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Scccd-Madera Center Cd Laboratory

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

30277 Avenue 12, Madera, CA 93638

Visit website ↗(559) 675-4845Directions ↗Licensed for 24
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Licensing & safety record

✓ Clean licensing record

No citations or complaint visits on file with state licensing as of 2025-09-29. Last licensing visit: 6/6/2025 (3 total).

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

About this preschool

SCCCD-Madera Center CD Laboratory is a high-quality preschool and model demonstration site affiliated with Madera Community College's Child Development program. The center serves children ages 2.5 to 5.11 years with low teacher-child ratios and highly qualified staff.

Philosophy
Young children are competent individuals who grow and learn through exploring and investigating the world around them. Children learn best through hands-on play motivated by curiosity, with teachers serving as co-researchers. Environments are intentionally planned to provoke wonder and inspire creativity, allowing children freedom to follow their interests. Curriculum is driven by children's needs, interests, and abilities.
Ages served
2.5 years to 5.11 years
Hours
Monday, Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. AND Friday 8 a.m. to noon

Highlights

  • ✓NAEYC accredited
  • ✓Low teacher-child ratios
  • ✓Affordable rates with possible financial aid
  • ✓Model demonstration site for college students

Not stated on their website: Outdoor play space, Meals provided, Specific enrollment dates or application deadlines, Tuition costs, Staff qualifications. Ask the preschool directly.

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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