Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Christian Preschool & Child Care in Lemon Grove, CA
Christian Church of Lemon Grove Preschool has been a trusted provider of early childhood education and care since 1975. Our program, rooted in Christian values, offers a nurturing environment where children from Lemon Grove and surrounding communities explore learning through play, creativity, and spiritual growth. With a dedicated team of educators certified in CPR and First Aid, we design age-appropriate curricula that emphasize hands-on experiences, social-emotional development, and a love for God's creation.Our commitment to quality care spans over four decades, serving infants through school-age children with structured programs that balance academic readiness, physical activity, and faith-based teachings. We maintain a strong focus on individualized attention, ensuring each child develops confidence, problem-solving skills, and a foundation for lifelong learning.
Services
Preschool Program
School Age Care
Nursery Services
Enrichment Program
Summer Activities
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer a Christian-based curriculum since 1975 with certified staff in CPR and First Aid.
- Our play-based learning combines structured activities with academic readiness.
- We serve children aged 6 weeks to 11 years with individualized attention.
- Our programs follow Lemon Grove School District calendar with summer enrichment.
- We maintain a 45+ year legacy of community service through quality child care.
Services
Preschool Program
Our preschool program offers age-appropriate learning through play-based activities, Bible stories, and hands-on exploration. Children develop social skills, academic readiness, and spiritual awareness in a nurturing environment. Certified teachers create weekly thematic units aligned with Christian values.
School Age Care
School Age Care provides homework assistance, enrichment activities, and supervised play for children up to 11 years old. Services include transportation from local schools and follow the Lemon Grove School District calendar with summer extensions.
Nursery Services
Nursery services cater to infants and toddlers with full-time care focused on developmental milestones. Staff provides individualized attention to basic needs while introducing early learning concepts in a safe, loving environment.
Enrichment Program
The Enrichment Program runs September through June with structured activities including music, art, science exploration, and physical development. Summer sessions offer water play, guest programs, and extended learning opportunities aligned with our educational philosophy.
Summer Activities
Summer activities include themed days, water play, and special guests like CYT Theater. Programs maintain educational continuity while offering fun experiences that align with our play-based learning approach and Christian values.
People
Lynn Leavitt
Director & SAC Teacher
Lynn has led our preschool since 1991, holding a California State Preschool Teacher Credential. She combines professional expertise with personal commitment to Christian education, overseeing daily operations and school-age programs.
Christina
Pre-K Teacher
Christina specializes in preparing children for kindergarten through structured learning activities and Bible-based teachings. She creates engaging environments that foster academic and spiritual growth for preschoolers.
Angela
Nursery Teacher
Angela cares for infants and toddlers with gentle guidance, focusing on early development and foundational learning experiences that align with our Christian educational philosophy.
Kailee
Nursery Teacher
Kailee provides nurturing care for young children, implementing age-appropriate activities that promote sensory development and early learning in a safe, loving environment.
Lyz
3 Year-Olds Teacher
Lyz specializes in early childhood education for three-year-olds, designing interactive lessons that balance play, learning, and spiritual development through hands-on exploration and Bible stories.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We serve children from 6 weeks old through 11 years, offering infant care, preschool programs, and school-age child care services.
What curriculum do you use?
Our teachers create monthly themes with Bible stories, memory verses, and age-appropriate academic concepts. Curriculum includes art, science, math, and social-emotional learning through play.
Are meals provided?
We provide nutritious snacks daily. Parents supply lunches for full-day programs. Our staff accommodates special dietary needs with parental guidance.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday-Friday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM year-round, with nursery care available from 7:15 AM - 5:15 PM daily.
Do you accept government assistance?
Yes, we accept payments from YMCA, CDA, MYCCN (military), and PCG programs as well as private payments for all our services.
