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Child Care Centers in Dana Point, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

Nobis Preschool - Dana Point

The teachers are really great with the kids. The program is great in getting the kids to interact with each other. They are always very...

- Aria D.

ginas daycare

Gina's Day Care is the best in OC. Truly 5 Stars all day any day!! As new parents we couldn't ask for more. Gina is so friendly and...

- Niko C.

Kaida Childcare

Kaida is an amazing facility. The classrooms are beautiful, fun, and educational; a perfect place for children of any age. The director...

- Care member

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Nobis Preschool - Dana Point

26153 VICTORIA BLVD DANA POINT, CA

4.5(2)

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...

Aria D. says "The teachers are really great with the kids. The program is great in getting the kids to interact with each other. They are always very accommodating to the...

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Developmental (play-based)
Child care

Niko C. says "Gina's Day Care is the best in OC. Truly 5 Stars all day any day!! As new parents we couldn't ask for more. Gina is so friendly and takes care of our...

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DANA POINT MONTESSORI

33501 DEL OBISPO ST DANA POINT, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Montessori
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
+ 2 more
Welcome to Dana Point Montessori Preschool. We are a private school serving South Orange County for over 15 years and as of March 2019 are under new ownership. Schedule a tour and come see our classroom and playground plans & improvements! Our school is located only 5 minutes from the beach and 3 minutes from the 5...
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Dana Montessori Preschool

34052 Violet Lantern St Dana Point, CA

Child care
Preschool
The Dana Montessori Preschool offers childcare for two to five year old children in Dana Point, California. Their facilities provide an age and developmentally appropriate environment for social, physical, and cognitive growth in which each child has opportunities to learn, grow and succeed. Dana Montessori Preschool is open...
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St. Edward the Confessor Parish Preschool

33866 Calle La Primavera Dana Point, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Saint Edward the Confessor Parish Preschool provides quality early childhood Catholic education in Dana Point, California. The school offers a developmental preschool program that allows children to learn, grow and develop social and emotional skills. Highly qualified staff guide and encourage children to develop...
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Monarch Bay Montessori Academy

32920 Pacific Coast Hwy Dana Point, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Located in Dana Point, California, Monarch Bay Montessori Academy is a learning facility that provides early childhood education since 2003. It accepts children ages two and a half up to twelve years old. The Academy offers both full-time and part-time programs to meet the needs of different families. Additionally, it offers...
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Kaida Childcare

24442 MOULTON PKWY LAGUNA WOODS, CA

4.5(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
At Kaida Childcare, we are dedicated to providing the utmost care for your children in a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment. We’re here to support every aspect of your child’s development, from their social and emotional growth to their intellectual curiosity through our play-based educational curriculum. Our goal is to...

Care Member says "Kaida is an amazing facility. The classrooms are beautiful, fun, and educational; a perfect place for children of any age. The director there is as...

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Taylor's Daycare

30252 Pacific Island Dr Apt 158 Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Montessori
Child care
Dragonfly Garden Family Childcare has 4 spots becoming available come March 2023. Three for children over 2 and one infant spot for a child under 2 years old. Daily Rate - $48 Full and Part Time Availability Tuition includes meals such as breakfast and lunch. Dragonfly Garden is a small family daycare run by a mother...

Stacey D. says "Taylor Bowen worked several years at Busy Bee Haven. During that time she assisted in supervising and being responsible for the well being of young...

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CHRIST COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

25382 MACKENZIE ST LAGUNA HILLS, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1255/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Preschool
We are a non-profit, faith based preschool serving families in South Orange County. We believe each child is a gift from God. Children are individuals with spiritual, physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs that need to be met with developmental and academic curriculum in a safe and nurturing environment. Christ...

Natalie F. says "My husband and I are beyond grateful that we found Christ Community Preschool for our oldest son. After a Google search for preschools near our house,...

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Kiddie Academy of Mission Viejo

25521 MUIRLANDS BLVD MISSION VIEJO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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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Kiddieland Preschool

27101 Aliso Creek Road #154 Aliso Viejo, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
Kiddieland Preschool established in 1994 in Aliso Viejo operates Monday through Friday. We welcome children between the ages of 18 months through 6 years old. Our wonderful thematic program is exciting and fun for our children. We also have an extremely interactive circle time when our children are introduced to the pledge...

Julia P. says "They take children starting at 18 months. Our daughter started here so timid but Kristin took her in like her own. We toured many schools and even tried...

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SAN JUAN MONTESSORI

32143 ALIPAZ ST SAN JUAN CAPO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1150/mo
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
At San Juan Montessori, our mission is to provide an exceptional, child-centered educational experience that fosters a lifelong love of learning, empowers young minds to reach their full potential, and cultivates responsible, compassionate, and globally-aware citizens. We are committed to upholding the principles of Maria...

Hailey X. says "My son has been attending for about 6 months now. They are truly amazing, we were at a different Montessori school before and they were fine, but this...

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La Mancha Daycare

26567 EL TOBOSO MISSION VIEJO, CA

4.7(6)
starting at
$380/mo
Child care
Day Care
In-Home daycare
Hi! We’re Lamancha Daycare and we're a home daycare providing childcare to families. Our goal is to ensure children reach their developmental milestones in a loving and compassionate environment. We are open from 7:30 am to 4.30pm and offer care on M - F. Availability is open, the rates are weekly. so contact us today to learn...

Care Member says "Great people there , helpful and communication is amazing. Great environment for the kids all age "

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Guidepost Montessori at Alicia

25261 Paseo De Alicia Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)
Montessori
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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 surroundings and patios that allow for...

Rebecca G. says "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...

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Laguna Niguel Montessori Center

28083 MOULTON PKWY STE B LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
At Laguna Niguel Montessori Center, our mission is to use the celebrated Montessori approach to teaching and provide children with a high-quality education that prepares their mind and heart for the future. As an AMS (American Montessori Society) affiliate, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of Montessori pedagogy....
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CAPSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL

2021 CALLE FRONTERA SAN CLEMENTE, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2335/mo
Montessori
Child care
Kindergarten
Welcome to Capstone Montessori School, where young minds blossom and flourish! Nestled in the heart of San Clemente, our school provides a nurturing and enriching environment for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old. At Capstone, we embrace the Montessori philosophy, offering a holistic approach to education that fosters...
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McDowell School

29028 ALOMA AVE LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
McDowell School offers exceptional care and education, starting with our infant program, and grows with your children as they transition through preschool into elementary school. We successfully bridge the real world with the classroom through a challenging and enriched curriculum. Within our optimal classroom settings we can...
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Marinia Academy Alternative Education Center

1968 S. Coast Hwy Laguna Beach, CA

Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Marinia Academy provides In-home Childcare to children with developmental delays, learning challenges, or disabilities. We also provide Reading Therapy, IEP Tutoring, and ABA Therapy. Our childcare team is trained to provide mentally stimulating learning activities, homework help, meal prep, and light cleaning.
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6597 - Tutor Time of Laguna Niguel

24291 AVILA RD LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA

State license verified

Child care
Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day at Tutor Time is educational....

Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics:...

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Childcare Extraordinaire

15 Calle Carmelita San Clemente, CA

As the owner of Childcare Extraordinaire, I take pride in caring for your children. We are a well known Home Daycare center in the city of San Clemente. We are open from 6:30 am to 5:45 pm, Monday through Friday. We offer a variety of activities including music, letters and numbers, phonics, art, creative and outside play!...
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Child care centers near you in Dana Point, 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 Dana Point, 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.

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