Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Modesto. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
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Parkwood Christian Preschool is a state-licensed (CCLD #500302694) Seventh-day Adventist center in northwest Modesto, serving ages 2–6 with full-day hours from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The facility includes three classrooms, a gymnasium, large outdoor play area, and kitchen, with two hot meals provided daily and potty training support. Parents report high satisfaction with personal attention and a child-centered, academically focused curriculum emphasizing positive values and play. The center's capacity is 50, operating Monday through Friday. The age restriction to 2–6 means families with infants will need a separate provider.
Safety6.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care4.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Child-centered and child-oriented curriculum designed to meet the needs of each student as well as the whole group. Goal is to provide academic excellence, physical well-being, fun and play while intentionally promoting positive values.
Programs & activities: Two hot meals (breakfast and lunch) provided daily. Potty training support available. Offers both half-day and full-day programs.
What sets it apart: State of California Licensed. Located on church campus with three classrooms, outdoor playground equipment, large carpeted gymnasium, outdoor play area, kitchen and dining area. Capacity for 50 students. Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm. Serves ages 2-6.
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