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Good Shepherd Preschool & Child Care Center

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

329 S. Mill St., Tehachapi, CA 93561

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
6
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
7/7/2025
Total visits
10

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

Good Shepherd Preschool and Child Care Center is a Christian preschool located in Tehachapi that serves infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. The program provides Christ-centered, stimulating care with an emphasis on spiritual, physical, cognitive, and social development.

Philosophy
The young child is a gift from God with parents being the first and foremost teacher. Early childhood education is a ministry to families that provides support, encouragement, and opportunities to enhance educational and developmental processes. Children need time for their childhood, and the preschool enhances these important years by providing opportunities to play, learn and grow. Activities are Christ-centered, showing God's love and guidance in all areas of Christian living. The program is flexible and varied, with teachers planning for the needs and abilities of each individual child.
Ages served
Infants, toddlers, and preschool age children
Outdoor
Outdoor play and organized games
Religious
Lutheran Christian preschool; Christ-centered education with teaching about the love of God and Jesus Christ; faith in Jesus Christ is taught and integrated throughout the day

Programs

  • •Spiritual development through lessons and activities about God and Jesus Christ
  • •Physical development through outdoor play and organized games
  • •Scholastic development through age appropriate lessons and creative activities
  • •Social development through kind and caring interactions

Highlights

  • ✓Christ-centered, stimulating environment
  • ✓Individual attention to each child's needs and abilities
  • ✓Parent support program designed for encouragement
  • ✓Flexible and varied activities with opportunities for experimentation and creativity

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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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