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Find Trusted After School Programs Near Me in Lake Forest, CA

We have 60 after school programs in Lake Forest, CA! Compare and find the best after school program to fit your needs.

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Camp Integem - College Park Elementary

3700 CHAPARRAL AVE IRVINE, CA

7 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Kindergarten
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KENSINGTON MONTESSORI OF LAGUNA NIGUEL

29702 KENSINGTON DR LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA

8 mi

Montessori
Academic
Preschool
Kensington Montessori is a small school located in a quiet neighborhood. We take the time to get to know our children and their families and to respond to the needs of every child as s/he develops awareness of the world and readiness for learning. We know that every child is gifted and our classrooms provide enriching, educational environments to develop and support those unique gifts..
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LePort Montessori (Irvine Spectrum South Campus)

1 TECHNOLOGY DR BLDG H STE 100 IRVINE, CA

3 mi

Montessori
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Montessori school offering programs from infancy through Kindergarten. Bright classrooms with many windows and en-suite restrooms are equipped with a full range of Montessori materials, and most classrooms have direct access to the outdoors to allow a flow between indoor play and outdoor gardening, art, and other activities. Play areas surround the school on three sides, providing children with the opportunity for active play from tricycles to play structures to ball games. Children gain knowledge for life, thinking skills, and strength of character.
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LePort Montessori (Irvine Orchard Hills Campus)

3983 PORTOLA PKWY IRVINE, CA

7 mi

Montessori
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
An authentic, nurturing Montessori school, offering toddler daycare and preschool/kindergarten, conveniently located to Irvine, Tustin, Orange, Anaheim & Santa Ana. At LePort Montessori Irvine Orchard Hills children thrive in a beautiful, nurturing and authentic Montessori environment. When your family joins our school, you become part of a community that values a child’s joyful and natural development—a community that helps children become independent “can-do” young people. Our aim is to help children gain what we call Knowledge for Life: the essential knowledge, thinking skills and strength of character, needed to flourish as joyous children today, and as successful adults tomorrow
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LePort Montessori (Irvine Woodbridge) PERMANENTLY CLOSED

26 LAKE RD IRVINE, CA

7 mi

Montessori
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Authentic Montessori school offering Mandarin Chinese immersion toddler daycare and preschool/kindergarten. Teachers are native Chinese speakers and use Mandarin to speak with children and with each other. Classrooms have direct access to the outdoors and contain a complete set of Montessori materials, including books and language materials in Mandarin Chinese, using Zhuyin phonetics and traditional characters. Teachers bring Chinese culture to life with stories, songs, and cultural elements, from art on the wall to decorative accents and Chinese containers for many activities.
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LePort Montessori (Irvine Spectrum North Campus)

1 TECHNOLOGY DR BLDG A IRVINE, CA

3 mi

Montessori
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Montessori school offering programs from infancy through 8th grade. Bright classrooms with many windows and en-suite restrooms are equipped with a full range of Montessori materials, and most classrooms have direct access to the outdoors to allow a flow between indoor play and outdoor gardening, art, and other activities. Play areas provide children with the opportunity for active play from tricycles to play structures to ball games. Children gain knowledge for life, thinking skills, and strength of character.
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LePort Montessori (Westpark)

1055 SAN MARINO IRVINE, CA

9 mi

Montessori
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Montessori school offering programs from infancy through Kindergarten. Bright classrooms with many windows and en-suite restrooms are equipped with a full range of Montessori materials, and most classrooms have direct access to the outdoors to allow a flow between indoor play and outdoor gardening, art, and other activities. Play areas surround the school on three sides, providing children with the opportunity for active play from tricycles to play structures to ball games. Children gain knowledge for life, thinking skills, and strength of character.
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LePort Montessori School (Irvine Mandarin)

3935 ALTON PKWY W PARK PLAZA IRVINE, CA

8 mi

Montessori
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Authentic Montessori school offering Mandarin Chinese immersion toddler daycare and preschool/kindergarten. Teachers are native Chinese speakers and use Mandarin to speak with children and with each other. Classrooms have direct access to the outdoors and contain a complete set of Montessori materials, including books and language materials in Mandarin Chinese, using Zhuyin phonetics and traditional characters. Teachers bring Chinese culture to life with stories, songs, and cultural elements, from art on the wall to decorative accents and Chinese containers for many activities.
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WESTCLIFF EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY

2941 ALTON PARKWAY IRVINE, CA

9 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Special needs
Academic
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We’re a newly renovated, state-of-the-art, nature-inspired early learning academy in Irvine near The District, blending Montessori and Reggio Emilia approaches. Our bright classrooms and thoughtfully designed outdoor learning spaces provide a safe, engaging, and inspiring environment for children ages 18 months to 6 years. At Westcliff, your child will receive individualized attention, explore hands-on projects, and develop a lifelong love of learning. Our Vietnamese dual-language immersion program offers children the chance to grow academically and culturally. Caring teachers nurture curiosity, creativity, and independence in a warm, welcoming community surrounded by nature.
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Dynamic Transported After-school Program

14805 Jeffrey Rd Ste F Irvine, CA

3 mi

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 educational block includes homework help, Book Club, Special Language Class, and more. Our program also offers optional one-on-one private academic tutoring and piano lessons. We keep students engaged with LEGO engineering, Chess Tournaments, Arts & Crafts, and other exciting activities. Students will also participate in 3 martial arts classes each week. Our 45-minute martial arts classes are designed to help your child develop self-discipline, character, and physical fitness.
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LePort Montessori Irvine Orchard Hills

3983 Portola Parkway Irvine, CA

8 mi

Montessori
Child care
Preschool
Our convenient neighborhood preschool offers nurturing Montessori programs for toddlers and preschool-aged children. In our authentic Montessori program, your child will benefit from stable, mixed-age classrooms communities, lead by a highly-trained, nurturing, stable teaching staff. All of our head teachers have completed the most rigorous, year-long AMI Montessori certification, and most have been with us for many years. We are proud of our ample outdoor space - whether gardening or painting outside or enjoying the playground space, our children love our outdoor areas. As our school matures year after year, our campus has become a tight-knit community of mostly local families, mainly from the immediate surrounding neighborhoods, such as Irvine Orchard Hills, Northpark, Northwood, West Irvine and South Tustin. By joining our campus, you'll not only find a safe, nurturing learning environment for your child, you'll also be able to meet many other local parents. We foster our community with many events, from family socials to monthly coffee chats; our parents also connect with each other, sharing photos and ideas on our school's private Facebook group.
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Smith's Home Preschool

43 Glenhurst Irvine, CA

7 mi

Smith's Home Preschool is run by myself, Kristel Smith. I am a credentialed elementary school teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Child and Adolescent Development. In addition, I have over 18 units of early childhood education and have worked in several after school care programs. I have been working with children for over 10 years and love to play, teach, and have fun! We offer Half day, or full day classes! Our Half day runs from 8-12 and our All Day Students attend from 8-5. Earlier drop off times are available for an additional charge. Our schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays. We also run fun events like Parent's Night out, Holiday Parties, and Movie Nights! Being home based provides your child with a comfortable environment and allows me the flexibility to work with you! We serve ages infant (by licensing standards this is any child under 2) to 6 years old! It's never to early to socialize and have fun with other children all while learning the necessary skills to begin kindergarten! We offer quality instruction that meets the developmental needs of your child no matter what level they are at! We believe learning should be fun and follow a Piaget philosophy while incorporating STEM activities. Come learn with us today!
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Kiddo Kare

26575 El Toboso Mission Viejo, CA

2 mi

Hello! I am a loving mom of 2 beautiful baby girls, ages 6 months & 16 months. I know firsthand how hard it is to go back to work after having a baby. I promise to give a loving, nurturing and safe environment for your little bundle of joy. Children should be spoiled with fun & love as long as it is safe and structured. If you provide a safe-haven for your little ones, they can grown and develop to be smart, sweet, fun-loving and well mannered children. I also follow an age appropriate preschool style to promote early learning with crafts and exciting activities. I also work on providing a schedule of feeding, napping and playtime for a happy baby and the sanity of parents. We enjoy going for walks and playing along the green belt. I was taught by the best NICU doctors and nurses after my youngest was born prematurely. Before your child is discharged, you go through a long list of requirements to be sure you are trained to care for your special infant. I was also an instructor for My Gym, teaching children of all ages. I can also care for your newborn siblings for a deep discount for all day, part day or after school care. I would love to be the home away from home for your child(ren). ADDED BONUS...Once a month, professional pictures will be done of your precious babies at no additional charge (you can decline if you'd like). There is even hot coffee to go for you before you head to work. Care will be in my home. Drop off and pick up time is flexible. I can do early mornings, late nights and overnighters. No need to get your kids ready. You can drop them off in PJs and I can get them ready for the day of fun. All meals and snacks are provided, both hot and cold (with the exception of formula). Diapers are provided. RATES: $55 per day for full day (more than 5 hours and no more than 10 hours). *$40 for each additional sibling/cousin. $35 per day for 1/2 day (less than 5 hours). *$25 for each additional sibling/cousin. $250 Full-time & 5 days per week. *$200 for each additional sibling/cousin. $60 for overnighters (up to 12 hours).
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World of knowledge learning center

14581 Oak Ave Irvine, CA

8 mi

World Of Knowledge Learning Center! Facility Number - 304313439 Grand opening Home Day Care Now enrolling. My name is Halsi, *15 years work experience with 6week-12 year olds as a lead teacher in preschools. *24ECE units, Associate degree with business studies, *strictly forcing on curriculum including lesson plans, Daily activities, circle time, worksheets with 3years & up, phonics (reading) & writing, sensory actives, nap time, outdoor play, book time, music & dancing, Art & Craft. *verity of summer & outdoor activities *hours are 6am-6pm Monday-Friday. Weekends available up on requests. *pick ups drop offs available *after school care
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Beswick Kid's Center

1362 Mitchell Ave Tustin, CA

3.0(2)

10 mi

Child care
Preschool
Beswick Kid's Center located in Tustin, CA is one of the childcare provider programs of Tustin Unified School District serving children from Kindergarten through Fifth Grade. The center offers Before and After School programs, including developmentally appropriate activities to enhance each child’s intellectual, academic, social-emotional, language, and physical development.

Karina S says "My child has attended Beswick Kid's Center for past 3 summers. Every summer the staff comes up with fun and very creative themes. My daughter has a lot fun...

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Lulu's Fun House

30 Montecilo Foothill Ranch, CA

5.0(12)

4 mi

-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 making us your choice and entrusting us with your little one. We promise your child will be in excellent, loving and nurturing hands with a safe environment, while growing and creating beautiful childhood memories. Thank you again, and we look forward to beautiful childhood memories at Lulu's Fun House. Respectfully, Ms. Nouf Director Lulu's Fun House Lic #304313415 949-292-7578

Care Member says "We started our son, B, at an in-home daycare. when he was just 5 months old, and we always felt confident that he was safe and happy with Ms. N. She...

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Iscc

17155 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA

7 mi

Child care
The Iscc located at 17155 Gillete Avenue, Irvine, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities. The school is open from nine AM to five PM, Mondays through Fridays
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Kohitsuji Gakuen Preschool

15 Orange Tree Irvine, CA

3 mi

Preschool
Kohitsuji Gakuen Preschool located at 15 Orange Tree, Irvine, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from ten AM to three PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It also offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks.
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Irvine Family Childcare

8 Sassafras Irvine, CA

3 mi

Child care
Established in 2013, Irvine Family Childcare provides childcare services. Extended care such as before and after school programs are offered. It is located at 8 Sassafras Irvine CA.
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Child Development Centers, Inc.

1936 E Deere Ave Ste 220 Santa Ana, CA

9 mi

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child Development Centers, Inc. located at 1936 E Deere Ave Ste 220, Santa Ana, CA offers Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten Enrichment, Before and After School Care, and Camp programs. The center aims to enrich children's lives through quality, accredited child development programs and a commitment to developmentally appropriate practice.
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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Lake Forest, CA

After-school programs near you in Lake Forest, CA vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.

After school programs near you in Lake Forest, CA provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.

Depending on the program, activities in Lake Forest, CA may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.

To find a good after school program near you in Lake Forest, CA, look no further than Care.com. You can use Care.com to compare the profiles of different after school programs in your area, including how much they cost.

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