Business Details
Your Child's 2nd Home in Costa Mesa, CA
Giant Step Learning Center has been nurturing young minds for over 25 years through hands-on, developmentally appropriate early childhood education. Our mission centers on fostering intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth in children aged 2-6 through thoughtfully designed curriculum and a family-style environment. With a dedicated team of educators holding degrees in early childhood education and maintaining current CPR/first-aid certifications, we prioritize individualized attention through small class sizes and personalized instruction. Our Costa Mesa facility features secure entrances, childproof spaces, and a 10,000-square-foot playground that supports both structured and free play. We maintain strict health and safety standards while offering flexible scheduling options including half-day and full-day programs to accommodate diverse family needs.Our comprehensive curriculum combines literacy, math, science, and social skills development with enrichment activities like dance, gymnastics, and technology exploration. As community-focused educators, we partner closely with parents through open communication channels and provide nutritious meals to support children's energy and focus. The center's consistent staff tenure - including teachers with over 6 years of service - creates stable relationships that enhance child development. We emphasize social-emotional learning through cooperative play and guided activities that teach empathy, sharing, and conflict resolution. Our commitment to quality extends to ongoing staff professional development and maintaining a warm, welcoming atmosphere where every child feels valued and secure.
Services
Toddler Program
Preschool Program
Pre-Kindergarten
Summer Preschool
Enrichment Activities
Nutritious Meals
Highlights and features
- 25 years of early childhood education expertise
- Flexible half-day and full-day program options
- Nutritious meals included daily for child development
- Experienced teachers with individualized care approach
- Spacious 10,000 sq-ft park-like playground
What people say
Loving and caring staff
More attention here
Learned months and counting
10,000 sq-ft playground
Affordable and great place
Services
Toddler Program
Our toddler program (ages 2-3) fosters foundational development through play-based learning. Children explore motor skills, sensory activities, and early communication in a supportive environment. Structured routines with circle time, music, and outdoor play promote socialization and independence while maintaining safety.
Preschool Program
This preschool (ages 3-4) combines academic basics with social skills development. Through storytime, math games, and science exploration, children build literacy and numeracy. Collaborative projects teach cooperation and conflict resolution while preparing them for formal schooling.
Pre-Kindergarten
Our pre-kindergarten (ages 4-5) focuses on school transition readiness. The curriculum covers early literacy, problem-solving, and social sciences through hands-on activities. Teachers emphasize kindergarten preparation with confidence-building exercises and structured learning environments.
Summer Preschool
Themed summer programs combine education with recreation. Weekly topics like gardening, community helpers, and cultural themes engage children through crafts, movement, and interactive exploration while maintaining developmental continuity.
Enrichment Activities
We offer specialized enrichment including dance, gymnastics, soccer, and tech activities. Partner-led programs develop physical skills, creativity, and technology awareness through age-appropriate instruction in a fun environment.
Questions
What ages do you serve?
We serve children aged 2-6 through toddler, preschool, and pre-kindergarten programs.
Do you offer part-time programs?
Yes, we provide both half-day and full-day options to accommodate family schedules.
What meals are included?
Each child receives two snacks and a hot lunch daily to support their energy needs.
Is enrollment available year-round?
Yes, we offer continuous enrollment but recommend contacting us in advance about availability.
Do you have sibling discounts?
Yes, we provide discounts for families enrolling multiple children in our programs.
What safety measures do you have?
Our facility features secure entrances, childproof spaces, and CPR-certified staff for daily safety.