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St. Raphael School/Preschool

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

160 St. Joseph Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93111

Visit website ↗(805) 967-4435Directions ↗Licensed for 27
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Licensing & safety record

✓ Clean licensing record

No citations or complaint visits on file with state licensing as of 2025-09-29. Last licensing visit: 1/17/2024 (3 total).

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

About this preschool

St. Raphael School/Preschool offers a preschool program that follows the same hours and school year calendar as the elementary school. Children may be enrolled for 2, 3, 4, or 5 days per week.

Philosophy
We believe that the most important qualification of the staff member is a genuine and visible love for children.
Ages served
Preschool
Hours
Monday 7:50-2:00, Tuesday-Friday 7:50-2:50
Religious
Catholic

Programs

  • •Parent Volunteer Program

Highlights

  • ✓All staff certified and experienced in Early Childhood Education
  • ✓Staff are members of the National Association for the Education of Young Children
  • ✓Flexible enrollment options (2, 3, 4, or 5 days per week)
  • ✓Follows same school year calendar as St. Raphael Elementary School

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