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Recent daycare reviews in Ladera Ranch, CA

Mother Goose Daycare by Lisa

5.0

The BEST Daycare in Orange County!! Lisa's Daycare is the most loving, welcoming, incredible daycare I have ever taken my kid to. She does crafts with the kids everyday and I have a box at home of all of the wonderful school projects she has done with them. She takes them swimming during the summer...

- Camberlyn M

Bright Childcare

5.0

Mariam has been an invaluable asset to our family for the past two years. We were so lucky to have found her during the pandemic when our son's first daycare closed, and honestly it was the best thing that could have happened to us. She provides a warm, loving, and supportive environment that our...

- Stephanie L

Mona Daycare

5.0

Mona has the biggest and the kindest heart! I entrusted her with my newborn son when he was 3-4mo old and I have never had any concerns or guilt about leaving my baby with someone other than myself! I know that when he's with Mona he is dry, clean, fed, loved, looked after and entertained! Mona's...

- Iva V

Angels Family Day Care

5.0

We highly recommend Homa to anyone looking for a caring, safe, and intimate in home daycare. She watched our son from age 9 weeks to 2 years. As a first time mom, I was comforted by her many years of experience. We also loved that she keeps the groups small, so your little one gets a lot of...

- Ilana H

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

Daycares in Ladera Ranch, CA

Y MCA Child Care

29551 Sienna Pkwy, Ladera Ranch, CA

Costimate: $260/wk

3.0

(1)


Larissa Family Child Care

Larissa Family Child Care

15 Sklar St, Ladera Ranch, CA

Starting at $250/hr

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...

Ladera Montessori Day Care

57 Flintridge Ave, Ladera Ranch, CA

Costimate: $266/wk


Mother Goose Daycare by Lisa

Mother Goose Daycare by Lisa

24266 Mccoy Rd, Lake Forest, CA

Starting at $250/wk

4.8

(20)

I am a licensed small family daycare provider. I have run my daycare from my Lake Forest home for over 15 years taking care of infants and toddlers. we learn, play and grow through all developmental stages with fun interaction with other kids and myself in a loving family home atmosphere using...
5.0
"Lisa is incredible! I have had her watch both of my children from 3 month on (my son is now 5 and my daughter is now 3) and I feel so blessed to have found Lisa. There is no one outside of my family that I would feel comfortable watching my children, and I feel...

Rebecca F


Bright Childcare

Bright Childcare

29832 Hiddenwood, Laguna Niguel, CA

Starting at $270/wk

5.0

(23)

Hi. My name is Mariam and I especially enjoy working with small groups of children at my licensed family daycare. The children will participate in a daily, professional enrichment program that teaches arts & crafts, music, pre-math and pre-reading skills, social skills and much more. Your child will...
5.0
"My daughter has been here a little over 10 months and we could not be happier. Everything about our move was tough, except for finding childcare, which can often be the most stressful! Mariam is so nuturing and my daughter has learned so much. Her home is truly...

Layken S


Mona Daycare

Mona Daycare

126 Encantado Cyn, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Starting at $350/wk

5.0

(3)

Welcome to Mona Daycare, where your child's safety, happiness, and education are our top priorities. My name is Mona, and I am a licensed daycare provider who is certified in Health and Safety, CPR, and First Aid. I have been working with children since 2015 and established Mona Daycare in 2019 as a...
5.0
"Mona has the biggest and the kindest heart! I entrusted her with my newborn son when he was 3-4mo old and I have never had any concerns or guilt about leaving my baby with someone other than myself! I know that when he's with Mona he is dry, clean, fed, loved,...

Iva V


Angels Family Day Care

Angels Family Day Care

22671 Ancona, Laguna Hills, CA

Starting at $1000/mo

5.0

(5)

I am a mother of two grown up girls. I would love to take care of your child/children while you are at work. I have been in this business for the past 24 years, raising children from infant to toddler. My family daycare is open Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., $1,000.00 per month for...
5.0
"Homa is a great caregiver. My son was not adjusting well at a larger daycare and we were fortunate enough to have found Homa when we did. He really thrived here and I am very grateful to Homa! Highly recommend her."

Eunice


Mary Legere Home Daycare

Mary Legere Home Daycare

27393 Iris Ave, Mission Viejo, CA

Costimate: $301/wk

4.6

(12)

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


Happy Angels Haven

Happy Angels Haven

25291 Barents Street, Laguna Hills, CA

Starting at $325/wk

5.0

(18)

Happy Angels Haven, located in Laguna Hills, is just three blocks from 5 & 405 freeway, and just two easy turns to reach me on Alicia Parkway. Parents like a quick pick-up and drop-off, and so we work tirelessly to make everything as convenient as possible. We offer an inviting, fun-loving,...
5.0
"Our daughter was at Happy Angels from nine months to 4 years old when she was granted early admission to kindergarten. At that time she reading at a 1st grade level. She has been writing since 2 years old and reading phonetically thanks to Mrs. Alvi. Mrs. Alvi is...

Jennifer B


Patty's Home Preschool - Laguna Hills

Patty's Home Preschool - Laguna Hills

24572 Southhampton Ct, Laguna Hills, CA

Starting at $265/wk

5.0

(4)

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
"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...

Alexandra G


Lake Forest Family Daycare

Lake Forest Family Daycare

22832 Aspan St., Lake Forest, CA

Starting at $280/wk

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
"I started sending my son to May's day care when he was only 5 months old and I have no hesitation saying that May took care of him very well. Like all moms when I was looking day care for my child, I was very concerned and wanted to send him to a place where he...

Saima


Anamarie's Daycare

Anamarie's Daycare

43 Inverary, Trabuco Canyon, CA

Starting at $250/wk

5.0

(7)

Anamarie's Family Daycare, is a safe place where your child will develop to be strong, healthy and successful, with strong mind, strong moral and family values. That's what we offer at Anamarie's Family Day Care, a place where child safety and positive environment are carefully monitored everyday....
5.0
"My twin daughters started there when they were 4 months old (now 1 year 10 months). Since the beginning, I have always known they are at in good hands. Anamarie is very caring and attuned to each child's individual needs and habits. She is very experienced and...

Kuroudo I


Nurturing Visions Childcare

Nurturing Visions Childcare

25011 Presidio Drive, Laguna Hills, CA

Starting at $260/wk

5.0

(8)

We are gearing up for a fun summer here at NVCC , where we provide a family like atmosphere that is warm, inviting and educational, all while having fun. I have 25+ yrs of childcare experience. I have 4 adult children of my own and 7 grand-loves. I absolutely LOVE what I do, I take pride in loving...
5.0
"I could not have found a better woman to care for my daughter than Ms Eydie. She has had my daughter since she was 3 months old and I have never once had to worry about the care my child was receiving. I know that she is safe, loved and happy. I knew from the...

Michelle


Happy Home Daycare

Happy Home Daycare

49 Sable, Irvine, CA

Starting at $400/wk

5.0

(4)

There is no greater feeling than watching a child learn, laugh and grow. It gives me life and fills me with hope knowing that we can raise confident, competent, contributing members of society. As mother of three, and aunt to 8, i have decades of experience raising happy , healthy, well-adjusted...
5.0
"We are glad we chose happy home for our baby.. She has been going to Shana since she was 8 months old. The house is very clean and organized with a dedicated room for the kids to play. Shana and her husband are very caring and patient and totally love the kids....

Priya N


Tweety Small Daycare

24922 Muirlands Blvd. Trlr 109, Lake Forest, CA

Starting at $250/wk

5.0

(5)

Open doors and arms to those from the Children's Home Society of California! Open in Lake Forest since 2005, I have provided government licensed childcare for families with newborns to 4-5 years old. I love all of my children and believe it is important that they all are receive my full attention...
5.0
"We used Liz for both of our children from the 6-weeks old age to kindergarten age. She genuine care about the kids. We were really happy with her. She still send happy birthday wishes to both of my kids up until these years."

Tuk R


Abc Daycare

Abc Daycare

14 Lilac, Irvine, CA

Costimate: $382/wk

5.0

(3)

Hello Neighbors, I have lived in Irvine for the past 9 years. I'm a mother of a 7 year old daughter and 3 year old son. I have over seven years of experience in education and daycare facilities and currently hold a CPR First Aid certificate. I've previously held a CDA (Child Development...
5.0
"My son loves this daycare. He looks forward to going everyday and is so excited to see Ms Kim. My son was an extremely picky eater but since attending this daycare, he eats almost everything! Love that this daycare also provides breakfast and lunch as well as...

Gloria


K For Kids Daycare

K For Kids Daycare

25882 Triton Court, Mission Viejo, CA

Starting at $325/wk

5.0

(14)

Updated January 2023 I have one immediate opening for a full time infant. I will have one opening June 1 for a full time infant. Please note that I am an INFANTS ONLY provider and I only take full time children under the age of 2. Hi! I've been a licensed daycare provider for over 34...
5.0
"Our family is so grateful for Miss Robin! She is the first caregiver that we trusted with each of our daughters, and they still love her! We were referred to her by close family friends who raved about the care their children had received. We found her daycare...

Courtney Y


Paige's Place In-home Daycare

Paige's Place In-home Daycare

Los Alisos And Trabuco, Mission Viejo, CA

Costimate: $281/wk

5.0

(5)

Welcome! My name is Paige. I have been running an at-home daycare for 20+ years. I started my daycare when my own four children were young. I have continued my daycare because I enjoy creating a family oriented, fun, loving environment for children. I am a member of the Orange County Childcare...
5.0
"My husband and I have sent our three young boys (now ages 5, 3, and 1) to her home since infancy and we couldn't be happier with everything that Paige has provided for our children during these critical and tender, early childhood years. Walking into Paige's warm...

Olivia D


Normandale Family Childcare

Normandale Family Childcare

Summit Vista, Lake Forest, CA

Starting at $300/wk

4.8

(25)

Welcome to Normandale Heights 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,...
5.0
"Hello. My name is Nikki and I was a first time mom putting my daughter, Aurora, in an daycare. I put her in at 14 months. I chose in home because facilities were out of my budget and I felt a natural loving energy in this home daycare. I saw the reviews and visited...

Nikki R


OC Playschool

OC Playschool

Via Viento, Mission Viejo, CA

Starting at $55/day

4.2

(5)

The first five years of a child's life are the most crucial for the development of their mental, physical, emotional, social, and cognitive skills. Children learn about the world around them through play. When offered developmentally appropriate activities, opportunities for discovery and...
5.0
"We love OC Playschool! Our son, now in kindergarten, started attending when he was about 2.5. Prior to Playschool, he was in a daycare center. After we made the switch to Playschool, we immediately noticed a difference in his behavior! He learned how to better...

Holly G


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