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Nmusd Whittier Preschool

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

1800 Whittier Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Visit website ↗(949) 515-6819Directions ↗Licensed for 72
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Licensing & safety record

✓ Clean licensing record

No citations or complaint visits on file with state licensing as of 2025-09-29. Last licensing visit: 8/22/2024 (2 total).

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

About this preschool

Whittier Preschool at Whittier Elementary School provides a nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environment for ages 3–4 with a focus on social-emotional development and kindergarten readiness through play-based learning. The program offers part-day and full-day year-round options with daily experiences including literacy, math, outdoor play, and social-emotional learning.

Philosophy
Supports children's social-emotional development, early academic skills, and kindergarten readiness through hands-on, play-based learning experiences. Learning takes place through a balance of whole-group instruction, small-group activities, hands-on exploration, and purposeful play.
Ages served
3–4 years old
Outdoor
Outdoor play and gross motor activities are part of the daily schedule
Meals
Snack and lunch included in daily schedule

Programs

  • •State Preschool - Part-Day Program (AM or PM)
  • •State Preschool - Full Day Year-Round Program

Highlights

  • ✓Play-based learning with hands-on exploration
  • ✓Focus on kindergarten readiness
  • ✓Regular family communication via ParentSquare and Learning Genie
  • ✓Cooperative learning and positive relationships

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