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Recent after school program reviews in Lake Forest, CA

Normandale Family Childcare

5.0

Hello. My name is Nikki and I was a first time mom putting my daughter, Aurora, in an daycare. I put her in at 14 months. I chose in home because facilities were out of my budget and I felt a natural loving energy in this home daycare. I saw the reviews and visited the daycare & was shocked at how...

- Nikki R

Mother Goose Daycare by Lisa

5.0

The BEST Daycare in Orange County!! Lisa's Daycare is the most loving, welcoming, incredible daycare I have ever taken my kid to. She does crafts with the kids everyday and I have a box at home of all of the wonderful school projects she has done with them. She takes them swimming during the summer...

- Camberlyn M

Happy Angels Haven

5.0

Mrs Alvi is amazing! My daughter has been in her daycare for about a year absolutely loves her. Mrs Alvi is very warm with the children and takes the time to really teach them. My daughter was a little delayed in her speech and today you would never know it. We're thankful we found her!

- Jada D

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

Danika's Home Childcare

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 plays and my baby can experience...

- R. B

After school programs in Lake Forest, CA

Wieczorek Family Daycare

Wieczorek Family Daycare

21082 Wheaton Terrace, Lake Forest, CA

Starting at $250/wk

Need childcare options for the potential changes in schools next year? Family Daycare now open in Lake Forest License #304313705 -Near El Toro/Portola -Ages 0-12 years -Transportation, educational supervision, and before and after school care available for Lake Forest Elementary students...

Normandale Family Childcare

Normandale Family Childcare

Summit Vista, Lake Forest, CA

Starting at $300/wk

4.8

(25)

Welcome to Normandale Heights Family Child Care! We provide an atmosphere that is safe, loving, educational, and ideal for early childhood education. Our daycare is full of educational material, as we believe education should feed a child's growth. We will encourage learning through reading,...
5.0
"You cannot go wrong here - this is truly a 'family' childcare where your child will just go to an extended family of Normandale Family Childcare. The teachers, Miss Mina, Miss Maryam and others are simply amazing and will truly care for your babies/kids from the...

Harsh S


Mother Goose Daycare by Lisa

Mother Goose Daycare by Lisa

24266 Mccoy Rd, Lake Forest, CA

Starting at $250/wk

4.8

(20)

I am a licensed small family daycare provider. I have run my daycare from my Lake Forest home for over 15 years taking care of infants and toddlers. we learn, play and grow through all developmental stages with fun interaction with other kids and myself in a loving family home atmosphere using...
5.0
"Lisa is an excellent childcare provider, our daughter has been with her since 2013. Her home is very for lack of a better term homey! It's very neat and clean and always smells like there is something great going on in the kitchen. We couldn't ask for a better...

Anthony C


Kidsy

Kidsy

25221 Avenida Tranquila, Lake Forest, CA

Costimate: $268/wk

We don't just care, We inspire. Kidsy provides full-time and part-time childcare for infants and children, ages 6 weeks old and up to 6 years old. Kidsy is a home where you can bring your child and feel complete trust that your child is in a safe and loving environment. You can return to work...

Aldana's Daycare

Aldana's Daycare

22942 Sierra St, Lake Forest, CA

Costimate: $253/wk

Open 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday and special occasions Saturdays and Sundays. English and Spanish. Ages 0 to 10 years old. Superior care with love and patience. Educational activities that include ABC's, 123's, math, story time, music, dance, free play out/inside and much more. Potty...

Streamline Christian Academy

Streamline Christian Academy

25195 Rivendell, Lake Forest, CA

Starting at $330/mo

Home-based Kindergarten readiness program, offering full or part time options, Mandarin and Spanish languages, STEM curriculum, and more!

Happy Angels Haven

Happy Angels Haven

25291 Barents Street, Laguna Hills, CA

Starting at $325/wk

5.0

(18)

Happy Angels Haven, located in Laguna Hills, is just three blocks from 5 & 405 freeway, and just two easy turns to reach me on Alicia Parkway. Parents like a quick pick-up and drop-off, and so we work tirelessly to make everything as convenient as possible. We offer an inviting, fun-loving,...
5.0
"Mrs. Alvi has been a trusted caregiver to my twin boys for almost four years. She provides a safe, clean, nurturing environment in her home. She has helped my boys with school work and learing (through games and structured activities) to the point that they are...

Alison


Abc Daycare

Abc Daycare

14 Lilac, Irvine, CA

Costimate: $382/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...
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


Danika's Home Childcare

Danika's Home Childcare

403 Monte Vista, Irvine, CA

Starting at $325/wk

4.6

(17)

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 down to a smaller scale. When the opportunity came in 2013, I said good-bye to the...
5.0
"We actually wound up going with a closer childcare provider to our home, but Danika was wonderful in letting us know all her options, and keeping a spot open while we were deciding. We're definitely keeping her in mind for the drop-in childcare she offers. She has...

Amy N


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...
5.0
"Eli and her daycare are amazing!!! We have been there from pretty close to the beginning, which made it really hard when we had to move. Her facility is exceptionaly clean and well taken care. I would recommend her to anyone. She is incredibly friendly and only...

Scott C


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...
5.0
"It has been a year since my son started coming to this school and it has been nothing but a blessing. He has learned so much more than I could have taught him myself. I am so grateful to Ms. Denise and her family for taking care of Julian with such genuine heart....

Christine J


Lulu's Fun House

Lulu's Fun House

30 Montecilo, Foothill Ranch, CA

5.0

(9)

-Loving, nurturing and academic. -Park-like playground yard. -Infant/Toddler/School Age. (2 weeks-5yrs) -No Pets In home/yard. -Smoke Free Home. -8:00am-5:30pm. -Preschool play based program. Dear Future Parents, We would like to extend our warmest welcome to Lulu's Fun House. Thank you for...
5.0
"My daughter has been attending lulus fun house for almost 8 months at this point and she comes home every week learning something new. She's always a happy girl when she gets dropped off and picked up. Me and my husband believe she's better behaved with Nouf than...

Kamyla B


Bright Childcare

Bright Childcare

29832 Hiddenwood, Laguna Niguel, CA

Starting at $270/wk

5.0

(23)

Hi. My name is Mariam and I especially enjoy working with small groups of children at my licensed family daycare. The children will participate in a daily, professional enrichment program that teaches arts & crafts, music, pre-math and pre-reading skills, social skills and much more. Your child will...
5.0
"My daughter has been here a little over 10 months and we could not be happier. Everything about our move was tough, except for finding childcare, which can often be the most stressful! Mariam is so nuturing and my daughter has learned so much. Her home is truly...

Layken S


Anamarie's Daycare

Anamarie's Daycare

43 Inverary, Trabuco Canyon, CA

Starting at $250/wk

5.0

(7)

Anamarie's Family Daycare, is a safe place where your child will develop to be strong, healthy and successful, with strong mind, strong moral and family values. That's what we offer at Anamarie's Family Day Care, a place where child safety and positive environment are carefully monitored everyday....
5.0
"ANAMARIE'S daycare is truely exceptional. Child care and safety are always priority number one as a parent and for Anamarie's daycare. My 2 kids have the best food, care and activities. The staff makes my children feel like they are family and that means the most...

Robert C


Guidepost Montessori at Alicia

Guidepost Montessori at Alicia

25261 Paseo De Alicia, Laguna Hills, CA

Costimate: $293/wk

5.0

(1)

Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, where your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. At our beautiful Laguna Hills location, your child will take advantage of a full Spanish Immersion curriculum, beautiful, new classrooms and natural...
5.0
"My two children switched to Guidepost Alicia in its opening week. I was not a mom who was originally excited about Spanish immersion, until I really started doing some research on the value of bilingualism, and I realized: I have a small window of time here when...

Rebecca G


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...
5.0
"Gisselle is amazing. She cares for my son as if he is her own. He loves coming to her and does not want to leave when I pick him up. He has made great friends there and she really has become part of our family."

Pani G


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...
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


Playmates A Wee Care Club

27281 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel, CA

Starting at $8/hr

4.0

(4)

We are Orange County's only state licensed provider of child care that gives parents the flexibility of hourly billing, evening hours and weekend hours. At Playmates our motto is: "Where kids can be kids and parents can be carefree." We care for children from the ages of 2 to 12. Please visit our...
5.0
"I LOVE playmates!! My three year old son loves it too. The staff is awesome and I love that it is a family owned buisness. The kids are well cared for and you can feel confident that they are in a happy and safe environment!"

Emily B


Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch

Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch

26462 Towne Centre Drive, Foothill Ranch, CA

Costimate: $200/wk

5.0

(1)

Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, where your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. At our beautiful Foothill Ranch location, your child will take advantage of the beautiful natural surroundings and patios that allow for an indoor-outdoor...
5.0
"Excellent school. My two boys went here until recently, and we only switched because a new Guidepost sister school was opening up that offered Spanish immersion, so we took advantage of that program. But before we switched, we were extremely happy at this school,...

Rebecca G


Dynamic Transported After-school Program

Dynamic Transported After-school Program

14805 Jeffrey Rd Ste F, Irvine, CA

Costimate: $312/wk

Our Transported After-school Program is a well-rounded program that serves most Irvine and Tustin schools for students in Training Kindergarten through 6th Grade. We pick your child up following their school dismissal time. We have 3 day (part-time) or 5 day (full-time) programs available. Our daily...

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After School Programs in Lake Forest, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 45 reviews of the 60 listed after school programs.