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Morro Bay United Methodist Children's Center

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

3000 Hemlock, Morro Bay, CA 93442

Visit website ↗(805) 772-7897Directions ↗Licensed for 60
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
12/4/2023
Total visits
3

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

Morro Bay United Methodist Children's Center offers quality care and education for children ages 18 months through 5th grade, emphasizing learning through play with hands-on practical life experiences. The center is affiliated with Estero Bay United Methodist Church and serves toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children in separate classroom programs.

Philosophy
Childhood is a time of wondrous possibilities: a time of exploration, experimentation, and self-expression. We believe in a happy balance between innocence and experience. We nurture prosocial development through care, guidance, and acceptance, building community while incorporating practical life experiences.
Ages served
18 months to 5th grade
Hours
Pre-School: 7:30am-5:00pm; School Age: 7:30am-5:00pm
Religious
United Methodist affiliation (Estero Bay United Methodist Church)

Programs

  • •Timmy Tiger Toddler class (18 months-2.5 years)
  • •Allie Alligator Preschool Readiness class (18 months-2.5 years)
  • •Bubba Bear Preschool class (2.5-6 years)
  • •Catina Cat Preschool class (2.5-6 years)
  • •Before and after school care for Del Mar Elementary students (TK, Kindergarten-5th grade)

Highlights

  • ✓Learning through play with exploration and self-expression
  • ✓Hands-on practical life experiences
  • ✓Prosocial development and community building
  • ✓No potty training requirement for toddler classes

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