Seaside Costa Mesa

At Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool, we’re dedicated to providing your child with a rich and diverse educational experience that goes beyond traditional preschool learning. Our mission is to nurture young minds, encourage exploration, and foster a lifelong love of learning.

Why Choose Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool?

  • A World of Exploration: Our preschool is a gateway to a world of exploration and discovery. We believe in giving your child the opportunity to embrace the wonders of the world around them.
  • Early Literacy: Our pre-readiness education program sets the foundation for a lifelong love of books and reading.
  • Comprehensive Development: Through interactive play and engaging activities, your child will develop essential language, problem-solving, and social skills that will prepare them for a bright future.
  • Outdoor Adventures: We understand the importance of outdoor experiences. Our gardens and outdoor play areas offer a natural environment for your child to explore, learn, and connect with nature.
  • Language Immersion: Our Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool trained staff will prepare students to speak in English, Spanish and Mandarin Chinese.
  • STEM Learning: Our curriculum includes STEM lessons, starting as early as age 3, to ignite your child’s curiosity and interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
  • Organizational Skills: We instill organizational skills from an early age, empowering your child with the ability to be independent and responsible.
  • Inclusive Community: We embrace an inclusive community that supports every child, fostering a sense of belonging and acceptance.
  • Experienced Staff: Our dedicated teachers and administration provide expert guidance, encouraging your child to think creatively, innovate, and realize their full potential

Curriculum

Language

Students learn the necessary building blocks to take on Kindergarten reading. Children learn to recognize letters, sounds, and increase their vocabularies through stories.

Learning

We guide children to learn about the world around them by exploring nature, sorting objects, and making observations about their experiences. 

Leadership

Students are nurtured to be inquisitive leaders using the Leader in Me Program to instill the seven habits of highly successful people beginning in preschool.

Lifestyle

The Lifestyle of Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool makes way for a compassionate connection between educators, students, families and our community.

Our Learn and Play Classrooms

For more photos of our other classrooms and playground, click the button below!

Message From The Site Supervisor

A typical day at our preschool is a balance of education and play. We offer a variety of program schedules and extracurricular activities designed to meet the needs of today’s family. Our teachers are certified and all our staff are caring and dedicated to the children and the school.

We pride ourselves in the longevity of their careers. Please review the enclosed information and feel free to call with any questions you may have. At that time, we would be happy to set up an appointment for you to visit us.

I look forward to meeting you and your child.

Sincerely yours,

Perla Benitez 

Yelp Reviews

  •   I cannot say enough good things about Seaside. I spent a lot of time interviewing and visiting different programs before opting to enroll my daughter at Seaside and it's been... read more

    thumb Karina R.
    7/26/2024

      My toddler has been at the school for about 5 months now, and I've seen a huge improvement in her communication skills, language and fine motor skills, and social skills.... read more

    thumb Tima A.
    6/29/2024

      Our daughter has been with Seaside for 1 year. At the beginning, she had a hard time with separation anxiety, but the school was very patient, kind, and worked with... read more

    thumb Warren P.
    5/28/2024

      Seaside has been amazing for my daughter's education. She has been attending Seaside for 2 years and loves it there.

    The trilingual language program, which includes English, Spanish, and... read more

    thumb Kathy P.
    5/01/2024
  •   staff are all incredibly kind. it's pretty cool that my 4 year old speaks Chinese and Spanish. he loves his class mates

    thumb Spencer M.
    3/19/2024

      The teachers and staff are all extremely warm and welcoming and the curriculum --including Spanish and Mandarin--has really clicked with our daughter. It's also a great value considering the high... read more

    thumb Christina E.
    1/26/2024

      RSI is an incredible Pre-K program. My child loves learning Chinese and Spanish and is learning so much every day. The teachers are very caring and are loved by the... read more

    thumb Kathy L.
    1/01/2024

      We are so happy we sent our daughter to Seaside! She loves it there. The staff and director are wonderful, communicative and helpful.

    thumb Calyse W.
    1/01/2024
  •   My daughter loves coming here ! She started back in September and I've seen such a huge improvement in her . The communication is amazing I never miss out on... read more

    thumb Hailie H.
    12/24/2023

      My granddaughter started at Seaside in September. She has adapted so well. The teachers and the Director have made her transition into preschool the best. I used to carry her... read more

    thumb Melissa W.
    12/22/2023

      My son started recently as a barely 2 year old and LOVES it here. I love how friendly, communicative and supportive their teachers and director are. My son is loving... read more

    thumb Cat H.
    11/26/2023

      We absolutely LOVE this school for our little one. The teachers are top notch and provide the necessary one on one attention that our son needs. We are definitely planning... read more

    thumb Damaris P.
    4/22/2023
  •   I went for a visit with my brother and his kids. The school is totally redone and looks great. I would have loved to gone to a school like this... read more

    thumb Alan W.
    3/29/2022

      I'm so happy that the school has an opportunity to reopen for the community. It's been completely remodeled and is much needed since so many schools have been closing!

    thumb Jessica S.
    3/09/2022

      Ms. Pearla, the director, and her highly skilled staff are some of the best around. It says something when your kids refuse to leave school until they say good bye... read more

    thumb Monica S.
    3/04/2022

      So happy to see Seaside Costa Mesa reopen after these tough last two years. The school has a unique sea based theme for kids to experience a colorful and interactive... read more

    thumb Howard C.
    3/02/2022

Contact Us

1701 Baker St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

909-616-1101

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