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Patty's Home Preschool - Laguna Hills
5.0
My husband and I could not be happier with Ms. Patty and her family home daycare. The care, love and attention she shows to each one of the children is clear the moment you walk in the door. She engages them with arts and crafts, holiday activities and curriculum based on their ages and...
- Alexandra G
Silverado Children's Center - A Nature Preschool
5.0
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 kids here for their summer program and their daycare and after school care as well. Small quiet group of kids.
- Katherine B
Lake Forest Family Daycare
5.0
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 COVID guidelines and wears a mask. Her home is set up like a preschool with plenty of educational toys and an enclosed backyard for outdoor...
- Min
Mary Legere Home Daycare
5.0
There are not enough wonderful things that I can think of to say about Mary! She had our son sleep trained in a matter of weeks, which improved his behavior so much. We are so grateful that we had her as our provider for so many years. Moving away was hard!! If you choose to bring your child here,...
- Heather H
Tina P
5.0
I am so fortunate to have met Tina. When I was first looking for a daycare for my child, the first person I met with was Tina. I had a great feeling after interviewing with her and visiting her immaculate daycare. Not wanting to make a decision without looking around, I visited a few more daycares...
- Natalie K
Child care centers in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
I am a licensed family child care home, whom implements a rich curriculum and learning environment for children Infants-10 years old. I am open Monday-Friday from 7:00am-6:00pm. I teach the core academic subjects to children daily. Rest assured, your children will not only be loved and cared for,...
5.0
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Patty's Home Preschool is licensed for 14 children. Over 25 years experience. Infant / Toddler / Preschool / Dedicated to provide quality care and encourage children the love for learning so they could excel in Kindergarten and beyond.
Patty's Home Preschool is regulated by the "Child Care...
5.0
"We love Mrs Patty and her family home daycare. Mrs Patty's is located in a safe and clean environment. She follows a school curriculum for the older group of kids that has helped our oldest child excel across all subjects. They engage in lots of art time and learn...
Nathan A
Silverado Children's Center - A Nature Preschool
7525 Santiago Canyon Rd, Silverado, CA
Starting at $800/mo
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"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 kids here for their summer program and their daycare and after school care as well. Small quiet group of kids."
Katherine B
5.0
(4)
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...
5.0
"Just dropped off our 13 month old for his first day of daycare and--as first time parents--we couldn't be more at ease to have him in Ms. May's care. The process of finding the right daycare has been a long one, but we were immediately impressed with Ms. May. She...
Nancy S
4.6
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Hi, my name is Mary Legere;
I am a license daycare provider, License # 304300386.
Located In Mission Viejo Off Marguerite Pkway, between Oso Pkway and Crown Valley.
Open Monday-Friday
Flexible Hours Full-Time: $250.00 a Week.
BabySitting Available for Day Care Families Only $15.00...
5.0
"My 18 month old has been going to Mary's since he was 3 months old and we love her. Today I went to pick him up and he didn't want to leave. She is fun but still very good about keeping the kids on schedules and following rules. Totally recommend her."
Chante P
5.0
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Hi my name is Tina and I have a degree in Early Childhood Education. I have been teaching kids for over 8 years. I have been licensed for over 4 years. I have full time/part time openings. My hours are M-F 7am-6pm. My home is a safe loving environment where children can learn and grow through...
5.0
"Both my kids go to here and Tina is the best. Her daycare is clean, up to date, and best of all she is great with the kids. They have tons of activities they do and also special days such as Halloween, Easter, and Christmas parties!! I wouldn't leave my kids...
Tony W
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"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 started doing some research on the value of bilingualism, and I realized: I have a small window of time here when...
Rebecca G
Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch
26462 Towne Centre Drive, Foothill Ranch, CA
Costimate: $200/wk
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"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 immersion, so we took advantage of that program. But before we switched, we were extremely happy at this school,...
Rebecca G
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"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 children in my licensed home childcare facility. Duties included assisting in maintaining a safe, fun and clean...
Stacey D
5.0
(7)
We are a safe, clean, loving, Christian family! We have had this day care for 16 years! So we have plenty experience!
We provide healthy home made food! (breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks)
We are CPR/ First Aid certified, and our license #: 304310523
No pets, smoke free
5.0
"We love this daycare and Edna! My son is difficult at home and is a picky eater, but when he is at daycare he is always happy and eats a lot. They are miracle workers! He has been been going there for 7 months and loves it there. He doesn't even want to leave when...
Becky
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"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 other more costly options that failed to give the warmth we were looking for. Kiddieland made me feel at peace,...
Julia P
4.0
(4)
We are Orange County's only state licensed provider of child care that gives parents the flexibility of hourly billing, evening hours and weekend hours. At Playmates our motto is: "Where kids can be kids and parents can be carefree." We care for children from the ages of 2 to 12. Please visit our...
5.0
"Great place to drop off my 3 year old while I do some errands. Great staff! My baby has been going there since she was two and even requests to go to daycare and "play with the teacher." Such a needed service for a full time work from home mom!"
Ezichi B
Every day your child's imagination grows and their curiosity gathers momentum-Kiddie Academy of Mission Viejo empowers and celebrates all of it.
Our Life Essentials learning approach and curriculum encourages children to explore and progress in their own way, and at their own pace. At Kiddie...
At LePort, we help our students acquire the essential knowledge, thinking skills, and strength of character required to flourish as joyous children today, and as successful adults tomorrow. Our unique program emphasizes the relationship between the academically challenging material presented in the...
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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...
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...
Our Infant Program started in 2018 and is NAEYC Accredited. Our school's philosophy is based on the "Developmental Approach:" teaching skills appropriate for the developmental age of each individual child.
Hello Irvine Families. My name is Monica Huston and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist providing brief child care in the format of 1-hour individual counseling sessions. I was a nanny for 7 years and a day-care center employee for 2 years. Two master degrees later and within both child-care and...
5.0
(1)
Kristin's Kiddie Land in Aliso Viejo, California 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 families and kids from eighteen months to six years...
5.0
"Hidden gem! Our daughter had a hard time with the Montessori schools so we were apprehensive about sending her to school. One day with Kristin and all our fears we're out at ease! She took her in like her won and after 2.5 years, my daughter sees Kristin as her own...
Julia P
5.0
(1)
Mary S Little Angels in Laguna Niguel, California is a Christian 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 child care for families and kids of all ages.
5.0
"So grateful until this day for all the love and support that my son received from Ms. Mariam and her assistant Ms. Iris. The children are very busy and happy and Ms. Mariam and Ms. Iris are very nurturing and attentive to the children's needs. My son has always...
Amy D
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Child care centers near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
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 Rancho Santa Margarita, 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.
How can I find a child care center near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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.