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St. Mary Preschool

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

1351 58th Street, Sacramento, CA 95819

Visit website ↗(916) 452-1100Directions ↗Licensed for 32
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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: 8/5/2025 (4 total).

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

About this preschool

St. Mary Preschool is a play-based, child-centered program where children learn through exploration and cooperative play in themed monthly classroom environments. The school emphasizes social-emotional development as the foundation for learning while fostering academic skills in early literacy and math.

Philosophy
Social emotional development is the foundation for all learning. Play-based classroom where children choose activities based on interests, with teachers facilitating small group activities and social skills development. The school provides a safe, stimulating environment that fosters wonder, surprise and speculation, developing self-confidence and excitement for learning.
Ages served
At least 3 years old and potty-trained
Hours
Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. Options: Full Day (7:00 am – 5:30 pm), School Day (8:00 am – 3:05 pm), Half Day (8:00 am – 12:30 pm). Specific days available: 5 days (Monday-Friday), 3 days (Monday, Wednesday, Friday), or 2 days (Tuesday, Thursday)
Meals
Snacks are provided with all schedules
Religious
Catholic faith-based environment with Catholic Parish member preference in selection criteria

Programs

  • •Play-based curriculum with monthly themes
  • •Social-emotional skill development
  • •Early literacy and early math
  • •Home and kitchen area
  • •Science area
  • •Water/sensory table
  • •Reading nook
  • •Blocks and toys
  • •Writing and art activities

Highlights

  • ✓Monthly themed curriculum with changing classroom centers
  • ✓Child-centered play-based learning approach
  • ✓Emphasis on social skills, cooperation, and self-confidence
  • ✓Multiple schedule options from 2 to 5 days per week

Not stated on their website: Outdoor play areas, Teacher-student ratio, Curriculum details, Special services or accommodations, Summer programs. Ask the preschool directly.

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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