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Good Shepherd Pre-School

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

380 North Fairview Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
9/24/2025
Total visits
2

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool is open to all and provides full day care and enrichment for children ages 2 to 5 in a Christian ministry setting. The program emphasizes social, emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual development through play and learning experiences.

Philosophy
The central purpose is to support families through a loving and caring Christian ministry. We provide appropriate play and learning experiences through flexible but consistent routines in a comfortable atmosphere that contributes to the social, emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual needs of each child. We establish a setting where children of various religious and ethnic backgrounds can work and grow together in a loving setting influenced by the mind and spirit of Christ.
Ages served
2 to 5 years old
Hours
Monday - Friday 7:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; flexible half-day option 7:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Outdoor
Outdoor time included in daily schedule from 9:00-9:30 a.m. and 3:00-3:45 p.m.
Meals
Lunch is parent provided; snacks provided
Religious
Lutheran Christian ministry

Programs

  • •Full day care (7:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
  • •Half day care (7:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.)
  • •2, 3, 4, or 5 days per week enrollment options

Highlights

  • ✓Licensed and highly trained staff (CA State Licensed #421708110)
  • ✓Flexible scheduling with consistent routines
  • ✓Daily outdoor time and activity-based learning
  • ✓Rest time included in full day program

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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