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Monte Vista Childrens Center

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

1619 E Monte Vista Avenue, Turlock, CA 95382

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
9/10/2024
Total visits
9

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

Monte Vista Children's Center is a state-licensed preschool serving families in Turlock since 1980. The center offers half-day and full-day programs for children ages 2 and up, with an emphasis on Christian faith, developmentally appropriate practice, and multi-sensory play.

Philosophy
Committed to providing a welcoming and safe learning environment where children grow and thrive physically, emotionally, spiritually, and educationally, with Christ at the center of everything. The program emphasizes knowing God's Story, age-appropriate academics, social skill development, creativity, exploration of nature, and building healthy relationships with God and others.
Ages served
Children must be at least 2 years old and toilet trained; programs serve through entry to 1st grade
Hours
Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Half-day morning program: 7:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; Full-day program: 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Before school program for TK/Kinder: 7:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; After school program for TK/Kinder: 11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Meals
Morning snack provided in half-day programs; light morning and afternoon snacks provided in full-day programs. Lunch items must be brought from home.
Religious
Christian; places Christ at the center of curriculum and community

Programs

  • •Preschool (half-day and full-day)
  • •Transitional Kindergarten/Kindergarten before-school program
  • •Transitional Kindergarten/Kindergarten after-school program

Highlights

  • ✓Licensed by California; meets all state-mandated requirements
  • ✓Emphasis on multi-sensory play, creativity, and exploration of nature
  • ✓Highly qualified teaching staff passionate about preschool-age children
  • ✓State subsidized childcare program provider (CAPP, Choices for Children, StanWorks ACCESS)

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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