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First Presbyterian Church Early Childhood Center

21 E. Constance Ave
Santa Barbara, CA 93105

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Tel: (805) 687-6362

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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 Facts (2026)

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

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Presbyterian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Year Founded

1982

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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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.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

8 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

1 extracurricular

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

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

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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).

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Quick Facts (2026)

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

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The average private school tuition in Santa Barbara, CA is $30,154 for elementary schools and $30,393 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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