Turtle Rock Preschool, KindergartenandAcademyisaprivatedevelopmental school thatfollowsastrongacademiccurriculum forchildren as young as8weeksthroughkindergarten,with afterschool careavailablethrough6thgrade.
Locally owned and familyoperated wehaveprovidedyear-roundcareof the highest qualityfor children inOrangeCountysince1979.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Acceptance rate: 60%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Turtle Rock Preschool & Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1979
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Aug 12, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
282 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
37%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
16 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Varies depending on program.
Acceptance Rate
60%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Crystal McNamara
Admissions Associate
Jasmin De La Cueva
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Choco Bear
Areas of academic importance include:earlylearningskillsinmath,language, art and science. We provideeachchildwiththenecessaryfoundation for school readiness.Inadditiontoacademics socialand emotional well-being alsoplaysasignificantrole ina child`sdevelopment. Ourcurriculum,variousactivitiesanddailyexperiences provide childrenwithopportunitiesforafun,enriching and exciting timewhiletheybuildrelationships.Wecreate a positiveenvironmentthatencourageschildren toexploretheir surroundings on adailybasis.Uponcompletion ofourprogram, we believethatthechildren`swell-roundedexperienceswill provide themthenecessarystrengthsfor emotional,social andacademicexcellence.
Our Goals and Objectives:
- To provide a warm, supportiveenvironmentforchildrenwheretheyreceive the nurturing andpositivereinforcementtheyneed todevelopto their fullpotential.
- To provide opportunities for being withotherchildreninasettingconducive to thedevelopmentofwholesomesocialrelationships.
- To provide appropriateandmeaningfulplayexperiencesthatcontribute to the developmentalneeds,interestsandabilitiesofthe child.
- To build important foundations forfuturereadingskillsandotheracademic pursuits such asscience,math,technologyandlanguages,recognizing that each childcomestolearningwithdistinct interestsand abilities andatvaryingrates.
Programs Offered:
Each of our programs providesastrongcurriculumwithdedicatedteaching
staff who are trainedandskilledto meetthespecificneeds of each age
group.
- Infant: Ages 8 weeks 12 months
- Young Toddler: Ages 12 24 months
- Toddler: Ages 2 3 years
- Preschool: Ages 3 4 years, and fully toilet-trained
- Pre-Kindergarten: Ages 4 5 years
- Kindergarten:Age-appropriateanddevelopmentallypreparedchildren
- After School Academy: 1st through 6th grade
- Summer Camp: Completed Kindergarten through 6th grade
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Turtle Rock Preschool & Kindergarten?
The acceptance rate of Turtle Rock Preschool & Kindergarten is 60%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. Turtle Rock Preschool & Kindergarten's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
Does Turtle Rock Preschool & Kindergarten offer a summer program?
Yes, Turtle Rock Preschool & Kindergarten offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Turtle Rock Preschool & Kindergarten's ranking?
Turtle Rock Preschool & Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Turtle Rock Preschool & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Turtle Rock Preschool & Kindergarten is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Turtle Rock Preschool & Kindergarten located?
Turtle Rock Preschool & Kindergarten is located in the Turtle Rock neighborhood of Irvine, CA.
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