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Lighthouse Christian School and Childcare Center

525 Highland Ave
South Portland, ME 04106

The purpose of Lighthouse Christian School and Child Care Center is to nurture all aspects of growth in children and to provide an atmosphere that encourages families to seek a closer personal relationship with Christ.

The Pre-School & Child Care Center is a ministry of the South Portland Church of the Nazarene as a service to the community.

At Lighthouse Christian School and Child Care Center, we offer full Day Pre-School and Childcare and before and/or after school care for children in grades K-5 attending Dyer, Brown, or Small public school.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 81 students
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
European Council for International Schools

Religious Affiliation

Other

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Year Founded

1973

Student Body

Total Students

81 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Students by Grade

Lighthouse Christian School and Childcare Center Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

10%

Average Class Size

10 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

School Motto: Nurturing Growth and Learning in Children

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Lighthouse Christian School and Childcare Center?

The application deadline for Lighthouse Christian School and Childcare Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Lighthouse Christian School and Childcare Center located?

Lighthouse Christian School and Childcare Center is located in the Knightville neighborhood of South Portland, ME.

School Reviews

5 8/31/2024

Great school! Everyone who works here rocks, and the kids all really grow in their development and independence!!

- Posted by Teacher - Lucy Reiss

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 81 students
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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