Harvey L. Hall Child Development Center
315 Stine Road, Bakersfield, CA
First Experiences At FUMC
- licensed capacity
- 66
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $400
- year first licensed
- 1994
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About First Experiences At FUMC
First Experiences At FUMC is a licensed child care center in Bakersfield, California. The state has licensed it since July 22, 1994, for up to 66 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with drop-in care, full-time care and part-time care. It lists monthly tuition from $400 to $995.
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 4 visits since Jul 2023, with no Type A or Type B citations in its published counts.
Faith-basedAccepts child care subsidyPosts tuition
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Ages 2 years old through age 6
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 66 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Ages 2 years old through age 6 |
|---|---|
| Programs | Drop-in care, full-time care and part-time care |
| Approach | Faith-based (First United Methodist Church) |
| Curriculum | ABEKA |
| Daily life | Potty training: Potty Training Class. Extended care: Extended hours for day care are available both before and after regular school hours |
| Assistance it accepts | Community Connections for Childcare |
| Discounts | 10% discount off of 2nd child's tuition in same family |
| Licensed capacity | 66 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
First Experiences At FUMC lists monthly tuition from $400 to $995. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Kern County has a median price of $353 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Full Day Tuition, 2 Day (Tue/Thur), Ages 2-2 1/2 | $710 |
| Full Day Tuition, 2 Day (Tue/Thur), Ages 3-6 | $655 |
| Full Day Tuition, 3 Days (Mon/Wed/Fri), Ages 2-2 1/2 | $815 |
| Full Day Tuition, 3 Days (Mon/Wed/Fri), Ages 3-6 | $765 |
| Full Day Tuition, 5 Days (Mon-Fri), Ages 2-2 1/2 | $995 |
| Full Day Tuition, 5 Days (Mon-Fri), Ages 3-6 | $950 |
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| Half Day Preschool Tuition, 2-day program (T/TH), Ages 2-2 1/2 | $465 |
| Half Day Preschool Tuition, 2-day program (T/TH), Ages 3-6 | $400 |
| Half Day Preschool Tuition, 3-day program (M/W/F), Ages 2-2 1/2 | $530 |
| Half Day Preschool Tuition, 3-day program (M/W/F), Ages 3-6 | $465 |
| Half Day Preschool Tuition, 5-day program (M-F), Ages 2-2 1/2 | $665 |
| Half Day Preschool Tuition, 5-day program (M-F), Ages 3-6 | $615 |
| Registration Fee (non-refundable) | $200 |
12 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$353
Home daycare$238
Toddler
Center$206
Home daycare$205
Preschool
Center$171
Home daycare$191
School age
Center$91
Home daycare$174
State record
Inspection reports for First Experiences At FUMC
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 4 visits to First Experiences At FUMC since Jul 2023. Its published counts show no Type A or Type B citations for those visits.
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child care center
- Capacity
- 66 children
- First licensed
- 1994
- License number
- #153801021
Summary
4 visits since Jul 2023 · Last visit Sep 8, 2026
Type A citations 0 · Type B citations 0, as the state counts them
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- Sep 8, 2026Inspection
- Sep 25, 2025Inspection
- May 22, 2024Inspection
- Jul 19, 2023Inspection
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FAQ
Questions about First Experiences At FUMC
Is First Experiences At FUMC licensed?
Yes. California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed July 22, 1994.
Does First Experiences At FUMC have inspection violations?
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 4 visits to First Experiences At FUMC since Jul 2023. Its published counts show no Type A or Type B citations for those visits.
How many children can First Experiences At FUMC care for?
66, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are First Experiences At FUMC's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does First Experiences At FUMC cost?
Monthly tuition from $400 to $995, as it lists it.
What is First Experiences At FUMC's phone number?
(661) 395-0225.
Where is First Experiences At FUMC?
4600 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93309. The nearest other daycare we list is Harvey L. Hall Child Development Center, 0.5 miles away.