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Kidz First Academy

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

5253 Los Coyotes Diagonal, Long Beach, CA 90815

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
4
Complaint visits
3
Last visit
11/4/2025
Total visits
8

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 2026-06-15). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Kidz First Academy is a Christian preschool featuring small class sizes focused on balancing play, learning, and faith. The program emphasizes kindergarten readiness using developmentally appropriate activities aligned with California Preschool Learning Foundations.

Philosophy
The school follows C.A.R.E.S. and S.W.I.M. value sets to support children's academic, social, and emotional growth while fostering kindness, character, and community. The program emphasizes balancing structured learning with play while integrating faith-based principles and exploration of God's creation.
Religious
Christian

Programs

  • •Kindergarten readiness program
  • •C.A.R.E.S. character development (Compassion, Attitude, Respect, Empathy, Service)
  • •S.W.I.M. values program (Safety, Wonder, Integrity, Manners)

Highlights

  • ✓Small class sizes
  • ✓Uses California Preschool Learning Foundations
  • ✓Character and kindness development program with Caralyn the Caring Clownfish
  • ✓Integrated faith-based learning

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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