Guiding Lake Havasu City`s Children Since 1985. Guiding Light provides: Quality education in a safe and nurturing environment, for the youth of our community.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-2
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,800
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-2
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1985
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
107 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
We offer a variety of different schedules. Tuition cost are based off of schedule.
Registration Fee: $100
Admissions Associate
Shanta Abbott
School Notes
- Guiding Light Christian Educational Center (GLCEC) and Guiding Light Christian Partnership (GLCP)provide a program of academic excellence for student`s age 1 year through 10 years old.
- We believe thechildren of today are our future. We teach children to become responsible adults who enjoy their work and their lives. Life skills are an important part of being successful in school, theworkplace and their lives. Among these skills are accepting responsibility for one's behavior, time management, problem solving, decision making, positive social behavior, the satisfaction of work well done and the enjoyment of continuous learning.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Guiding Light Christian Educational Center cost?
Guiding Light Christian Educational Center's tuition is approximately $7,800 for private students.
What schools are Guiding Light Christian Educational Center often compared to?
Guiding Light Christian Educational Center is often viewed alongside schools like Hilltop Learning Center Pre-School, Calvary Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
Does Guiding Light Christian Educational Center offer a summer program?
Yes, Guiding Light Christian Educational Center offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Guiding Light Christian Educational Center?
The application deadline for Guiding Light Christian Educational Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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