PLAY AND THRIVE ACADEMY
LICENSED7737 MEANY AVE STE A1, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93308
DAY CARE CENTER in Kern County, California
- Hours
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Licensed for
- 26 children
The public record
- License number
- 153810166
- License status
- LICENSED
- License type
- DAY CARE CENTER
- Licensed capacity
- 26 children
- Address
- 7737 MEANY AVE STE A1, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93308
- County
- Kern County
- Phone
- +16615784756
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- November 10, 2021
Hours
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Licensing visits on record
California records 4 routine inspection visits and 2 complaint visits to PLAY AND THRIVE ACADEMY.
- Most recent inspection visit
- Inspection visit
- Inspection visit
- Inspection visit
What California does not publish here
The state publishes when licensing staff visited, not what they found. We do not hold California’s inspection findings, so nothing on this page tells you whether a visit resulted in a citation. A visit count is a measure of licensing activity, and a facility visited more often is not for that reason a worse one. Read the findings in California’s own facility search.
Amenities and accessibility
From the business
- Identifies as veteran-owned
- Identifies as women-owned
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.
How the reviews split
The 4.6 average comes from 22 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star20
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star2
From Google
Recent parent reviews
After having a terrible expirence with another daycare facility we were lucky enough to get our children into Play and Thrive. The staff is absolutely wonderfully and the kids have so much fun! I especially love being able to log into the app to see pictures of them doing activities and notifications letting me know when they have meals, snacks, potty, nap, etc.
Allyssa BoweJun 17, 2026I cannot say enough wonderful things about this daycare. Both of my daughters have attended here, and there is truly nowhere else I would trust with my children. From the moment you walk through the doors, you can feel how much the staff genuinely care for every child. My youngest is so loved, cared for, and treated like family. Knowing she is in a safe, nurturing environment gives me such peace of mind every day. The teachers go above and beyond to make each child feel special, supported, and valued. As a mom, there is nothing more important than knowing your children are happy and loved when you’re away, and this daycare has always provided that for my family. We are so grateful for the care, patience, and dedication they show every single day. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a place that truly loves and cares for children as if they were their own.
Elyse SantoyoJun 15, 2026My daughter started going to Play and Thrive a month ago and we have already seen a huge improvement in her skills and behavior. This is a great place and my daughter loves going everyday. She’s always is excited to see her friends and teacher! High recommend!
Madison GomezApr 25, 2025We absolutely love Play and Thrive. I can’t thank the teachers enough for all they have taught my daughter. She’s learned so much and has only been there a year.
DulceApr 23, 2025My girls have been going to play and thrive for almost two years! We absolutely love being there. The girls have learned so much including Spanish, sign language, writing their names, colors, shapes and so much more. I love that it is not just a daycare, but has an educational based schedule for their day and gets them ready for preschool and kinder!
Ashlee WorshumApr 12, 2025As a first time mom going back to work, I toured many daycares and preschools. I made my final decision to enroll my shy toddler into Play and Thrive, and I have no regrets! They keep amazing communication with me through the app. They track her foods/potty time/naps. I get to see pictures of my little one throughout the day. Knowing she is safe gives me peace while I work. And thats priceless!
Susan MelendezApr 10, 2025
Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.
Questions parents ask about PLAY AND THRIVE ACADEMY
Is PLAY AND THRIVE ACADEMY a licensed child care provider in California?
- Yes. PLAY AND THRIVE ACADEMY holds California licence 153810166, currently listed as "LICENSED" by the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, first issued on November 10, 2021. Confirm current standing with the agency before enrolling.
What kind of child care licence does PLAY AND THRIVE ACADEMY hold?
- California licenses PLAY AND THRIVE ACADEMY as a day care center, a category that covers preschool-age children in a centre-based programme. The category comes from the state's own licence record, not from the provider.
How many children can PLAY AND THRIVE ACADEMY care for?
- PLAY AND THRIVE ACADEMY is licensed for up to 26 children at one time. Licensed capacity is a ceiling set by the state, not a count of current enrolment or of available places.
How often has California inspected PLAY AND THRIVE ACADEMY?
- California records 4 inspection visits to PLAY AND THRIVE ACADEMY, the most recent on February 9, 2026 and the earliest on record November 10, 2022. The state publishes the dates of these visits but not what they found, so this count reflects licensing activity, not results. Read the findings themselves in California's own facility search.
Has California visited PLAY AND THRIVE ACADEMY in response to a complaint?
- California records 2 complaint-driven visits to PLAY AND THRIVE ACADEMY. A complaint visit means someone raised a concern and the state went to look. California does not publish what those visits found, so the count on its own does not say whether any concern was upheld.
Who holds the licence for PLAY AND THRIVE ACADEMY?
- The licence is held by PLAY & THRIVE ACADEMY LLC. California lists the licensee separately from the facility name, so the two often differ. The facility is in Kern County.
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About this record
This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.
Where this comes from
- Primary. California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division facility search, facility 153810166.
- Context. Our explainer on how California daycare licensing and inspections work, and on California child care assistance.
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