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Ncoe - Shearer Preschool

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

1590 Elm Street, Napa, CA 94559

Visit website ↗(707) 253-3817Directions ↗Licensed for 16
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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: 2/3/2025 (3 total).

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

About this preschool

NCOE – Shearer Preschool is part of the Napa County Office of Education's Early Learning Services, offering part-day preschool through the California State Preschool Program. The program serves children ages 3 and 4 with a play-based curriculum and highly-trained, nurturing teachers.

Philosophy
Nurture the growth, curiosity, and confidence of young children while supporting families in their daily lives, creating welcoming spaces where every child feels valued, capable, and ready to thrive.
Ages served
Children who turn ages 3 and 4 on or before September 1 of the program year; may include children at least age 2 when space is available.
Hours
9:00am-12:00pm & 1:00pm-4:00pm, Monday through Friday; part-day sessions following school-year calendar.

Programs

  • •Play-based curriculum
  • •Social-Emotional Learning
  • •Communication and literacy development
  • •Math and early skills development

Highlights

  • ✓Free part-day preschool for qualifying families
  • ✓Highly-trained and nurturing teachers
  • ✓Hands-on learning experiences
  • ✓Operating since 1969 in Napa County

Not stated on their website: Tuition/Cost details, Teacher-to-student ratio, Meals provided, Outdoor play areas, Religious affiliation. 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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