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Cliff Drive Care Center

Daycare center in Santa Barbara, CA. 1435 Cliff Dr., Santa Barbara, CA 93109

5.0 (6 on Google)Read parent reviews
Call (805) 965-4286Visit website
AgesInfant, toddler, preschool and school age
HoursSee hours below
Tuition from$1,725 a month
Licensed capacity117 children
Citations on fileNone on record
On the register since1989

About the program

Cliff Drive Care Center is a licensed daycare center in Santa Barbara, California, on the state register since 1989. It is licensed for 117 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.

Cliff Drive Care Center is a non-profit organization providing licensed early childhood education and after-school programs in Santa Barbara.

The program follows a faith-based approach.

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Tuition and capacity

Age groupFull-time / monthAs published
Infant$2,405"Infant Care 4:1 Children to Staff Ratio Full Days (7:30am-5:30pm) 5 days per week: $2,405 per month"
Preschool$1,725"Full Days (7:30 am -5:30 pm) 5 days per week: $1,725 per month"

Published on the program's website, read September 18, 2026. Weekly and annual rates are converted to a monthly figure. Confirm current rates and fees with the program.

Infant places120 to 12 months

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeDay Care Center + Infant Center + School Age Day Care Center · 421700073, 426216232, 421710426
Licence statusActive since 1989
Licensed capacity117 children
Inspections on file7
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Citations on file0Area median for centers: 0
Type A (immediate risk)015 of 130 centers have at least one
Substantiated complaints17 inspection visits · last visit August 2026

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

101223(a)(2)

Open the state record for each visit report.

What parents say

We have had such a great experience at Cliff Drive Children’s Center. A huge part of that is Delanie, who does an incredible job leading the school. She creates such a warm, welcoming environment, and it shows in every aspect of the program. What stands out is how much the teachers genuinely care about both the children and each other. There is a real sense of teamwork and positivity among the staff, and I think that…

Courtney O'Donnell · 5/5 on Google · 3 months ago

Our son loves it at Cliff Drive Care Center. The staff makes this place exceptional. We’ve had our kids at a variety of daycares since they were under 1 & CDCC really showcases intentionality, love & care for the kids. If you’re looking for a daycare that will be intentional about your kids needs & foster a loving environment for your kid, CDCC is it!

Hannah Gonzalez · 5/5 on Google · 3 months ago

Our daughter started at Cliff Drive Care Center when she was 2 and is finishing up now, three years later, to go to kindergarten. She’s been with three different teachers at three different ages, and each one of them has been so caring, supportive, and incredible. We were so lucky to find this place. Thank you Norma, Kolap, Lily, and all of the other amazing teachers here!

Arrel Gray · 5/5 on Google · 3 years ago
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Getting there

1435 Cliff Dr., Santa Barbara, CA 93109

Questions about Cliff Drive Care Center

Is Cliff Drive Care Center licensed?

Yes. Cliff Drive Care Center holds an active Day Care Center + Infant Center + School Age Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 421700073, 426216232, 421710426), with a licensed capacity of 117 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Cliff Drive Care Center had any inspection violations?

California's public file shows no citations for Cliff Drive Care Center, across 7 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 0. The state record linked above has each visit report.

What ages does Cliff Drive Care Center take?

Cliff Drive Care Center is licensed to serve infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.

How much does Cliff Drive Care Center cost?

Cliff Drive Care Center publishes full-time tuition from $1,725 to $2,405 a month on its website, read in September 2026. Ask about registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

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