Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Bakersfield. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Most Compassionate
Earned the highest compassion score in Bakersfield. This dimension captures how families describe staff empathy, how concerns are handled, and the emotional environment of the center.
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Ages 2.5–6yrChristianFUMC Campus
First Experiences Preschool is a Christian preschool serving ages 2.5 to 6 on the FUMC church campus in Bakersfield, with a three-decade operational history since 1994 and verified CCLD licensing. The center uses the ABEKA curriculum focused on individual developmental pacing, offers full and half-day classes with extended before and after-school care from 7:00am to 5:30pm, and accepts Community Connections for Childcare funding. Parent reviews praise small class sizes and individualized attention. Families should note that the program has faith-based components throughout and does not serve infants or school-age children.
Safety7.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care2.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion8.0
Management7.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Christian preschool using the ABEKA curriculum, focused on stimulating growth in all developmental areas. States that every child is unique and grows at his or her own pace.
Programs & activities: Full and half-day classes for ages 2-6. Extended day care hours available both before and after regular school hours.
What sets it apart: Located in Bakersfield, CA. Open Monday-Friday 7:00am-5:30pm. Accepts Community Connections for Childcare funding.
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