Bethlehem Community Early Chil (2026 Profile)

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Bethlehem Community Early Chil

925 Balour Dr
Encinitas, CA 92024

Tel: (760) 753-2471

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Our NAEYC accredited preschool offers a balanced program wtih opportuity for your child to grow as an individual in all areas of development.

The first steps away from home are made comfortable, with caring adults who are trained to meet your child's individual needs- in a safe, healthful environment.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 180 students
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Evangelical Lutheran Education Association (ELEA)
National Association for the Education of Young Children

Religious Affiliation

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Year Founded

1974

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

180 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

33%

State avg.: 51%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

24 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Please contact school for tuition info.

Admissions Director

Gail Winterbourne

Admissions Associate

Kai Higgins

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

Art Studio and Art SpecialistMusic Program

Source: Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 180 students
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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