At OC Kids

Preschool in Garden Grove

, our

Montessori infant care program

offers far more than traditional daycare by nurturing early brain development and fostering lifelong learning. The first three years of life are critical, with 90% of brain growth occurring during this time. Our approach creates a respectful, responsive, and stimulating environment that supports each infant’s natural development. 

Key Montessori Principles: 

• Respect for infants as capable individuals 

• Prepared environments encouraging exploration and movement 

• Individualized care based on observation 

• Mixed-age interactions promoting social learning 

Brain Development Support:

Infants form up to 1,000 neural connections per second. Our program supports this with rich sensory, motor, and language experiences, along with secure caregiver attachments.

Classroom Environment:

Montessori infant spaces use natural materials, child-sized furniture, open floor plans, and sensory tools to support freedom of movement and self-directed learning. Materials are selected to build motor skills, language, and independence.

Individualized and Responsive Care:

Educators observe and document each child’s growth to tailor activities and environments. Care routines—feeding, diapering, and sleep—are flexible and nurturing, treated as opportunities for bonding and development.

Language and Social-Emotional Growth:

Infants are immersed in a rich language environment with songs, books, and conversations. Bilingual support is available. Secure attachments and consistent routines foster emotional regulation, trust, and confidence.

Physical and Cognitive Development:

Infants explore through movement and sensory play. Open floor time and minimal equipment encourage motor milestones like crawling and walking. Problem-solving is nurtured through cause-and-effect toys and spatial activities. 

Mixed-Age Interactions:

Interacting with older and younger children builds empathy, motivation, and social skills. Infants benefit from observing and being supported by peers.

Independence and Life Skills:

Even infants can participate in feeding, dressing, and simple chores. These activities build confidence, responsibility, and real-world understanding.

Family Involvement:

Families receive daily updates, developmental tracking, and are encouraged to engage in school events and at-home Montessori practices.

Common Concerns Addressed:

• High-quality care supports parent-child bonding, not hinders it 

• Strict health protocols help manage illness risks 

• Infants benefit cognitively, socially, and emotionally from early care 

Why OC Kids Preschool Stands Out:

Serving Garden Grove

,

Anaheim

, and

Orange County

, we provide culturally sensitive, bilingual environments with highly trained educators and thoughtfully prepared classrooms. Our program offers a seamless transition to toddler care, strong family partnerships, and a lifelong love of learning.

Visit Us:

Learn more or schedule a tour at ockidspreschool.com to experience how our Montessori approach nurtures your infant’s growth from the very beginning.