Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Child Care & Early Learning Center in Bakersfield
Founded in 2005, Oaks Children's Center has dedicated itself to providing high-quality early childhood education rooted in Christian values. Our mission to glorify God through service has guided us in creating a nurturing environment where children thrive academically, socially, and spiritually. With programs designed for toddlers through 6th graders, we combine research-based curricula with faith-based teachings to support holistic development. Our experienced team, including founding directors Lori Panici and Lori Barber, brings decades of combined expertise in early childhood education. We maintain strict compliance with California licensing regulations while offering flexible scheduling options including full-day, part-day, and after-school programs.Our annual tuition structure accounts for school closures and holidays, ensuring transparency in costs. Through weekly chapel services, Bible memory verses, and integrated faith teachings, we cultivate a learning environment that emphasizes both academic excellence and spiritual growth. Our facility in Bakersfield serves hundreds of families annually, with a proven track record of preparing children for kindergarten and beyond. We offer summer camp programs that extend learning opportunities while maintaining our commitment to safety and educational continuity. Our staff undergoes rigorous training to ensure they can address diverse learning styles while maintaining the highest standards of care.
Services
Preschool Program
Pre-Kindergarten
After School Care
Summer Camp
Faith Curriculum
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Experienced founding directors with 20+ years in early childhood education
- Faith-integrated curriculum meeting California state standards
- Flexible scheduling options for working families
- Summer camp extending educational opportunities
- Proven track record preparing children for kindergarten success
Services
Preschool Program
Our preschool program serves children aged 2-4 years with developmentally appropriate activities. We offer three classroom options with different age groupings to optimize learning outcomes. The curriculum combines foundational academic skills with social-emotional development through play-based learning experiences.
Pre-Kindergarten
Designed for 4-5 year olds, our pre-kindergarten program builds essential school readiness skills. Through structured activities and individualized instruction, we develop literacy, numeracy, and executive functioning abilities while maintaining a focus on faith-based character development.
After School Program
Our after-school program supports TK-6th grade students with academic reinforcement and social development. We provide transportation from local schools and offer structured activities that promote continued learning in a safe, nurturing environment during afternoons and summer months.
Faith Curriculum
Faith development is integrated throughout our programs through daily Bible stories, weekly chapel services, and prayer. Our curriculum teaches Christian values while supporting children's spiritual growth through age-appropriate biblical teachings and worship experiences.
Summer Camp
Our summer camp provides educational continuity for 1st-6th graders during school breaks. The program combines academic reinforcement with recreational activities in a structured environment that maintains learning momentum while creating fun social experiences for school-age children.
People
Lori Panici
Founding Director
With over 20 years in early childhood education, Lori Panici established OCC to combine faith and learning. She oversees curriculum development and spiritual integration while maintaining state compliance standards.
Lori Barber
Founding Assistant Director
Lori Barber co-founded OCC with a focus on creating nurturing classroom environments. She specializes in child development and ensures program quality across all age groups and daily operations.
Jyn Tabbytosit
Director
Jyn Tabbytosit manages daily operations and staff coordination. With extensive experience in educational administration, she ensures program effectiveness while maintaining the center's mission and values.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We serve children aged 2 through 6th grade with preschool programs for 2-5 year olds and after-school care for TK-6th graders.
What curriculum do you use?
We use Experience Preschool curriculum with faith-based integration. Our program includes weekly chapel services, Bible stories, and character development aligned with Christian values.
Are there part-time options available?
Yes, we offer part-time schedules including MWF and TTH options for both toddler and preschool programs at reduced monthly rates.
Do you offer summer care?
Our summer camp program runs for school-age children (1st-6th grade) with full-day care from 7:00AM-5:30PM Monday-Friday.
What are your operating hours?
Full-day care operates 7:00AM-5:30PM Monday-Friday. Morning preschool sessions run 8:15AM-12:15PM with flexible scheduling options available.
How do you handle potty training?
We provide support for children not yet potty trained with an additional fee structure based on attendance schedule to cover extra care requirements.
