East County Christian Academy in Santee, CA offers early childhood education for grades PK and K with total enrollment of 54 students.
The school operates with one teacher, resulting in a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 54:1.
Located in an urban community, the school has a Christian religious affiliation and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International and the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
The program focuses on early childhood and daycare services in a large town setting near San Diego.
East County Christian Academy is one of several nearby early learning options, including BunnyBears Preschool and Learning Academy in the greater Santee area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
54 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are East County Christian Academy often compared to?
East County Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like BunnyBears Preschool Santee by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for East County Christian Academy?
The application deadline for East County Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: East County Christian Academy vs. BunnyBears Preschool Santee
The nearest high school to East County Christian Academy is Foothills Christian High School (5.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Learning Academy (1.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Santee KinderCare (1.4 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Santee KinderCare ![Santee KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom]( "Santee KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom")
Daycare / Preschool
9735 Cuyamaca St.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 562-3423
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 562-3423
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK
11646 Riverside Dr
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 938-0933
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 938-0933
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 86 students
Foothills Christian Elementary School
(African Methodist Episcopal)
10404 Lake Jennings Park Road
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 561-2295
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 561-2295
2.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 262 students Tuition listed
Montessori E City Presch And Kindergarten
Montessori School
9840 Maine Ave
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 561-0902
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 561-0902
2.9 miles
Gr: NS | 84 students
BunnyBears Preschool Santee ![BunnyBears Preschool Santee Photo - Social Dramatic play area]( "BunnyBears Preschool Santee Photo - Social Dramatic play area")
Daycare / Preschool
8559 Fanita Drive
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 449-1187
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 449-1187
3.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 43 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
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