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Shepherd Of The Hills Early Childhood Center

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

580 Trinity Drive, Vacaville, CA 95687

Visit website ↗(707) 447-6278Directions ↗Licensed for 65
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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: 2/29/2024 (1 total).

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

About this preschool

Shepherd of the Hills Early Childhood Center is a Christian preschool founded in 1985 that serves 80 students across multiple sessions with a focus on hands-on learning, play, academics, and social development. The center offers preschool classes for 3- and 4-year-olds, a Pre-K program, and extended afternoon care through the Cherubs Program.

Philosophy
We nurture children's growth in a caring, Christian environment where curiosity, creativity, and kindness flourish.
Hours
Core programs run 8:30am-11:30am; Cherubs Program (extended afternoon care) runs 11:30am-2:00pm
Outdoor
Fenced playground with swing set, slide, climbing wall, and play structure shaded by trees
Religious
Christian environment with weekly chapel services on Wednesday and Thursday at 11:15am featuring Bible stories and songs

Programs

  • •Preschool (3-year-old and 4-year-old classes)
  • •Pre-K (5-day program Monday-Friday)
  • •Cherubs Program (afternoon extended care)

Highlights

  • ✓Founded in 1985 with 40+ years of experience
  • ✓Weekly chapel services with Bible stories and songs
  • ✓Hands-on learning with balance of play, academics, and social development
  • ✓Outdoor playground with climbing structures and shaded play areas

Not stated on their website: Tuition cost, Teacher-to-student ratio, Meals and snacks, Specific ages served (beyond 3- and 4-year-olds), Full daily schedule and dismissal times. 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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