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The Secret Garden Preschool - Rio Del Mar
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Age range
- 2 years to 5 years
- Phone
- (831) 383-7414
- Address
- 221 Thunderbird Drive
- Licensed since
Santa Cruz County context
291*CCLD
Total facilities
2.0*CCLD
Avg citations
3.1*CCLD
Avg visits
0.3*CCLD
Avg complaint visits
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .
Inspection record
3 visits on record since 2024. Most recent on 2026-07-14.
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1 citation across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed daycares in Aptos
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is The Secret Garden Preschool - Rio Del Mar licensed in California?
Yes, The Secret Garden Preschool - Rio Del Mar is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2024.
How many citations does The Secret Garden Preschool - Rio Del Mar have?
The Secret Garden Preschool - Rio Del Mar has 1 citation on record: 1 Type B citation. It has received 3 visits (3 other visits).
When was The Secret Garden Preschool - Rio Del Mar last inspected?
The Secret Garden Preschool - Rio Del Mar was last inspected on July 14, 2026 (5 weeks ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is The Secret Garden Preschool - Rio Del Mar?
The Secret Garden Preschool - Rio Del Mar is a Child Care Center (CCC), which is a facility-based program typically serving larger groups of children with multiple staff members with a licensed capacity of 36 children. It is located in Aptos, Santa Cruz County, California.
How does The Secret Garden Preschool - Rio Del Mar compare to other daycares in Santa Cruz County?
The Secret Garden Preschool - Rio Del Mar has 1 citations, which is below the county average of 2.0 citations per facility. There are 291 licensed childcare facilities in Santa Cruz County.
Does The Secret Garden Preschool - Rio Del Mar have any serious violations?
The Secret Garden Preschool - Rio Del Mar has no Type A (serious) citations. All 1 citation on record are Type B, which are less serious regulatory violations.
What ages does The Secret Garden Preschool - Rio Del Mar serve?
The Secret Garden Preschool - Rio Del Mar serves children from age 2 to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 36 children.
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