Sarah Brewer – TLC Child Care

License No. 426216606

Capacity: 12
Ages served: 3 months to 5 years
Hours of Operation: 7:45 a.m.–5:15 p.m. (Mondays–Fridays)

Location: San Roque
Phone: (805) 200-7499
E-Mail: Tlcchildcaresb (at) gmail.com
Facebook: tlcchildcaresb

Philosophy

To the uninformed eye, TLC may look like nothing more than children playing outside, as children always have. But playing in our Outdoor Classroom(ODC) means something much deeper, it is a return to a very old thing: child-centered learning. TLC embraces outdoor, child-initiated play as critical to children’s well-being. Young learners can immerse themselves in nature, hone observation skills, practice persistence and cooperation, develop academic concepts and physical skills and learn problem solving skills and, of course—play and have fun. TLC nurtures growth and learning for the whole child. The children learn by supporting their physical, social and emotional growth, as well as growth across the curriculum: math, science, language and literacy, social studies, art, music and drama. Being responsive to a  child’s needs to foster a positive sense of self, sense of security and well being, plenty of hugs and cuddles throughout the day and provide tender love and care, so all children can feel home…away from home. –Sarah Brewer

Program Highlights

  • TLC opened in SB in 2008
  • Sensory and art daily
  • Dramatic play, science fun
  • Open space for children to explore
  • Infants have separate nap areas to accommodate their individual nap schedules
  • Predictable routine and rituals for special times throughout our day
  • Enrolled in food program to provide healthy meals for children after 6 months old
  • Children enjoy music played throughout the day, no media influences
  • Natural toys for more imaginative and interactive play
  • Enrolled in continuing education through SB county quality counts workforce
  • All staff is CPR and first aid certified along with TB test and background check

Parents Past and Present …

sbrewer_61TLC has been an enriching experience for my son Samuel. My husband and I wanted a very nurturing and safe environment for him since it would be his first experience in a childcare setting, and TLC is just that. Sarah is very professional, caring, responsive, and loving. We feel that Samuel has grown both socially and emotionally at TLC while feeling secure and safe.    Sylvie

There is not enough good things I can say about your program! When I began looking for a day care for Hana she was 13 months old and I was scared to death. I remember touring your home admiring your pristinely clean play areas and watching your gentle way with the children and knowing that this was a place I could leave my baby. You taught her to sing her ABCs and Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star. Your no pressure, enthusiastic help with potty training was right on and allowed Hana to be out of diapers before her 2nd birthday. Your celebrated her achievements with her as if she were part of your family and for that I am eternally grateful.      Tamara

Professional Profile

    • Current CPR/First Aid Certified and Health and Safety prevention
    • Wife and mother of 4
    • Over 20 yrs exp in the field of Early Childhood education (starting in 1997)
    • Certificate in Early Childhood Education from SBCC (2001)
    • Worked at local preschool; Transitions preschool, for 5 yrs as a teacher
    • Served on the board and volunteered for PEP (postpartum education for parents) — 4 yrs
    • Member and serve on the board for Santa Barbara Family Childcare Association
    • Outdoor Classroom Project Course, Level 1 and 2