Good Shepherd Preschool
Daycare center in Goleta, CA. 380 North Fairview Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117
About the program
Good Shepherd Preschool is a licensed daycare center in Goleta, California, on the state register since 1995. It is licensed for 50 children and serves preschool ages.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Good Shepherd Preschool does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,276 a month.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →California cites a Type A violation for an immediate risk to the health or safety of children, and a Type B violation for a record-keeping or maintenance item. The state file gives counts, dates and regulation numbers, not the inspector's notes.
Regulations cited
1596.841 · 1596.8662(b)(1)
Open the state record for each visit report.
What parents say
Good Shepherd Preschool is an absolute hidden gem! I’m so surprised not many people know about this school because it has been so wonderful and my son loves it there. From the great outdoor play area, music/dance classes, and the wonderful, caring teachers, GS preschool has it all! My son especially loves all the pets (rabbits, turtles, frog) there and comes home talking about his teachers Ms. Alyssa and Ms. Katie…
misa kawamoto · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoAs a parent, I couldn't be happier with Good Shepherd Preschool. From the moment we toured Good Shepherd it was evident that this was the place for us. The staff are exceptional. My son has something positive to say about every teacher and truly enjoys each day he goes to school. He has formed great friendships with the other kids. He absolutely loves the sandpit/trucks and all the time they get to spend outdoors. I…
Shelby Guelff · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoGood Shepherd is a great preschool with awesome teachers. Both my kids attended and they had a great time and memorable experiences to share. The school has a big outdoor area and cool activities for the kids that like to be outside (playground, tricycles) or enjoy a more quiet time indoors (painting, reading). Thanks GSPS!
Renzo Grieve · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoGood Shepherd is an awesome preschool. Our little guy has learned so much and grown academically and socially. Miss Katie and all the teachers here are great! He is very well prepared to start kindergarten this fall, and we'll be sending our daughter and other son here as well.
Matt Niblett · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoGetting there
380 North Fairview Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117
Questions about Good Shepherd Preschool
Is Good Shepherd Preschool licensed?
Yes. Good Shepherd Preschool holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 421708110), with a licensed capacity of 50 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Good Shepherd Preschool had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows 2 citations for Good Shepherd Preschool, across 2 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 0. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does Good Shepherd Preschool take?
Good Shepherd Preschool is licensed to serve preschool ages.
How much does Good Shepherd Preschool cost?
Good Shepherd Preschool does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.