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Calvary Preschool

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

532 Center Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
4/23/2025
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

Calvary Preschool is a non-profit preschool offering play-based and academic programs with a low 8:1 student-to-teacher ratio. The school emphasizes social-emotional growth, peer relationships, and flexible, open-ended learning tailored to each child's interests.

Philosophy
Child-centered approach combining play-based and academic programs, emphasizing the importance of play in early childhood development with focus on social-emotional growth and fostering strong relationships.
Ages served
Ages 2 and up (Rainbow Room: 2-3 years; Ocean Room: 3-4 years; Sunshine Room: 4 and up)
Outdoor
Not listed
Religious
Calvary Preschool

Programs

  • •Rainbow Room (ages 2-3): play-based engagement and social adjustment with life skills support
  • •Ocean Room (ages 3-4): social skills and language development with Seeds of Literacy philosophy
  • •Sunshine Room (ages 4+): independence and pre-kindergarten preparation with Handwriting Without Tears program

Highlights

  • ✓8:1 student-to-teacher ratio with experienced, long-term staff
  • ✓Seeds of Literacy and Handwriting Without Tears programs
  • ✓Flexible, open-ended learning opportunities
  • ✓Social-emotional growth emphasis

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Hours of operation, Meals/snacks, Outdoor play areas, Teacher qualifications, Enrollment dates. Ask the preschool directly.

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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