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New Life Discovery School (Shields)

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

4348 E. Shields Avenue, Fresno, CA 93726

Visit website ↗(559) 228-8687Directions ↗Licensed for 32
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
4
Complaint visits
3
Last visit
7/23/2025
Total visits
9

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

New Life Discovery School has provided safe and reliable childcare services since 1986. The school uses the Project Approach Theory, CLASS, and The Creative Curriculum to support child development.

Philosophy
Play Learn and have Fun with Us. The philosophy allows children to play and learn in a safe fun environment, with quality child care supporting cognitive, language and social development of young children.

Programs

  • •Preschool
  • •Daycare
  • •Childcare

Highlights

  • ✓Staff trained in First Aid and CPR
  • ✓Sylvia Chard Project Approach Theory curriculum
  • ✓Partnership with USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program
  • ✓Multiple locations in Fresno area

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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