Lighthouse Christian Preschool

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Summary

Contact Info

Lighthouse Christian Preschool
510 S. El Camino Real
Encinitas , CA  92024
www.elcaminocf.com

Tel: (760) 942-8500
Fax: (760) 942-9383

Director: Niki Tellechea, Director
ntellechea@elcaminocf.com

General Approach to Learning

Play-based
Check Mark Play-based with some structure
Predominantly teacher-led instruction
Montessori
Waldorf
Co-op
Reggio-Emilia

Application Information

Applications accepted 2 through 5 years and potty trained, children, except those exempt by religious beliefs or medical situations, must have a copy of their up-to-date immunization records at their time of admittance.
Wait list No

Key Statistics

Total enrollment 35
Student/teacher ratio 10:1
Age cutoff for enrollment 2 years
Extended day Yes
School year Year round program

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. Five Stars
Development of social skills and work habits Three and Half Stars
Home-school connection Three and Half Stars
Parent community Two and Half Star
Discipline Five Stars
Facilities Four And Half Stars
Health Four And Half Stars
Safety Four And Half Stars
Handling of separation Five Stars

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  2

Director survey: Yes

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Basic Stats

Total enrollment 35
Student/teacher ratio 10:1
Established 2002

% of teachers with:

- CPR 100%
- First aid 100%

Transportation and Drop-off Policies

Transportation

- Parents bring their children to and from school


Dropoff Procedure

- Parents walk their child into the classroom

- 7:30 AM is the earliest time a parent can drop off a child

Late Pickup Policy: $5.00 a minute after 5:30pm

Features of the Preschool

Provide a third year Yes
Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program No
Affiliated with a religious institution Yes
Teach religious concepts Yes

Accreditation, Membership & Awards

Other Memberships

ACSI

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.8) Four And Half Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Five Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Four And Half Stars

Facilities Include:

Classrooms (with bathroom attached) Check
Classrooms (with kitchenette attached)
Music room
Art room
Library
LARGE INDOOR PLAYROOM Check
Playground Check

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

"Mission Statement
At the Lighthouse Christian Preschool, our goal is to meet the spiritual, academic, emotional, physical and social needs of the children through a Biblically integrated curriculum. We work to provide a safe and loving environment where each child is encouraged to know and experience God's love personally. LCP's staff is committed to develop, nurture and equip children to positively impact their world for Jesus Christ."
Excerpted from the preschool's website



Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

"7:30 -- 8:30 Free choice of centers.
8:30 -- 9:00 Outside fun.
9:00 -- 9:30 Wash up, potty and have our morning snack.
9:30 --10:00 Welcome, Good Morning Song, Bible verse,
Calendar, Concept of the Day, and Bible.
10:00--10:30 Younger students have inside learning while
older group has outside time.
10:30--11:00 Younger have outdoor activities. The older group will have art, Math, dramatic play, manipulatives, and computers.
11:00--11:30 Clean up, potty time, music together and a story.
11:30--noon Lunch Bunch. Time to brush our teeth, make our beds, and of course, go potty.
12:00-12:30 Outdoors fun.
12:30--2:30 Bedtime story, prayers and the Nap Attack.
2:30--3:00 Rise and shine, Circle Time
3:00--3:15 Snack.
3:15--Closing P.M projects"
Excerpted from the preschool's website

Curriculum & Teaching Approach

General Approach to Learning

Play-based
Play-based with some structure
Predominantly teacher-led instruction
Montessori
Waldorf
Co-op
Reggio-Emilia

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (3.8) Three and Half Stars
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions Four Stars
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
 Three Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Four Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence Four Stars

Curriculum and Teaching Approach

Free Play Free Play Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure
Language YES
Oral language - Free play with some structure - - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Storybook reading - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - - - - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - Free play with some structure Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Time & space - - - - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - - - - YES
Music - - - - YES
Visual arts - - - - YES
Physical activity Free play - - - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching



Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.



Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.8) Three and Half Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Three Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Four Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Three and Half Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Four Stars
Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year Four And Half Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Four Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Pre-entry meetings with parents at school
- Extra staff dedicated to handle separation

Drop-in Policy

- During school parents are welcomed as the school has an open door policy

General Parent Education

-This preschool does not conduct parent education classes

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (2.5) Two and Half Star

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Two or More Regular Conferences

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Parents' Opinions
Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children: are handled extraordinarily well in a way that not only gives me confidence in the safety of my child but also reassures me that my child (and his/her peers) are learning the early skills needed to socialize effectively with one another

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
it is a brand new facility and is fresh and clean.

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.8) Four And Half Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Five Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Four And Half Stars

Food Allergies

- We do not allow certain foods in the classroom

- We keep special snacks for allergic children

- We ask parents to provide child-safe snacks for their allergic child

Medications

- We keep their medication on hand at all times

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.8) Four And Half Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Five Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Four And Half Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages Class Size Days Tuition
From 2 years to
5 years 60 months 		19 $330/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 60 months 		19 $330/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 60 months 		19 $420/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 60 months 		19 $470/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 60 months 		19 $615/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 60 months 		19 $235/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 60 months 		19 $420/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 60 months 		19 $235/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 60 months 		19 $470/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 		19 $470/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 		19 $420/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 		19 $330/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 		19 $235/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 		19 $470/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 		19 $420/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 		19 $330/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 		19 $235/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 		19 $615/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 		19 $545/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 		19 $425/Month
From 2 years to
5 years 		19 $310/Month

Extended Care

- This school does have extended care

Notes on Schedule and Extended Care

Notes

"The Drop In rate is $5.00 per hour.
Drop-Ins
7:30-5:30
The minimum prepayment fees are:
Drop In Care only = $100"
Excerpted from the preschool's website

Calendar Year

School Year

Year round program

Application & Admissions

Application Process

Applications are accepted: 2 through 5 years and potty trained, children, except those exempt by religious beliefs or medical situations, must have a copy of their up-to-date immunization records at their time of admittance.

There is no wait list for upcoming school year.

Parent visits tours are: Recommended

Child interview process: Possible, at school's discretion

Parent interview process:

Application fee: $100.00

Admissions Process

Acceptance criteria: Diversity  

Notification occurs: Immediately

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 2 years to enroll.

Child must be potty trained to enroll.

Inquiries accepted from January -1 onwards.

Kindergarten Placement & Tips



Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.



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