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Life Spring Community Preschool And Infant Care

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

2560 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
6/4/2025
Total visits
7

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

Life Spring Community Preschool and Infant Care provides quality, developmentally-based learning programs for ages 0-5 in a safe, enriching environment. The program emphasizes play-based, theme-based curriculum with emphasis on Christian faith-based elements while welcoming families of all backgrounds.

Philosophy
Play-based program with monthly and weekly themed curriculum where children engage in hands-on activities to develop social skills, cognitive skills, emotional maturity, and self-confidence. Teachers provide encouragement and facilitate learning opportunities that strengthen all areas of child development.
Ages served
0-5 years (Infant, Toddler, and Preschool programs including TK/Pre-K)
Religious
Christian faith-based program with Christian faith-based elements emphasized; families of all faiths and backgrounds welcome

Programs

  • •Starfish Infant Program (6 months - 2 years)
  • •Dolphin Class (2/2.5 - 3 years)
  • •Sea Turtle Class (3 years)
  • •Seahorse & Jellyfish Classes (3 & 4 years)
  • •Octopus Class (TK & Pre-K age)

Highlights

  • ✓Licensed California State preschool (Lic# 444415674, 444415204)
  • ✓Family-Centered Approach with open-door policy
  • ✓Accepts local subsidy programs for affordable access
  • ✓Theme-based curriculum with hands-on activities

Not stated on their website: Hours, Tuition, Teacher-to-child ratio, Meals and snacks, Outdoor play areas and activities. 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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