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Irvine United Church Early Childhood Center

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

4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92604

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
5
Last visit
9/18/2025
Total visits
12

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

Irvine United Church Early Childhood Center has served the Irvine community for 40 years with a constructivist curriculum combining Reggio, Montessori, and Waldorf approaches. The center offers programs for toddlers through kindergarten with hands-on, play-based learning.

Philosophy
Young children learn best through hands-on experiences. The center combines Reggio-Student Led Exploration, Montessori (Independence, Practical Life Skills), and Waldorf (Creative Expression) approaches to foster wonder, inspire learning, and promote positive social, emotional, and academic growth.
Ages served
18 months through 5 years (Toddler-Twos: 18-32 months; Early Preschool: 32-36 months; Preschool: 3 years; Pre-Kindergarten: 3.6 years; Junior Kindergarten: 4 years; Private Kindergarten: 5 years)
Outdoor
Children have opportunities to explore and role-play outside
Meals
Organic Meals & Farm-to-Table
Religious
Irvine United Church

Programs

  • •Toddler-Twos (18-32 months) with potty training
  • •Early Preschool (32-36 months)
  • •Preschool (3 years)
  • •Pre-Kindergarten (3.6 years)
  • •Junior Kindergarten (4 years)
  • •Private Kindergarten (5 years)

Highlights

  • ✓40 years serving the Irvine community
  • ✓Small class sizes and low student-teacher ratios
  • ✓Farm-to-table organic meals
  • ✓Hands-on, inquiry-based learning with real-life connections

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