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Holy Cross Preschool

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

170 A High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Visit website ↗(831) 425-1782Directions ↗Licensed for 30
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
4/23/2025
Total visits
6

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

Holy Cross Preschool provides developmentally appropriate education that addresses social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and spiritual development through a play-based learning environment. The school offers two age-appropriate groups—preschool and pre-kindergarten—with a focus on building a strong academic and social-emotional foundation in preparation for kindergarten.

Philosophy
Each child has the ability to learn and grow by engaging in a curriculum that is developmentally appropriate and meets each child's social, emotional, physical, cognitive and spiritual development. The preschool believes in providing a safe and supportive place that encourages open communication, play-based active learning, and social interaction skills.
Ages served
Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten
Religious
Catholic (Holy Cross Parish affiliation; curriculum includes spiritual development and faith foundation)

Programs

  • •Preschool
  • •Pre-Kindergarten
  • •Cookies for Courage (community event honoring First Responders)
  • •Trike-A-Thon for St. Jude's Children's Hospital
  • •Holiday decorations service at Dominican Oaks

Highlights

  • ✓Play-based active learning environment
  • ✓Two age-appropriate groups with developmentally-specific skills
  • ✓Teachers with years of early childhood education experience
  • ✓Community-building events and service learning

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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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