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Child Care Centers in Mission Viejo, CA are rated 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

Chai Tots Chabad Of Irvine

Its a wonderful facility people there are wonderful our kids love it!

- Jared & Ariella C.

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.

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.

Centers Near Mission Viejo!

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Laguna Parent Participation Preschool

23561 Alicia Pkwy Mission Viejo, CA

Preschool
Child care
Laguna Parent Participation Preschool is a fully licensed, cooperative preschool located at 23561 Alicia Parkway, Mission Viejo California. This preschool is owned and operated by parents, who are active participants in providing quality care and education to children. The school offers programs for 3-year-olds, 4-year-olds, and...
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Montessori of Ladera Ranch

2101 Corporate Dr Mission Viejo, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Montessori of Ladera Ranch, located in Mission Viejo, California, is an early education provider that uses the Montessori Method in teaching their students. Established in 2002, this school gives practical exercises and activities in Language, Sensorial, Math, Science, Geography, and Practical Life. It is operational Monday...
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Robin Hood Montessori School

27500 Marguerite Pkwy Mission Viejo, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Founded in 2005, Robin Hood Montessori School is a provider of quality childcare and early education to children ages 3 months to 6 years old. The school offers Infant/Toddler Program, Preschool/Kindergarten Program, and Enrichment Weekly Programs in Spanish language, music, and arts. The school is open from 7am to 6pm, Monday...
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Chai Tots Chabad Of Irvine

5010 BARRANCA PKWY IRVINE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

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...

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

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LITTLE THINKERS MONTESSORI ACADEMY

34240 CAMINO CAPISTRANO CAPO BEACH, CA

4.8(4)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 3 more
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...

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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SAN JUAN MONTESSORI

32143 ALIPAZ ST SAN JUAN CAPO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1150/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Kindergarten
Child care
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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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)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
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...

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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Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch

26462 Towne Centre Drive Foothill Ranch, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
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...

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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Pomegranate Lake Forest Preschool

20931 PARKRIDGE LAKE FOREST, CA

5.0(2)
starting at
$1390/mo
Montessori
Reggio emilia
Preschool
In-Home daycare
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...

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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CHRIST COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

25382 MACKENZIE ST LAGUNA HILLS, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1255/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
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...

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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Tiny Bear Day Care, Llc

18 San Gabriel Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

5.0(2)
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,...

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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Nobis Preschool - Dana Point

26153 VICTORIA BLVD DANA POINT, CA

4.5(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1640/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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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Guidepost Montessori at Alicia

25261 Paseo De Alicia Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)
Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
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...

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)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Child care
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...

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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Lake Forest Family Daycare

22832 Aspan St. Lake Forest, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

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...

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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Fulbright Montessori Academy

20411 JAMES BAY CIR LAKE FOREST, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Fulbright Montessori Academy has served this community's young children and families since January 2003. We are located in Lake Forest, near Irvine and the Baker Ranch community. We offer a beautiful, spacious, and nurturing environment for your child. Guided by the Montessori philosophy, we believe children develop at...
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Charmsical Child Care

109 Goldenrod Irvine, CA

State license verified

My name is Jenean. I am 50 yrs old. I've have been caring for children over 35 years. I have three of my own, along with two loving huskies. In my loving care is where a child's development takes center stage! I implement a robust preschool curriculum to foster essential skills, while providing a fun and safe haven for...
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Laguna Niguel Montessori Center

28083 MOULTON PKWY STE B LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
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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IUCC Early Childhood Center

4915 Alton Parkway Irvine, CA

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
International
Outdoor/nature
+ 2 more
At the IUCC Early Childhood Center young children grow in confidence, intellect, and character in a small, loving, and educational environment. We offer a well-balanced, developmental program designed to meet each child's individual needs. We emphasize hands-on experiences. The ECC offers a hot breakfast and hot lunch,...
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Child care centers near you in Mission Viejo, 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 Mission Viejo, 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 Mission Viejo, 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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