Castles Preschool
55 Jan Ct., Chico, CA
Kidspark
- licensed capacity
- 35
- open each week
- 6 days
- a week, county median
- $87
- year first licensed
- 2012
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About
About Kidspark
Kidspark is a licensed child care center in Chico, California. The state has licensed it since March 19, 2012, for up to 35 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM; Saturday, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, drop-in / hourly care, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals.
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 14 visits since Apr 2022, with 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation.
Before- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedSTEM / STEAM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 35 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 2-12 Years Old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, drop-in / hourly care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | STEM / STEAM |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Discounts | Sibling: Hourly $6, Daily $48 |
| Licensed capacity | 35 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kidspark has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time school-age care at a child care center in Butte County has a median price of $87 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$354
Home daycare$291
Toddler
Center$216
Home daycare$242
Preschool
Center$179
Home daycare$225
School age
Center$87
Home daycare$194
State record
Inspection reports for Kidspark
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 14 visits to Kidspark since Apr 2022. Its published counts show 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation across those visits.
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child care center
- Capacity
- 35 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- First licensed
- 2012
- License number
- #045406197
- Also at this site
- Facility #045406198: School-age program
Summary
14 visits since Apr 2022 · Last visit Apr 6, 2026
Type A citations 0 · Type B citations 1, as the state counts them
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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See all 14 visits
- Apr 6, 2026InspectionFacility #045406198
- Apr 6, 2026VisitFacility #045406197
- Sep 29, 2025VisitFacility #045406197
- Sep 23, 2025VisitFacility #045406197
- Aug 14, 2025VisitFacility #045406198Type A 0 · Type B 0
- Apr 23, 2025VisitFacility #045406197
- Apr 23, 2025InspectionFacility #045406198
- Jan 28, 2025Complaint investigationFacility #045406198Type A 0 · Type B 1
- Apr 17, 2024VisitFacility #045406197
- Apr 17, 2024InspectionFacility #045406198
Show 4 earlier visits
- Apr 3, 2023InspectionFacility #045406197
- Apr 3, 2023InspectionFacility #045406198
- Apr 19, 2022InspectionFacility #045406198
- Apr 19, 2022InspectionFacility #045406197
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FAQ
Questions about Kidspark
Is Kidspark licensed?
Yes. California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed March 19, 2012.
Does Kidspark have inspection violations?
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 14 visits to Kidspark since Apr 2022. Its published counts show 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation across those visits.
How many children can Kidspark care for?
35, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
What are Kidspark's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM; Saturday, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kidspark cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (530) 894-6800 to ask.
What is Kidspark's phone number?
(530) 894-6800.
Where is Kidspark?
2477 Forest Ave., Ste. 190, Chico, CA 95928. The nearest other daycare we list is Castles Preschool, 0.2 miles away.