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Mrs Bee's Home Daycare

5412 Horsham Ave Westminster, CA

small home daycare focusing on play based learning in a loving family oriented environment.
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Aya Childcare

756 Las Palmas Irvine, CA

Now Enrolling Infants and Toddlers. 0 to 5 years old, 24 Hours/7 Days a week
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La Petite Academy of Huntington Beach, CA

19860 Beach Blvd Huntington Beach, CA

What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...
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Tania's Home Family Child Care

5102 Doanoke Ave Irvine, CA

Tania's Family Child Care. Tania's Family Child Care is an home child care that accepts ages 6 weeks through 3 years old. We currently follow all the COVID-19 Guidelines provided by the State and the Licensing Department. About Miss Tania: Miss Tania has over 12 years of experience of teaching in the childcare field. Her...
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Shari Care

21 San Leon Irvine, CA

Shari Care provided services from Monday through Friday from 07:30am-5:30 pm. I have 10 years of experience with the child care community, including working at a daycare facility. Children will receive all three meals with snacks and a fun and safe environment to grow and develop. I, Shari the owner, I am CPR and first aid...
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Tutor Time

1550 Bristol St N Newport Beach, CA

Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day at Tutor Time is educational....
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24/7 Toyland Heaven Daycare

413 W. Curie Santa Ana, CA

Toyland Heaven is NOT your traditional home Daycare. We understand the difficulties of balancing the demands of work, life and child care. That's why Toyland Heaven Daycare is very dedicated to also helping parents with non-traditional schedules. If you need child care during the nights, weekends, or early mornings, we are here...
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Home Kids Academy

56 Essex Ln Irvine, CA

Our program is structured around daily life activities and regular Preschool curriculum that encourages the development of communication and cognitive skills. It includes: Spanish, English, Russian Math (numbers, shapes, etc.) Science Art Large and small motor skills Music and movement Letter recognition...
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WEBBY Dance Company

10722 Trask Ave Ste B Garden Grove, CA

Imagination is the door to possibilities. It is where creativity, ingenuity and thinking outside the box begin for child development. We truly believe in nurturing a child's imagination and creativity... and we get to have fun while doing so! We offer creative dance, ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, yoga and gymnastic classes on...
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Aveesa Daycare

44 Hollowglen Irvine, CA

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 time * Drop-off and pick-up...
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Royale Family Day Care

5132 Royale Ave East Irvine, CA

Royale Family Day Care was established thinking of your children. Ms. Sheema and Ms. Kathryne has been taking care of kids for over 10+ years now and it is both their passion and dedication that led them to put up a home day care. Ms. Kathryne is an Early Childhood Educator and has been teaching children for a long time. Ms....
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Rosa's Family Childcare

1913 Westwood Ave Santa Ana, CA

1 year waiting list for infants. Government assistance welcome. This is a family childcare home. I am CPR Certified, First Aid Certified, Health and Safety Certified, TB Tested, LiveScan (Which means that I got fingerprinted and ran a background check on me), my home was inspected by a social worker from the state of California...
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Little Humans

18707 San Marcos St Fountain Valley, CA

Our family daycare home offers a safe and supportive learning environment for infants and all children. We help prepare your children for school readiness. Your kids will enjoy fresh air in our backyard as well as the green belt and park on our property. Additionally, we provide plenty of educational toys and materials to...
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4874 - Everbrook Academy of Irvine

16498 ROYAL OAK IRVINE, CA

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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, confident kids, who are socially,...
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0201 - Childtime of Santa Ana

13881 N PROSPECT AVE TUSTIN, CA

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At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...
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Irvine Kids Den

12 Pandora Irvine, CA

Irvine Kids Den provides a safe, loving, and joyful home childcare environment for your little ones where they can grow and expand their imagination. We want to communicate and be involved with children to understand their world because we believe that learning begins at birth and that every child is unique with their emotions,...
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Happy Orchard Daycare

33 Kentworth Irvine, CA

We are a Family Daycare located in Irvine, CA. We provide care for children ages, 16 months to 5 years old. We are located in a gated community with plenty of outdoor and indoor space for your children's daily activities. Our staff is trained to provide activities in accordance with the developmental needs of your child on a...
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Boo Bear's Daycare

10201 Vantage St Stanton, CA

We are an in home daycare and we provide care for ages 2-6 from 6am to 6pm. We have a gated house with a play yard the kids really enjoy. We do offer to help with potty training and supply with breakfast, lunch and snacks in between.
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Orange Kids

117 Treehouse Irvine, CA

We understand how difficult raising a child for full-time working parents may be, from nutrition to their behavior, exploring their hidden talents to teaching them arts & music, and all in a safe environment. Our Lovely trained Staff in Orange Kids Family Child Care are licensed child care and educated with CPR...
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Phyllis's Daycare

12332 Morrie Ln. Garden Grove, CA

Hi Phyllis here, I have been working with children since I was 18 years old and I love it! I specialize in working with infants as young as 6 weeks. I provide a safe & loving environment. I run a structured schedule. I am CPR & Pediatric First Aid trained. I have had my own in Home Daycare for 30+ years. We have lots of fun...
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Drop-in daycare near you in Costa Mesa, CA can be a flexible and convenient solution for busy parents who need child care on an as-needed basis. This type of child care gives families the flexibility to drop their children off for just a few hours or for an entire day, depending on their individual needs. This kind of drop-in service can help to reduce stress associated with arranging more traditional, longer-term child care options.

Typically, drop-in daycares cater to children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old, but daycares will vary depending on their facilities and requirements. When reaching out to drop-in daycares in Costa Mesa, CA, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.

While drop-in daycares in Costa Mesa, CA may require a short registration process and forms to be filled out, it is usually not necessary to make a reservation ahead of time for each visit. This convenience makes drop-in daycare an ideal option for those with unpredictable schedules or when babysitters aren't available due to illness or other unanticipated events. However, drop-in centers may fill up quickly during peak times, so it's always best to call ahead to ensure the needed availability.

When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Costa Mesa, CA, it is important to make sure that you are bringing all of the necessary items for a successful and enjoyable experience. Remember to bring any blankets or stuffed animals that may serve as a comfort item -- this may even include pacifiers or sippy cups if necessary. It is also important to remember snacks and drinks, so your child stays well fed throughout their stay. Don't forget essentials like diapers, wipes, and changes of clothing!

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