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We don't just teach the future, we nurture the journey. Kidspia is the conducive environment where your child's innate curiosity, progress, and extraordinary growth naturally unfold and evolve every single day

Orange County

Department of Education

About Us

Welcome to Kidspia Preschool

We believe every child deserves exceptional education and care during their foundational years. Choosing the right school for your child is a crucial decision, and we're here to provide a safe, comfortable, nurturing, and peaceful environment for children aged 24 months to 5 years.

Our Journey and Growth

Kidspia Preschool was founded in 2019 with a simple, powerful vision: to redefine early childhood education. We haven't sought rapid expansion; instead, we have focused on growing slowly, thoughtfully, and deliberately. This approach allows us to ensure that our core values quality of care, depth of curriculum, and attention to detail are maintained as we evolve. We are proud of the steady progress we've made in building a trusted community for our families.

Where Learning Comes to Life

At Kidspia, we believe that children learn best when they are fully engaged in meaningful experiences that naturally encourage lifelong learning.

Our core focus is on creating an environment that sparks curiosity, problem-solving, creativity, perseverance, and communication. We actively encourage children to explore new concepts both inside and outside the classroom, and to collaborate with their teachers and peers to pursue their unique intellectual interests.

The Power of Observation

Our dedicated teachers prioritize understanding each child’s unique needs and observing their play to develop personalized opportunities for growth. We firmly believe the learning process should center on "how to think," rather than "what to think." We intentionally give our children the time and space required to develop these essential, transferable skills.

A Welcoming, Balanced Community

We believe that laughter and leisure are just as important as academic achievement. We work hard to cultivate a welcoming and inclusive community where every child feels truly valued, secure, and supported as they take their first big steps into the world of learning.

We invite you to join the Kidspia family and grow with us.

Contact Us

Address

917 S Newhope St

Santa Ana CA 92704

Contact

213. 435.5636

Opening Hours

Mon - Fri

7:30 am – 6:00 pm

kids@kidspiapreschool.com

@kidspia_preschool

100 Languages

What children learn does not follow as an automatic result from what is taught, rather, it is in large part due to the children’s own doing, as a consequence of their activities and our resources.
—Loris Malaguzzi, The Hundred Languages of Children

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Philosophy

At Kidspia Preschool, our philosophy is deeply rooted in constructivism and beautifully inspired by the globally renowned Reggio Emilia Approach.

We believe that early education should not just prepare a child for school, but for a lifetime of passionate discovery.

1. Nurturing the Whole Child: Nature, Connection, and SEL
We have a strong mission to return nature back to childhood. In our modern world, connecting with the natural environment is not a luxury, but an essential foundation for the well-being and holistic development of every young child.

Our commitment extends to Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and Conscious Parenting philosophies. We recognize that true growth happens in a nurturing space where children feel safe, respected, and understood. This focus provides children with the vital tools they need to navigate emotions, build resilience, and thrive both socially and academically.

2. The Power of the '100 Languages'
Our learning environment is intentionally designed to be rich with opportunity a place where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and construct knowledge in ways that deepen their own unique understanding.

We firmly believe that every child possesses '100 languages' of expression from drawing and building to music and movement. Children at Kidspia are encouraged to pursue their cognitive curiosity through a variety of modes of learning, ensuring that each child's voice is heard, valued, and amplified.

3. A Collaborative Ecosystem
We see learning not as a passive reception of facts, but as a dynamic, collaborative process. We foster meaningful relationships between the children and the community and environment around them.

Our approach is grounded in making your child's learning journey visible. We meticulously document their progress capturing moments of wonder, insight, and problem-solving and sharing these daily through digital platforms and inspiring classroom displays.

Ultimately, our goal is to create meaningful conversations between the child, the parent, and the teacher. We believe this strong, transparent partnership between home and school is the essential catalyst for our students to develop the skills and confidence they need to become enthusiastic lifelong learners in the world around them.

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Our Programs

Teddy Bear

(24 - 36 months)

Nurturing the Young Scientist (2-3yr)
Toddlers, typically between the ages of two and three, are simply bursting with energy and insatiable curiosity. They possess a powerful drive to touch, examine, and discover everything, eagerly engaging in their own small experiments from thrillingly climbing stairs to thoroughly investigating how materials fit together. These little ones truly embody budding scientists, continuously observing and absorbing information from their ever-evolving surroundings.

At Kidspia Preschool, we don't try to contain this energy; we channel it. Recognizing their deep need for exploration and movement, our program provides a safe and intentionally prepared environment rich with open-ended materials (our 'third teacher'). Our teachers act as partners and researchers, closely observing their spontaneous interests and gently guiding these moments into rich, collaborative project work that respects their unique pace. We give them the time, space, and materials necessary for their discoveries to unfold naturally, fostering essential communication and social-emotional growth alongside their motor and cognitive gains.

Polar Bear

(3-4 years old)

Between the ages of three and four, children undergo significant development. Their physical skills continue to advance, making them more coordinated in their movements, allowing them to run, jump, hop, and manipulate objects with precision. Cognitive growth is evident as they develop a more logical way of thinking and engage deeply in imaginative play. Socially, they begin to form friendships and practice cooperative play, marking an exciting stage of increased independence and self-awareness.

At Kidspia, we translate this rapid development into purposeful learning. Recognizing their emerging coordination and complex thinking, we offer long-term Reggio-inspired projects that require sustained focus and problem-solving, building upon their budding logic. Crucially, our environment intentionally fosters collaborative opportunities where they can practice sharing, negotiation, and emotional expression with peers. Teachers facilitate these interactions, treating the classroom as a vibrant social ecosystem where their physical, cognitive, and social foundations are intentionally strengthened for future success.

Panda Bear

(4-5 years old)

Preschoolers between the ages of four and five embark on a journey of remarkable developmental milestones. Emotionally, they navigate a broader spectrum of feelings while actively forging new friendships, and their imaginative play flourishes, becoming more complex and captivating. Cognitive development blossoms as they develop an affinity for early numeracy and a growing fascination with enthralling stories. Physically, they thrive in active movement and sophisticated play.

At Kidspia, we focus on integrating these skills into meaningful inquiry. Recognizing their expanding capacity for logic and storytelling, we immerse children in collaborative, long-term projects that demand both numerical understanding (counting, comparing) and expressive communication. Activities like reading, dramatic play, and turn-taking games are intentionally used to nurture their ability to negotiate social situations and articulate their complex ideas. We empower these confident learners to lead their own inquiries, ensuring their cognitive, social, and emotional growth is fully supported as they prepare for the next stage of their education.