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Rainbow School Inc
5.0
Rainbow is a wonderful art and music based pre-school. Very good pre-k program and toddler! My girls love it and I get the best art!
- Crystal G.
Steps To Learning Pre School, LLC
5.0
We love Steps to Learning! They are very caring and loving, while also providing instruction and educational experiences to further our child's development. She is advanced, so hearing from them about her level and seeing the activities she is able to complete at her age has helped us to understand...
- Kimberly H.
Building Kidz of Palo Alto South
5.0
AWESOME facility. Clean, and the curriculum is fun and engaging for my hyper little one.
- Care member
LITTLE LAMB PRESCHOOL
5.0
We love little lambs. My oldest was there for 3 years and is now going into 6th grade. My daughter also was there and now my 5 year old is following. We loved the schedule and teachers. They were wonderful and looked out for my kids, I knew that they were safe. I can't rave about little lambs...
- Ann B.
GROWING CHILDREN OF RHODE ISLAND
5.0
As a first time mom, it was so hard to trust someone with our child. Just felt overwhelming to learn so much about how everything works. The director made it such a smooth transition. Her teacher has been amazing at keeping me up to date daily. I love that she comes home exhausted from how well they...
- Mariah G.
Preschools in Goleta, CA
Rainbow School Inc
5689 Hollister Ave Ste C, Goleta, CA
5.0
(1)
Located in Goleta, California, Rainbow School provides quality care and education for children starting from 3 months through 6th grade. It provides a secure, age-appropriate environment where children can thrive and develop to their potential. The school offers programs in Infant Care, Toddler...
5.0
"Rainbow is a wonderful art and music based pre-school. Very good pre-k program and toddler! My girls love it and I get the best art!"
Crystal G.
Steps To Learning Pre School, LLC
6901 Phelps Rd, Goleta, CA
5.0
(1)
Steps to Learning Preschool is located in Goleta, CA. They offer early childhood education and childcare for age 3 months to 6 years old. They aim to develop your child’s self-esteem through nurturing positive interactions with peers, adults and their environment. They are open Mondays through...
5.0
"We love Steps to Learning! They are very caring and loving, while also providing instruction and educational experiences to further our child's development. She is advanced, so hearing from them about her level and seeing the activities she is able to complete at...
Kimberly H.
Stone Soup Preschool And Child Care
6229 Guava Ave, Goleta, CA
We are a high quality, licensed (#426209626), home-based preschool and child care for children 9 months and up. Along with a teaching credential, experience with children with developmental delays, and many years of experience in early childhood education (including several ECE courses), Jennifer,...
Evergreen Learning Center
7631 Evergreen Dr, Goleta, CA
Our philosophy at Evergreen Learning Center is based on respect and appreciation for each child and each family that we serve. We are committed to providing a high quality program that is developmentally appropriate for children 18 months to 6 years, with after school kindergarten care available. We...
South Coast Montessori
7421 Mirano Dr, Goleta, CA
Continuing a 40+ year tradition of offering an authentic Montessori education in Santa Barbara. Our beautiful campus in Goleta, California features wonderful indoor and outdoor classroom environments. Our students are encouraged to move freely within the environment, following their own unique...
Posy
151 Kamala Way, Goleta, CA
At Posy, we cultivate children's interest in learning by creating an environment that encourages them to explore learning materials with me and their peers. We focus on supporting early learners as they make decisions, build academic skills, develop socially and emotionally, and become part of a...
Sunshine Stars
39 Dearborn Apt 93, Goleta, CA
I've worked with children for 25 years. I am currently able to care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children in my local Goleta condo. I previously worked as a certified preschool teacher in centers, homes, churches and also as a private nanny. I've got 3 degrees in social service...
Santa Barbara Montessori
7421 Mirano Dr, Goleta, CA
Santa Barbara Montessori is a preschool and daycare facility offering programs based on the Montessori teaching method. They accept children aged 18 months to 12 years. The school places importance on developing foundational skills for a lifetime of creative thinking and learning.
Stone Soup Preschool and Child Care, LLC
6229 Guava Ave, Goleta, CA
The Stone Soup Preschool and Child Care provides childcare for two to five year old children in Goleta, California. Their facilities and curriculum provide an age and developmentally appropriate environment for social, physical, and cognitive growth in which each child has opportunities to learn,...
Goleta Valley Nursery School
550 Cambridge Dr, Goleta, CA
Goleta Valley Nursery located 550 Cambridge Drive, Goleta California, offers childcare and learning services. The school is open from eight-thirty AM to two-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It provides programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after-...
Happy Camper Child Care LLC
7295 Butte Dr, Goleta, CA
Happy Camper Child Care LLC in Goleta, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide child care for families and kids from three months to six...
Windmill Valley Pre School
830 Friendship Ln, Solvang, CA
Windmill Valley Preschool is a childcare and educational facility located at 830 Friendship Lane, Solvang, California. The school has a capacity of 24 children, and it operates from Monday thru Friday 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The school offers full-time childcare services and early childhood education...
Bethania Preschool & AfterSchool
611 Atterdag Rd, Solvang, CA
Bethania Preschool & AfterSchool in Solvang, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide child care for families and kids from Two Years Old to...
Building Kidz of Palo Alto South
569 San Antonio Rd, PALO ALTO, CA
5.0
(2)
We are thrilled to be part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing local Palo Alto families a plethora of services including toddler care, preschool, after-school for children up to 5th grade, and day and summer camp services. If you are looking for local childcare with easy...
5.0
"I am pretty happy, they are nice, flexible and accommodating!"
Megha G.
5.0
(3)
Here at Little Lamb Preschool, we provide a safe and nurturing environment that promotes growth and development of our little ones ranging from infants as young as 6 weeks all the way through the pre-kindergarten age. Our precious little ones flourish from receiving a Christ-centered education of...
5.0
"I have one child who goes there for about a year now. My child loves the place, they are responsible and show extreme care when it come to my child. They communicate very well and are advanced in the way they teach the kids. "
Monica S.
5.0
(3)
Growing Children of Rhode Island is a daycare center in South Kingstown, RI, that promotes mutual respect, shared learning, problem solving and participation. This school seeks to consider the whole child not in isolation but in the context of the community, family, and school. We offer infant,...
5.0
"As a first time mom, it was so hard to trust someone with our child. Just felt overwhelming to learn so much about how everything works. The director made it such a smooth transition. Her teacher has been amazing at keeping me up to date daily. I love that she...
Mariah G.
New Horizon Academy - Andover, MN
13130 Riverdale Drive Northwest, COON RAPIDS, MN
5.0
(2)
New Horizon Academy Andover is located conveniently in Andover, Minn., off of Riverdale Drive and Round Lake Boulevard NW. We have been serving families in Andover, Coon Rapids, Blain, Anoka, and nearby areas with quality childcare and early education services since 2006. Our school has two infant...
5.0
"New horizon andover hasamazing director and always makes sure my daughter has everything she needs. The teachers there are very nice and I never have to worry when my daughter goes to daycare. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
The Presbyterian Day School has been providing preschool and childcare to the Napa community since the 1960's. We are conveniently located in downtown Napa and serve children ages 2 through entry to kindergarten. Preschool is from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., or full day option is from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30...
5.0
"Ms. Jen is a wonderful person, when I first met her I explained my situation (divorce) and she was very kind and helpful. I had visited other school before PDS with my daughter and the school my daughter chose was PDS. The teachers at this at school are passionate...
Edith P.
5.0
(2)
We are a Montessori early education preschool that serves children from 12 months old up to 2nd grade. We accept families with subsidies. We are partnered with the public school district.
5.0
"They have a very good school with the programs they provide."
Perla G.
Primrose School of Livermore
2901 Las Positas Road, LIVERMORE, CA
5.0
(1)
Primrose Schools is a national family of private accredited early education and care schools across the country. We are more than just a daycare. Through our research-informed Balanced Learning® approach, we provide meaningful learning experiences for children beginning at 6 weeks of age. The...
5.0
"The school has been great we have no issues so far I have no complaints they feed her good and she is really learning!"
Sanrio and Margarida A.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Goleta, CA
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Goleta, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Goleta, CA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Goleta, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Goleta, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Goleta, CA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Goleta, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Goleta, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Goleta, CA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Goleta, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.