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Joan Richards Learning Village

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

5211 Barbados Circle, Stockton, CA 95210

Visit website ↗(209) 461-2951Directions ↗Licensed for 150
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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: 10/29/2024 (3 total).

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

About this preschool

Joan Richards Learning Village is a part-day, year-round preschool program administered by the California State Preschool Program for income-eligible families with children ages 3-5. The program emphasizes high-quality early education through play-based learning, family engagement, and comprehensive developmental services.

Philosophy
Children learn through play, with active involvement in their own learning and high value placed on family engagement. The program is committed to meeting individual and developmental needs of children while supporting family goals.
Ages served
3-5 years
Hours
Mon. - Fri. 8:30 am - 5 pm
Meals
Healthy meals and snacks provided; participates in USDA Child Care Food Program (CACFP)

Programs

  • •California State Preschool Program (CSPP)
  • •Part-day preschool
  • •Year-round enrollment

Highlights

  • ✓Tier 5 Rating
  • ✓Participates in Raising Quality! quality improvement initiative
  • ✓Research-based, play-based curriculum
  • ✓Emphasis on social emotional development and critical thinking skills

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher ratio, Outdoor play facilities, Specific daily schedule, Enrollment age requirements within 3-5 range. 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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