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Little Friends Preschool

Daycare center in Salinas, CA. 1025 Post Dr, Salinas, CA 93907

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Little Friends Preschool in Salinas, CA
AgesPreschool
HoursSee hours below
Tuition from$855 a month
Licensed capacity64 children
Citations on file8
On the register since1994

About the program

Little Friends Preschool is a licensed daycare center in Salinas, California, on the state register since 1994. It is licensed for 64 children and serves preschool ages.

Little Friends Preschool is a Christian-based private school in Salinas, California, offering academic instruction using the Abeka curriculum.

The program follows a academic and faith-based approach, states ACSI accreditation and includes meals.

AcademicFaith-basedACSI accreditedMeals includedOnline tour booking

Tuition and capacity

Age groupFull-time / monthAs published
Preschool$855"2.5 Year Old Full Time $ 855 /mo"
Preschool$855"3 Year Old Full Time $ 855 /mo"
Pre-k$855"4 Year Olds $ 855 /mo"

Published on the program's website, read September 18, 2026. Weekly and annual rates are converted to a monthly figure. Confirm current rates and fees with the program.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeDay Care Center · 270702246
Licence statusActive since 1994
Licensed capacity64 children
Inspections on file2
AccreditationACSI (stated by the program)
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Citations on file8Area median for centers: 1
Type A (immediate risk)019 of 118 centers have at least one
Substantiated complaints12 inspection visits · last visit September 2026

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

101216.3(b) · 1596.8662(b)(1) · 1596.7995(a)(1) · 101218.1 · 1596.8662(b)(1) · 101238(a) · 101238.2(e) · 101238.2(e) · 101238.2(e)

Open the state record for each visit report.

What parents say

What a great School! I was skeptical at first about the quality of teachers and program, but was pleasantly happy with them both! My Son enjoyed it and was excited about going back the next day. I am appreciative for the Christian stories and values they instilled in him. Ms. Joanna, the director is friendly and approachable. My sons teacher Ms. Angela was firm, loving and a great teacher! I highly recommend.

Andrew Sandoval · 5/5 on Google · 9 years ago

Great school with a terrific environment. Teachers are all amazing and great at their jobs. My daughter had ms Ariana and Ms. Carmen who were both fantastic but i spoke with all of the teachers on numerous occasions and they all are great. They learned tons academicaly and socially which is the most important. They have a huge emphasis on religion as well which im not big on since im not religious, but they dont…

Scott Lutes · 4/5 on Google · 10 years ago

Our daughter will be starting Kinder in a public school in August, but Little Friends has done amazing work at getting her prepared and confident for her new journey. The team of teachers are very educated and also compassionate. They show each child individual attention and make sure they feel safe and validated in their feelings. My daughter has been there for about a year and a half, and in that time, she has…

Jamie Setterquist · 5/5 on Google · 9 years ago

Had a great experience with all the staff. My son learned so much. Great curriculum.

Sandra Madrigal · 5/5 on Google · 8 years ago
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Getting there

1025 Post Dr, Salinas, CA 93907

Questions about Little Friends Preschool

Is Little Friends Preschool licensed?

Yes. Little Friends Preschool holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 270702246), with a licensed capacity of 64 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Little Friends Preschool had any inspection violations?

California's public file shows 8 citations for Little Friends Preschool, across 2 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.

What ages does Little Friends Preschool take?

Little Friends Preschool is licensed to serve preschool ages.

How much does Little Friends Preschool cost?

Little Friends Preschool publishes full-time tuition from $855 a month on its website, read in September 2026. Ask about registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

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