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First Christian Pierside Preschool

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

1209 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Visit website ↗(714) 536-4111Directions ↗Licensed for 110
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
9/19/2024
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

Pierside Preschool offers programs for children ages 2 years 9 months through 5 years, including Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, and Transitional Kindergarten classes. The school emphasizes play-based learning, social-emotional growth, and foundational skills with a tagline of 'Where Excellence, Education, and Faith Unite.'

Philosophy
Programs are intentionally designed to support children at each stage of early development and prepare them for future academic success. Learning is not confined to the classroom; playgrounds are extensions of the educational philosophy where curiosity is nurtured, friendships are forged, and the joy of discovery knows no bounds.
Ages served
2 years 9 months (fully independent in restroom) through 5 years old
Outdoor
Multiple playgrounds including Thunderhead Climber Playground with age-appropriate climbing structures and slides, Adventure Playground with garden boxes, butterfly garden, outdoor library and quiet reading areas, and Slide Winder Playground with climbing structures, slides, swings, and sandboxes.
Religious
Christian

Programs

  • •Preschool (play-based learning, social-emotional growth)
  • •Pre-Kindergarten (early academic skills, independence, confidence)
  • •Transitional Kindergarten (bridge year with higher structure and intentional preparation)
  • •Spanish language lessons
  • •French language lessons
  • •Webby Dance
  • •Webby Gymnastics
  • •Soccer Shots
  • •Skate Dogs

Highlights

  • ✓Language enrichment (Spanish and French) included with full-day tuition
  • ✓Multiple playgrounds with intentional design for development
  • ✓Mostly organic snacks offered
  • ✓Extracurricular programs on campus led by specialized instructors

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Operating hours, School calendar/schedule, Teacher-student ratio, Meals/lunch options, Potty training requirements beyond full restroom independence. Ask the preschool directly.

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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