Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church
23838 KITTRIDGE STREET, WEST HILLS, CA 91307Childery Rating: 4/5
Data last updated ·
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 42% 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
- 104
- 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 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1), and Children's Records & Files (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Sep 16, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Prior to Employment, an Infant Care Teacher Shall Have Completed, with Passing Grades, at Least Three Postsecondary Semesters or Equivalent Quarter Units in Early Childhood…CCR 101416.2(b)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
- ) The Maximum Group Size, with Two Teachers, or One Fully Qualified Teacher and One Aide, Does Not Exceed 12 ToddlersHSC 1596.955(4)
) The maximum group size, with two teachers, or one fully qualified teacher and one aide, does not exceed 12 toddlers. Director will write a statement stating the facility…
Apr 9, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Prior to Employment, a Teacher Shall Meet the requirements...(1) A Teacher Shall Have Completed, with Passing Grades, at Least Six Postsecondary Semester or Equivalent Quarter…CCR 101216.1(b)(1)
(POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
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