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Recent daycare reviews in Irvine, CA

Irvine Learning Tree Child Daycare

5.0

She has been my good neighbor for 20 years. We have raised our children together. She and her husband are loving, responsible members of the community. Excellent and friendly place for any child.

- Linda M

Itsy Bitsy Daycare

5.0

Ms. Yesica at Itsy Bitsy Daycare is simply the best. We moved to Irvine in the middle of the pandemic and were seeking care for our children, ages 1 and 3 years old. We must have unknowingly saved the best for last! I had interviewed three other daycare providers before finding Itsy Bitsy. My...

- Torie G

Abc Daycare

5.0

My son loves this daycare. He looks forward to going everyday and is so excited to see Ms Kim. My son was an extremely picky eater but since attending this daycare, he eats almost everything! Love that this daycare also provides breakfast and lunch as well as morning and afternoon snacks.

- Gloria

Ellie's Daycare

5.0

Eli has watched our son full time since he was 9 months old. Her demeanor and care are shown with how much our son loves daycare. It's a huge blessing to know that your child is being loved and cared for and having the best time with friends. We are grateful everyday for the referral and look...

- Erika R

Paradise Kids

5.0

Both my children went to Paradise Kids and I'm so grateful to Marjan and her staff for their excellent care. They started at the same time when my youngest was an infant, and the oldest was a toddler. Marjan gave thorough daily updates on both and helped my toddler get acclimated quickly. She also...

- Emma L

Daycares in Irvine, CA

Irvine Learning Tree Child Daycare

Irvine Learning Tree Child Daycare

16 Goldenbush, Irvine, CA

Starting at $70/day

5.0

(2)

Welcome to Learning Tree Child Daycare! We are currently accepting applications for children ages 12 weeks up to 4 years old. We are a licensed daycare provider located in Central Irvine in Orange County. We are focused on serving our neighbors in nearby cities of Irvine, Lake Forest, Laguna...

Recent reviews:

5.0
She has been my good neighbor for 20 years. We have raised our children together. She and her husband are loving, responsible members of the community. Excellent and friendly place for any child.

Linda M


Itsy Bitsy Daycare

Itsy Bitsy Daycare

12 Columbine, Irvine, CA

Starting at $310/wk

4.5

(8)

**INFANT OPENINGS AVAILABLE** Details regarding the daycare are listed below. LIC # 304312876. Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Ages accepted: 0-4 years old. I am State Licensed, Pediatrics C.P.R. & First Aid Certified, Educated in Early Childhood Studies. I provide a...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Ms. Yesica at Itsy Bitsy Daycare is simply the best. We moved to Irvine in the middle of the pandemic and were seeking care for our children, ages 1 and 3 years old. We must have unknowingly saved the best for last! I had interviewed three other daycare providers...

Torie G


Abc Daycare

Abc Daycare

14 Lilac, Irvine, CA

Costimate: $381/wk

5.0

(3)

Hello Neighbors, I have lived in Irvine for the past 9 years. I'm a mother of a 7 year old daughter and 3 year old son. I have over seven years of experience in education and daycare facilities and currently hold a CPR First Aid certificate. I've previously held a CDA (Child Development...

Recent reviews:

5.0
My son loves this daycare. He looks forward to going everyday and is so excited to see Ms Kim. My son was an extremely picky eater but since attending this daycare, he eats almost everything! Love that this daycare also provides breakfast and lunch as well as...

Gloria


Ellie's Daycare

Ellie's Daycare

Woodbridge Area, Irvine, CA

Starting at $322/wk

5.0

(7)

I provide daycare services for kids of all ages at my home in Irvine. I am licensed and I have been working in a childcare for over 8 years. I have had experience in babysitting for 8 years and more. I offer homemade food and healthy snacks to all children with parent permission. I provide indoor...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Eli has watched our son full time since he was 9 months old. Her demeanor and care are shown with how much our son loves daycare. It's a huge blessing to know that your child is being loved and cared for and having the best time with friends. We are grateful...

Erika R


Paradise Kids

Paradise Kids

14801 Sumac Ave, Irvine, CA

Starting at $1800/mo

5.0

(8)

Paradise Kids daycare is a licensed in-home child-care facility in a safe community located in Irvine, CA. I am available Monday through Friday from 8Am to 5 Pm, and am very dedicated and loving towards children and enjoy teaching and playing with them. Education is very important and I work with...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Both my children went to Paradise Kids and I'm so grateful to Marjan and her staff for their excellent care. They started at the same time when my youngest was an infant, and the oldest was a toddler. Marjan gave thorough daily updates on both and helped my toddler...

Emma L


Tarina Child Care

Tarina Child Care

College Park Area, Irvine, CA

Costimate: $274/wk

5.0

(15)

I have years of experience in child care in Orange County. I am a parent myself for 16 years and i will take care of your children as if they were one of my own. I have created a safe and fun environment for my children under my care. I am providing a safe friendly caring environment for our...

Recent reviews:

5.0
i highly recommended this day care to everyone who has kids and so worry for finding good place for their kids they are so nice and kind with children and this the only one day care that they have homemade food and they are super clean and i really appreciate for...

Helia


Kids Corner

Kids Corner

38 Greenbough, Irvine, CA

Starting at $350/wk

5.0

(7)

An atmosphere of love and trust where children can grow to their fullest potential. Call to schedule an appointment

Recent reviews:

5.0
I absolutely love this place.My son has been going here since he was 6 month and he is 2.5.The owner has been amazing .Not only is the staff nurturing, loving, attentive, and constantly keeping the kids engaged, but most importantly they genuinely care about the...

Kevint M


Danika's Home Childcare

Danika's Home Childcare

403 Monte Vista, Irvine, CA

Starting at $325/wk

4.6

(17)

I have room for INFANTS/TODDLERS enrollments! I have room for 2YR - 5YR olds! I have over 20 years of experience working in the childcare environments, Corporate, non-profit, and family day care. I loved what I did in the education/child care field; but wanted to take what I truly enjoyed doing...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Danika started to take care my baby when he was 5Months Old. I am a first time mom and did all my daycare visits and glad that we found her. She's really sweet and caring to my baby, My baby never had a diaper rash under her care.I like it when they do outdoor...

R. B


Early Learner Montessori Home

Early Learner Montessori Home

7 Hickory, Irvine, CA

Starting at $310/wk

5.0

(6)

Our genuine concern and deep respect for the children in our care is the driving force behind our outstanding Montessori program where children are able to grow and thrive knowing that they are loved and cared for in a predictable, structured, and safe environment. We look forward to partnering...

Recent reviews:

5.0
We really appreciate the care Ms Denise and her family provided for my daughter. We feel very luck to have someone like Ms Denise with patience, inspiration, enthusiastic, and most importantly love. My 3 year old loves to go Ms Denise house, and learn so much...

Difei M


Viv Shining Star Family Daycare

Viv Shining Star Family Daycare

858 Hayes, Irvine, CA

Starting at $60/day

5.0

(7)

Infant and Toddler Program Healthy snacks & home cooked meals. Creative activities including ABC's, numbers, colors, shapes, and arts & crafts. Circle time, story time, songs, music & dance. Learning programs which provide education in early child development. Safe...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I am thankful to have found Vivian for taking care of one year old. She was very patient and flexible to make sure that my boy gets adjusted to Daycare. My son is very happy with her and has become sharp and friendly. She is very caring and encouraging in...

Richa S


Tania's Home Family Child Care

Tania's Home Family Child Care

5102 Doanoke Ave, Irvine, CA

Starting at $375/wk

5.0

(11)

Tania's Family Child Care. Tania's Family Child Care is an home child care that accepts ages 6 weeks through 3 years old. We currently follow all the COVID-19 Guidelines provided by the State and the Licensing Department. About Miss Tania: Miss Tania has over 12 years of experience of...

Recent reviews:

5.0
We are so lucky to have found Miss Tania! Tania loves our little one like her own. We never have had any doubts about our baby's safety or well-being while with Miss Tania. She communicates with us throughout the day with pictures and updates on how she's doing....

Stephen B


Happy Home Daycare

Happy Home Daycare

15 Palmeto Way, Irvine, CA

Starting at $400/wk

5.0

(4)

There is no greater feeling than watching a child learn, laugh and grow. It gives me life and fills me with hope knowing that we can raise confident, competent, contributing members of society. As mother of three, and aunt to 8, i have decades of experience raising happy , healthy, well-adjusted...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Shahnaz is wonderful! We started taking our baby to Happy Home Daycare 5 months ago. Shahnaz is always warm and welcoming. Our little man smiles every morning when he sees her. She's very responsive via text message. She'll even send videos and pictures. She...

Rachel W


Orange Kids

Orange Kids

117 Treehouse, Irvine, CA

Costimate: $339/wk

5.0

(1)

We understand how difficult raising a child for full-time working parents may be, from nutrition to their behavior, exploring their hidden talents to teaching them arts & music, and all in a safe environment. Our Lovely trained Staff in Orange Kids Family Child Care are licensed child care and...

Recent review:

5.0
This is a great little daycare! I am really impressed with their staff. All three of them that I met are friendly, knowledgable and responsible with biggest hearts. The thing I am most impressed with, is their menu. These kids eat like kings! Everything is made...

Teresa N


Bambinos Oc

Bambinos Oc

190 Almador, Irvine, CA

Starting at $350/wk

We are a small home daycare located in Irvine, Westpark. (Main and Harvard) We provide a second loving home for your kids. We work with a small group of kids (only 5-6 kids daily) We are accepting ages newborn to 5 years old. Offering part-time and full-time days. Hours are weekdays 7:30am-5:30...

Laura's Home Care

Laura's Home Care

160 Violet Bloom, Irvine, CA

Starting at $300/wk

At Laura's Daycare, we provide a safe, warm, loving and caring environment for your children to grow and nurture. We provide educational tools to help them learn. We provide homemade breakfast, lunch and 2 healthy snacks. We have 15+ years experience and great references!

Haleh Manesh

Haleh Manesh

25 Entrada West, Irvine, CA

Starting at $260/wk

Hello, This is Haleh, a mother of 2 ( a daughter and a son). * I have a California license number: 304173134. * I have a California child development master teacher and a child development associate teacher, and a child development assistant teacher certificate. * I have a CPR, First Aid,...

Irvine Happy Daycare

Irvine Happy Daycare

1210 Simplicity Irvine CA 92620, Irvine, CA

Starting at $300/wk

Hello everyone! I run a daycare in Irvine with California's license. The hours are from 7 AM to 6 PM Monday through Friday. I serve breakfast, snack, lunch and evening snack. I am also available on the weekends. I serve fresh food most of the foods are organic. It's a warm, comfortable and safe...

Happy Stars Child Care

Happy Stars Child Care

14881 Burnham Cir, Irvine, CA

Starting at $270/wk


IUCC Early Childhood Center

IUCC Early Childhood Center

4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA

Costimate: $282/wk

At the IUCC Early Childhood Center young children grow in confidence, intellect, and character in a small, loving, and educational environment. We offer a well-balanced, developmental program designed to meet each child's individual needs. We emphasize hands-on experiences. The ECC offers a...

Fit First Youth Fitness Training

Fit First Youth Fitness Training

50 Palatine, Irvine, CA

We are a local Orange County company created with the mission of creating healthy active lifestyles for kids, getting them away from screens, and getting them active outdoors! Our youth-focused fitness programs help kids gain confidence, knowledge, and habits that allow them to fall in love with...

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Ratings for Irvine, CA daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Daycares in Irvine, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 100 reviews of the 72 listed daycares.