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Columbia Childrens Center
- licensed capacity
- 82
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $135
- year first licensed
- 1992
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About
About Columbia Childrens Center
Columbia Childrens Center is a licensed child care center in Santa Maria, California. The state has licensed it since March 2, 1992, for up to 82 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with drop-in care, preschool and toddler care. It lists weekly tuition from $135 to $310.
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 9 visits since Mar 2022, with 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 18 months to 5 years
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 82 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 18 months to 5 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Drop-in care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Maximum teacher to child ratio 1:12 |
| Discounts | 10% discount for each additional child |
| More | Founded 1992 |
| Licensed capacity | 82 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Columbia Childrens Center lists weekly tuition from $135 to $310. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Santa Barbara County has a median price of $453 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Full Days (attend after 12:15), 2 days per week | $165 |
| Full Days (attend after 12:15), 3 days per week | $210 |
| Full Days (attend after 12:15), 4 days per week | $260 |
| Full Days (attend after 12:15), 5 days per week | $310 |
| Half Days (leave by 12:15), 2 days per week | $135 |
| Half Days (leave by 12:15), 3 days per week | $165 |
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| Half Days (leave by 12:15), 4 days per week | $200 |
| Half Days (leave by 12:15), 5 days per week | $230 |
| Daily · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Single extra full day rate | $90 |
| Single extra half day rate | $75 |
| annual registration fee | $150 |
10 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$453
Home daycare$363
Toddler
Center$309
Home daycare$305
Preschool
Center$242
Home daycare$286
School age
Center$115
Home daycare$207
State record
Inspection reports for Columbia Childrens Center
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 9 visits to Columbia Childrens Center since Mar 2022. Its published counts show 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation across those visits.
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child care center
- Capacity
- 82 children
- First licensed
- 1992
- License number
- #421711657
Summary
9 visits since Mar 2022 · Last visit Jul 2, 2026
Type A citations 0 · Type B citations 1, as the state counts them
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- Jul 2, 2026Visit
- Sep 19, 2025Inspection
- Sep 8, 2025Visit
- Oct 18, 2024Visit
- Jun 13, 2023Visit
- Jun 13, 2023Inspection
- Sep 14, 2022Visit
- Mar 17, 2022Visit
- Mar 17, 2022Inspection
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FAQ
Questions about Columbia Childrens Center
Is Columbia Childrens Center licensed?
Yes. California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed March 2, 1992.
Does Columbia Childrens Center have inspection violations?
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 9 visits to Columbia Childrens Center since Mar 2022. Its published counts show 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation across those visits.
How many children can Columbia Childrens Center care for?
82, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Columbia Childrens Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Columbia Childrens Center cost?
Weekly tuition from $135 to $310, as it lists it.
What is Columbia Childrens Center's phone number?
(805) 922-5437.
Where is Columbia Childrens Center?
840 East Stowell Road, Santa Maria, CA 93454. The nearest other daycare we list is Cac - Sierra Madre Center, 0.3 miles away.