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Starlight Children's Center

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

360 Arthur Road, Watsonville, CA 95076

Visit website ↗(831) 724-3885Directions ↗Licensed for 16
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
7
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
6/18/2025
Total visits
5

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 2025-12-22). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Starlight Children's Center operates comprehensive state preschool programs serving 3- and 4-year-olds in safe, nurturing environments with emphasis on parent education and kindergarten readiness. The center offers both full-day (8:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.) and part-day (3-hour) programs Monday through Friday.

Philosophy
Programs emphasize parent education and kindergarten readiness in safe and nurturing environments.
Ages served
3-year-olds and 4-year-olds (with specific birthday cutoffs of December 1st or December 2nd)
Hours
Full-day: 8:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Monday-Friday year-round; Part-day: 3-hour program Monday-Friday during PVUSD academic school year with AM and PM sessions

Programs

  • •Full-Day State Preschools
  • •Part-Day State Preschools
  • •Community Preschool Programs (CSPP)

Highlights

  • ✓Year-round full-day services available
  • ✓Parent education emphasis
  • ✓Kindergarten readiness focus
  • ✓Multiple program options including part-day and full-day

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher ratio, Meals/snacks, Outdoor play areas, Specific curriculum details, Staff qualifications. 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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