Our staff is more like a family here. Ms Elena, our Healh and Safety Coordinator, has been here for over 25 years, while our Director Lynn and Assistant Director Candice, both celebrated their 20 year anniversaries.
Eight of our current staff have had their children grow up while attending our center.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1980
Student Body
Total Students
20 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
73%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Welcome to South Coast KinderCare, we are conveniently located on the border of Costa Mesa and Santa Ana, just down the street from South Coast Plaza and the 405 freeway. We are excited to introduce you and your family to our family of teachers. We hope you will will enjoy many years with us as we watch your child grow and learn.
- Parents are provided with a code for the keypad entry for safety of our children. Each age group enjoys their own playground that is age specific and conducive to the growth of each age groups large motor skills.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Spanish
- NACCRRA, CalWorks, Children's Home Society and Orange County Department of Education - Refer Parents to: http://www.ocgov.com/childcare/financial.asp for information on how to enroll
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for South Coast KinderCare?
The application deadline for South Coast KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is South Coast KinderCare located?
South Coast KinderCare is located in the South Coast Metro neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to South Coast KinderCare is Calvary Chapel Schools Preschool-Highschool (0.3 miles away)
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Quick Facts
3800 S Fairview St
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 662-7485
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 662-7485
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,039 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
St. John The Baptist Catholic School ![St. John The Baptist Catholic School Photo]( "St. John The Baptist Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
1021 Baker St
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 557-5060
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 557-5060
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 553 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Christian Montessori School-costa Mesa
Montessori School (Christian)
2950 Mcclintock Way
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 57 students Avg. class size: 10 students
International Christian Montessori Academy
Montessori School (Christian)
2950 Mcclintock Way
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 90 students Avg. class size: 20 students
Giant Step Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
758 Saint Clair St
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 540-1775
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 540-1775
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 44 students
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Miles
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3800 S Fairview St
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 662-7485
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 662-7485
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,039 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
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Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 754-7711
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 754-7711
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(949) 252-9275
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(949) 252-9275
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Gr: K-12 | 2 students
17875 Von Karman, Suite 200
Irvine, CA 92614
(877) 673-8893
Irvine, CA 92614
(877) 673-8893
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Gr: 4-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
3800 S Fairview St
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 662-7485
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 662-7485
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,039 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
St. John The Baptist Catholic School ![St. John The Baptist Catholic School Photo]( "St. John The Baptist Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
1021 Baker St
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 557-5060
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 557-5060
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 553 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Christian Montessori School-costa Mesa
Montessori School (Christian)
2950 Mcclintock Way
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 57 students Avg. class size: 10 students
International Christian Montessori Academy
Montessori School (Christian)
2950 Mcclintock Way
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 90 students Avg. class size: 20 students
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Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 549-3803
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 549-3803
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Miles
Quick Facts
3800 S Fairview St
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 662-7485
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 662-7485
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,039 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
St. John The Baptist Catholic School ![St. John The Baptist Catholic School Photo]( "St. John The Baptist Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
1021 Baker St
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 557-5060
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 557-5060
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 553 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Christian Montessori School-costa Mesa
Montessori School (Christian)
2950 Mcclintock Way
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 57 students Avg. class size: 10 students
International Christian Montessori Academy
Montessori School (Christian)
2950 Mcclintock Way
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 90 students Avg. class size: 20 students
Giant Step Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
758 Saint Clair St
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 540-1775
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 540-1775
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 44 students
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(714) 558-3400
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 558-3400
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(714) 241-5000
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(714) 241-5000
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(714) 430-5800
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(714) 424-7945
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(714) 435-3700
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