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Northminster Presbyterian Infant Care

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Faith-based
Ages
Infants (0–2 yrs)
Teacher ratio
1:4 (CA min)

315 East Alvin Avenue, Salinas, CA 93906

Visit website ↗(831) 449-2717Directions ↗Licensed for 12
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
10
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
3/5/2024
Total visits
6

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

Northminster Presbyterian Infant Care is a day care center in North Salinas serving children from infancy through 1st grade with a structured program focused on creative play and social growth. The facility also operates a separate Preschool/KinderPrep program for ages 3-6.

Philosophy
A fun but structured program designed to engage your child in creative play and social growth.
Ages served
Infancy through 1st grade (Day Care Center); 3-6 year olds (Preschool/KinderPrep)
Hours
Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm
Religious
Presbyterian

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