Lutheran Saddleback Children's Center in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, serves 200 students in early childhood programs up to pre–kindergarten within an urban community.
Founded in 1983, the school operates under the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod with a religious affiliation classified as Other Religious.
The center maintains an average class size of 8 students and charges yearly tuition of $9,000 for its early learning programs.
Lutheran Saddleback Children's Center is a co–educational early childhood program and a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Located near other private early learning options, this center provides preschool education within a large town setting in Southern California.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,000
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1983
Student Body
Total Students
200 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Average Class Size
8 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: A family atmosphere with a focus on educational excellence and the beauty of God's creation.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lutheran Saddleback Children's Center cost?
Lutheran Saddleback Children's Center's tuition is approximately $9,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Lutheran Saddleback Children's Center?
The application deadline for Lutheran Saddleback Children's Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 2/14/2013
We started our three year old here about a year ago and could not be happier. The staff is attentive and kind to the kids and they always have fun activities planned for the kids. Sandy the Director is great, and the teaching staff are easy to talk to and communicate well about how your child is progressing. I NEVER worry my child is not being well cared.
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