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Santa Clarita State Preschool

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

27853 Urbandale Avenue, Saugus, CA 91350

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Licensing & safety record

✓ Clean licensing record

No citations or complaint visits on file with state licensing as of 2025-09-29. Last licensing visit: 8/13/2024 (1 total).

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Santa Clarita State Preschool (California State Preschool Program) is a free, income-eligible preschool program operated by Saugus Union School District at three elementary school sites. The program engages children ages 3-4 in playful, purposeful instruction through small group time, literacy, storytelling, centers, and outdoor activities aligned to California Department of Education standards.

Philosophy
Purposeful teaching ensures children gain knowledge and skills in a place where all children are individually assisted to move along a pathway of healthy learning and development. The program emphasizes playful exploration and experimentation as integral to curriculum.
Ages served
Ages 3-4 years old (must turn 3 or 4 by September 1, 2026)
Outdoor
Outdoor playtime included
Meals
Daily snack included

Programs

  • •California State Preschool Program (CSPP)

Highlights

  • ✓Free program for income-eligible families
  • ✓Small group instruction with literacy and learning centers
  • ✓Hosted at three elementary school sites: Cedarcreek Elementary, Rio Vista Elementary, Rosedell Elementary
  • ✓Activities aligned to California Department of Education Preschool Learning Foundations

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