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Vusd-Crestwood Elementary School E.L.C.

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

3001 W Whitendale, Visalia, CA 93277

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
3
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
6/25/2025
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

VUSD-Crestwood Elementary School E.L.C. is a Part-Day State Preschool Program licensed by the Department of Social Services Community Care Licensing serving children ages 2 years 9 months through 4 years old. The program offers two half-day sessions (8:00 AM–11:00 AM or 12:00 PM–3:00 PM) Monday through Friday with required attendance of 5 days per week.

Philosophy
Play-based and social-emotional learning to develop kindergarten readiness skills, with focus on pre-academic skills in literacy, numeracy, and cognitive development, physical development including fine and gross motor skills, social and emotional growth in a supportive environment, and language development to enhance communication and comprehension skills. Curriculum consists of Creative Curriculum, Second Step, and the California Preschool Learning Foundations.
Ages served
2 years 9 months through 4 years old
Hours
Morning session: 8:00 AM–11:00 AM; Afternoon session: 12:00 PM–3:00 PM; Monday through Friday, 5 days per week required

Programs

  • •Creative Curriculum
  • •Second Step
  • •California Preschool Learning Foundations

Highlights

  • ✓Part-Day State Preschool Program (CSPP)
  • ✓Licensed by Department of Social Services Community Care Licensing
  • ✓Multiple location options across VUSD
  • ✓Strong family partnership and communication emphasis

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