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Oaks Parent Child Workshop

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

605 W. Junipero St., Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Visit website ↗(805) 682-7609Directions ↗Licensed for 45
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
5/8/2024
Total visits
4

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

The Oaks is a play-based cooperative preschool in Santa Barbara that has served families since 1947, offering half-day and full-day childcare options with parent participation at its core. The program accepts children starting at age 2 years 6 months and features mixed-age learning in an outdoor classroom setting.

Philosophy
Central to the program is the notion that parents are a child's first teachers. Under the guidance of early childhood educators, parents work and learn how to be more effective parents, from each other and the children. The play-based program invites children to follow their curiosity, with children free to choose engaging stations while parents create them on their workday.
Ages served
Starting at age 2 years 6 months
Hours
Morning Program: Monday - Friday 8:45 AM to 12:00 PM; Afternoon Program: Monday - Friday 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM; Nature-Based Summer Program: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Outdoor
Outdoor classroom provides ample space for movement, discovery, and joyful play

Programs

  • •Morning Program (play-based with parent participation)
  • •Afternoon Program (full-day care, parent participation not required)
  • •Nature-Based Summer Program
  • •Summer Camp (for ages 3-5, ages vary by session)

Highlights

  • ✓Winner of 2025 Santa Barbara Independent Best of Award for 'Best Daycare Facility'
  • ✓Cooperative preschool model with parent participation
  • ✓Mixed-age learning environment
  • ✓Licensed daycare facility

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher-to-child ratio, Meals and snacks, Specific curriculum details, Special needs accommodation, Extended hours options. Ask the preschool directly.

Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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