Kida is a nonsectarian special education school located in the Irvine Business Complex, serving undergraduate students in a midsize city community.
Founded in 2008, the school currently enrolls 14 students with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 supported by three teachers.
The student body is diverse, with 70 percent students of color represented in the enrollment.
Kida operates as a co–educational program focused solely on special education within the Irvine, CA area.
The school's small enrollment size and low student–teacher ratio provide a personalized learning environment in a city setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
Year Founded
2008
Student Body
Total Students
14 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
70%
State avg.: 51%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Kida?
The application deadline for Kida is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Kida located?
Kida is located in the Irvine Business Complex neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 5 other private schools located in Irvine Business Complex.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Kida is Westcliff Preparatory Academy (0.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Irvine Montessori School (0.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Irvine Montessori School
Montessori School
17575 Cartwright Rd
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 752-7217
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 752-7217
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 84 students
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Special Program Emphasis
17877 Von Karman Ave, Suite 400
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 617-0626
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 617-0626
0.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 4 students Avg. class size: 5 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kiddie Academy Of Irvine
Daycare / Preschool
16655 Noyes Ave
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 660-0005
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 660-0005
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 92 students
Milestones Montessori Of Irvine
Montessori School
16601 Armstrong Ave
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 553-0555
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 553-0555
1 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 171 students
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