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K For Kids Daycare

5.0

Me and my wife cannot say enough good things about Robin and her daycare! We dropped our first daughter at 3 months old and Robin was so supportive and accommodating to our entire family. She helped ease any concerns or apprehensions we had within the first day. She is so warm towards our entire...

- ALFREDO S

Millie's Daycare

5.0

I am so happy Millie has re instated her daycare license. I met Millie 27 yrs ago when my oldest kids where little. My youngest girls are now loving going to Millie's. She is warm and caring and always happy..

- Melissa R

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

Paige's Place In-home Daycare

5.0

I have been with Paige now 2 years and I can't say enough how much we love her, and the environment my daughter is in. She comes home so happy and can't wait to always go back. I just had another baby this past December and can not wait to start her at Paige's too.

- Ashton W

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

Daycares in Mission Viejo, CA

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
"K for Kids Daycare is the absolute best daycare we could've found for our daughter! Robin has a gift for working with children. Robin maintains a clean, safe, loving, and fun environment. Our little one gets lots of snuggles, trips to the park, healthy meals, and...

Kim S


Millie's Daycare

Millie's Daycare

25582 Pacific Crest Drive, Mission Viejo, CA

Costimate: $295/wk

5.0

(10)

Millie's daycare is proud to offer the highest quality care with a safe, nurturing learning environment where your child will get the attention, care and love that he/she needs and deserves. As we know that 90% of a child's brain development happens before age 5, in this period of incredible...
5.0
"I am very happy to recommend Millie's Daycare to anyone looking for a loving, safe and fun place for their little ones!"

Kristen C


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
"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...

Heather H


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
"We have been with Paige for six years now with all three of our babies. Paige has and will always be a part of our family! As a working mom there is absolutely no price you can put on the peace of mind your little ones are in safe, loving, nurturing hands and Paige...

Megan A


Tina P

26516 Avenida Deseo, Mission Viejo, CA

Costimate: $251/wk

5.0

(14)

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
"I found my little Godsend Tina through Care.com after months of searching diligently to find the perfect Caregiver match for my 9 mth. old daughter at the time. I stayed at home with my first daughter and went back to work when my second daughter was 9 mths. old....

Carla T


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
"My 3 year old son has been attending for about 6 weeks now and absolutely loves going. He asks every morning if it's time for school and can't wait to see his teachers and friends. Teri and Beverly are attentive and very warm with him. I couldn't ask for a better...

Elizabeth R


Step By Step Childcare

28442 La Noche, Mission Viejo, CA

Costimate: $290/wk

5.0

(2)

Step By Step Childcare was established in 2012. The center is located at 28442 La Noche, Mission Viejo, California. It specializes in child care and early education services. Step By Step Childcare offers its services 5 days a week, from Mondays through Fridays, six in the morning until six in the...
5.0
"My daughter stayed at step by step childcare for almost 2 years. She loved going there. She's always happy to see Belen and her friends. Belen did an excellent job taking care of my baby. She makes good food, gives healthy snacks, her home is clean and just loves...

Ronna H


Nasali Academy

Nasali Academy

26521 Via Gorrion, Mission Viejo, CA

Starting at $220/wk

We are bilingual immersion program. I want your child to grow confident, emotionally and academically while having fun so they can have the best possible start from the very beginning. I get them ready for Kindergarten. Breakfast, snack, lunch and snack included in the program. Openings for 1 to 6...

Amy's Rascal House

Amy's Rascal House

27682 Pasatiempo, Mission Viejo, CA

Starting at $75/day


Shining Stars Home Daycare

Shining Stars Home Daycare

27091 Via San Diego, Mission Viejo, CA

Starting at $280/wk

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...

Nasali Daycare

Nasali Daycare

Via Gorrion, Mission Viejo, CA

Starting at $1300/mo

Hello parents! I am an ECE graduate from Canada College with 7 years' experience caring and teaching children to get them ready for kindergarten. I come from Africa, I have lived in the USA for more than 10 years, and I am opening a brand new family childcare. In my daycare, I am going to...

Pillars Academy

Pillars Academy

23581 Madero STE 104, Mission Viejo, CA

Costimate: $269/wk

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.

Kiddie Academy of Mission Viejo

Kiddie Academy of Mission Viejo

25521 Muirlands Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA

Costimate: $269/wk

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...

Caveman Day Care

27152 El Moro, Mission Viejo, CA

Starting at $50/day

CAVEMAN DAYCARE-FREE NIGHT OUT ((MISSION VIEJO / RSM / FOOT HILL RANCH) Lake Forest) CAVEMAN DAYCARE WHERE THE KIDS GO TO HAVE FUN & ADVENTURE! 3 months to after school care RAISE YOUR BOYS LIKE BOYS! (AND YOUR GIRLS TOO!) WEEKEND OUTINGS, FISHING, HIKING --SCHEDULE 1 WEEK IN ADVANCE! Caveman...

Azimeh's Family Daycare

Azimeh's Family Daycare

24142 La Pala Ln, Mission Viejo, CA

Costimate: $306/wk

Welcome to Azimeh's Family Home Daycare. We have successfully cared for children for the past 19 years and counting. Our focus is to love and nurture your child while getting them school-ready in a fun and safe environment. We offer a wide range of activities for kids of all ages including but not...

Laguna Parent Participation Preschool

23561 Alicia Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA

Starting at $150/wk

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...

Village Montesori Center

22900 Los Alisos Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA

Starting at $875/mo

Village Montesori Center in Mission 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 of all ages.

Robin Hood Montessori School

27500 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA

Starting at $815/mo

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...

Montessori On The Lake

25542 Jeronimo Rd, Mission Viejo, CA

Starting at $940/mo

Montessori On The Lake located in Mission 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 kids from Infant, Toddler, Pre-School,...

Montessori of Ladera Ranch

2101 Corporate Dr, Mission Viejo, CA

Starting at $9600/day

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....

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Ratings for Mission Viejo, CA daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Daycares in Mission Viejo, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 62 reviews of the 60 listed daycares.