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Drop-In Daycares in Dana Point, CA are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares

Patty's Home Preschool - Laguna Hills

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...

- Alexanra G.

Mind Builder At The Hills

Where do I start? Mind Builder at Laguna Hills is absolutely amazing! All three of my children have gone to this home daycare. My oldest is...

- Angela J

Katie's Daycare

Donna and Yvonne are the best. Katie's daycare is such a caring place, my 2 year old fits right in like family. We began taking our daughter...

- Natalie G.

Drop-In Daycares Near Dana Point, CA

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Ocean Institute

24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr Dana Point, CA

The Ocean Institute in Dana Point, California offers a Summer Camp for children from ages five to twelve. They aim to inspire a love for the sea among their campers through hands-on nature exploration and encourage curiosity and experimentation. The campers can go sailing on their exploration boats, Pilgrim and Spirit of Dana...
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Little Explorers Daycare

34011 Colegio Dr. Dana Point, CA

We are a home daycare that offers an accredited curriculum. Co-owners have 28 years combined experience. We provide care for ages 2 - 5, Monday - Friday, 7:30 - 6:30. Our house has a fully fenced yard for outdoor activities. A healthy breakfast, lunch and snack is provided. We are a...
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Appletree Daycare

33061 Elisa Dr Dana Point, CA

1.0(1)
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Patty's Home Preschool - Laguna Hills

24572 Southhampton Ct Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(4)

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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 Division Community Care...

Alexanra G. says "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...

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Mind Builder At The Hills

25052 Mawson Drive Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(5)

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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. *Nutritional food. *Open Monday to...

Angela J says "Where do I start? Mind Builder at Laguna Hills is absolutely amazing! All three of my children have gone to this home daycare. My oldest is 7 years old and...

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Katie's Daycare

24625 Creekview Dr. Laguna Hills, CA

4.8(26)

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If you're looking for a small in-home daycare, then Katie's Daycare is for you. Our name is Donna and my twin sister is Yvonne and we grew up with our mother running a day care for 30+ years and we are very excited to start our own business to continue the experience we've gained from her. We have been in business for over 10...

Natalie G. says "Donna and Yvonne are the best. Katie's daycare is such a caring place, my 2 year old fits right in like family. We began taking our daughter there at 8...

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Bliss

28075 Tioga Ct. Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(8)
I provide a safe, nurturing environment for children to learn and grow in. Your kids will spend the day laughing, dancing, singing, reaching developmental milestones, playing, creating, eating and napping. They will learn to be friends, to share, manners, sign language for better communication before speech, and overall; the...

Ako B. says "I met Nikki (the owner) when I was looking for a day care for my four month old second child. I contacted several other places but felt most comfortable with...

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Love And Care Daycare

24391 Avandia De La Carlota Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)
Small Licensed Family Daycare in Laguna Hills, CA providing Full-Time, M-F, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Low Ratio and High Quality Care for Infants-Toddler (6 months - 3 years). What does my program offer? -High quality care and welcoming environment. -Small group to focus on individual child needs. -Daily routine based on the needs of...

Patty A. says "Ms Veronica is a very dependable, caring provider and preschool teacher. Family daycare has been part of her life, she grew up in it. Veronica has learn...

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Siepideh Tehrani Buzy Kidz Daycare

25212 Monte Verde Drive Laguna Niguel, CA

4.7(13)

State license verified

My background is in child development and psychology. I have my Teaching License and I have my daycare license through CA Department of Education, Sacramento. I have been in this business for more than 30years. I had my daycare in San Jose, California and Denver, Colorado. After 15 years teaching as a preschool and...

Care Member says "We randomly came across Buzy Kidz in our daycare search and are so happy that we found it! Our daughter has been there for over a year now and she loves...

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Bright Childcare

29832 Hiddenwood Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(23)

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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 bring home daily activity...

Stephanie L. says "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...

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Laguna Niguel Maya Daycare

24191 Rue De Gauguin Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(11)

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This is Mahshid. Thank you for interest in my childcare program. Daycare is open 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. - I have a Licensed child care State Of California. - I have certified Health & Safety, CPR, First Aid. - Years of childcare experience I am a mother of 1 girl. I can promise you that I can...

Mary says "So grateful we found Maya to watch our daughter. This was our first time putting our child in the care of someone else and we couldn't be more pleased with the...

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Gonzales Family Childcare

2958 Calle Frontera San Clemente, CA

5.0(4)

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I'm a licensed daycare provider. I provide full-time care. I provide all meals and snacks. I have infant/ toddler child development background. I'm highly experienced in providing excellent care for children. I have been licensed for 24years, I have references if needed. I currently have space for infants through school age....

Care Member says "Choosing Miss Natalie was one of the best decisions we’ve made for our family. We have been with her for the past 4 years and its bittersweet to almost...

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Nurturing Visions Childcare

25011 Presidio Drive Laguna Hills, CA

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 and nurturing each one and...

Carly M. says "Eydie and her daughter are fabulous! Our kids absolutely love them, and call her Nana Eydie. She truly cares about them and loves them as her own children....

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Little Gems Day Care

25111 Barents Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)

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Welcome to Little Gems Day Care, where three decades of childcare expertise meet a nurturing haven for your little ones. I'm Noushin R, and I bring over 30 years of dedicated experience to our warm and enriching environment. At Little Gems, we view each child as a unique gem, deserving of love and stimulation. Our home day care...

Care Member says "Little Gems was the first daycare I sent my baby to at 5 months and once I met Ms. Nunu (Noushin), I felt that he would be in safe hands. Her sweet,...

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Pari's Daycare

26240 Summerhill Ln Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

QUALITY CARE: NOT MORE THAN 4 KIDS AT A TIME. HOURS: 6AM-6PM FULLTIME, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS. Dear Parents, My name is Pari and I am a Licensed child care provider. I am First-Aid and CPR certified. I have also been Live Scan fingerprinted and background checked. I speak fluent Farsi, Spanish and English. Children are my...

Kelly D. says "I met with several home daycare providers and toured so many larger daycare businesses before I found Pari. None of the others felt like the right fit for...

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Aliso Viejo Child Care

21 Navajo Aliso Viejo, CA

Aliso Viejo Child Care is home-based and offers a personalized child care experience with focus on academics. Aliso Viejo Child Care embodies that make yourself at home atmosphere and that s exactly what our clients are looking for a home away from home!
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Little Rascal Daycare

25 Skygate Aliso Viejo, CA

Little Rascal Daycare is a mother/daughter team running an in home daycare. We are licensed and have 10 years experience, including child development certificate. We provide a safe loving environment for your little ones! Go to our website and check us out! Contact for more info
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Senior In-home Care Nanny/babysitter

618 Calle Vicente San Clemente, CA

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Poppy Community Preschool

26 Wood Barn Ladera Ranch, CA

Mission Statement: Inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, Poppy Community Preschool partners with children, families, and the Ladera Ranch and surrounding communities to provide an inquiry-based education for young learners. Teachers and children co-construct their learning experience through observation, purposeful...
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Jeannie's Happy Little One's Childcare

24991 Salford St Laguna Hills, CA

Call, (949) 244-6522 Quality, Educational, Affordable and FUN! Hi Jeannie here, I'm a quality licensed Childcare Provider, with a safe, loving home. I do great EDUCATIONAL TEACHING. Fun, Art and Crafts! Have taken lots of childcare classes. MEMBER of ORANGE COUNTY CHILD CARE. Large back yard area with a ton of room inside...
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Dana Point, CA

Drop-in daycare near you in Dana Point, 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 Dana Point, 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 Dana Point, 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 Dana Point, 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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