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1759 Oceanside Blvd. Suite G, Oceanside, CA
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St. Mary, Star of the Sea Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 40
- monthly, posted tuition
- $345
- year first licensed
- 1991
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About
About St. Mary, Star of the Sea Preschool
St. Mary, Star of the Sea Preschool is a licensed child care center in Oceanside, California. The state has licensed it since September 4, 1991, for up to 40 children.
It describes a Faith-based and Play-based approach, with full-time care, part-time care, pre-k and preschool. It lists monthly tuition from $345 to $1,071.
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 5 visits since Oct 2021, with 1 Type A and 6 Type B citations.
Preschool / pre-KFaith-basedPosts tuition
Ask when you call: current openings, staff-to-child ratio, teacher qualifications, whether it accepts child care subsidies and hours.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Ages two (potty trained) through pre-kindergarten
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 40 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (760) 722-7475 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Ages two (potty trained) through pre-kindergarten |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, part-time care, pre-k and preschool |
| Approach | Faith-based (Catholic), Play-based |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Discounts | Sibling Discount 10% |
| Licensed capacity | 40 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
St. Mary, Star of the Sea Preschool lists monthly tuition from $345 to $1,071. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in San Diego County has a median price of $379 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Half Day Tuition 7:15 am – 11:45 am, Monday – Friday | $658 |
| Half Day Tuition 7:15 am – 11:45 am, Monday / Wednesday / Friday | $467 |
| Half Day Tuition 7:15 am – 11:45 am, Tuesday / Thursday | $345 |
| Monday – Friday, Full Day Tuition 7:00 am – 5:30 pm | $1,071 |
| Monday / Wednesday / Friday, Full Day Tuition 7:00 am – 5:30 pm | $758 |
| Tuesday / Thursday, Full Day Tuition 7:00 am – 5:30 pm | $552 |
| Non-Refundable Registration Fee | $275 |
6 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$379
Home daycare$251
Toddler
Center$269
Home daycare$238
Preschool
Center$243
Home daycare$238
School age
Center$219
Home daycare$180
State record
Inspection reports for St. Mary, Star of the Sea Preschool
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 5 visits to St. Mary, Star of the Sea Preschool since Oct 2021. Its published counts show 1 Type A and 6 Type B citations across those visits.
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child care center
- Capacity
- 40 children
- First licensed
- 1991
- License number
- #372006368
Summary
5 visits since Oct 2021 · Last visit Sep 17, 2025
Type A citations 1 · Type B citations 6, as the state counts them
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- Sep 17, 2025Inspection
- Oct 10, 2023Inspection
- Oct 13, 2022Inspection
- Jul 22, 2022VisitType A 0 · Type B 0
- Oct 14, 2021Complaint investigationType A 0 · Type B 2
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FAQ
Questions about St. Mary, Star of the Sea Preschool
Is St. Mary, Star of the Sea Preschool licensed?
Yes. California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed September 4, 1991.
Does St. Mary, Star of the Sea Preschool have inspection violations?
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 5 visits to St. Mary, Star of the Sea Preschool since Oct 2021. Its published counts show 1 Type A and 6 Type B citations across those visits.
How many children can St. Mary, Star of the Sea Preschool care for?
40, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are St. Mary, Star of the Sea Preschool's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (760) 722-7475 to confirm.
How much does St. Mary, Star of the Sea Preschool cost?
Monthly tuition from $345 to $1,071, as it lists it.
What is St. Mary, Star of the Sea Preschool's phone number?
(760) 722-7475.
Where is St. Mary, Star of the Sea Preschool?
515 Wisconsin Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92054. The nearest other daycare we list is Oceanside Shining Stars Preschool, 0.5 miles away.