First Presbyterian ECC offers a rich outdoor classroom for active learning blocks, dramatic play, art, manipulative, science.
Qualified teachers care for children ages 3 months to 5 years.
Topics may change quickly or be explored all month.
Learning letters and numbers takes place within this active exploration.
Most important to school success is learning to love school, to become competent problem solvers, and to feel good about oneself.
A weekly Chapel time lets children learn about Gods love & gifts to the world while a weekly music class lets children explore rhythm, melody, and movement.
The Centers program is designed to facilitate the healthy growth of the whole child, which includes emotional, social, cognitive, physical, and spiritual development.
Building a caring community of parents and teachers surrounds children with the nurturing they need to thrive.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1982
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
68 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
83%
State avg.: 51%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Movement and Dance
Movement and Dance
School Notes
- First Presbyterian ECC offers a rich outdoor classroom for active learning blocks, dramatic play, art, manipulative, science.Qualified teachers care for children ages 3 months to 5 years in our infant, toddler and preschool classes. Our focus is providing relationship based care and we strucute our program so that classes, including teachers, move together over the years. This provides a continuity of care and an excellent foundation for learning. Topics may change quickly or be explored all month.Learning letters and numbers takes place within this active exploration.Most important to school success is learning to love school, to become competent problem solvers, and to feel good about oneself.A weekly Chapel time lets children learn about Gods love & gifts to the world while a weekly music class lets children explore rhythm, melody, and movement.The Centers program is designed to facilitate the healthy growth of the whole child, which includes emotional, social, cognitive, physical, and spiritual development.Building a caring community of parents and teachers surrounds children with the nurturing they need to thrive.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does First Presbyterian Church Early Childhood Center offer a summer program?
Yes, First Presbyterian Church Early Childhood Center offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for First Presbyterian Church Early Childhood Center?
The application deadline for First Presbyterian Church Early Childhood Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to First Presbyterian Church Early Childhood Center is Garden Street Academy (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Providence School (0.8 miles away)
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Grades: K-12 | 137 students 0.3 miles 2300 Garden Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 687-3717
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 687-3717
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K-12
137
Grades: 10-12 | 7 students 0.8 miles 3324 State St Ste M
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 687-9031
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 687-9031
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10-12
7
Providence School
(Christian)
Grades: NS-12 | 379 students 0.8 miles 3225 Calle Pinon
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 962-3091
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 962-3091
0.8
NS-12
379
Grades: PK-8 | 243 students 0.8 miles 2130 Mission Ridge Road
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(805) 569-1811
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(805) 569-1811
0.8
PK-8
243
The Knox School Of Santa Barbara
Special Program Emphasis
Grades: K-8 | 39 students 1.1 miles 1525 Santa Barbara St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 222-0107
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 222-0107
1.1
K-8
39
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