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Ranch, The

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

7879 Van Vleck Rd., Rancho Murieta, CA 95683

Visit website ↗(916) 354-0369Directions ↗Licensed for 14
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
1/11/2024
Total visits
3

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

Murrieta Ranch Pre-School and Kindergarten serves children from birth to age 5, offering a developmentally appropriate environment focused on building healthy self-esteem and social-emotional growth. The school operates from 7:00am to 6:00pm and has been serving families for 32 years.

Philosophy
To provide a safe, warm, and developmentally appropriate environment that heightens the child's natural curiosity and wonder of the world. The school enhances social, physical, emotional, and intellectual growth with hands-on learning experiences. With healthy self-esteem, a child can be successful and accomplish anything.
Ages served
Birth to 5 years old (Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, Transitional Kindergarten, and Kindergarten)
Hours
7:00am to 6:00pm; Half day Preschool/PreK/TK: 8:30am–12:30pm or 12:45pm; Half day Kindergarten: 8:30am–8:45am drop-off, 2:00pm pick-up; Full day Kindergarten: 8:00am–2:30pm with after-school program 3:00pm–6:00pm available
Outdoor
Large playgrounds; Large and small animal interaction
Meals
Snacks and lunch included for all schedules

Programs

  • •Transitional Kindergarten
  • •Full Day Kindergarten
  • •After-School Program
  • •Zoo Phonics
  • •GO Math
  • •McGraw-Hill Reading Wonders
  • •Science & Exploration
  • •Zaner-Bloser handwriting
  • •Daily Center Rotations
  • •Thematic and free choice art
  • •Music and movement
  • •Summer Camp

Highlights

  • ✓Celebrating 32 years of service
  • ✓Low student-to-teacher ratio allowing for formal instruction and center rotations
  • ✓California State Standardized and Common Core curriculum
  • ✓Parent-teacher conferences available upon request

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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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