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Lil' Lighthouse Preschool

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

301 Magnolia Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Visit website ↗(949) 631-7294Directions ↗Licensed for 75
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
7/2/2025
Total visits
4

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Lil' Lighthouse Preschool builds a foundation for lifelong learning while encouraging spiritual growth and developing children spiritually, mentally, physically, and socially. The school offers preschool and transitional kindergarten programs with a curriculum focused on discovering learning, developing educational success tools, and celebrating spiritual growth.

Philosophy
Building the foundation that allows your child to discover learning, develop the tools for future educational success and celebrate spiritual growth. The school encourages the child's awareness of the love of God, stimulates curiosity and creativity, develops a love, respect and acceptance for others, and allows each child to develop at their own pace.
Religious
Christian

Programs

  • •Preschool
  • •Transitional Kindergarten
  • •Summer Camp

Highlights

  • ✓Director holds Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Education Specialist Credential from California State University at Long Beach
  • ✓Spiritual growth integrated into curriculum
  • ✓Monthly curriculum newsletters provided

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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