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After School Programs in Orange, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed after school programs

CLEVER ENDEAVORS EARLY CARE & EDUCATION, INC.

We love the school! We've had both of our kids there for several years. We love their focus on academics but also on social/emotional...

- Janice T.

NOBIS Montessori

I have two young boys who attend. I could not be more please with the school or their curriculums. They give both my boys such love,...

- Erin G.

Alia's Daycare

My daughter Kenzie went to Alia’s Daycare for two years, and unfortunately we had to leave because we moved. We truly miss it! Kenzie was...

- Amal I.

After School Programs Near Orange

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Covenant Christian School

1855 Orange Olive Rd Orange, CA

Preschool
Child care
Covenant Christian School located in Orange, CA offers Bible-based curriculum, Before and After School Care, Summer Camp, and Preschool through Eighth Grade programs. The school specializes in children from Preschool to Eighth Grade and operates Mondays through Fridays from 8 AM to 2:40 PM.
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The Whitworth School

1130 East Walnut Ave Orange, CA

Preschool
The Whitworth School located at 1130 East Walnut Avenue, Orange, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from nine AM to four PM, Mondays through Fridays. It provides programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including...
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St. John's Lutheran School

154 S Shaffer St Orange, CA

Preschool
Child care
Saint John's Lutheran School located at 154 South Shaffer Street, Orange, California, offers childcare and learning services. The school operates from twelve-fifteen PM to three-fifteen PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school...
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Childtime-Orange

2839 E Villa Real Dr Orange, CA

Child care
Childtime in Orange, CA offers exceptional infant care, preschool and other services. The center works from 6:30 AM to 6 PM, Mondays through Fridays. They offer programs such as Infants, Toddlers, Early Preschool, Preschool, Jr. Kindergarten, Before and After School, and Summer Camp.
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Childtime

2839 Villa Real Dr Orange, CA

Preschool
Child care
Childtime located in Orange, CA offers Infants, Toddlers, Early Preschool, Preschool, Junior Kindergarten, Before and After School Care, and Summer Camp programs. The center specializes in children ages six weeks to twelve years old and operates Mondays through Fridays from 6:30 AM to 6 PM.
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CLEVER ENDEAVORS EARLY CARE & EDUCATION, INC.

491 N HEWES ST ORANGE, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

We are currently accepting registration for our acclaimed Private TK/Kindergarten program for Fall 2021! • Small group size of 12:1 allows for tailored instruction to meet each child’s needs. • Our kindergarten teacher is credentialed in elementary education with a teaching credential from CSUF, as well as a bachelor’s...

Janice T. says "We love the school! We've had both of our kids there for several years. We love their focus on academics but also on social/emotional growth. The teachers...

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NOBIS Montessori

264 N MAIN ST ORANGE, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Academic
Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
So what makes a Montessori education different from other private or public schools? The answer; we treat each of our students as the unique individuals they are, and we educate them with Montessori materials, using the Montessori method. Maria Montessori believed that within each child there is potential for greatness. When...

Erin G. says "I have two young boys who attend. I could not be more please with the school or their curriculums. They give both my boys such love, attention and care. I...

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Adventures In Learning Preschool & Child Care

157 S Malena Dr Orange, CA

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Adventures In Learning Preschool & Child Care is an early childhood education facility located at 157 S Malena Dr., Orange, California. It offers both full-time and part-time programs. Its services include infant care, preschool, and after-school programs. It is open Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Alia's Daycare

12152 Emrys Ave GARDEN GROVE, CA

5.0(3)
starting at
$780/mo
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Day Care
At our licensed home daycare, we provide a safe, loving, and engaging environment where children feel right at home. We care for infants through school-age children and focus on learning through play, hands-on activities, arts and crafts, music, outdoor play, and age-appropriate educational experiences. With a Bachelor’s degree...

Amal I. says "My daughter Kenzie went to Alia’s Daycare for two years, and unfortunately we had to leave because we moved. We truly miss it! Kenzie was always so happy...

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LOVE 2 LEARN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

1200 W 17th St SANTA ANA, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

International
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
+ 3 more
WE ARE A COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL AND AN AFTERSCHOOL CARE PROGRAM THAT HAS BEEN IN THE SAME LOCATION FOR MORE THAN 40 YEARS. WE TAKE PRIDE IN OUR CURRICULUM, STAFF THAT HAS BEEN WITH US LONG TERM AND THE PARENTS AND CHILDREN WHO HAVE TRUSTED US OVER MANY GENERATIONS. FEES INCLUDE ALL MELAS AND SNACKS. WE HAVE CLOSED CIRCUIT CAMERAS...

Care Member says "Love 2 Learn Preschool & Kindergarten Dear Teachers, I would like to take a moment to sincerely thank you for all the wonderful and special...

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Tree House School

114 S. Cherry St. Anaheim, CA

5.0(6)
Treehouse school is currently taking a break and we do not have any openings Welcome to the Tree House School! PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: - A fun, safe, and engaging learning environment - A clean, organized, and nurturing home - Fresh, healthy snacks (many organic choices) and homemade meals - Early Literacy Skills...

Grace W. says "I was extremely fortunate enough to land care with Taryn at treehouse school for my son. He started when we was nearly 11 months old and has really...

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LITTLE SCHOLARS CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTER

17331 LOS ANGELES ST YORBA LINDA, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$687/mo
Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
ONE MONTH FREE TUITION!!! We make it fun to learn! We are a family run center established in 2002. We are not just a child care, we give your child the tools they need to grow at their own speed. We encourage your child to come and play as we open their minds to a whole new world to explore!

Care Member says "I have long term experience with both kids attending Little Scholars. My older daughter started at age 2, through pre-k, and my younger son started at 3...

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EDGEWOOD PRE-PRIMARY ACADEMY

1091 BRYAN AVE TUSTIN, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1020/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Kindergarten
+ 2 more
Edgewood Academy – Where there is a Love for Learning! Preschool – Pre-Kindergarten – Kindergarten Edgewood PrePrimary Academy has a 65 year history of local teaching. We proudly offer education for children, aged 2½ through kindergarten. Each child comes to us with a natural curiosity and love for learning. We...

Joanna G. says "They provided a great foundation both socially and academically for our daughter."

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BITAR, JOHANNA

187 SALMON IRVINE, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
At Alphablocks Daycare, we believe that every child is a unique little explorer with their own set of talents and interests. Our nurturing environment fosters curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning, ensuring that your child thrives both socially and emotionally. Our dedicated team of experienced caregivers is...

Julian N. says "Johanna is really awesome, she has an awesome team of helpers. She is responsible, caring, and very thoughtful. If we are missing something she provides...

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FREE CHAPEL PRESCHOOL

2777 MCGAW AVE IRVINE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1900/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Faith based
Kindergarten
Preschool
+ 1 more
Give your child a strong foundation for life at our Christian preschool! We believe in nurturing the whole child—spiritually, academically, and socially—within a warm, loving, faith-centered environment. Through Bible stories, hands-on learning, and creative play, we help preschoolers discover God’s love while building...

Georgia I. says "class size is small. Administration is very respectful and on top of what's going on in the classrooms. I love that its a Christian academy."

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Abc Daycare

14 Lilac Irvine, CA

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 Associate) certification. We have...

Gloria T. says "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...

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FAMILY HEART PRESCHOOL CENTER LTD.

1555 WEST COMMONWEALTH AVENUE FULLERTON, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 1 more
We at Family Heart Preschool Center are a newly evolved preschool budding from our humble beginnings as a Large Family Home Childcare owned and operated by the mother/daughter Dynamic Duel Mrs. Tammy Hill, CEO and Mrs. Liza Boone (CFO/Director). At Family Heart Preschool Center or FHPC we strive to bring to the city of Fullerton...

Care Member says "Liza and her team go above and beyond to care for and teach our kiddos. It makes going to work so much easier knowing they’re in such good hands with...

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Excel Montessori Family Childcare

172 Cloudbreak IRVINE, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

International
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
We provide a safe nurturing environment where children develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning. We value and prioritize safety, communication, and individualized attention to support children and parents. I have been working in childcare for 18 years. We do accept subsidy.

Care Member says "My child attended this daycare for over two years, starting at a very young age, and we had such a wonderful experience. The environment is small,...

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WESTCLIFF EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY

2941 ALTON PARKWAY IRVINE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1300/mo
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
+ 5 more
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...

Care Member says "New facility looks beautiful and is clean, teachers are friendly and well qualified, and outside area is big and shaded. Would definitely recommend!"

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Donya’s Home Daycare

CULVER/WALNUT IRVINE, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Faith based
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
+ 4 more
Our focus here is to offer your children the care, comfort and love. The peace of mind that comes from knowing your child is in the safest hands. The mission of Donya's child care is to provide a safe, nurturing and recreational environment for all children. At Donya's Child care we take care of mental, emotional, and physical...

Kayla B. says "We love Donya and her family, and feel so lucky to have found her daycare. We started looking for someone to look after our daughter when she was about 10...

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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Orange, CA

After-school programs near you in Orange, 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 Orange, 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 Orange, 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 Orange, 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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