Experienced preschool educator providing individualized one-on-one instruction and care to a young child in a Montessori-inspired learning environment
Serving Families Since 2004

About
Kids Adventure Learning Center.

A family-owned Montessori-inspired preschool and infant care center rooted in Fullerton for over 20 years.

Our Story

Over 20 Years of Nurturing Little Minds.

Kids Adventure Learning Center was founded in 2004 with a simple belief: every child deserves a safe, loving, and stimulating environment in which to grow. What started as a small family-run center in Fullerton has grown into one of Orange County's most trusted early childhood education programs.

Drawing on Montessori principles, we build curriculum around each child's natural curiosity — encouraging independence, creativity, and a genuine love of learning from the very first day.

Today we serve infants as young as 6 weeks through school-age children up to 12 years, with programs spanning infant care, toddler, Junior Pre-K, Pre-K, Transitional Kindergarten, and before & after school care.

Preschool children engaged in calm, focused classroom learning activities in a Montessori-inspired environment at Kids Adventure Learning Center
Our Philosophy

Child-Led. Teacher-Guided. Family-Centered.

We believe the best learning happens when children feel safe, respected, and free to explore. Our Montessori-inspired approach puts children at the center — letting their interests guide discovery while our trained teachers provide just the right amount of structure and support.

Families are our partners. We keep parents informed with daily updates, open-door communication, and regular opportunities to engage with their child's learning journey.

Teacher guiding a young child through a hands-on art and creative expression project in a Montessori-inspired preschool classroom
What We Stand For

Our Core Values.

Safety First

Every decision we make starts with your child's safety. From our closed-circuit cameras to our 4:1 infant ratio and foam-padded play yards, we engineer security into everything.

Curiosity-Driven Learning

Children learn best through exploration. Our Montessori-inspired curriculum follows each child's natural curiosity with hands-on materials, outdoor spaces, and themed projects.

Community & Family

We're not just a school — we're a community. For over 20 years, Fullerton and Buena Park families have trusted us as true partners in raising confident, compassionate children.

Leadership

Manil Gunasekara

Director of Curriculum — Kids Adventure Learning Center. Ms. Marlie leads daily operations and curriculum at our Fullerton campus, bringing years of early childhood education expertise to every program. She is dedicated to providing the highest quality Montessori-inspired care for every child.

Licensed & Accredited

State Licensed Childcare Center

Kids Adventure Learning Center is a fully licensed California childcare center operating under License No. Licensed Childcare Center, issued by the California Department of Social Services. We are an equal opportunity provider and employer committed to serving all families in our community.

Our Team

Dedicated Teachers. Passionate Caregivers.

Every member of our team is carefully screened, trained in early childhood education, and genuinely passionate about helping children thrive. Our low staff-to-child ratios mean every child gets the attention they deserve.

Dedicated, trained, and passionate Kids Adventure Learning Center educators and staff team committed to early childhood care and development
Preschool educator providing individualized attention and hands-on learning support to young children in a caring classroom environment
See It For Yourself

A Look Inside Kids Adventure Learning Center

Fullerton · Buena Park · Orange County

Come See Us in Person.

We'd love to show you around. Schedule a tour and meet our team — we're located at 1834 W. Valencia Drive, Fullerton, CA 92833.