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Recent daycare reviews in Costa Mesa, CA

Creative Kids OC Family Day Care

5.0

I had my son in Creative Kids OC Family Day Care for two years and could not recommend it more highly. Terri is an absolutely amazing caregiver who treats every child like they're one of her own. My son loved going and loved her; I did too. This is a wonderful place where kids can feel safe and...

- LS

Parentz View Child Care

5.0

My daughter has been going to Parentz View Child Care for a couple months now, and we love it. I first heard about Parentz View from a friend who had nothing but good things to say about Nicole. While I was pregnant, I inquired about their services, and was told they had a 2 year waiting list....

- Heather H

ABC Day Care

5.0

My son Calvin started with Marina when he was 6 weeks old and had his last day on 9/29, at 8 months old. The only reason we left ABC Day Care is because we moved to Los Angeles, otherwise, I think we would have stayed with Marina until Calvin went to pre-school! Marina is a very caring person and...

- Natalie H

Ability First - Costa Mesa

5.0

I used to go here and I LOVED it! Elizabeth, one of the staff loved me! She said we should start our old club!

- JESSICA

Renascence School International

5.0

This school is phenomenal. My kids have been at this school since they first opened. I have a 10th grader and middle schooler. Besides the rigorous academics and languages, the teachers & staff are the reasons we stay. RSI is a very loving environment - full of wonderful families and good kids. RSI...

- Dina B

Daycares in Costa Mesa, CA

Creative Kids OC Family Day Care

Creative Kids OC Family Day Care

306 Broadway, Costa Mesa, CA

Starting at $65/day

4.4

(7)

Welcome to Creative Kids Family Daycare! My highest priority is for your child to be safe, healthy and happy and I have taken these steps to make that happen: My home is professionally child and baby proofed. I am certified by the Red Cross in Infant/Child First Aid, Safety, CPR and Preventative...
5.0
"So this was my first experience with any type of daycare. This is my first child who has been with me all day and I haven't had help from anyone but my husband. I decided to try Terri out and I love it. My daughter LOVES going here, she tries to jump out of my...

Amy S


Parentz View Child Care

Parentz View Child Care

3202 Montana Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA

Starting at $240/wk

5.0

(13)

Parentz View Child Care is a Large Licensed In Home Family Day Care located in Costa Mesa, in the Mesa Verde housing track. I've been in business for 11 years now. I originally started my daycare after having a bad experience with a Licensed provider where my daughter attended. After that ordeal I...
5.0
"This is the best daycare! Nicole and her assistant are wonderful, loving and caring people who take such good care of all the children. My daughter has been going here for over a year and has learned so much and enjoys seeing miss Nicole, Angie, and all the kids...

Justene G


ABC Day Care

ABC Day Care

2040 Federal Ave, Costa Mesa, CA

Starting at $200/wk

5.0

(2)

My name is Marina, I am a Licensed Child Care provider, located in Costa Mesa , My home is open to all ages from infant to school age ,the daycare can pick up Children from schools that are around Our house, which are Victoria elementary, Pomona Elementary School, Rea Elementary , Wilson Elementary,...
5.0
"My son Calvin started with Marina when he was 6 weeks old and had his last day on 9/29, at 8 months old. The only reason we left ABC Day Care is because we moved to Los Angeles, otherwise, I think we would have stayed with Marina until Calvin went to...

Natalie H


Ability First - Costa Mesa

1060 Paularino Ave, Costa Mesa, CA

Costimate: $224/wk

5.0

(1)

Ability First located in Costa Mesa, CA offers a range of recreational and socialization programs for childrens with disabilities and employment for adults with disabilities. The center helps the children to achieve their personal best in Basic Life Skills, Communication, Socialization and Health...
5.0
"I used to go here and I LOVED it! Elizabeth, one of the staff loved me! She said we should start our old club!"

JESSICA


Renascence School International

Renascence School International

2987 Mesa Verde E, Costa Mesa, CA

Costimate: $224/wk

4.3

(4)

Renascence School International prepares students for the global environment through strong academics, creativity training, leadership opportunities, and proficiency in world languages.
5.0
"RSI provides excellent education for children in three languages: Chinese, English, and Spanish. Preschool equally weights the three languages. Early years of elementary school focus on Chinese and English, with coursework but not immersion in Spanish. Education in...

Gary R


D&J CREATIVE CARE

344 Princeton Dr., Costa Mesa, CA

Starting at $350/wk

5.0

(3)

5.0
"I am looking for the job, that is connected with child care and development. I am young, but have a great experience working with kids. I want to build career in child care, as I like to stay with kids the most in my life and can do it the best. If you need an...

Julia R


Mundo de Juguete

Mundo de Juguete

3136 Trinity Dr, Costa Mesa, CA

Starting at $300/wk

Offering care 24/7 Please call 714-791-1114

Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool

1701 Baker St Costa Mesa CA, Costa Mesa, CA

Costimate: $224/wk

At Seaside Costa Mesa Preschool, we give students a safe and open environment for them to discover the world around them and prepare for the road ahead. Our inclusive community supports all children from playtime to the classroom.

St. Joachim Church Day Care Center

1964 Orange Ave., Costa Mesa, CA

Starting at $250/wk

St. Joachim Church Day Care Center in Costa Mesa, CA is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for kids from Pre-K to Kindergarten. The center...

Sunshine Cooperative Preschool

2131 Tustin Ave, Costa Mesa, CA

Starting at $205/mo

Sunshine Cooperative Preschool located at 2131 Tustin Avenue, Costa Mesa, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The...

Page Academy

Page Academy

657 Victoria Street, Costa Mesa, CA

Starting at $1150/mo

Page Academy's Early Childhood Program begins and ends with a warm, caring, qualified staff in a safe and secure environment. We understand that this may be the first occurrence you and your child are experiencing away from the home environment and together we will share your child's milestones,...

Giant Step Learning Center

758 Saint Clair St, Costa Mesa, CA

Starting at $175/wk

Giant Step Learning Center is an early care and education facility in Costa Mesa, California that aims to help children achieve their fullest by providing them with an inclusive curriculum and plenty of hands-on learning experiences. The company handles children between the ages of 2 to 6 years old,...

OCC Children's Center

2701 Fairview Rd, Costa Mesa, CA

Starting at $46/day

OCC Children's Center Costa Mesa, CA provides a comprehensive Early Care and Education program serving the families of student-parents, faculty, staff, and most recently the community. The center strives to promote a balance between healthy family living and academic/career success. The center...

Lil' Lighthouse Preschool

301 Magnolia St, Costa Mesa, CA

Starting at $595/mo

Located in Costa Mesa, California, Lil’ Lighthouse Preschool offers an enriching learning environment for children ages three through five years old. The school offers a stimulating program that supports growth in all areas of child development. Operating hours are from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM, weekdays.

Harbor Trinity Preschool

1230 Baker St, Costa Mesa, CA

Costimate: $249/wk

YES, WE POTTY TRAIN! We are a Christian preschool and day care center for children ages 2-6 years of age. We place a high emphasis on character development and Kindergarten readiness by offering activities that stimulate and encourage the overall development of each student. Some of our...

Shekinah Christian Preschool

2987 Mesa Verde Dr. E, Costa Mesa, CA

Starting at $150/wk

The Shekinah Christian Preschool provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children in a warm Christian-centered environment. The center serves the community of Costa Mesa CA and provides a balanced learning program by integrating child-initiated and...

Montessori Harbor-Mesa School

1701 W Baker St, Costa Mesa, CA

Starting at $7000/day

Established in 1970, Montessori Harbor-Mesa School is a preschool facility located in Costa Mesa, California. It provides learning activities that aim to enhance sensorial, auditory, tactile chromatic, and visual senses. The School's preschool program includes Practical Life Exercises, Sensorial,...

Wanda's Daycare

Wanda's Daycare

270 JoAnn St, Costa Mesa, CA

Costimate: $249/wk

We are a large, in-home, licensed, Christian-based daycare. We are currently accepting children aged 20 months to 5 years. We offer potty training, nutritious meals and snacks, a full pre-school curriculum, fun and games, reasonable rates and much more!
5.0
"I am looking for the job, that is connected with child care and development. I am young, but have a great experience working with kids. I want to build career in child care, as I like to stay with kids the most in my life and can do it the best. If you need an...

Julia R


Rock a Baby Day Care

2854 Andros ST., Costa Mesa, CA

Costimate: $224/wk


Coastal CLC

2245 Orange Ave., Costa Mesa, CA

Costimate: $258/wk

Coastal Children's Learning Center is a preschool in Costa Mesa, California. We provide child care for infants 8 weeks old to pre-k 5 year olds, and have day care hours of 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. to accommodate working parents. It is a learn through play, developmental center of 36 children and 8 staff...

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Ratings for Costa Mesa, CA daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Daycares in Costa Mesa, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 30 reviews of the 60 listed daycares.