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Shine Preschool Center

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

12832 Knott Street, Garden Grove, CA 92841

Visit website ↗(714) 443-1284Directions ↗Licensed for 48
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
6/7/2022
Total visits
2

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

Shine Preschool Center is an award-winning early childhood education provider with three campuses in Anaheim, Garden Grove, and Chino, offering developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum in a Christ-centered environment. The center serves children ages 2-5 with full-day and half-day program options across three age-based programs.

Philosophy
Early childhood education should be joyful. Developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum that blends structured learning with open-ended play, nurturing kindergarten readiness through STEAM activities, early literacy, social-emotional learning, and creative arts.
Ages served
2-5 years (Toddler Exploration: 2-3 yrs, Preschool Prep: 3-4 yrs, Pre-K Kindergarten Ready: 4-5 yrs)
Hours
Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 6 PM
Outdoor
Playground available
Religious
Christ-centered environment with weekly chapel, daily bible verses, and worship to build spiritual and moral foundation

Programs

  • •Toddler Exploration (2-3 years)
  • •Preschool Prep (3-4 years)
  • •Pre-K Kindergarten Ready (4-5 years)
  • •Full-day programs
  • •Half-day programs

Highlights

  • ✓Voted Best Preschool 2025 at all 3 campuses
  • ✓12:1 student-to-teacher ratio
  • ✓Licensed educators with degrees in child development
  • ✓Real-time updates via Brightwheel app

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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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