Shepherd Center Preschool

Shepherd Center Preschool in Whittier, CA, offers co–ed early childhood education for grades PK through kindergarten in an urban community.
The school has an enrollment of 76 students, including 16 in kindergarten, with a student–teacher ratio of 38:1 supported by 2 teachers.
Shepherd Center Preschool is affiliated with the Christian orientation and classified as an other religious early learning program.
Approximately 44% of the student body at this Whittier preschool represent students of color.
The program provides a local option for families seeking a California early childhood program with religious affiliation near Whittier.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 76 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
76 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
44%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Shepherd Center Preschool Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Shepherd Center Preschool?
The application deadline for Shepherd Center Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (4 reviews)
5  
Great school!!! Great Curriculum!!! My children went there for a year in 2009 and were very sad when we moved!! My husband and I were very happy with the staff, the director was very friendly and professional!! We refer all our friends there, even though our children are no longer there!!
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5  
I love this school! My son started when he was 2 and before he was 3 he knew all his ABC's, could spell his name, all colors, shapes and his vocaulary and manners are amazing because of this school and the time they take with these kids. Ms. Kristen is AMAZING with the 2yr old class and never limits them to only 2yr old work, she really teaches them as much as possible and even stuff the 3/4yr old class is doing. They have a great small facility, they helped tremendously with potty training, have an abundance of toys, music, they go to Chapel every Tuesday. It is just great school and the kid/teacher ratio is amazing. Great playground, organized meal times, nap times, quiet times. I can't say enough good things about it. When my other son turns 2, I am signing him up right away!
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5  
This is a wonderful preschool my daughter is spelling, adding, and learning to read. Much better than just day care. She's been in this school for a little over a year. I recommended this school to friends and gamily.its also great that she's learning aboit Christian values
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5  
My wife and I love this preschool. We been sending both of our son's to Shcpherd Center Preschool. The teacher are very good with the kids. Teaching them Christian values, both of are son's learn to reach before going on to Kindergarten. Every time I pick up my son David, when he see me, he first put his toysaway before we leave. I think that's great. The administrator is very friendly, they work great with the teachers and parents. If you would like to talk to me about this preschool, call me at my office, 626-388-1600 and ask for David B.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 76 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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