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.
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PreschoolToddlerFaith-BasedFull DayYear-Round
Stockdale Christian School Preschool is a CCLD Day Care Center (license #150401870) in Bakersfield serving children ages 2–6 with a biblically integrated curriculum and 12-month year-round operation from 7:00 AM–5:30 PM. Licensed continuously since April 1978, it operates five classrooms with a maximum of 24 children per room and at least two teachers per classroom, feeding preschoolers naturally into the adjacent K–8 campus. The center holds ACSWASC and ACSI certification, maintains a clean inspection record through 2024–2025, and earns top ratings on Birdeye (5 stars, 17 reviews) and Niche (A+ rating), reflecting strong community trust built over four decades. At approximately $10,265 annual tuition, it ranks among Bakersfield's higher-priced programs, and while most parent feedback is strongly positive, a few reviews note inconsistent warmth from some staff members.
Safety6.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music5.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars5.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Faith-based, biblically integrated curriculum with daily Bible instruction, weekly chapel, and Christian values development alongside academic and developmental learning.
Programs & activities: Daily Bible, phonics, number skills, music, art, science, stories, and small/gross motor play centers. Offers 2-, 3-, and 5-day programs (half or full day), Pre-K kindergarten readiness, and a summer kindergarten readiness program, plus potty training assistance.
What sets it apart: NILD, ACSWASC, and ACSI certified; open 7:00am-5:30pm on a 12-month schedule. Max 24 children per classroom with at least two teachers; ages 2-6; five classrooms and three outdoor play yards; California state-certified teachers; License #150401870, Bakersfield, CA.
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