Ages 24mo–4yr 11moChristian Faith-BasedMommy & MeFull & Part Time
Apple Valley Child Care Center is a faith-based, California-licensed center (CCLD #367750041) serving children ages 2 through 4 years 11 months in Apple Valley, with flexible full-time, part-time, and after-care options since 1990. Parent reviews across Google and Facebook are overwhelmingly positive, with families praising attentive, caring staff and emphasizing the center's Christian approach to social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. The center provides meals, outdoor play, and Mommy and Me classes for community engagement, with extended hours (6 am–6 pm) supporting working families. Prospective families should verify current licensing status at ccld.dss.ca.gov, inquire about hygiene protocols given one parent report of skin concerns, and confirm whether the Christian curriculum and 24-months-to-preschool age range align with their needs.
Safety6.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care5.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Christian-based early childhood education with an age-appropriate curriculum covering letters, numbers, fine motor skills, and social-emotional development. Emphasizes play alongside academics and development of the whole child.
Programs & activities: Early Learning and Care for ages 2-6, a private Kindergarten program, and SAGE (School Age Growth and Enrichment), a secular tutoring and enrichment program for homeschooled TK/Kindergarten students. Outdoor play space provided.
What sets it apart: Open 6 am to 6 pm; serving families for over 36 years; California License #367750041. Marketed as a cozy, warm home environment with dedicated, nurturing educators.
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Top 10 in Apple Valley
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<span style="font-size:13px;color:#4A4A46;line-height:1.5;">Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Apple Valley. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.</span>
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Best Curriculum
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<span style="font-size:13px;color:#4A4A46;line-height:1.5;">Earned the highest curriculum score in Apple Valley. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.</span>
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Most Compassionate
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<span style="font-size:13px;color:#4A4A46;line-height:1.5;">Earned the highest compassion score in Apple Valley. This dimension captures how families describe staff empathy, how concerns are handled, and the emotional environment of the center.</span>
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Updated · July 2026
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