About
O.C. Kids.
A family-owned Montessori-inspired preschool and infant care center rooted in Garden Grove for over 20 years.
Three Decades of Nurturing Little Minds.
O.C. Kids Preschool was founded in 2004 with a simple belief: every child deserves a safe, loving, and stimulating environment in which to grow. What started as a small family-run center in Garden Grove has grown into one of Orange County's most trusted early childhood education programs.
Drawing on Montessori principles, we build curriculum around each child's natural curiosity — encouraging independence, creativity, and a genuine love of learning from the very first day.
Today we serve infants as young as 6 weeks through school-age children up to 12 years, with programs spanning infant care, toddler, Junior Pre-K, Pre-K, Transitional Kindergarten, and before & after school care.
Child-Led. Teacher-Guided. Family-Centered.
We believe the best learning happens when children feel safe, respected, and free to explore. Our Montessori-inspired approach puts children at the center — letting their interests guide discovery while our trained teachers provide just the right amount of structure and support.
Families are our partners. We keep parents informed with daily updates, open-door communication, and regular opportunities to engage with their child's learning journey.
Our Core Values.
Safety First
Every decision we make starts with your child's safety. From our closed-circuit cameras to our 4:1 infant ratio and foam-padded play yards, we engineer security into everything.
Curiosity-Driven Learning
Children learn best through exploration. Our Montessori-inspired curriculum follows each child's natural curiosity with hands-on materials, outdoor spaces, and themed projects.
Community & Family
We're not just a school — we're a community. For over 20 years, Garden Grove and Anaheim families have trusted us as true partners in raising confident, compassionate children.
Manil Gunasekara
Director of Curriculum — O.C. Kids Preschool. Manil leads curriculum development and daily operations across our Garden Grove campus, bringing years of early childhood education expertise to every program. She holds a Site Supervisor Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and oversees the team of credentialed educators serving our infant, toddler, and preschool programs.
State Licensed Child Care Center
O.C. Kids Preschool is a fully licensed California child care center operating under License No. 304371707, issued by the California Department of Social Services. We are an equal opportunity provider and employer committed to serving all families in our community.
Dedicated Teachers. Passionate Caregivers.
Every member of our team is carefully screened, trained in early childhood education, and genuinely passionate about helping children thrive. Our low staff-to-child ratios mean every child gets the attention they deserve.
Come See Us in Person.
We'd love to show you around. Schedule a tour and meet our team — we're located at 11362 Brookhurst St, Garden Grove, CA 92840.