La Petite Academy, Inc.
2616 GOSFORD ROAD, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93309Childery Rating: 4/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.4 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.Not Available
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Structural quality reflects a 37% violation rate and a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes California's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. California caps infant ratios at 1:4, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:12. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Annual training isn't required by the state. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 118
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:4 Not Regulated Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:12 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 5 inspections since 2022, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), and Medication Administration (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Mar 16, 20262 Findings2 Important
- A) The Child Care Center Shall Be Clean, Safe, Sanitary and in Good Repair at All Times to Ensure the Safety and Well-being of Children, Employees and Visitors. This Requirement…CCR 101229(a)
Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed that the protective coating on the play equipment in both the school age and preschool outdoor play areas was significantly deteriorated. Multiple sections of the equipment showed visible peeling, chipping, and worn surfaces, indicating ongoing wear and exposure to weather which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 04/16/2026
- 01229 Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision(a) The Licensee Shall Provide Care and Supervision as Necessary to Meet the Children's Needs. (1) No Child(ren) Shall Be…CCR 101229(a)(1)
due date a professional external vendor to provide specialized training to all employed staff on care and supervision best practices in working with children with specialized and behavioral adpative needs. Licensee will invite the assigned LPAand LPM to 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 as evidenced that facility staff failed to ensure supervision in that child #1entered the restroom and subsequently exited with his pants down exposing his genitalia to other children. This is a potential health & safety risk to children. 250.00 immediate civil penalty is assessed for repeat vilolation . 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 participate in the on-site training to facilitate discussions on the training itself. A written synopsis/
Sep 4, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Personal Rights(a)The Licensee Shall Ensure That Each Child Is Accorded the Following Personal rights:(1) To Be Accorded Dignity in His/her Personal Relationships with Staff And…CCR 101223(a)(1)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Jun 19, 20241 Finding1 Important
- 01229 Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision(a) The Licensee Shall Provide Care and Supervision as Necessary to Meet the Children's Needs. (1) No Child(ren) Shall Be…CCR 101229(a)(1)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Sep 11, 20231 Finding1 Important
- There Shall Be a Ratio of One Teacher Visually Observing and Supervising No More Than 12 Children in Attendance... This Requirement Was Not Met as Evidenced By: Director Agreed To…CCR 101216.3
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Oct 4, 20222 Findings2 Important
- California Action Level at Child Care Centers (B) Testing Results with Fractional Ppb Readings of 0.5 Ppb or Greater Shall Be Rounded Up to the Nearest Whole Number ... (1) A…
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
- All Child Care Centers Shall Have a Director. All Child Care Centers Shall Have a Director: During the Course of the Inspection and LPA Observation. This Requirement Was Not Met…CCR 101215.1(b)(1)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
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