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Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Church

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

23838 Kittridge Street, West Hills, CA 91307

Visit website ↗(818) 347-6784Directions ↗Licensed for 104
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
5
Complaint visits
7
Last visit
9/16/2025
Total visits
12

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

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church Preschool offers multiple age-appropriate programs from infants through transitional kindergarten, emphasizing learning through play, hands-on activities, and social-emotional development. The school provides nurturing environments with sensory play, outdoor exploration, art, music, and structured academic preparation for kindergarten readiness.

Philosophy
Learning through play and interaction that promotes physical, sensory, cognitive, and emotional development. The school fosters independence, curiosity, imagination, and positive peer relationships while providing age-appropriate and developmentally-appropriate instruction.
Ages served
Infants through Transitional Kindergarten (Tadpoles, Duckling, Bumblebee, Blossom, Butterfly, and Sunshine/TK programs)
Outdoor
Multiple outdoor play areas; outdoor play activities including trike riding, jumping, digging, and running
Religious
Lutheran

Programs

  • •Tadpoles Program
  • •Duckling Program
  • •Bumblebee Program
  • •Blossom Program
  • •Butterfly Program
  • •Sunshine Program (Transitional Kindergarten)
  • •Summer Camp

Highlights

  • ✓Play-based learning with hands-on sensory activities
  • ✓Multiple outdoor play areas for exploration
  • ✓Preparation for kindergarten and academic success
  • ✓Focus on independence, social skills, and emotional development

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