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5689 HOLLISTER AVE. #C GOLETA, CA

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7 mi

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Founded in 1978, Rainbow School is an award-winning combination children's center with age-appropriate programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarteners, ages 3 months through 6 years. Part-time and full-time schedules are available. Rainbow School offers a rich, safe, and inviting environment where the children develop social, intellectual, physical and learning skills. Our spacious rooms and expansive playgrounds provide ample opportunities for indoor and outdoor…
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Sandy Z. says "The teachers and Julie are amazing, they seem to really really care about the kids. My kids are always super happy and excited to go to daycare."
Child care
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic

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2130 MISSION RIDGE RD SANTA BARBARA, CA

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2 mi

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At The Riviera Ridge School, we are committed to a vigorous educational experience that provides every student the opportunity to learn with joy, build resilience, and seek out academic excellence, both intellectually and socially, while also cultivating a deep love of learning and purpose beyond self. It’s the “aha” moments where the real magic happens. We recognize and celebrate those moments of realization that unlock future potential through new knowledge, skills, and awareness. This is the…
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Care Member says "My experience at Riviera Ridge has been to feel a sense of belonging within a community that strives to be diverse and inclusive. My son has thrived academically and socially. His insights surprise me in the best possible way as he has learned to value others and their unique perspectives. His ability to look inward and identify his emotions and feel comfortable enough to talk about what he is experiencing internally is a priceless life skill that Riviera Ridge prioritizes…
Preschool
Kindergarten
Academic

36 HITCHCOCK WAY SANTA BARBARA, CA

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2 mi

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Sarah H. says "I would give the YMCA preschool 5 stars! Our daughter loves going to school. The teachers are all so kind and loving. They run a great program, the facilities are clean, and the program director is incredible. Our daughter is currently getting swim lessons one day a week through the preschool, such a great perk! This is also one of the most affordable options in town. Quite the hidden gem. "

909 N LA CUMBRE RD SANTA BARBARA, CA

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3 mi

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We are a non-profit, private Christian preschool in the heart of Santa Barbara. We enroll children ages 2 years through 5 years-old. Our philosophy is play based with a more academic approach in our Pre-K (4-5 year-olds). We provide a loving, nurturing, and safe environment, wherein we seek to educate the "whole child". We separate our children by age, so we have three self contained classrooms, as well as two big, beautiful yards. The two year-olds have their own age appropriate yard, and the…
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Ashley C. says "The staff are amazing and the facilities and beautiful at Little Angels Preschool. The school day is a great balance of highly structured learning and also lots of play. It has been an amazing experience for my son so far and we have been going her for three years."
Faith based
Preschool
Developmental (play-based)

400 Puente Drive Santa Barbara, CA

4 mi

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The San Marcos Parent-Child workshop is a licensed, cooperative preschool and parent education class. Children between the ages of 2-5 years are introduced to a quality preschool experience, using developmentally appropriate practices. The nurturing, loving environment makes an ideal first school experience for your child and brings out the best in you as a parent. We practice gentle separation for both parent and child and promote non-violent conflict resolution. We provide a natural classroom…
Preschool
Cooperative
International
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Outdoor/nature

560 North La Cumbre Road Santa Barbara, CA

4 mi

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Hope 4 Kids Early Learning Centers are faith-based, nature-centered quality programs for children ages birth through kindergarten. We have two campuses in Santa Barbara to serve your family. We have received 5 stars in the Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS), full accreditation through the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), and we are a certified Outdoor Classroom Demonstration Site (OCP) working to promote quality outdoor experiences for children…
Kindergarten
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
Faith based
Child care
Developmental (play-based)

1002 CIENEGUITAS RD SANTA BARBARA, CA

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4 mi

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ARLENE H. says "The staff at Trinity Preschool are good with communication, keeping us updated with what's going on during the day. Their programs are wonderful kids are never bored and always learning something new. I love that they have chapel days and the kids enjoy going to them. It is a wonderful school!"
Child care
Preschool

5597 SOMERSET DR SANTA BARBARA, CA

6 mi

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3723 Modoc Rd. Santa Barbara, CA

10 mi

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Providence Preschool provides a caring and nurturing Christ-centered environment dedicated to the total development of each child. We encourage physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual development through our age appropriate curriculum and purposeful play and exploration. A carefully chosen curriculum allows each child to develop the pre-reading and math skills necessary for them to thrive in the Kindergarten environment. Each child will uniquely grow and will be given the tools…
Preschool
Faith based

7421 Mirano Dr Goleta, CA

15 mi

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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 interests and curiosity. South Coast Montessori School is enrolling infants through Elementary-aged children.
Kindergarten
Preschool
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)

7631 Evergreen Dr Goleta, CA

15 mi

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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 recognize that learning happens most effectively through respect for each child and responsive relationships between child and adult. Our approach to learning emphasizes all aspects of the…
Child care
Preschool

461 San Lorenzo Rd Ventura, CA

32 mi

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Manda's Monsters Daycare is a clean and nurturing environment where your child can learn and grow. At our home daycare, we focus on teaching children social, emotional, and behavioral skills to ensure your child's development. We provide experiences where children learn on all levels and value play as the essence of learning for children. We offer programs for a wide variety of ages from 2 months to 5 years. We look forward to hearing from you! Please contact us to schedule a tour for you and…

1045 S Saticoy Ave Ventura, CA

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32 mi

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Children "R" Us Child Development Center has been serving the Ventura and Los Angeles Communities since 1978. It is our desire to provide for all children enrolled with a creative learning experience. Our stimulating environment provides nurturing relationships, and care that satisfies your child's needs. We are dedicated to the development of your whole child: physical, social, emotional, intellectual and academic needs. A healthy self-image comes from positive experiences, like…
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Care Member says "Children "R" Us has the most kind, encouraging and reassuring staff in Ventura County"
Academic
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Developmental (play-based)

700 East Esplanade Drive Oxnard, CA

33 mi

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At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all learning. Staff and teachers, and the relationships children develop with them, are vital for learning, for trust, and for independence. Our approach is designed to help them…
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1626 N. 5th Pl Port Hueneme, CA

34 mi

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Hello, I've collaborated with children for over 40 years moving me to open my own CA licensed child care in my home for the last 29 years. I provide three nutritional meals, two nutritional snacks, independent play, group time, interactive songs, outdoor play and reading books, all activities led by licensed provider/owner. Safe Sleep Plan is implemented in my daycare for ages 0-2yrs as required by Ca state and reviewed by CCLD (Community Care Licensing Department) As a California…

538 Gill Ave Port Hueneme, CA

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34 mi

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Children in our care engage in socializing, language, cognitive, emotional, physical, and mathematics development we do cooking and science and sensory activities we go over the alphabet, numbers, shapes, and colors. we sing songs as well. Overall our main goal is to make sure our children in our care are safe. We provide home-cooked meals. We also follow COVID precautions for the safety of our staff and children.
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Taylor W says "Veronica Patriz is one of the best caregivers I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with! She is so knowledgeable about children and their developmental stages and how to structure children's days. She is firm when needed, but very loving and nurturing. She has many years of experience between being a mom herself, a preschool teacher, and caregiver! I am so grateful that I was able to work with her and learn so many valuable lessons from her to take with me in the…

865 S B Street Oxnard, CA

34 mi

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Assistolution is a night-time child care provider in Downtown Oxnard, California. We offer child care services on Fridays and Saturdays, from 6 pm - 12 am, enabling parents to seek opportunities for relaxation or a date night while knowing their child is in safe and nurturing hands. The caregiver/owner has experience as a primary child development teacher from the Navy Base of Ventura County. This enables us to offer a developmental-focused center-like program in a convenient and affordable…

4646 Adolfo Road Camarillo, CA

43 mi

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Our specialty in teaching young children ages 2-6 through "Nurturing the whole child" has been praised from one generation to the next. One parent wrote, "The language structures children learn daily, along with reasoning skills teach children to interact with others in a positive way both at the school and out in public."
Child care
Montessori
Reggio emilia
Kindergarten
Cooperative
Academic
Preschool
International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature

2770 Borchard Road Newbury Park, CA

49 mi

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Montessori Stars is a licensed preschool providing an educationally based, hands-on curriculum for two to six year-olds. We strive to prepare children for kindergarten through active participation in all learning environments including: crafts, group time, recess, story time, organized games, and music.
Child care
Montessori
Academic
Preschool
Kindergarten
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature

13421 Laurelhurst Road Moorpark, CA

49 mi

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Rising Stars Daycare is a loving, caring, and safe environment for babies ages birth-2 years of age. With a low infant to teacher ratio (3:1), I am able to provide each infant with a nurturing environment and engaging activities that encourage growth. Each infant's daily needs are individualized according to their development and in discussion with parents. Families are welcome to visit their infants throughout the day, with my open door policy.

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Recent after school program reviews from local parents

After School Programs are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 4 listed after school programs

RAINBOW SCHOOL

The teachers and Julie are amazing, they seem to really really care about the kids. My kids are always super happy and excited to go to…

- Sandy Z.

The Riviera Ridge School

My experience at Riviera Ridge has been to feel a sense of belonging within a community that strives to be diverse and inclusive. My son…

- Care member

SANTA BARBARA BRANCH - SANTA BARBARA YMCA

I would give the YMCA preschool 5 stars! Our daughter loves going to school. The teachers are all so kind and loving. They run a great…

- Sarah H.

FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Santa Barbara, CA

After-school programs near you in Santa Barbara, CA vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.

After school programs near you in Santa Barbara, CA provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.

Depending on the program, activities in Santa Barbara, CA may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.

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