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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Irvine, CA

Early Learner Montessori Home

5.0

We are incredibly grateful to Miss Denise and Shania for their loving care of our daughters over the years. Our older daughter attended this daycare and had a wonderful experience, and now our younger daughter is attending and thriving in their nurturing environment. From the very beginning, we felt...

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Columbus Grove Daycare

5.0

5 stars absolutely! I have had all of my three children go here. It has been nothing but a pleasure to work with Chi. She prepares quality delicious food for my children every day. My kids are always excited to go and play with the kids there! The home is always presented nicely and it is very...

- Shawn Y.

Aveesa Daycare

5.0

I have known Ira for over 30 years now and am very confident of her abilities of interacting with children of all ages. Ira is a very kind, trusting, caring, and devoted woman. Children love her and she loves them. The dedication shows in her actions when she is taking care of a child. I would...

- Katayoon K.

Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch

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, and it was a very difficult decision...

- Rebecca G.

Drop-in child care in Irvine, CA

Early Learner Montessori Home

Early Learner Montessori Home

7 Hickory, IRVINE, CA

Starting at $1950/mo

5.0

(7)

At the heart of our exceptional Montessori program is a genuine dedication and deep respect for the children in our care. This commitment creates a nurturing environment where children feel loved, supported, and secure within a consistent and well-structured setting—allowing them to grow, thrive,...
5.0
"My 3 year old son has been attending Early Learner Montessori Home for about 5-6 months and we have seen such progress in his language, his comprehension, and organizational skills. Ms. Denise and Ms. Sheniah are masters of their craft. They truly are passionate...

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Columbus Grove Daycare

Columbus Grove Daycare

57 Snowdrop Tree, IRVINE, CA

5.0

(3)

Columbus Grove Daycare is a licensed large in-home family daycare in the heart of Irvine, CA that offers an inviting, nurturing, and warm space for children to grow and develop. Our priorities in preparation for Kindergarten are: academic enrichment, developing fine and gross motor skills through...
5.0
"My two kids go there, they provide incredible childcare service. The teachers are very friendly and kind. My daughter and son both very much enjoy going there."

Elouise G.


Aveesa Daycare

Aveesa Daycare

44 Hollowglen, Irvine, CA

5.0

(3)

Aveesa Small Family Home Daycare/Childcare (Irvine) * Open Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 6:00 pm. * We also take care of your kids after hours and on special occasions with advance notice. Reasonable rates. * Accepting infants 0-24 months Full time and part...
5.0
"It is with great enthusiasm that I recommend Mrs. Khubchehr as a child care provider. She has on numerous occasions watched after our two boys (ages 8 months and 4 years) in her home. She is kind, loving, and has a great deal of experience watching children of...

Shahrzad K.


Melody Child Care

Melody Child Care

5031 Alcorn Ln, Irvine, CA

At Melody Child Care, our goal is to support your child's development with more personalized and family-oriented care. In our family child care home, we are able to communicate with parents on a more personal level to create custom care and share details about the development of each child. Our...

Smith's Home Preschool

Smith's Home Preschool

43 Glenhurst, Irvine, CA

Smith's Home Preschool is run by myself, Kristel Smith. I am a credentialed elementary school teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Child and Adolescent Development. In addition, I have over 18 units of early childhood education and have worked in several after school care programs. I have been...

World of knowledge learning center

World of knowledge learning center

14581 Oak Ave, Irvine, CA

World Of Knowledge Learning Center! Facility Number - 304313439 Grand opening Home Day Care Now enrolling. My name is Halsi, *15 years work experience with 6week-12 year olds as a lead teacher in preschools. *24ECE units, Associate...

LePort Montessori Irvine Spectrum

LePort Montessori Irvine Spectrum

1 Technology Drive Bldgs. A H, Irvine, CA

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...

LePort Montessori Irvine Westpark

LePort Montessori Irvine Westpark

1055 San Marino, Irvine, CA

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...

LePort Montessori Irvine Orchard Hills

LePort Montessori Irvine Orchard Hills

3983 Portola Parkway, Irvine, CA

Our convenient neighborhood preschool offers nurturing Montessori programs for toddlers and preschool-aged children. In our authentic Montessori program, your child will benefit from stable, mixed-age classrooms communities, lead by a highly-trained, nurturing, stable teaching staff. All of our head...

Prodigy Montessori

Prodigy Montessori

95 Copper Mine, Irvine, CA

Prodigy Montessori is a CA licensed Day care cum Montessori learning academy. We offer an environment where happy minds learn to discover. Our executive director has over 20 years of education experience and has taught kids from ages 1-10. She has a master degree in education and has completed her...

LePort Montessori Irvine Woodbridge

LePort Montessori Irvine Woodbridge

26 Lake Road, Irvine, CA

An authentic, nurturing Montessori school, offering toddler daycare and preschool/kindergarten, in a welcoming, neighborhood community At LePort Montessori Irvine Woodbridge children thrive in a beautiful, nurturing and authentic Montessori environment. When your family joins our school, you become...

Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch

Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch

26462 Towne Centre Drive, Foothill Ranch, CA

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.


Little Monkeys Daycare & Preschool

Little Monkeys Daycare & Preschool

1520 E. Baldwin Ave., Orange, CA

I am the owner/caregiver of a Christian family home daycare offering quality, loving childcare for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years with a preschool program available for children 2.5 and up. Several schedule options are available including part-time, full-time, half days and drop-in care.

Wieczorek Family Daycare

Wieczorek Family Daycare

21082 Wheaton Terrace, Lake Forest, CA

Need childcare options for the potential changes in schools next year? Family Daycare now open in Lake Forest License #304313705 -Near El Toro/Portola -Ages 0-12 years -Transportation, educational supervision, and before and after school care available for Lake Forest Elementary students...

Normandale Family Childcare

Normandale Family Childcare

Summit , LAKE FOREST, CA

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,...

Mundo de Juguete

Mundo de Juguete

3136 Trinity Dr, Costa Mesa, CA

Offering care 24/7 Please call 714-791-1114

Welcome to Gymboree Play & Music of Anaheim Hills! We're located off of Santa Ana Canyon Rd. in the Anaheim Hills Festival center beside Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill. Preview a FREE class and discover why we're the global leader in early childhood learning. We offer expertly designed play, art,...

Streamline Christian Academy

Streamline Christian Academy

25195 Rivendell, Lake Forest, CA

Home-based Kindergarten readiness program, offering full or part time options, Mandarin and Spanish languages, STEM curriculum, and more!

Hi, My name is Mary and I have been doing child care in my Anaheim Hills home for the past 20 years. I am licensed, first aid and CPR certified. I offer a safe loving environment while you are at work, keeping appointments or running errands. My hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6:30...

A Mothers Love Daycare

2616 S. Diamond Street, Santa Ana, CA

A Mothers Love is the fuel that enables us to do the Impossible! -RD Hello, my name is Ronica Dixon. I am a licensed and experienced childcare provider equipped to give your child the QUALITY care that I believe all children deserve. A Mothers Love Daycare is an in-home daycare facility offering...

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Drop-In Child Care in Irvine, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 20 listed drop-in child care.