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KidWorks operates an award-winning, state-licensed preschool for students living in Santa Ana. In Santa Ana, only 44% of children enter Kindergarten developmentally ready, making preschool vital to a child’s future.
Through a balance of academics and play-based learning, KidWorks preschool provides students the opportunity to build the necessary physical, social, emotional, and academic skills essential for success in kindergarten and beyond.
A child’s positive self-concept and attitude toward learning is foundational to academic success.
Dynamic learning stations allow for students to explore, learn and gain the skills needed to reason, think critically and problem solve.
KidWorks partners with parents in their child’s education and serve as a trusted resource.
KidWorks leverages partnerships with organizations including Families Together, PBS, StartWell, and SAUSD to provide additional resources for students.
Time: 8am – 11am or 12pm – 3pm
Grades: 3 and 4 (must be 3 or 4 years of age by December 1, 2026)
Cost: Free – Must qualify under CA Schedule of Income Ceiling
“I heard so many good recommendations about the preschool from a lot of parents.The staff prioritized an authentic relationship with me and my child, Jordania.
She has learned self-regulation, communication, waiting her turn and staying focused. Jordania is also becoming confident about navigating the world outside our home and how to develop friendships and confidence through play.
Jordania M. , Preschool Parent
“Growing up, I was eating, sleeping KidWorks – my whole world was KidWorks. I loved it so much that I let myself open up. I was comfortable. There were people that I knew since preschool up until high school. I was so comfortable knowing staff and the people in class that it motivated me to volunteer and take advantage of every bit of KidWorks programming from camping to college programming.”
Yosely Ocampo, Class of 2008
“Parents should enroll their students at KidWorks because they’re going to get a lot of support with academics and advice. Everyone here is very welcoming. They treat you like family!”
Jesse Cadena, Class of 2009
“My preschool teachers helped me understand and feel that everything was going to be okay. I learned that it’s okay to step into something new, because they’re always going to be there for me, even as I step into new stages of life.”
Michelle Martinez, Class of 2010