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First Friends Preschool

Placerville, CA · El Dorado County
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 1.0 (1 review)
3132 SHERIDAN DR., Placerville, CA 95667
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Quick Facts

Capacity
43 children
Type of Care
DAY CARE CENTER;
Subsidized Program
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Active License
License Number
093603186
Licensed Since
1997
Issued By
California Department of Social Services
District Office
RIVER CITY REGIONAL OFFICE

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hairston
2015-11-03 22:11:13
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I have used this provider for more than 6 months

If you want your child to have a crushed spirit this is the place for him/her....after 2 years of care my grandson came away with such a defeated spirit. He has sensory issues, issues transitioning from one activity to the next, this school chose not to work within his needs. Daily reports were all negative, never anything that he did good...heart breaking for a child of 3 to come home and state "I can't do nothing..I make my teachers sad"..Reports from my grandson of his arms being squeezed when the staff were unable to redirect him. Had an OT in to work with him and staff, and to suggest things that could be done to help..staff chose not to work from the suggested listing...follow up visit from OT suggested that his behavior was a normal toddler behavior...Once the decision was made to remove him from their care, the staff became very "happy and friendly"....such a sad place..if your child loves to imagine and role play...not allowed...Not a recommended place for children...

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About the Provider

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At First Friends Montessori in Placerville, CA, we provide a safe, loving atmosphere for infants and pre-schoolers to develop into their fullest potential through the Montessori approach to education. Our approach is to build trust with children so they feel safe and secure. We believe this trust will build the foundation for learning and help them grow in areas such as language, cognitive development, motor skills, sensory, and rest and meal time. Through the Montessori approach to education your child will be able to move, explore, express themselves, and feel relaxed. Montessori Education promotes sensitive periods for learning and developing. Our environment is set up for experimentation. Each child and family is treated with dignity in their personal relationship with our staff. As parents you are entitled to have your concerns listened to and addressed in a compassionate, respectful manner.

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Inspection/Report History

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Type Inspection Dates Reports/Citations
Other 2026-06-11 FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
Complaint 2026-04-24 COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT
Inspection 2026-03-17 FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
Inspection 2024-10-23 FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
Inspection 2023-08-08 FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
Inspection 2022-09-20 FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
Summary 03/17/2026, 10/23/2024, 08/08/2023, 09/20/2022 Type B Citation: 1; 1596.8662(b)(1)
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
06/25/2026

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