Best Preschools in Santa Barbara, CA
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We are a Nonprofit Christian preschool that provides a stimulating, fun, and safe environment, focusing on the "whole child." The program provides age-appropriate experiences for children with a...
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Developmentally-based Montessori preschool education encompassing the areas of practical life, sensorial, art, music, early language, math, science, and geography. Program also provides social play...
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Program that works to provide social, academic, and spiritual development opportunities to children. Activities include free play, drama, science, art, outdoor time, music, and reading. Emphasis is...
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Christian program that works to provide social, physical, spiritual, and academic development opportunities to children. Academics are presented through themed curriculums with a literacy component...
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Catholic program that provides education in a homelike environment. Academics are presented through a themed curriculum that emphasizes hands-on learning experiences. Activities include outdoor time,...
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Winner of SB Independent's "Best Daycare Facility" in 2025, The Oaks is a cooperative preschool program that works to create a community of families and provide a learning environment for children....
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Christian program that provides care and education with an emphasis on accessible tuition rates. Children have access to age-based outdoor play spaces and individualized attention through good student...
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Catholic program that works to provide an educational environment where children can acquire the skills needed for kindergarten readiness. Activities include art, physical education, music,...
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Program that works to provide a green and sustainable learning experience through composting, conservation, recycling, and gardening. Children will have opportunities to explore and pursue their...
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Cooperative program that provides education through hands-on activities and exploration. Activities include free play, reading, cooking, science, manipulatives, sensory play, active play, woodworking,...
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Program that provides education through child-led exploration and hands-on activities. Children are encouraged to develop a love of learning and self-confidence. An emphasis is placed on social and...
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Program that provides care and education to infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children. Children are taught by supervised students from the Santa Barbara Community College. Facility includes an...
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At Bright Horizons®, we make sure the early years are full of learning and fun. Our early education and preschool program paves the way for school success, with support for each child’s individual...
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Preschool is a big year. We’ve designed our program to give you complete confidence in every aspect of your child’s experience; from health and safety; to ready-for-school curriculum; to the full support of experienced teachers.
Kindergarten Prep
The last year before kindergarten is a time of growth. We offer a program that gives you both teachers who cherish this important time, and curriculum recognized by parents and teachers for helping children build the social and academic skills needed to be ready for school.
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Provider offering childcare and early learning services to preschool-age children. Home-based environment offers a Montessori curriculum for interactive learning.
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Preschool program that works to create an educational environment that provides consistent care. Children have opportunities for both structured lessons and free play. Activities include outdoor time,...
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Educational preschool program with low teacher-to-child ratios. Reggio-inspired philosophy encourages a love of learning in a home-like environment on a two-acre campus. Program fosters strong...
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Program that provides education in a Jewish environment with an emphasis on community. Parent involvement is encouraged with family events, the Parent Association, and volunteer opportunities....
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Program that provides care, education, and support to at-risk children geared towards school readiness. An emphasis is placed on parent's roles as advocates and partners in the educational process....
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Program that balances structured lessons with free play and socialization time geared towards future school success. Children are encouraged to be creative and be respectful members of their...
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Program that provides education through play. Activities include art, cooking, dance, gardening, dramatic play, reading, and crafts. Academics are presented through a theme based curriculum. An...
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Program that works to provide holistic support to children from low-income families. An emphasis is placed on cultural diversity and parents as teachers and advocates. Children have access to...
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Program that works to provide high quality education geared towards kindergarten readiness. Children will have opportunities for structured lessons as well as free play and exploration. Learning is...
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Las Flores State Preschool is part of the Santa Barbara Unified School District's early education program. The preschool offers both part-day and full-day programs for eligible children ages 3-5,...
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Little Angels Preschool is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 4326 Calle Real in Santa Barbara, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Catholic program. Schedules offered: Full Time.
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Notre Dame School, located at 33 E Micheltorena St in Santa Barbara, CA, offers a holistic Catholic education for grades PK to 8. With a focus on academic excellence and spiritual growth, we provide...
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The Riviera Ridge School, located at 2130 Mission Ridge Rd in Santa Barbara, CA, is a private elementary school serving grades PK through 8. With a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, it offers a nurturing...
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Providence School, located at 3225 Calle Pinon, Santa Barbara, CA, is an independent Christian school offering preschool through 12th grade education. It aims to prepare students for lives of purpose...
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The Learningden Preschool (Upper Campus) is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 3723 Modoc Rd in Hidden Valley in Santa Barbara, CA. Contact this provider to inquire...
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Franklin Preschool is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 1030 E Yanonali St in Milpas in Santa Barbara, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Notre Dame Preschool is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 33 E Micheltorena St in Upper East in Santa Barbara, CA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Hope 4 Kids Early Learning Center-Cathedral Oaks is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 5070 Cathedral Oaks Rd in Santa Barbara, CA. Contact this provider to inquire...
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Laguna Blanca School is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 4125 Paloma Dr in Santa Barbara, CA.
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FAQs About Santa Barbara Preschools
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How many preschool programs are in Santa Barbara?
- Based on Winnie provider data, there are currently 33 preschool programs in Santa Barbara.
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How much does preschool cost in Santa Barbara?
- The average monthly price for Santa Barbara preschools is $1424. This is based on provider data for preschools listed on Winnie.
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How many programs in Santa Barbara accept preschoolers aged 3-4 years?
- Based on Winnie provider data, there are 26 preschool programs in Santa Barbara that accept kids ages 3-4 years old.
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What types of preschool curriculums are offered in Santa Barbara?
- The 10 most popular preschool curriculum types in Santa Barbara include: Play-Based, Academic-Based, Religious, Mixed Age, Nature-Based, Blended Curriculum, Bilingual, Creative Curriculum, Emergent, Montessori.