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We have 60 child care centers in Foothill Ranch, CA! Compare and find the best child care center to fit your needs.

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Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch

26462 Towne Centre Drive Foothill Ranch, CA

5.0(1)

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Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
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 classroom flow. Now enrolling for infant through elementary.

Rebecca G. says "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...

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Kaida Childcare

24442 MOULTON PKWY LAGUNA WOODS, CA

4.5(2)

8 mi

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 build strong foundations and help your child grow with confidence and a love of learning.

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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Silverado Children's Center - A Nature Preschool

7525 Santiago Canyon Rd Silverado, CA

5.0(1)

3 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Child care
Preschool
The Silverado Children Center is dedicated to providing environmentally centered child-care, focused on each child's individual needs and learning/developmental style. We are dedicated to hands-on learning by working in an outdoor environment with plants and animals, while integrating teamwork and adventure. Our educational environment allows children to learn by doing, develop a connection to nature, and work collaboratively with others. We inspire students to explore, want to learn, care for living things, and be a part of a team.

Katherine B. says "Kids need to be outside. This is a great place for kids to connect with nature and be around animals too. Love this place! I would definitely send my...

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Chai Tots Chabad Of Irvine

5010 BARRANCA PKWY IRVINE, CA

5.0(1)

8 mi

For over 40 years, our pre-school has been offering the joy of Judaism with the warmth of family and community in a safe and loving environment. Our progressive child-centered curriculum offers individual attention, emotional and physical growth for each child. Our highly trained and experienced staff are dedicated to maximizing the potential of every student with care.

Jared & Ariella C. says "Its a wonderful facility people there are wonderful our kids love it!"

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La Mancha Daycare

26567 EL TOBOSO MISSION VIEJO, CA

4.7(6)

9 mi

starting at
$380/mo
Day Care
In-Home daycare
Child care
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 more and schedule a tour!

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)

8 mi

Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
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 an indoor-outdoor classroom flow. Now enrolling toddler through Kindergarten.

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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Kiddie Academy of Mission Viejo

25521 MUIRLANDS BLVD MISSION VIEJO, CA

5.0(1)

7 mi

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 childhood education.

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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Pomegranate Lake Forest Preschool

20931 PARKRIDGE LAKE FOREST, CA

5.0(2)

4 mi

starting at
$1390/mo
Reggio emilia
Montessori
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Welcome to our Montessori-Reggio inspired preschool, a nurturing and innovative educational environment located in the heart of Lake Forest, CA. Our preschool operates from a beautifully designed home, meticulously tailored to meet the needs of our young learners. At our preschool, we blend the Montessori method with Reggio Emilia principles to create a holistic and child-centered approach to early education. Our curriculum is designed to foster independence, creativity, and a love for learning through hands-on activities and exploration. We invite you to visit our preschool and see firsthand the joyful and engaging learning environment we provide. Our dedicated and experienced staff is committed to nurturing your child's growth and development, ensuring they thrive both academically and socially. For more information or to schedule a tour, please contact us. We look forward to welcoming you to our preschool family!

Perry E. says "I am absolutely thrilled with the experience my child has had at Pomegranate School! My child has been going here about two years now. She loves Ms....

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Normandale Family Childcare

SUMMIT LAKE FOREST, CA

5.0(10)

4 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
In-Home daycare
Welcome to Normandale 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, writing, music, arts, crafts, and sensory development. We will also promote ways for your children to learn life skills. Outdoor activities are also incorporated in your child's day in a Safe, large, and beautiful backyard with play sets and activities in order to build strong bones and enable healthy fitness levels as they develop. Our program consists variety of activities for kids like: Inside Activities (Circle & Work Time): Math & Science, Language & Literacy, Practical Life, Art and Manipulative, Drawing, Painting, play dough, Cutting, Colors, Shapes, Sorting, Stacking, Filling & Dumping, Letters & Numbers, Music & Movement, Story & Audio Books, flannel board, Sing Songs, Yoga Class. Outside Activities (Physical Activities): Running, Bike, Push Cars, Wagon Pull, Sand Box, Water Table, Tossing and Catching, Role Play, Dress-up, Block Building, Puzzles, Table Games, Books & Stories, Art and Manipulative. Our Services: Quality care for infants, toddlers& preschoolers (3 months - 6 years old). Healthy Meals(Breakfast, Morning Snack, Lunch & Afternoon Snack). Weekend Care is Available Upon Request (Non-Traditional Hours including Weekend& Evenings). Extended hours available upon request for Daily Guests (Weekend & Evening). Liability Insurance included. Potty training. Sibling Discount. Our teachers are educated persons with more than 20 years of experience working with children. They are the mothers of wonderful kids and have excellent references. Qualifications: California State Child Care License # 304313673, Child Development Associate (CDA), Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certified, California Child Development Teacher Permits, Management in the school and child care settings Certified, BS Degree in Computer Engineering & Math, Electrocardiography Technician Certificate, DISC and Teamwork Certified, CPR/AED/First Aid Certified, Preventative Health and Safety Certified. Schedule a Tour and come visit us today! Text/Call (949)750-9494 now to get more information please.

Care Member says "My son has been at this loving program for the last year and has grown and developed so much!! The teachers and care givers provide a nurturing and...

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Kiddieland Preschool

27101 Aliso Creek Road #154 Aliso Viejo, CA

5.0(1)

10 mi

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 of allegiance, Spanish, solar system, US presidents/states, and the typical ABC's and 123's. We offer full time and part time care. We also have been offerring effective potty training for the past 17 years.

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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CHRIST COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

25382 MACKENZIE ST LAGUNA HILLS, CA

5.0(3)

8 mi

starting at
$1255/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Faith based
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 Community Preschool is a Christ-centered setting where parents can leave their children, secure in the knowledge that the child will be nurtured in a facility that fosters children in their development.

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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7705 - Great Foundations Montessori - Tustin

15140 KENSINGTON PARK DR TUSTIN, CA

5.0(1)

9 mi

Child care
Day Care
Early childhood education and quality child care are essential for supporting today’s families. We’re proud to provide stability, reliability, and a unique learning experience for your child. This is much more than simply daycare. Montessori Unlimited represents one of the largest networks of authentic Montessori schools in the United States. Each school offers authentic, sensory-based Montessori materials, self-directed learning experiences, and trained, MACTE-accredited teachers (Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education) in our Primary classrooms. We’re focused on your child’s development and we’re proud to offer them a warm, nurturing experience in a stimulating Montessori prepared environment.

Mayah C. says "My daughter has been going to this school for almost 2 years and every day I am blown away by the level of care she is in. She feels so loved by her...

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Lake Forest Family Daycare

22832 Aspan St. Lake Forest, CA

5.0(4)

4 mi

May has been working with children for two decades now and has made taking care of them her lifelong passion. She has a degree in child development, has worked at college campus daycares, centers, at home family daycares, and eventually opened up her own family daycare in 2015 in San Marcos. After five years of wonderful experiences, she moved to Lake Forest and wishes to continue her passion at her second home daycare. She has immense respect for both parents and their children equally, acknowledging the children's' growing individuality. The home provided for her children is kept regularly sanitized multiple ties per day, and she enforces a safe and comfortable learning environment for children to learn to share, be themselves, and grow through positive social interactions, all while having lots and lots of fun.May believes nutrition is as important as education and therefore provides two homemade meals and two snacks every single day, making sure she makes everything with love and care. Since May is a mother herself, she is highly educated on children's nutrition and will make sure all her children at her facility get whole, well rounded meals. She is a certified preschool teacher, CPR and First Aid Trained, and also registered with the YMCA, CPA, CalWorks. Her ultimate goal is the well-being of your child, and her glowing references will definitely prove how committed to that vision she is. We are now providing overnight care, perfect for parents who are working night shifts. Call us to inquire further!

Min says "Both of my kids (age 4 and 2) have been going to May's home daycare since Fall 2020. I feel comfortable that her daycare is licensed and clean. She follows...

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Tiny Bear Day Care, Llc

18 San Gabriel Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

5.0(2)

6 mi

Tiny Bear Day Care is an in-home childcare environment. As I searched for a childcare for my own children, I discovered a strong need for more intimate, and private childcare settings. Too often children are getting lost in the shuffle at large childcare centers. In my home, your child will receive one-on-one attention, love, trust, and the security they need and deserve to thrive in their development and in their relationships with other children. I am licensed by the State of California! It's important to know your care provider has been fully background checked, and adheres to state regulated standards for sanitation, safety, and care. The department of social services makes regular visits to my facility to ensure I am maintaining proper licensing requirements. License # 304313212 Adult & Pediatric CPR, First Aid with health & safety certification.

Monica W. says "Nicole is absolutely wonderful and an excellent caretaker! She is extremely professional. As a parent, we have her app which allows us to see everything...

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LEARNING EXPERIENCE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER, THE

23421 MADERO MISSION VIEJO, CA

5.0(2)

6 mi

starting at
$1450/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
The Learning Experience has been serving the families of Saddleback and south Orange County for over 39 years. We provide a creative, nurturing environment with a developmental curriculum geared towards kindergarten readiness and personal social growth.

Jeniffer B. says "They offer so many great things! It's a very loving and stimulating environment! The staff is long term, friendly and committed. The class rooms are...

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FREE CHAPEL PRESCHOOL

2777 MCGAW AVE IRVINE, CA

5.0(1)

10 mi

starting at
$1800/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 confidence, friendships, and essential skills for school readiness. Our experienced teachers are passionate about guiding children to grow in character, kindness, and knowledge, preparing them to shine brightly as they step into the next chapter of their education and faith journey. Join us, and let’s partner together to plant seeds of faith and learning in your little one’s heart!

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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Shining Stars Home Daycare

27091 Via San Diego Mission Viejo, CA

5.0(1)

6 mi

Shining Stars provides child care services to working and busy parents in South Orange County. We are located in Barcelona North residential community in City of Mission Viejo. We are happily caring for the age groups of 3 months old infants to six year old school age kids. My 15 years of professional experience as a Pre School/ Montessori Infant/ Toddler Teacher served many families in the area through several childcare centers in South Orange County. I am also an ECE certified teacher (Early Childhood Education) as well as CPR / First Aid trained and certified for children. Our outdoor play area is spacious and filled with age appropriate toys for a fun filled and yet fruitful experience. We offer childcare for families looking for their child a loving and kind environment that is just like home. Safety of the children is our number one priority. At our home daycare, the goal is to help children learn important psychological, social, emotional and behavioral skills that prepare them for a meaningful and satisfied future. Although we are a family child care, we will be also teaching the Montessori materials to nourish their self confidence and hands-on learning experience. We provide healthy, nutritious and yummy lunches and snacks. Since this is a small family daycare we maintain our ratios low to ensure the children get more loving and personalized care. We are waiting to warmly welcome your new family to ours here at Shining Stars.

Care Member says "We started bringing our son to Shining Stars when he was 3 months old (he's 2.5 now), I was a first time mom so was super nervous. Menik alleviated all...

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EDGEWOOD PRE-PRIMARY ACADEMY

1091 BRYAN AVE TUSTIN, CA

5.0(1)

9 mi

starting at
$1020/mo
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
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 believe it is our responsibility to nurture this curiosity and help this love grow. Children will realize their greatest potential after they have experienced frequent success in a warm loving and positive environment. In our classrooms and outdoor spaces, children can achieve optimal growth in all areas of the curriculum with one teacher and no more than 12 students in a completely separate classroom designed to enhance each child’s opportunities for growth. The individual teacher remains the single most important factor. Our teachers are full-time professionals. They are trained, experienced and credentialed in early childhood education. Edgewood teachers are always available to their parents and use many recourses to communicate with their students’ parents. Classroom teacher conferences with parents are held three times throughout the year to ensure that all areas of social, emotional and academic development are progressing and continued to be challenged. Core Programs Our Core Programs are designed to meet your child’s needs the year round. We accept children between the ages of 2 1/2 and 6 1/2. You may choose to enroll your child in either the 10-month program August through May or the 12-month program. Students may enroll for all or part of the summer program during June and July. Summer camp information is available in April each year. Year round, all programs are available for 5 days a week, 3 days a week (Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays), or 2 days a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays). Extended Day Program Edgewood Academy assists our working parents by offering an Extended Day schedule for their children Monday through Friday and selected holidays. We open at 7:00 am and close at 6:00 pm. During Extended Day, the students are still learning and growing through the varied activities carefully planned by our Extended Day Teachers. Additionally, our Extended Day Teachers work with the Kindergarten students in completing homework assignments and special projects. A healthy afternoon snack is provided by Edgewood and the students enjoy outdoor recess time so that their gross motor skills continue to develop. We know that you have many choices in finding the school that meets your child’s needs. We invite you to tour our school and learn more about our programs and meet a caring and loving staff. Now Enrolling in Preschool Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten with Extended Day Care available before and after school. Now Enrolling Preschool-Pre-Kindergarten-Kindergarten

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

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6019 - Tutor Time of Irvine

12860 CENTRAL PARK AVE IRVINE, CA

5.0(1)

6 mi

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. It's social. And it's highly energetic. The secret ingredient is our LifeSmart curriculum, which creates fruitful, hands-on learning and confident self-expression. Inspired by Howard Gardner's multiple intelligences theory, LifeSmart recognizes and embraces the different strengths and abilities of individual children. Those differences are embraced and used to drive a customized early education that addresses the specific needs of your child. Check this out: In our ongoing commitment to share a quality experience with every family, we have a new look: A fresh coat of paint, upgraded floors, updated playground, and more!

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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Columbus Grove Daycare

57 SNOWDROP TREE IRVINE, CA

5.0(3)

9 mi

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Montessori
In-Home daycare
Columbus Grove Daycare is a licensed large in-home family daycare in the heart of Irvine, CA that offers an inviting, nurturing, and warm space for children to grow and develop. Our priorities in preparation for Kindergarten are: academic enrichment, developing fine and gross motor skills through various activities, social and emotional development, and creativity through arts and crafts and music. The in-home daycare facility fosters a safe space through a designated classroom / learning area, custom beds and fitted sheets for nap time, and a spacious outdoor playtime area. Chi (Daycare Owner), who holds an International Montessori Teaching Diploma through the North American Montessori Center, has over 10 years of in-home family daycare experience beginning in 2012. She is licensed to care for 14 children (12 toddler / pre-school aged children + 2 school aged children) with a teaching assistant. All teacher's assistants at Columbus Grove Daycare are current students or recent graduates from UCI / nearby universities and have education and childcare experience or aspirations to become teacher's in the future. Most notably through the years from Columbus Grove Daycare graduates is Chi’s cooking. She provides freshly prepared meals daily and skillfully caters towards the taste buds of young ones. Most children who attend Columbus Grove Daycare come when they are young and stay until Kindergarten. We have the privilege of building trustworthy longitudinal relationships with the children we care for and they become just like family members. All children leave from Columbus Grove Daycare amply prepared academically for Kindergarten and more importantly always have fond memories of their time at Columbus Grove Daycare with Chi and friends.

Shawn Y. says "5 stars absolutely! I have had all of my three children go here. It has been nothing but a pleasure to work with Chi. She prepares quality delicious food...

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Recent child care center reviews from local parents in Foothill Ranch, CA

Child Care Centers in Foothill Ranch, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch

Excellent school. My two boys went here until recently, and we only switched because a new Guidepost sister school was opening up that...

- Rebecca G.

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

Silverado Children's Center - A Nature Preschool

Kids need to be outside. This is a great place for kids to connect with nature and be around animals too. Love this place! I would...

- Katherine B.

FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Foothill Ranch, CA

Child care centers near you in Foothill Ranch, 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 Foothill Ranch, 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 Foothill Ranch, 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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