Starr King Parent-Child Workshop
Daycare center in Santa Barbara, CA. 1525 1/2 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
About the program
Starr King Parent-Child Workshop is a licensed daycare center in Santa Barbara, California, on the state register since 1990. It is licensed for 49 children and serves preschool ages.
Starr King Parent-Child Workshop is a cooperative preschool in Santa Barbara serving children aged two and a half to five.
The program follows a play-based and co-op approach.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Starr King Parent-Child Workshop 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
1596.8662(b)(1)
Open the state record for each visit report.
What parents say
I attended Starr King for preschool when I was a child and have countless positive memories, from making mud pies in the sandbox to riding tricycles, performing in the Snow White play, and playing with hamsters. I made lifelong friends there, which is why I enrolled my son earlier this year. He absolutely loves it! The campus is fantastic, with indoor and outdoor play areas, water features, an arts & crafts gazebo,…
Hitch McDermid · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoAn amazing experience for both children and parents. Both of our kiddos have thrived in this nurturing environment. They look forward to every Monday morning when they get to go back to Starr King - "Is tomorrow a Starr King Day??" - They ask eagerly. We have all grown and learned together, through the parent education program, shared experiences, and lasting friendships that we have built with other families. …
Kevin O'Scanlon · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoThe best early childhood program in existence (seriously). My 4 year old daughter is having the time of her life, and the ongoing support and education for parents is truly top notch: It's transforming my relationship with my child, and helping me grow into the kind of mom I always wanted to be. Affordability in comparison with other local private options is another plus. I'm so grateful to have found this community.
Alexandra Sinderbrand · 5/5 on Google · a year agoIncredible preschool for children to learn and play. Wonderful and highly experienced staff. Diverse and involved community of families that are focused on the growth and well being of their children. We love Starr King!
Mark Damiani · 5/5 on Google · a year agoGetting there
1525 1/2 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Questions about Starr King Parent-Child Workshop
Is Starr King Parent-Child Workshop licensed?
Yes. Starr King Parent-Child Workshop holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 421710902), with a licensed capacity of 49 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Starr King Parent-Child Workshop had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows 1 citation for Starr King Parent-Child Workshop, 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 Starr King Parent-Child Workshop take?
Starr King Parent-Child Workshop is licensed to serve preschool ages.
How much does Starr King Parent-Child Workshop cost?
Starr King Parent-Child Workshop does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
