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Creekside Preschool

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

1770 Kittery Street, Salinas, CA 93906

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
12/13/2022
Total visits
1

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

Creekside Preschool is part of the California State Preschool Program (CSPP) in Salinas, serving children ages 2-4 with an income-eligibility requirement. The program emphasizes parental involvement and uses the California Desired Results Developmental Profile assessment system.

Philosophy
State Preschool includes a parent/child education component where parents and families are an essential part of every child's learning journey. The program is grounded in six Desired Results focusing on child competence, effective learning, physical development, safety/health, family support of learning, and family goal achievement.
Ages served
Two-year-olds who have had their second birthday and children who turn 3 or 4 years old by December 1st. Priority given to 3- and 4-year-olds.
Hours
AM Sessions: 8:00–11:00 AM; PM Sessions: 12:00–3:00 PM or 1:00–4:00 PM; Full-Day Sessions: up to 8 hours (8:00 AM–4:00 PM)

Programs

  • •California State Preschool Program (CSPP) with parent/child education component
  • •Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) assessment

Highlights

  • ✓Parent education and active participation opportunities
  • ✓Alignment with California Preschool Learning Foundations and Common Core State Standards
  • ✓Multiple session options including full-day
  • ✓Income-eligible families eligible to apply

Not stated on their website: Tuition cost, Meals provided, Outdoor facilities/play, Teacher-student ratio, Outdoor activities, Religious affiliation. 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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