Mariners Church Preschool
5001 Newport Coast Drive, Irvine, CA
Light of Christ Lutheran Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 64
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $608
- year first licensed
- 1981
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About Light of Christ Lutheran Preschool
Light of Christ Lutheran Preschool is a licensed child care center in Irvine, California. The state has licensed it since January 5, 1981, for up to 64 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 5:15 PM. It describes a Faith-based and Play-based approach, with drop-in / hourly care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care. It lists monthly tuition from $608 to $1,180.
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 6 visits since Mar 2022, with 2 Type A and 1 Type B citation.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 2 to 6 years old
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 64 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:45 AM to 5:15 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:45 AM to 5:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:45 AM to 5:15 PM |
| Thursday | 7:45 AM to 5:15 PM |
| Friday | 7:45 AM to 5:15 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 2 to 6 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Drop-in / hourly care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Lutheran), Play-based |
| Staff-to-child ratio | 1:4 Tiny Tots; 1:6 other classes |
| Daily life | Potty training: Not required for Tiny Tots and Bees classes. Extended care: Extended Day Program |
| Discounts | 10% tuition discount for second and third children |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Procare) |
| Licensed capacity | 64 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Light of Christ Lutheran Preschool lists monthly tuition from $608 to $1,180. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Orange County has a median price of $394 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Diapers/Pull-Ups, 7:45 am - 1:00 pm (Half Day Program), 2 Days | $608 |
| Diapers/Pull-Ups, 7:45 am - 1:00 pm (Half Day Program), 3 Days | $763 |
| Diapers/Pull-Ups, 7:45 am - 1:00 pm (Half Day Program), 4 Days | $1,012 |
| Diapers/Pull-Ups, 7:45 am - 1:00 pm (Half Day Program), 5 Days | $1,180 |
| Drop-In Rate, Potty Independent, 8:00 am to 1:00 pm | $60 a day |
| Drop-In Rate, Diaper/Pull-Up, 8:00 am to 1:00 pm | $80 a day |
| Drop-In Rate, Potty Independent, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | $95 a day |
| Drop-In Rate, Diaper/Pull-Up, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | $115 a day |
4 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$394
Home daycare$300
Toddler
Center$282
Home daycare$279
Preschool
Center$254
Home daycare$279
School age
Center$239
Home daycare$196
State record
Inspection reports for Light of Christ Lutheran Preschool
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 6 visits to Light of Christ Lutheran Preschool since Mar 2022. Its published counts show 2 Type A and 1 Type B citation across those visits.
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child care center
- Capacity
- 64 children
- First licensed
- 1981
- License number
- #300603211
Summary
6 visits since Mar 2022 · Last visit May 14, 2026
Type A citations 2 · Type B citations 1, as the state counts them
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- May 14, 2026Inspection
- Sep 26, 2025Inspection
- Oct 18, 2024Inspection
- May 17, 2024Visit
- Mar 17, 2023Inspection
- Mar 21, 2022Complaint investigationType A 2 · Type B 1
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FAQ
Questions about Light of Christ Lutheran Preschool
Is Light of Christ Lutheran Preschool licensed?
Yes. California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed January 5, 1981.
Does Light of Christ Lutheran Preschool have inspection violations?
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 6 visits to Light of Christ Lutheran Preschool since Mar 2022. Its published counts show 2 Type A and 1 Type B citation across those visits.
How many children can Light of Christ Lutheran Preschool care for?
64, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Light of Christ Lutheran Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 5:15 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Light of Christ Lutheran Preschool cost?
Monthly tuition from $608 to $1,180, as it lists it.
What is Light of Christ Lutheran Preschool's phone number?
(949) 786-3997.
Where is Light of Christ Lutheran Preschool?
18182 Culver Drive, Irvine, CA 92612. The nearest other daycare we list is Child's World Preschool, 0.1 miles away.