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Child Care Centers in Costa Mesa, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

Kiddie Academy of Costa Mesa

My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care...

- Natalie V.

NOBIS PRESCHOOL-Costa Mesa

They are so sweet with our children! They also have good structure, safety measures, and lessons. The kids have so much fun and get a lot...

- Care member

A CHILD'S PLACE LEARNING CENTER, INC.

Both of my kids have been going to a Child's Place Learning for a few years now. The teachers are wonderful. They have a great educational...

- Lisa W.

Centers Near Costa Mesa!

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Orange Tree Christian Preschool

2115 NEWPORT BLVD COSTA MESA, CA

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
+ 3 more
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Kiddie Academy of Costa Mesa

1815 ANAHEIM AVE COSTA MESA, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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NOBIS PRESCHOOL-Costa Mesa

190 E 15TH ST COSTA MESA, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1640/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Our program is centered on the belief that the first few years of a child’s life are critical for their developmental foundation and socialization. We believe that by providing a home-like environment that is safe, comfortable, and loving, a child’s creativity will be nurtured. The philosophy of this Center is a holistic...

Care Member says "They are so sweet with our children! They also have good structure, safety measures, and lessons. The kids have so much fun and get a lot out of their...

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A CHILD'S PLACE LEARNING CENTER, INC.

1941 CHURCH ST COSTA MESA, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Day Care
Preschool
+ 1 more
At A CHILD’S PLACE LEARNING CENTER, INC., we believe each child is a unique individual and we strive to provide a loving, nurturing, and creative environment for all children. We are sensitive to their social, emotional, cognitive and physical needs and our focus is on developmentally appropriate practices that revolve around...

Lisa W. says "Both of my kids have been going to a Child's Place Learning for a few years now. The teachers are wonderful. They have a great educational background. It's...

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Parentz View Child Care

3202 Montana Avenue Costa Mesa, CA

Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
+ 2 more
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 quit my job to be able to stay...
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Mundo de Juguete

3136 Trinity Dr Costa Mesa, CA

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
International
+ 5 more
Offering care 24/7 Please call 714-791-1114
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Giant Step Learning Center

758 St. Clair Street COSTA MESA, CA

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Montessori
Day Care
Preschool
+ 1 more
At Giant Step Learning Center, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and inspiring place to grow. Our Montessori-inspired curriculum encourages curiosity, creativity, and independence—helping children build strong academic and social foundations that last a lifetime.
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PACIFIC ACADEMY

2987 MESA VERDE DR E COSTA MESA, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2150/mo
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
International
+ 4 more
Pacific Academy Costa Mesa Preschool provides an excellent experience for boys and girls ages 3 and 4. The trilingual program is designed to provide children with a diverse, exciting, and stimulating environment. Each class promotes learning through "hands-on" experiences. Projects and activities address a wide variety of school...
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Harbor Trinity Preschool

1230 Baker St Costa Mesa, CA

State license verified

Faith based
Academic
Child care
Preschool
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 activities include: Letter & Number...
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Renascence School International

2987 Mesa Verde E Costa Mesa, CA

International
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Renascence School International prepares students for the global environment through strong academics, creativity training, leadership opportunities, and proficiency in world languages.
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GIANT STEP LEARNING CENTER

758 SAINT CLAIR ST COSTA MESA, CA

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
International
+ 3 more
The Goal of Giant Step Learning Center is to maximize your child’s potential by providing hands-on materials, dedicated teachers, personalized curriculum, and lifelong study skills to cultivate your child’s intellectual, physical, emotional, and social development. Providing the right environment, with freedom, respect and fun,...
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Page Academy

657 Victoria Street Costa Mesa, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
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, goals, and experiences. We...
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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 members. The ratio for infant...
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Shekinah Christian Preschool

2987 Mesa Verde Dr. E Costa Mesa, CA

Child care
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 teacher-initiated activities. The school's...
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A Childs Place Learning Center

1941 Church St. Costa Mesa, CA

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
A Childs Place Learning Center located at 1941 Church Street, Costa Mesa, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. If offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school operates from...
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OCC Children's Center

2701 Fairview Rd Costa Mesa, CA

Child care
Preschool
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 serves children ages six months to...
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St. Joachim Church Day Care Center

1964 Orange Ave. Costa Mesa, CA

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
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 curriculum includes music,...
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Giant Step Learning Center

758 Saint Clair St Costa Mesa, CA

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
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, and their programs are...
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Back Bay Montessori

398 University Drive Costa Mesa, CA

Child care
Preschool
Back Bay Montessori 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 two to six years old.
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Ability First - Costa Mesa

1060 Paularino Ave Costa Mesa, CA

Child care
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 Living. They are open on...
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Costa Mesa, CA

Child care centers near you in Costa Mesa, CA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Costa Mesa, CA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Costa Mesa, CA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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