Columbia Children's Center

Columbia Children's Center offers Young Toddler for children ages 18 months to 2 years, Preschool for ages 2 to 4 years, and Kindergarten Readiness for ages 4 to 5 years. It has year-round early education and child care programs, with half-day and full-day enrollment options in most programs. The center is open Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Programs

• Young Toddler — 18 months - 2½ years
• Preschool — 2 years - 4 years
• Kindergarten Readiness — 4 years - 5 years

At a glance

• Ages: 1–5 years old
• General schedule: Year-round early education and child care programs; open Monday through Friday.
• Facility hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

About the provider

Columbia Children's Center has served Santa Maria families since 1992 and has been locally owned since 1992. Its mission is to provide a safe, engaging environment where children can build confidence, friendships, independence, and a love of learning. Families served include those in Santa Maria, Orcutt, Nipomo, Mission Highlands, Rice Ranch, and the North Broadway Area.

Communication between parents and teachers is central to the early education experience; age-based programs; schedule options vary by program.

Last updated October 4, 2026.