Light the Bay Preschool (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
Enrollment: 77 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,000
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Jun. 14 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

Religious Affiliation

Assembly of God

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-6

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Light the Bay Preschool
Nursery	15
Pre-K	10
Kind	10
1	8
2	8
3	8
4	8
5	5
6	5

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Year Founded

1975

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

77 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniform: Elementary: polos of a specific color and khakhi pants or skirts. Additional chapel dress requirement for Wednesdays: white dress shirts, ties for boys

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jun. 14 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,000

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% on Financial Aid

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Rita Marquardt

Application URL

Online Application

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

ACSI regional eventsArt

Math (Before and after school and vacation camps for additional fee)Speech

Spelling

School Notes

We have celebrated 48 years of providing a quality education in a safe and inviting environment.
Children are exposed to Spanish in our curriculum.
Our staff provides a excellent, loving environment where your child has the opportunity to grow socially and academically.

COMPETITIVELY PRICED, PRIVATE EDUCATION
BIBLE BASED CURRICULUM WHICH EXCEEDS ALL STATE STANDARDS QUALIFIED, HIGHLY EXPERIENCED, AND CARING TEACHERS
PHYSICAL EDUCATION, CHARACTER TRAINING, MONTHLY CULTURAL THEMES AND SO MUCH MORE
AVERAGE STUDENT TEACHER RATIO: 12:1, ALLOWING FOR INDIVIDUALIZED INSTRUCTION. 2 year old ratio: 6:1
PLAY AREAS
SAFE FIVE ACRE CAMPUSCENTRALLY LOCATED NEAR HIGHWAY 4 AND BUCHANAN ROAD

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Light the Bay Preschool cost?

Light the Bay Preschool's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Light the Bay Preschool?

The acceptance rate of Light the Bay Preschool is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

Does Light the Bay Preschool offer a summer program?

Yes, Light the Bay Preschool offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

When is the application deadline for Light the Bay Preschool?

The application deadline for Light the Bay Preschool is Jun. 14 / rolling (applications are due on Jun. 14 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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The average private school tuition in Contra Costa County, CA is $17,948 for elementary schools and $27,388 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Contra Costa County, CA is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).