Business Details
33 Years
experience
Christ-Centered Preschool Education in Laguna Hills
LCC Preschool has been an integral part of the Laguna Hills community for over three decades, dedicated to providing Christ-centered early childhood education. Our mission is to nurture young children spiritually, intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically through a Reggio Emilia-inspired approach. We believe every child is a unique individual capable of active learning, supported by qualified teachers who guide intentional exploration aligned with California preschool learning foundations.Our environment fosters creativity through dedicated enrichment spaces for art, musical theater, and culinary arts. Accredited by ACSI, we combine faith with academic excellence while maintaining strong family engagement through detailed observation documentation and regular communication. With flexible scheduling options and extended care programs, we prepare children for kindergarten through both structured learning and organic discovery experiences.
Services
Faith-Based Curriculum
Reggio Emilia Approach
Art Enrichment
Musical Theater
Culinary Arts
Chapel Services
Extended Care
Parent Communication
Observation Documentation
Kindergarten Preparation
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of community-focused early childhood education experience
- Our Reggio Emilia-inspired approach emphasizes child-led, teacher-guided learning
- ACSI accreditation ensures academic and spiritual excellence standards
- Dedicated enrichment spaces for art, music, and culinary exploration
- Flexible scheduling with extended care options for working families
Associations and certifications
- ACSI
What people say
Nurturing teachers
Excellent curriculum
Strong faith focus
Clean facilities
Great communication
Services
Faith-Based Curriculum
Our Christ-centered program integrates spiritual development with academic learning through daily chapel services, Bible stories, and faith-based values. Teachers incorporate scripture into classroom activities while maintaining California preschool learning standards. The curriculum nurtures children's spiritual growth through age-appropriate biblical teachings and worship experiences.
Reggio Emilia Approach
This student-driven methodology emphasizes exploration and discovery through hands-on projects guided by children's interests. Teachers document learning processes using observations, photographs, and portfolios to track developmental progress. The environment serves as a 'third teacher' with carefully designed indoor and outdoor learning spaces that encourage curiosity and creativity.
Art Enrichment
Weekly art classes with a master instructor explore diverse media including painting, sculpture, and mixed materials. Children develop fine motor skills while expressing their understanding of concepts through visual arts. The program emphasizes process over product, encouraging self-expression and creative problem-solving in a dedicated art studio space.
Musical Theater
Specialist-led sessions combine music, dance, and drama to develop self-confidence and emotional intelligence. Children engage in puppetry, vocal exercises, and movement activities that enhance language development and social skills. The Kodaly method teaches musical concepts through playful, interactive experiences tailored to early childhood development stages.
Culinary Arts
Hands-on cooking activities integrate science and math concepts through measuring, mixing, and food experiments. Children explore nutrition while developing sensory awareness and social skills during communal meal preparation. Lessons incorporate seasonal ingredients and cultural foods to broaden world awareness through practical life experiences.
People
Brenda
Preschool Director
With over 15 years in early childhood education and a Human Development degree, Brenda leads our team in creating nurturing learning environments that honor each child's unique potential through faith-based instruction.
Julie-Jaleh Molavi
Art Teacher
This accomplished artist and educator brings decades of creative experience, teaching children to draw and paint from real-life objects while fostering confidence through artistic expression in our dedicated art studio.
Elissa Kaplan Senter
Music/Theater Teacher
A Broadway-trained educator with teaching credentials in multiple states, Elissa combines musical theater techniques with early literacy development through her innovative program integrating puppetry, dance, and vocal instruction.
Questions
What ages do you serve?
We accept children aged 2-5 with flexible scheduling options for half-day and full-day programs.
Is your program faith-based?
Yes, we're a Christ-centered preschool offering daily chapel services and Bible-based teachings integrated into our curriculum.
What enrichment programs are included?
Our curriculum includes weekly art, musical theater, and cooking classes with specialist instructors in dedicated enrichment spaces.
Do you offer extended care?
Yes, we provide early morning care starting at 7:30 AM and afternoon care until 4:00 PM with additional lunch bunch options.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use Brightwheel for daily updates, maintain regular parent-teacher conferences, and share classroom documentation through email communications.
Are you accredited?
Yes, we're accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and hold California state licensing #300605642.
