Safety8
Curriculum8
Art/Music7
Infant care8
K-ready8
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt8
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- CCLD licenses #103810201 and #103810200 — dual-licensed infant and day care center on Shaw Ave in west Clovis (93611)
- Parents describe staff as 'loving, caring, friendly, and welcoming'; one parent calls it 'the cleanest day care facility I have ever seen'
- 5.0 rating on Winnie with multiple reviews praising teacher communication and app-based daily photo updates
- TLE's proprietary L.E.A.P. curriculum with STEM, music, and social-emotional learning components
- Shaw Ave location convenient for west Clovis families near the 93611/Fresno border commuter corridor; open 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
Considerations
- Staff turnover mentioned in some reviews — frequent teacher changes can be hard on younger children in attachment-sensitive programs
- National chain pricing is among the highest in the Clovis market
- Serves only through age 6 — families need separate school-age aftercare
Safety8
Curriculum9
Art/Music7
Infant care2
K-ready9
Teachers9
Compassion8
Mgmt8
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars8
Strengths
- CCLD license #103808777 — additional campus of award-winning Brighten Academy network serving east Clovis (93619) with capacity of 92 children
- Parent: 'This is the best decision we could have made' and 'I don\'t see any other private preschool that comes close to what Brighten offers in the Clovis area'
- Research-based 'Responsive Care' curriculum with credentialed teachers; children described as 'well prepared, even over prepared for kindergarten'
- Loma Vista location at Leonard Ave just south of Shaw expands Brighten's reach into the fast-growing east Clovis (93619) ZIP code
- Same award-winning leadership and curriculum philosophy as the original Clovis Shaw Ave location
Considerations
- Preschool-only (ages 2–5) — families need separate infant care and school-age care
- Some reviews across Brighten campuses note illness management policies could be stricter
- Premium private preschool pricing — not the most affordable option in 93619
Safety9
Curriculum9
Art/Music7
Infant care3
K-ready8
Teachers9
Compassion8
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars8
Strengths
- CCLD license #103808399 — NAEYC-accredited lab school with capacity of 80, open since fall 2007 at 10309 N Willow Ave (Clovis/NE Fresno border, 93730)
- NAEYC accreditation confirms adherence to the highest national early childhood education standards
- All teaching staff are supervised credentialed Child Development instructors and students — exceptionally high ratio of qualified adults per child
- Priority given to Clovis Unified employees, State Center Community College students, faculty, and staff; general public admitted based on availability
- Three classroom lab environments plus 2 observation rooms — evidence-based, continuously observed teaching setting
Considerations
- Priority enrollment system may make access difficult for non-affiliated community families
- Hours limited: days and times structured around college semester schedule — not ideal for full-time working parents needing year-round coverage
- Serves ages 19 months to 5 years only — no infant care
Safety7
Curriculum8
Art/Music6
Infant care7
K-ready8
Teachers7
Compassion6
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- CCLD license #103801329 — NAEYC-accredited center meeting national quality benchmarks
- Full age range from 6 weeks through 12 years including infant, toddler, pre-K, TK, and before/after school programs
- Director Tasha Avalos; 100% recommend on Facebook (5 reviews) and listed on Yelp with 14 reviews (3.6 stars)
- Accreditation by NAEYC confirms adherence to national early childhood education standards
- Capacity of 72 children; hours 6:30 AM–6:00 PM covering full workday needs
Considerations
- Yelp rating of 3.6 from 14 reviews is below average for the area — some parent dissatisfaction noted
- A complaint investigation was recorded in November 2023 with Type A citations — review CCLD records before enrolling
- National chain tuition is among the highest in Clovis
Safety7
Curriculum8
Art/Music7
Infant care2
K-ready8
Teachers8
Compassion7
Mgmt7
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- CCLD license #103808777 — licensed since 2013 with recent inspections (2023, 2024) showing no citations
- Research-based 'Responsive Care' curriculum that parents describe as 'far superior to anything else in town' — credentialed teachers
- 23 Yelp reviews reflecting an engaged parent community; children praised as 'well prepared, even over prepared for kindergarten'
- 4 locations in the Clovis area providing backup enrollment options if primary location is full
- Private family-owned operation with consistent educational philosophy across all campuses
Considerations
- Preschool-only (ages 2–5) — families need separate infant care and school-age care
- Mixed reviews on illness policy — some parents report children are not sent home when sick
- Staff turnover noted in some reviews as a concern for consistency
Safety8
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care3
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion8
Mgmt8
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- CCLD license #103808881 — licensed since 2015; three CCLD inspections (2022, 2024, 2026) with zero citations — outstanding compliance record
- Capacity of 65 in the growing Owens Ranch/west Clovis corridor (93611)
- Parent review on Google: 'Hands down the best experience for my family! The directors are amazing, very informative and the staff is amazing as well'
- After-school busing and full year-round programming including summer activities
- Part of Kids Kare's 66-year family-owned network — proven long-term operational stability
Considerations
- No infant care — earliest enrollment at 18 months
- Relatively newer Clovis location (2015) compared to sister sites; less established track record than older Kids Kare locations
Safety7
Curriculum7
Art/Music5
Infant care7
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD license #100407139 — the only provider in Fresno/Clovis area accredited by NECPA (National Early Childhood Program Accreditation)
- Full age range 6 weeks through 12 years including infant, toddler, preschool, and TK programs
- Birdeye rating of 2.9 from 15 reviews; positive parent note: 'Director, office staff and teachers are very caring and knowledgeable'
- Long-tenured teacher with 28+ years of service — exceptional continuity for enrolled families
- Live video streaming and flexible enrollment schedules available
Considerations
- Birdeye rating of 2.9 stars indicates mixed parent satisfaction — read individual reviews carefully
- One Type B citation (101223(a)(2)) across CCLD inspections
- Small capacity of 32 limits availability in a high-demand suburb
Safety8
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care2
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD license #103808309 — licensed independent center in central Clovis (93612) with capacity of 70 children
- 5.0 Yelp rating from 3 reviews — parents report children 'love it' and look forward to returning after summer vacation
- Play-based and Montessori-influenced curriculum; staff average tenure over 9 years — exceptional retention for a center-based program
- Full age range 2–12 including before/after school care; transportation can be arranged; peanut and tree-nut free environment
- Monday–Friday 7:30 AM–5:00 PM; accepts children with special needs — inclusive care model
Considerations
- Only 3 Yelp reviews — while perfect rating, very small sample size for a 70-child center
- Hours end at 5:00 PM — earlier than most Clovis competitors; may not accommodate late-shift workers
- No infant care — serves children starting at age 2
Safety7
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care2
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt7
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- CCLD license #100405600 — one of the oldest licensed childcare facilities in Clovis, continuously licensed since 1979
- Largest Kids Kare capacity in Clovis with 95 children — more availability than most Clovis centers
- No complaints on record per CCLD; established reputation across generations of Clovis families
- Central Clovis location (93612) convenient for Sierra Vista district families and commuters on Fowler Ave corridor
- Full year-round care ages 2–12 with after-school busing
Considerations
- Older facility (licensed 1979) — physical plant may not match newer purpose-built centers
- No infant care — does not serve children under 2 years
Safety7
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care7
K-ready6
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- CCLD licenses #100407063 (Day Care Center) and #100407064 (School Age) — dual-licensed for ages 2 months through 12 years in west Clovis (93611)
- Accepts infants from 2 months — one of the few Clovis centers serving newborns, filling a critical gap in Clovis's largely preschool-only market
- Full year-round programming 6:30 AM–6:00 PM including before/after school care and summer camp
- Staff minimum qualification: Child Development Associate degree; accepts children with special needs
Considerations
- Early Stars rating expired June 2025 — families should verify current quality rating status with the center directly
- Limited web presence makes pre-visit research difficult for families
Safety6
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care2
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- CCLD-licensed independent center in west Clovis (93611) offering preschool and full-day care
- Employee reviews on Indeed describe staff as 'tightly knit, have been there since the beginning' — exceptional retention signaling a stable environment
- One parent review: 'Wonderful preschool/daycare' highlighting the sense of community
- West Clovis location near Owens Ranch serves the rapidly developing new neighborhoods in 93611
- Smaller enrollment creates more individualized attention for preschool-aged children
Considerations
- Preschool-focused (ages 2–5) — not a full-spectrum center for infants or school-age children
- Limited public review data makes independent verification of quality difficult
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care6
K-ready6
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt5
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- CCLD license #103801839 — licensed Clovis location of the NLDS network serving the area since 1986
- Accepts infants from 9 months — uncommon in Clovis's childcare landscape dominated by preschool-plus programs
- Affordable rates relative to national chains; serves working families who need reliable low-cost care
- Credentialed teachers certified in early childhood/elementary education; all staff first aid and CPR certified
- 5-star Yellow Pages rating; parent testimonials on nlds.net describe professional, caring staff
Considerations
- Concerning CCLD inspection record: 1 Type A citation and 4 Type B citations across recent reports (2023–2026), plus multiple complaint investigations — review all reports before enrolling
- Complaint investigations in July 2023 and May 2024 suggest ongoing concerns — due diligence required
Safety6
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care2
K-ready5
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- CCLD-licensed School Age Day Care Center in central Clovis (93612) co-located with Children's Learning Center at 750 Sierra Ave
- 3.8-star rating from 5 reviewers — modest but present public review presence for a school-age-focused program
- Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM; maximum capacity of 32 providing more individualized supervision for school-age children
- Co-location with Children's Learning Center (the preschool next door) allows seamless age-up transitions within the same facility community
Considerations
- School-age only focus means this is a supplemental aftercare program, not a full-spectrum daycare
- 3.8 stars is below-average for the Clovis market — families should review all feedback before enrolling
- Small capacity of 32 limits availability for the large school-age population in central Clovis
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