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Upward Bound Preschool
1040 Patterson Rd., Santa Maria, CA
Upward Bound Preschool ministers to each child as a whole person. We provide a developmentally appropriate environment in which each child can grow physically, intellectually, emotionally, socially and spiritually at his/her own pace. Each child is a unique gift from God and we strive to provide a...
Planes 'n Trains
Mesa View Lane, Santa Maria, CA
Planes N Trains believes play-based learning is the most appropriate method of learning for children. Play is essential for all children s well-being and development. New concepts, improved skills and enhanced comprehension come to children though play. Children s senses help them experience the...
Bragg Family Child Care
815 E. Paden St., Santa Maria, CA
I am a 12 year child care provider with a 20 year experience in child care. We provide a loving, clean family environment with home made meals. We provide developmental learning for young children and help with homework for school age children. We are a loving caring family with strong family...
Columbia Children's Center
840 East Stowell Road, Santa Maria, CA
Preschool & Child Care for children 18 months through 5 years.
C A C CHILD DEVELOPEMENT
1026 Sierra Madre Ave, Santa Maria, CA
C A C Child Development located at 1026 Sierra Madre Avenue, Santa Maria, California, offers childcare and learning services. It provides programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks.
Sendejas Family Child Care
3285 Fair Oaks Dr., Santa Maria, CA
Sendejas Family Child Care and Preschool is a licensed in-home daycare which provides a fun, loving and safe learning environment for children. What sets it apart from other day cares is that it has been my decision to care for only up to 6 toddler and preschool children (ages 1-5) at a time. I feel...
COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION OF SANTA BARBARA COUNTY - Adam Center
500 Windsor St, Santa Maria, CA
The Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County runs and operates The Adam Center located at 1500 Windsor St., Santa Barbara, California. The center offers child care and education programs for infants, toddlers and preschoolers designed to provide a meaningful early childhood experience....
Skip To My Lous Family Preschool
1314 Via Del Carmel, Santa Maria, CA
Skip To My Lous Family Preschool located at 1314 Via Del Carmel, Santa Maria, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from eight-fifteen AM to twelve-thirty PM, Mondays through Thursdays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten...
COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION OF SANTA BARBARA COUNTY - Westgate Center
1240 Bethel Ln Ste 1a, Santa Maria, CA
The Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County runs and operates Westgate Center located1240 Bethel Lane #1A, Santa Maria, California. The center offers child care and education programs for infants, toddlers and preschoolers designed to provide a meaningful early childhood experience....
Ralph Dunlap Elementary School
1220 Oak Knoll Rd, Santa Maria, CA
Orcutt Union School District is an educational facility that serves the community of Santa Maria CA. It offers a comprehensive preschool program and provides developmentally appropriate learning activities that stimulate growth among children. The school promotes active learning by integrating...
Grace Lutheran Nursery School
420 E Fesler St, Santa Maria, CA
Grace Lutheran Nursery School is a ministry of Grace Lutheran Church. It is a Christian school that offers academic services to children ages two to six years old. It strives to provide an environment where children can grow spiritually, mentally, physically, socially, and emotionally. It has a...
Bruce State Pre School
601 W Alvin Ave, Santa Maria, CA
The Robert Bruce State Preschool in Santa Maria, California is a federally-funded program that offers parent support and childcare and education for children from six weeks old up to five years old from low-income families. The program provides activities that stimulate the children's cognitive,...
Seedlings Preschool
2320 Central Park Drive, Santa Maria, CA
ABOUT SEEDLINGS PRESCHOOL
Seedlings is a quality, nature centered preschool serving ages 3 - 5
in the Santa Maria Valley. We desire to create a place that is safe fun and affordable!
Our program has openings for children M-F, MWF, and TTH. Class begins at 8:30 am and ends at 11:45 am. We...
Rice State Pre-School Center
700 Vickie Ave, Santa Maria, CA
Established in 2005, Rice State Pre-School Center provides preschool and childcare services. Located at 700 Vickie Ave Santa Maria CA. Operating hours are Mondays through Fridays from 830am to 3:00pm.
Marian Children's Center
1530 Cypress Way, Santa Maria, CA
Marian Children's Center is a child care and education provider located at 1530 Cypress Way, Santa Maria, California. This licensed child care facility can accommodate up to 36 children. It offers high quality, early care and education for children ages six weeks and five years old. The center...
Bragg Family Childcare
815 Paden St, Santa Maria, CA
Bragg Family Childcare is a home-based day care facility at 815 Paden St, Santa Maria, licensed by the state of California. Their center offers child care services for children aged from 3 through 12 years old. Their center specializes in maintaining a child-friendly environment where excellent care...
Oakley Head Start
1120 W Harding Ave, Santa Maria, CA
The Oakley Center of the Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County in Santa Maria, California runs the Head Start program for the county. It is a federally-funded program that offers parent support, childcare, and education for children from six weeks old up to five years old from...
Kids Unlimited
510 E Stowell Rd, Santa Maria, CA
Established in 1984, Kids Unlimited is a quality childcare and early childhood education provider located at 510 East Stowell Road, Santa Maria, California. The childcare center is licensed by the State of California to provide care and education programs for children up to kindergarten age.
Hearts and Hands Christian Childcare & Preschool - Nipomo
112 Orchard Rd, NIPOMO, CA
Starting at $1122/mo
Since beginning our Hearts and Hands ministry in 2003, we have served thousands of families in each of our communities. It has been our mission to provide loving care, in a safe environment, with excellent teachers, while enriching each child to their full potential through our core values: SAFETY,...
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Casa dei Bambini School is an International & Multicultural private school. Our school has been serving the Silicon Valley community since 1987. What sets our school apart from all other schools is our model and our vision for what young children's preschool and kindergarten experience can be. Great...
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"All three of our children attended Casa dei Bambini with our youngest (3) still there.
The experience has been wonderful. The teachers are warm and caring and each of our children were able to learn and engage at their own rate. The two graduates developed a real...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Santa Maria, CA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Santa Maria, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Santa Maria, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Santa Maria, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.