Bethlehem Community Early Chil
- 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 (2020-21)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Students: 180 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Type | Early Childhood / Day Care |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Evangelical Lutheran Education Association (ELEA) National Association for the Education of Young Children |
| Religious Affiliation | Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA) |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten |
| Year Founded | 1974 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 180 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 33% State avg.: 45% |
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 |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Please contact school for tuition info. |
| Admissions Director | Gail Winterbourne |
| Admissions Associate | Kai Higgins |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 2 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Arts and Music Programs: Art Studio and Art Specialist, Music Program |
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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- School Location Miles Grades Students
- EncinitasSt John Catholic School(Roman Catholic)Grades: PK-8 | 541 students
0.4 miles
1003 Encinitas Blvd
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-8227 0.4 PK-8
541 - EncinitasLighthouse Christian SchoolDaycare / Preschool (Pentecostal)Grades: NS-PK | 17 students
0.5 miles
510 South El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 942-8500 0.5 NS-PK
17 - Encinitas Grades: NS | 122 students
0.5 miles
845 Santa Fe Dr
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-4952 0.5 NS
122 - EncinitasMontessori School Of EncinitasMontessori SchoolGrades: K | 45 students
0.6 miles
141 S El Camino Real Ste E
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 632-5433 0.6 K
45 - Encinitas Grades: K-12 | 75 students
0.8 miles
679 Encinitas Blvd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 634-1188 0.8 K-12
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