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Recent daycare reviews in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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

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

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

Anamarie's Daycare

5.0

Anamarie has been such a delight to work with and provides exceptional care for our son. She has been very helpful and flexible while I was transitioning back to work. Her structured days allow the children to feel secure in routines and schedules. She provides very delicious and nutritious meals...

- Angel C

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

Daycares in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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
"She is the bestest ... I highly recommend her for your kid.mona is loving , caring and very attentive to the children in her care."

Brad


The Pea Pod

The Pea Pod

20 Santa Catrina, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Starting at $60/day

Registered Nurse and mother of four offering quality care for children in a loving family home setting. Reviews on yelp!

Mother's Treasure

27 Pasada Valiente, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Starting at $350/wk

Hey there! My name is Tania Montes and I'm a Licensed Child Care Provider with more than 20 years of experience. My daycare is located in Rancho Santa Margarita which is a very safe and lovely city to live in. I pride myself with keeping a clean, loving, and safe environment in which children can...

Bright Bubbles Academy, LLC

17 El Guiro, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Starting at $285/wk

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,...

Nicole & Friends Family Day Care

37 Plushstone, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Costimate: $313/wk

in home day care with play-learning based program.

6284 - Everbrook Academy of Rancho Santa Margarita

6284 - Everbrook Academy of Rancho Santa Margarita

30722 Richard Reese Way, RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA

Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive,...

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
"Let me start by saying I would give Lisa a million stars if I could! She is an amazing caregiver & all around woman! Lisa is loving, reliable & honest. She does an excellent job engaging children of all ages & getting the preschool age kids ready for kindergarten....

Amy D


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
"Mary has an amazing daycare! We are so happy we found her for our 18 month old. He truly enjoys going everyday to see Mary and the other kids. She has lots of toys and nice yard for the kids to play outside. She even offers early, drop off, late pickups and date...

Brett B


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


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 wonderful, caring and kind. She has a gift with children, especially babies and toddlers. She took care of both of my children. I would highly recommend this day care."

Elyse


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
"Ms Patty has cared for each of my three children from infant to preschool age and always showed them love and care. They come home with fun artwork and projects nearly every day and love the friends in their 'classes'. Her home has a separate setup for the younger...

Stephanie


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 have been bringing my daughter here since 2017. May is very caring and patient. She understood my daughters needs and took care of her the way I wanted her to be taken care of. She even exceeded my expectations. She is loving and smiles all the time. Jessica...

Sara R


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
"I'm very thankful and lucky we were able to find Liz. She took care of my babies from when they were 8 weeks old to pre-k. They were always so excited to go to Liz's, which gave me peace of mind knowing that they were being well taken care of. The one on one...

Melina H


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
"In my opinion Millie's daycare is wonderful. Millie is so loving and nurturing and her daycare is very safe and fun place for my children."

Tammy K


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
"Robin's in-home daycare has been perfect for our family. Our 15 month old is excited to "go play with her friends" at daycare everyday where she is on a schedule and gets to go play outdoors. As parents, its great to have the focused attention and know who the...

Stacey


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
"Nurturing Visions is not just a daycare but a home away from home. From the moment you walk through the door, you feel you are with family. I have never seen a cleaner, safer, more well kept environment for my kids. Not only will your child's heart be nurtured,...

Cindy


Mind Builder At The Hills

Mind Builder At The Hills

25052 Mawson Drive, Laguna Hills, CA

Starting at $12/hr

5.0

(5)

I am a passionate professional licensed LVN, experienced with pediatrics, who decided to take care of your children at my home to give them a comfortable and safe environment! Details are listed below. *Services offered for children ages 3 months old to 12 years old. *Preschool curriculum....
5.0
"Our daughter is one year old and we we're seeking the best possible services as would normal parents do. We visited several child care centres but felt like the personal attention was lacking. When we visited Dia at Mind Builders, the immediate attention she gave...

Bobby G


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


Mami Liyas Day Care

Mami Liyas Day Care

24211 Angela St, Lake Forest, CA

Costimate: $268/wk

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
"Mami Liya's Daycare has been part of our family since 2013. Both of my children have started there as babies and Edna and her family have become part of our own family. The daycare provides a loving and caring environment, full of healthy homemade meals and lots of...

Lisa


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


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