Bear Country Preschool & After School
Daycare center in Merced, CA. 2115 Wardrobe Ave, Merced, CA 95341
About the program
Bear Country Preschool & After School is a licensed daycare center in Merced, California, on the state register since 1988. It is licensed for 100 children and serves preschool and school age ages.
Bear Country Learning Center in Merced provides preschool, dual language, and after-school programs for children aged two to twelve.
The program follows a play-based approach and includes meals.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Bear Country Preschool & After School does not publish a fee schedule on its website.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →California cites a Type A violation for an immediate risk to the health or safety of children, and a Type B violation for a record-keeping or maintenance item. The state file gives counts, dates and regulation numbers, not the inspector's notes.
Regulations cited
101223(a)(1) · 101238(a)(1) · 101212(d)(1)(C) · 101223(a)(1)
Open the state record for each visit report.
What parents say
Bear Country Preschool & After School is an absolute gem in Merced! I’ve seen firsthand how the children there are truly thriving, and they’re growing in confidence, making great friends, learning new skills every day, and heading home excited and happy. Director Regina Wolf and the entire staff are incredibly caring and dedicated. They create such a warm, family-like atmosphere where every child feels safe,…
Sharon Riedinger · 5/5 on Google · 5 months agoI have been very impressed with how Bear Country Preschool and Afterschool is actively involved with the Merced Community. Their affection for the City of Merced translates to the care that they show with each child that attends their school. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a safe and nurturing preschool/ afterschool for their child/ children.
Raymond Jones · 5/5 on Google · a month agoMy kids have been attending Bear Country for two years now. Miss Regina is the sweetest and is very caring and understanding. All the staff there have always been very pleasant and caring to the kids. I would say my kids favorite is Ms. Bee!! She is amazing! 🤩
Miranda Stanley · 5/5 on Google · 5 months agoAmazing staff! The only place I trust with my little one. They truly care, and my child has learned so much - not just academically, but also life skills like helping at home. It really does take a village, and I’m so grateful for this school supporting both kids and parents
Rebeca Rohrback · 5/5 on Google · a year agoGetting there
2115 Wardrobe Ave, Merced, CA 95341
Questions about Bear Country Preschool & After School
Is Bear Country Preschool & After School licensed?
Yes. Bear Country Preschool & After School holds an active Day Care Center + School Age Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 240404967, 240405359), with a licensed capacity of 100 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Bear Country Preschool & After School had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows 1 citation for Bear Country Preschool & After School, 1 of them Type A, across 5 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does Bear Country Preschool & After School take?
Bear Country Preschool & After School is licensed to serve preschool and school age ages.
How much does Bear Country Preschool & After School cost?
Bear Country Preschool & After School does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
