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Happy Days Children's Learning Center

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Ages
Infants (0–2 yrs)
Teacher ratio
1:4 (CA min)

191B Harvey West Boulevard, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Visit website ↗(831) 469-9358Directions ↗Licensed for 16
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
3/11/2024
Total visits
1

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

Happy Days Children's Learning Center operates two locations in Santa Cruz, California, serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers since 1995. The center emphasizes child-centered learning through hands-on exploration, cooperative play, and a comprehensive curriculum focused on building self-esteem and social skills.

Philosophy
We strive to maximize confidence and love of learning in positive ways. Our educational approach is focused on developing self-esteem, independence, and social skills so that your children reach their potential in constructive ways. A nurturing environment that encourages cooperative and independent learning with experienced teachers and frequent parent communication.
Ages served
Infants, toddlers, and preschoolers (ages 2.5 to 4.5 years for preschool program)

Programs

  • •Infant program
  • •Toddler program
  • •Preschool program (ages 2.5 to 4.5 years)

Highlights

  • ✓Two convenient locations in Santa Cruz (Harvey West and Live Oak areas)
  • ✓Science, math, and language curriculum for preschoolers
  • ✓Good Times Best of Santa Cruz Runner-up 2021
  • ✓Established since 1995

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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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