Our NAEYC accredited preschool offers a balanced program wtih opportuity for your child to grow as an individual in all areas of development.
The first steps away from home are made comfortable, with caring adults who are trained to meet your child's individual needs- in a safe, healthful environment.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1974
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 18, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
180 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 51%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please contact school for tuition info.
Admissions Director
Gail Winterbourne
Admissions Associate
Kai Higgins
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Studio and Art Specialist, Music Program
Art Studio and Art Specialist, Music Program
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Bethlehem Community Early Chil?
The application deadline for Bethlehem Community Early Chil is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Bethlehem Community Early Chil is Pacific Academy (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. John Catholic School (0.4 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
St. John Catholic School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 541 students 0.4 miles 1003 Encinitas Blvd
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-8227
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-8227
0.4
PK-8
541
Lighthouse Christian School
Daycare / Preschool (Pentecostal)
Grades: NS-PK | 17 students 0.5 miles 510 South El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 942-8500
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 942-8500
0.5
NS-PK
17
Montessori School Of Encinitas
Montessori School
Grades: PK-K | 65 students 0.6 miles 141 S El Camino Real Ste E
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 632-5433
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 632-5433
0.6
PK-K
65
Grades: K-12 | 115 students 0.8 miles 679 Encinitas Blvd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 634-1188
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 634-1188
0.8
K-12
115
Grades: 7-12 | 169 students 0.9 miles 1500 El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-6777
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-6777
0.9
7-12
169
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