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

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Larissa Family Child Care

15 Sklar St Ladera Ranch, CA

< 1 mi

Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Child care
Thanks for visiting! We hope you can find everything you need. Larissa Tobar Family Child Care is focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - we will do everything we can to meet your expectations and the child needs. With a variety of offerings to choose from, we're sure you'll be happy working with us. Look around our website and if you have any comments or questions, please feel free to contact us. HISTORY: We open in June of 2002 in Mission Viejo, CA and moved to Ladera Ranch, Ca in December 2005. On the first years I just had the small license at that time I was working by my self, but in August of 2006 I get the Large Capacity licensed that give us the opportunity to work with my husband. Julio and I meet in Colombia our native country, when we both were at the Dentistry School, He graduated on sept 1992 and I graduated on sept 1993, we got to practice until july 1998 that we moved to Aliso Viejo, CA. I Work as a Dental Assistant in Lake Forest Dental office and at the same time went back to college to take ELS, art and Early Child Education after those classes I decided to change my career and get focus on the Early Education, that is the world that we really enjoy. PHILOSOPHY: I believe my job as a child care provider is to support the role of parents. I strive to enhance the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth of each and every child in a safe, lovely and healthy environment. Learning require children's active thinking as they play, explore, experiment, and interact with people and objects. Strong programs help children make sense of those experience. Play has enormous benefits for children. Play provides the foundation of learning. Though play children prepares to learn. These include concepts, such as letters, and numbers. As children play, they become involved in open-ended exploration, make discoveries, work on problems, make choices, and discover what interest them. We hope to see you again! Check back later for new updates to our website. There's much more to come!
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Ladera Ranch Kindercare

1000 CORPORATE DR LADERA RANCH, CA

1 mi

Welcome to Ladera Ranch KinderCare in California! We are located directly south of Mercantile East Shopping Center, near the Ladera Sports Center. Each of our classrooms inspires children's curious nature and fosters that curiosity by allowing them to learn through a discovery process. Our commitment is to ensure that everything we do for your child is designed for learning. We provide a warm, welcoming, and supportive classroom for children of all abilities, backgrounds, and experiences.
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Ladera Ranch

29151 SIENNA PKWY LADERA RANCH, CA

1 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
We are an Early Childhood Education Program located in Ladera Ranch- South Orange County. We strive to provide quality Programs for children 18 months- Kindergarten. Our commitment is to provide high quality, professional, early education program for your children. We shall forever be committed to the individual child needs; not a commitment to the program that serves the children. Our Program is aligned with the standards promoted by NAEYC.
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SAN JUAN MONTESSORI

32143 ALIPAZ ST SAN JUAN CAPO, CA

5.0(1)

5 mi

starting at
$1150/mo
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Montessori
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 Montessori's philosophy, which values the uniqueness of each child, fosters independence and critical thinking, and promotes a respectful, nurturing community. We strive to create an environment where children flourish academically, socially, emotionally, and ethically, preparing them for success in an ever-changing world. Our dedicated educators and supportive community work in partnership to ensure that every child's educational journey is a transformative and enriching one. Hour of Operation Monday 7am - 6pm. Before and after care offered during this time.

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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LITTLE THINKERS MONTESSORI ACADEMY

34240 CAMINO CAPISTRANO CAPO BEACH, CA

4.8(4)

7 mi

Cooperative
Academic
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Kindergarten
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Little Thinkers Montessori Academy is a nurturing and innovative Montessori Preschool committed to fostering the holistic development of young minds. Situated in a serene and stimulating environment, our academy embraces the principles of Maria Montessori, providing children with an enriching learning experience that lays the foundation for a lifetime of academic and personal success. At Little Thinkers, we believe in the intrinsic potential of every child and strive to cultivate their natural curiosity, creativity, and love for learning. Our carefully crafted Montessori curriculum is designed to empower students to explore, discover, and engage with their surroundings independently, at their own pace. Our classrooms are vibrant spaces where children are encouraged to think critically, problem-solve, and collaborate with their peers. Through hands-on activities and experiential learning opportunities, students develop essential skills such as concentration, coordination, and social-emotional intelligence. At the heart of our philosophy is a deep respect for each child's unique abilities and interests. Our dedicated team of certified Montessori educators provides personalized attention and guidance, nurturing the individual talents and passions of every child. Beyond academics, Little Thinkers Montessori Academy is committed to cultivating a strong sense of community and global citizenship. We instill values of empathy, respect, and responsibility, empowering children to become compassionate leaders and lifelong learners who make positive contributions to society. With a focus on holistic development and a commitment to excellence, Little Thinkers Montessori Academy is more than a preschool—it's a place where young minds flourish, dreams take root, and endless possibilities unfold. Join us on this journey of discovery, imagination, and growth.

Bill G. says "We have two children that attend. We love that it is multilingual. Our four year old was singing in Spanish this morning. They have a great core group of...

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CHRIST COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

25382 MACKENZIE ST LAGUNA HILLS, CA

5.0(3)

3 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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Temple Beth El South Orange County Infant Toddler & Early Childhood Center

2A LIBERTY ALISO VIEJO, CA

5.0(8)

5 mi

starting at
$2100/mo
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
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At our school, children thrive in a warm, nurturing, and secure environment with a spectacular teacher-to-student ratio and a full-time security guard on campus. We blend play-based learning with academic readiness, inspiring creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love for learning. With hands-on activities, caring teachers, and dynamic spaces to explore, our school is the perfect place for your child to grow, discover, and shine!

Care Member says "As a grandparent it gives me great joy to see our grandchildren having great fun while learning. Not only are they learning their ABCs but they are...

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Nobis Preschool - Dana Point

26153 VICTORIA BLVD DANA POINT, CA

4.5(2)

7 mi

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 approach, which incorporates different Developmental and educational theories, such as: behaviorism (Skinner and Thorndike), Developmental Stage Theory (Piaget) and more recently Social Development Theory of Learning (Vygotsky). Nobis Takes both sides of the nature-versus-nurture debate to implement the most well-rounded learning experience possible for your children. As the field of childhood psychology and learning development changes with time, Nobis strives to stay on top of these advances to supplement our established program.

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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Kiddie Academy of Mission Viejo

25521 MUIRLANDS BLVD MISSION VIEJO, CA

5.0(1)

4 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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Kaida Childcare

24442 MOULTON PKWY LAGUNA WOODS, CA

4.5(2)

6 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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La Mancha Daycare

26567 EL TOBOSO MISSION VIEJO, CA

4.7(6)

2 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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Tiny Bear Day Care, Llc

18 San Gabriel Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

5.0(2)

5 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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Lake Forest Family Daycare

22832 Aspan St. Lake Forest, CA

5.0(4)

6 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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Guidepost Montessori at Alicia

25261 Paseo De Alicia Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)

5 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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Normandale Family Childcare

SUMMIT LAKE FOREST, CA

5.0(10)

6 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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Shining Stars Home Daycare

27091 Via San Diego Mission Viejo, CA

5.0(1)

4 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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Kiddieland Preschool

27101 Aliso Creek Road #154 Aliso Viejo, CA

5.0(1)

4 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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Pomegranate Lake Forest Preschool

20931 PARKRIDGE LAKE FOREST, CA

5.0(2)

6 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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MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LAGUNA BEACH

340 ST. ANN'S DRIVE LAGUNA BEACH, CA

5.0(1)

8 mi

starting at
$1300/mo
Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Day Care
For over 50 years, we’ve been proud to serve the Laguna Beach community with an authentic Montessori approach for children ages 2 to 6. Our mission is simple yet powerful: “A gifted program for every child.” Rooted in Montessori principles, our nurturing and thoughtfully prepared environment supports each child’s natural development, independence, and love for learning. We also offer after-school childcare to meet the needs of working families.

Care Member says "My daughter has attended Montessori for 3 years now and we have had the most wonderful experience. If I could use one word to describe Montessori, I...

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Taylor's Daycare

30252 Pacific Island Dr Apt 158 Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)

5 mi

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
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 of two! Our days are spent learning and playing inside and out. We enjoy lots of crafts and interactive activities for kids of every age. We also strive to keep a very clean and safe environment always! Dragonfly Garden Childcare was inspired and is essentially an extension of Busy Bee Haven (an in home childcare I worked at since 2013 and is run by my mother for 27 years) If you are interested in availability please feel free to contact me directly, our spots fill somewhat quickly as families waitlisted at Busy Bee Haven are directed to us as well.

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

Child Care Centers in Ladera Ranch, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

SAN JUAN MONTESSORI

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...

- Hailey X.

LITTLE THINKERS MONTESSORI ACADEMY

We have two children that attend. We love that it is multilingual. Our four year old was singing in Spanish this morning. They have a great...

- Bill G.

CHRIST COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

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

- Natalie F.

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

Child care centers near you in Ladera 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 Ladera 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 Ladera 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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