The Orange County Association for the education of Young Children (OCAEYC) is a proud Affiliate of The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), dedicated to representing early childhood educators in Orange County, California.
OCAEYC is a critical part of the early childhood education system in Orange County, California. We work with our partners to make sure early care and education providers have access to quality training and information, a professional and social network of colleagues, and local savings and services.
Most of all, we are working to create a community of leaders that will keep early educators connected, inspired, and supported.
Thank you for nurturing and educating Orange County’s youngest children. The work that you do is extremely critical to the future of this community.
Become a NAEYC Member
$72 Universal Benefits
OCAEYC is the Orange County Affiliate of NAEYC
NAEYC is the premier association for early learning professionals at every career stage. Join our vibrant community and enjoy full access to exclusive resources, professional development, and advocacy tools—all designed to empower you and enhance early childhood education.
Grounded in our CARES framework—Community, Advocacy, Resources, Events, and Support—membership goes beyond benefits.
It’s about belonging to a passionate network dedicated to improving the lives of young children.
Remember to Choose OCAEYC as your Affiliate!
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OCAEYC is excited to announce our 2025 Conference at Knott's Berry Farm Hotel on March 29th, 2025.
This conference serves hundreds of early educators throughout Orange County, and will feature an inspiring keynote plus breakout sessions for all early care and education providers.
Pre-Conference Sponsored by
First-5 Orange County
Networking Event for Child Care Leaders: Innovative Solutions to Staffing Shortages
Are you a child care center director, owner, or hiring manager?
Join us for an engaging networking event designed to tackle one of the biggest challenges in the industry: staffing shortages.
Connect with fellow leaders, share strategies, and explore innovative solutions, including how apprenticeships and other alternative approaches can help build and sustain your workforce.
Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate, learn, and leave with actionable ideas to strengthen your team!
OCAEYC Conference 2025
Empowering Every Child
Nurturing Every Family
Strengthening Every Community
Anti Bias Education Series: Belonging Through A Culture of Dignity
April 5th
Join us for an immersive and transformative professional development session led by Summer Snyder, focused on creating and sustaining a climate of belonging and a culture of dignity within schools and workplaces.
This full-day session, and subsequent zoom sessions, will equip you with both the conceptual and operational knowledge to foster environments where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported.
Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your professional toolkit and contribute to a culture that prioritizes respect, collaboration, and inclusivity!
Good to Go Fair
Pretend City
The Pretend City Children’s Museum Good to Go Fair, formerly known as the School Readiness Fair is:
Saturday, April 5, 2025
This FREE, family-friendly event will feature health screenings, literacy, creativity, math & STEM activities, community support, and so much more – all designed for families to enjoy.
PLUS: Your child can earn a FREE museum ticket by completing 3 developmental screenings!
Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to connect with incredible organizations and resources.
Note: The event is free, but museum admission is not included.
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