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Brown Fcc Aka Educare Family Child Care

Home daycare in Santa Maria, CA. Santa Maria, CA 93455. The address is a private home and is shared by the provider.

5.0 (7 on Google)Read parent reviews
Call (805) 268-8500
AgesInfant, toddler, preschool and school age
HoursSee hours below
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity12 children
Citations on file2 (1 Type A)
On the register since2024

About the program

Brown Fcc Aka Educare Family Child Care is a licensed home daycare in Santa Maria, California, on the state register since 2024. It is licensed for 12 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.

Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Brown Fcc Aka Educare Family Child Care does not publish a fee schedule. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,276 a month.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeFamily Day Care Home · 426216930
Licence statusActive since 2024
Licensed capacity12 children
Inspections on file3
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Citations on file2
Type A (immediate risk)1
Substantiated complaints03 inspection visits · last visit July 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

102417(a) · 102416(c)

Open the state record for each visit report.

What parents say

Greatest daycare on earth! We had major concerns and scares from daycare nightmare stories, but Melissa helped us put these concerns to rest. She is constantly willing to work with parents and actively teaching our son, he's turning into quite the gentleman. My son loves going to school, and often talks about fun with his friends and teacher.

Robert · 5/5 on Google · a year ago

Teacher Melissa and Educare have consistently delivered outstanding performance, surpassing my expectations. I was extremely nervous to put my daughter in someone’s care when moving here, but the moment we met Melissa, my child was excited and felt more than comfortable the first day! My child has made significant strides under Melissa's guidance, benefiting from her specialized knowledge and nurturing attitude.…

Tori Lewis · 5/5 on Google · a year ago

Melissa is the owner and is absolutely wonderful. My son has been going here since he was 18 months old and is almost 3 now. He has learned so much and has great social skills. She does indoor and outdoor learning. As well as helps me/him navigate through the various milestones and challenges toddlers go through. My son loves going to school and telling me how much fun he has everyday. I highly recommend!

Adrianne Thoroddsson-Weathers · 5/5 on Google · a year ago

If you want a place where your child is loved beyond belief then look no further than Educare! The play based curriculum is so on target for development and age appropriate! Communication is one of the most frustrating things we deal with in life but NOT at Educare! Your needs, your child’s needs and needs from Educare staff are always clearly expressed and heard. I needed a place where someone could be mom for…

Molly Johnston · 5/5 on Google · 6 years ago

Questions about Brown Fcc Aka Educare Family Child Care

Is Brown Fcc Aka Educare Family Child Care licensed?

Yes. Brown Fcc Aka Educare Family Child Care holds an active Family Day Care Home licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 426216930), with a licensed capacity of 12 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Brown Fcc Aka Educare Family Child Care had any inspection violations?

California's public file shows 2 citations for Brown Fcc Aka Educare Family Child Care, 1 of them Type A, across 3 inspection visits. The state record linked above has each visit report.

What ages does Brown Fcc Aka Educare Family Child Care take?

Brown Fcc Aka Educare Family Child Care is licensed to serve infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.

How much does Brown Fcc Aka Educare Family Child Care cost?

Brown Fcc Aka Educare Family Child Care does not publish tuition. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

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