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Kiddie Academy Of Costa Mesa

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

1815 Anaheim Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Visit website ↗(949) 287-6261Directions ↗Licensed for 94
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
8/22/2025
Total visits
5

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Kiddie Academy of Costa Mesa serves children from 6 weeks through 12 years old with programs including infant, toddler, preschool, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and summer camp. The academy uses a proprietary Life Essentials curriculum focused on six developmental outcomes and emphasizes safety, health, and family communication.

Philosophy
We are a company that nurtures, educates, and inspires children for the future through our proprietary Life Essentials curriculum, which is designed to focus on the six outcomes that prepare children for life.
Ages served
6 weeks to 12 years old (Infant: 6 weeks to 12 months; Toddler: 13 to 24 months; Early Preschool: 2-Year-Olds; Preschool: 3-Year-Olds; Pre-Kindergarten: 4-Year-Olds; Kindergarten: 5-Year-Olds; Summer Camp: 2 to 12-Year-Olds)
Hours
6:30am - 6:30pm
Outdoor
Webcams on the playground; outdoor activities included in summer camp program
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, and Snack included in tuition

Programs

  • •Infant daycare
  • •Toddler daycare
  • •Early Preschool
  • •Preschool
  • •Pre-Kindergarten
  • •Kindergarten
  • •Summer Camp (CampVentures)

Highlights

  • ✓Webcams in every classroom and on the playground
  • ✓Secure entry with authorized pick-up procedures
  • ✓Brand new facility with all new equipment
  • ✓Life Essentials proprietary curriculum focused on six developmental outcomes

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