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Columbia Children's Center, INC.

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

840 East Stowell Road, Santa Maria, CA 93454

Visit website ↗(805) 922-5437Directions ↗Licensed for 82
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
9/19/2025
Total visits
8

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

Columbia Children's Center is a locally owned preschool and child care center in Santa Maria serving children ages 18 months through 5 years since 1992. The center emphasizes communication, safety, early learning, and play-based learning with age-based programs and flexible schedules.

Philosophy
Teachers create a safe, engaging environment where children build confidence, friendships, independence, and a love of learning. Communication between parents and teachers is central to a successful early education experience, and the center believes it takes a village to raise a child.
Ages served
18 months through 5 years
Hours
Open Monday through Friday; flexible half-day and full-day schedules available

Programs

  • •Young Toddler (18 months - 2½ years)
  • •Early Years (2 years - 3 years)
  • •Preschool (3 years - 4 years)
  • •Kindergarten Readiness (4 years - 5 years)

Highlights

  • ✓Locally owned since 1992
  • ✓Play-based learning with age-based programs
  • ✓Secure campus with bright classrooms
  • ✓Small-group learning with experienced teachers

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