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Pacific Christian School

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

3435 Santa Maria Way, Santa Maria, CA 93455

Visit website ↗(805) 938-7555Directions ↗Licensed for 90
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
8/12/2024
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

Pacific Christian School serves students from preschool through 8th grade with a focus on spiritual development alongside academic excellence. The school's motto is 'Reaching the heart, teaching the mind,' emphasizing student-centered, purpose-driven education.

Philosophy
Spiritual development, social/emotional development, physical development, and educational excellence are all equally important to high student achievement and quality education. Students are nurtured to become all God has created them to be.
Religious
Christian; affiliated with Pacific Christian Center

Programs

  • •Preschool
  • •Kindergarten
  • •Elementary
  • •Middle School (through 8th grade)
  • •Camp Jag (summer activity program)

Highlights

  • ✓ACSI and ACSWASC accredited
  • ✓Integrated spiritual and academic development
  • ✓Student activities program
  • ✓Summer Camp Jag opportunities

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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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