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.
Conference Registration
The Annual OCAEYC ECE Conference Registration is now OPEN!
Register Here
OCAEYC Unity Series
The OCAEYC Unity Series is a professional learning and community-building initiative, brought to you in partnership with First 5 OC, dedicated to advancing anti-bias and anti-racism education across Early Childhood Education (ECE) settings in Orange County, California.
Through facilitated dialogues, expert-led sessions, and reflective learning experiences, the Unity Series creates space for educators, leaders, and partners to deepen their understanding of equity, identity, power, and belonging in early learning environments.
By bringing together diverse voices from across Orange County, the OCAEYC Unity Series serves as a catalyst for systems-level impact: supporting educators not only to reflect, but to act in ways that promote equity, dignity, and belonging for young children and their families.
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!
Thank You Members!
We are thrilled to share that OCAEYC has received the 2025 Award from
NAEYC for the highest increase in membership!
This incredible achievement is thanks to our dedicated OCAEYC
members!
Your commitment, passion, and advocacy make our
community shine. Together, we are building an inspiring network of
changemakers and early childhood education professionals right here in
Orange County, CA.
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We publish a Quarterly Newsletter that we distribute via email. Sign up below to receive newsletters, alerts, and informational emails from OCAEYC.
21st CSLA
Free In-Person Series
Join 21CSLA in a collaborative learning experience designed for school leaders committed to advancing equity in California’s Universal Transitional Kindergarten.
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Los Angeles County Office of Education, Ed Center West
12830 Columbia Way, Downey, CA 90242
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