First Experience Preschool's purpose is to provide enriching experiences for young children through a planned, experiential program that is appropriate for each child's stage of development. It is to offer a loving, accepting, Christian environment that inspires a sense of self-worth and creativity.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1996
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
86 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
tuition costs are available on the website
Admissions Director
Julie Elsberry, Director
School Notes
- School Motto: First Experiences Preschool is a ministry of First United Methodist Church. Its purpose is to develop the potential of each student in the image of God, reflecting His glory, and enjoying His creation.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for First Experiences Preschool?
The application deadline for First Experiences Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is First Experiences Preschool located?
First Experiences Preschool is located in the West Park Community neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in West Park Community.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to First Experiences Preschool is Valley Achievement Center (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Stockdale Christian School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Little Red School House (0.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4901 California Ave
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 327-3927
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 327-3927
0.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 365 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Little Red School House
Daycare / Preschool
4601 California Ave
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 324-5774
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 324-5774
0.7 miles
Gr: K | 20 students
Valley Achievement Center
Special Education School
1300 Stine Rd
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 834-8670
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 834-8670
1 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 24 students
St. Francis Parish School
(Catholic)
2516 Palm St
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 326-7955
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 326-7955
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 341 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 7
Noahs Ark Learning Center/preschool
All-girls | Daycare / Preschool
175 Chester Ave
Bakersfield, CA 93301
(661) 322-0702
Bakersfield, CA 93301
(661) 322-0702
2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 55 students
School Reviews
5 1/17/2015
I love having my son at First Experiences Preschool. He is in his 3rd year there and stays for the afternoon daycare program. His teachers have been wonderful. The director has been there a long time and does an excellent job managing the staff. I highly recommend First Experiences.
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