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Christ Church By The Sea Children's Center

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

1400 West Balboa, Newport Beach, CA 92661

Visit website ↗(949) 673-8233Directions ↗Licensed for 44
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
11/25/2025
Total visits
7

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 2025-12-08). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Christ Church by the Sea Children's Center, established in 1972, provides preschool and school-age programming in Newport Beach in partnership with Christ Church by the Sea. The center emphasizes a loving Christian atmosphere where children learn, play, and grow through active participation in developmentally appropriate activities.

Philosophy
Children need to be active participants in their learning. Activities are designed to promote specific competencies in emotional, physical, social and cognitive growth. The program helps children develop habits of observation, questioning and listening, providing a balanced education that invites them to be creative thinkers.
Religious
Christian atmosphere; works in partnership with Christ Church by the Sea (established 1932); treats each child as an individual unified by the love of Jesus Christ

Programs

  • •Preschool
  • •School-age programming

Highlights

  • ✓Teachers have two and four-year degrees in early childhood education with ongoing training
  • ✓All staff have current first aid/CPR certificates and background clearances
  • ✓Family-oriented, nurturing environment described as extended family
  • ✓Emphasis on play, exploration, and creative thinking

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