Children’s Religious Exploration (CRE) and Childcare
Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara, 1535 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
About
Children’s Religious Exploration (CRE) includes classes for kindergarten through eighth grade. Childcare and preschool stories and activities are offered for toddlers and preschoolers, and children can take part in a spotlight activity or play freely.
Programs
- Children’s Religious Exploration (CRE) — kindergarten through eighth grade · Every Sunday; September to June; during summer one all ages class
- Childcare and preschool stories and activities — toddlers and preschoolers · Sunday mornings 9:45-11:30 am · Staffed by experienced adults and teens; children can participate in a spotlight activity or play freely.
- Our Whole Lives (OWL) — kindergarten through adulthood · Sexuality education program for youth that models and teaches caring, compassion, respect, and justice.
At a glance
- Ages: 4–17 years old
- General schedule: Classes are held concurrently with the 10:00 AM service from September to June. During summer CRE moves to one all ages class.
About the provider
Classes are taught by trained professional staff and assisted by volunteer church members. Background checks are required for all CRE staff and volunteers, and the enrollment form is required before drop-off. All new and returning children and youth must be registered after three visits to attend classes or childcare on Sunday mornings.
Background checks are required for all CRE staff and volunteers. The enrollment form is required to keep children safe and to release them only to designated adults.
Last updated October 30, 2026.
Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.