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St. John's Episcopal School Early Childhood Center

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Faith-based
Ages
Infants (0–2 yrs)
Teacher ratio
1:4 (CA min)

30382 Via Con Dios, Rancho Sta Margarita, CA 92688

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
11/8/2023
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

St. John's Episcopal School Early Childhood Division serves children ages 2-4 years old through Early Preschool, Preschool, and Pre-Kindergarten programs. The program focuses on whole-child development through social-emotional learning, STEAM-based activities, creative expression, outdoor education, and hands-on investigations.

Philosophy
Through creative expression, outdoor education, and hands-on investigations, the program focuses on the whole child and supports their social-emotional, cognitive, physical, and language development. Teachers make intentional curriculum choices to introduce children to activities that spark curiosity, offering open-ended exploration where students create, play, problem-solve, learn, and collaborate with peers.
Ages served
Early Preschool (2 years-old), Preschool (3 years-old), Pre-Kindergarten (4 years-old)
Outdoor
Outdoor education is a core component of the program. Children have access to ample outdoor equipment for practicing hand/eye coordination, climbing, running, bike riding, and gross motor skill development.
Religious
Episcopal

Programs

  • •Social-Emotional Learning (including Second Step program for PS and PK students)
  • •STEAM-based curriculum
  • •Weekly Chapel
  • •Music Class
  • •Fitness Fun classes
  • •Learning Commons story time

Highlights

  • ✓Part of an ECD-8th grade independent school community with access to larger school resources
  • ✓Focus on whole-child development across social-emotional, cognitive, physical, and language domains
  • ✓Open-ended, hands-on activities that encourage exploration and problem-solving
  • ✓Weekly enrichment classes including Chapel, Music, and Fitness Fun

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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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