QRIS Star Rating
All of our preschool classrooms have achieved a 4 or 5-star QRIS rating from the Orange County Department of Education. This rating reflects the highest quality for preschool programs.
Early Childhood Education
Our Mission
Our preschool children will enter Kindergarten as a lifelong
learner and a critically-thinking citizen.
The mission of the Newport-Mesa Unified School District Early Childhood Education program is to provide high-quality education and care for our children. We provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging early learning environment that effectively supports the diverse needs of children and families in our community.
Part Day and Full Day State Preschool Programs
Now enrolling for the 2021-2022 school year!
Free Part Day and Full Day State Preschool Program
*Registration is contingent upon eligibility requirements
For more information see State Preschool Programs
Tuition Preschool Programs
Now enrolling for the 2021-2022 school year!
For more information see Tuition Preschool Programs or call Yazmin at (949) 515-6622 for a registration packet and to schedule a virtual tour.
Contact Us
Early Childhood Education Office
Lindbergh School
220 23rd Street
Building C, Rm 1
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 515-6622
Kathleen Leary
Early Childhood Director
(714) 424-8979
kleary@nmusd.us
Michelle O'Neill
ECE Coordinator
(949) 515-6793
moneill@nmusd.us
Gissel Garcia
Administrative Assistant
(714) 424-8978
gsgarcia@nmusd.us
Yazmin Diaz
Office Assistant
(949) 515-6622
ydiaz@nmusd.us
