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Happy Feet Home Daycare
5.0
Happy Feet Home Daycare is a gem that I was so lucky to find. Mrs Beauty is just an awesome daycare provider/teacher. She truly cares about the kids and does activities with them all the time. Arts and craft get sent home all the time with my little one. She does circle time and really works with...
- Sara W
Brandi's Busy Bees
5.0
I absolutely loved bringing my baby girl to Ms. Brandy. She's very attentive to the children and communicated with me in a timely manner. She will also send you pictures of your kiddo if you ask or sometimes she would randomly send them. It was time for my daughter to go to "big girl school" so we...
- Jessica H
Lulu's Fun House
5.0
Ms. Nouf has watched my little guy since he turned one. I visited a lot of in-home daycares and hers was by far the best. I wanted somewhere where he wouldn't watch TV all day, that was clean, and with someone who I felt truly cared about the kids. Lulu's Fun House fit the bill perfectly. Ms. Nouf...
- Kristyn
Leo & Tiago
5.0
Highly recommended! Paloma provided me with her services in 2019 in the care of my twin girls. She provided such loving care and was quick to provide text and video updates throughout the day. If you are looking for someone to care for your littles, rest assured that this Momma will treat yours like...
- Crystal
Tweety Small Daycare
5.0
We absolutely love Liz! She has been a wonderful daycare mom for our boy Everett. She's communicative (gives us updates and pictures throughout the day), helps with meals, has fun activities planned for Everett and the rest of her kids, and she loves and takes care of child like any mother would...
- Jennifer P
Drop-in daycares in Irvine, CA
My philosophy as a teacher and a caregiver is to provide a safe, loving, and educational environment.
I believe that the first five years are essential in a child's life.
LEARNING:
I will foster a learning environment by providing:
- learning through sensory and educational toys
- educational...
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...
We are Summer Day camp that focuses on having fun and being proud of who you are. All activities are recreational geared toward building friendships and confidence.
Licensed, fresh home made food every day, available at night and weekend, organic snack, flexible hours, very clean, nursing experience in my country.
Licensed in home daycare in Columbus Grove between Barranca and Harvard.
We provide the following:
-Montessori certified teacher.
-Montessori curriculum.
-Skills and knowledge needed for kindergarten.
-Care for children, 3 months to 5 years old.
-Safe and loving environment.
-All meals and...
Camp Scherman
9500 Toledo Way, Irvine, CA
Camp Scherman in Irvine, CA is owned and operated by the Girl Scouts of Orange County. Recognized as one of the top camps in California, Camp Scherman is fully accredited by the American Camp Association. The center curriculum aims to provide a variety of age appropriate activities.
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Camp Haverim
1 Federation Way Ste 200, Irvine, CA
Camp Haverim in Irvine, CA is accredited by the American Camp Association and a summer camp for children by providing safe, enjoyable, and affordable child care. The center curriculum aims to provide a variety of age appropriate activities such as sport, music, enrichment, and special event.
5.0
(4)
Opened June, 2017.
A nurturing home daycare/preschool, incorporating the Montessori Method of teaching. Experienced former preschool teacher of 14 years.
I provide healthy home meals that include breakfast, lunch, and two snacks.
My program offers math, art, music and movement, circle and story...
5.0
"Love how Mrs.Beauty welcomes us in the morning,she is very clean and organized.I like that she has a schedule for the kids,she's not just baby sitting but also teacher.We are very thankful for Mrs.Beauty"
Marcy
5.0
(2)
WELCOME TO OUR HIVE!
Here at Brandi's Busy Bees each child is an individual and will be treated and respected as such. We're known to provide families with a safe, clean and wholesome environment where children learn basic skills and more while having an enjoyable experience for a reasonable cost....
5.0
"I absolutely loved bringing my baby girl to Ms. Brandy. She's very attentive to the children and communicated with me in a timely manner. She will also send you pictures of your kiddo if you ask or sometimes she would randomly send them. It was time for my daughter...
Jessica H
Lulu's Fun House
30 Montecilo, Foothill Ranch, CA
5.0
(9)
-Loving, nurturing and academic.
-Park-like playground yard.
-Infant/Toddler/School Age. (2 weeks-5yrs)
-No Pets In home/yard.
-Smoke Free Home.
-8:00am-5:30pm.
-Preschool play based program.
Dear Future Parents,
We would like to extend our warmest welcome to Lulu's Fun House. Thank you for...
5.0
"My daughter has been attending lulus fun house for almost 8 months at this point and she comes home every week learning something new. She's always a happy girl when she gets dropped off and picked up. Me and my husband believe she's better behaved with Nouf than...
Kamyla B
5.0
(1)
My name is Paloma and I am a mother of two beautiful boys: a 3-year-old and a 4-month old. I have a Bachelor in Arts; a career of 13 years as Director of Graphic Design for nationally-known fashion companies; I played collegiate Volleyball; I am bi-lingual (Spanish) from South American descent; I am...
5.0
"Highly recommended! Paloma provided me with her services in 2019 in the care of my twin girls. She provided such loving care and was quick to provide text and video updates throughout the day. If you are looking for someone to care for your littles, rest assured...
Crystal
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
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
4.8
(25)
Welcome to Normandale Heights 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,...
5.0
"The staff are astonishing. Their daycare is very educational to the children which I appreciate . The staff are very friendly, helpful and kind towards the parents and the children. If I could give this daycare more then 5 stars I would."
Karen
5.0
(3)
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,...
5.0
"What an awesome Daycare with an amazing teacher. Cheryl and Toyland Heaven have been the best thing to happen to my little one and I. As a single mom, I was so nervous to drop him off at a stranger's place for 8 hours, especially after being home with me for the...
Jennifer
5.0
(3)
I am a certified Montessori Teacher, and I hold a Certificate in Early Childhood Education along with a BA in Early Childhood Education. I am certified in First Aid, CPR and also certified in the Immunization Assistance Program.
I have been in the educational field for over 15 years.7 years as...
5.0
"This home- preschool truly surpassed our expectations and we are very high strung parents. So we understand that typically we feel satisfied at best but this program has changed all of that! As all parents, we want the best for our child and we got that here. Mrs....
Jodie S
Nora's Day Care
1137 South Evening Star Dr, Anaheim, CA
5.0
(6)
Licensed home day care > infants to 12 year old (NEWBORN) TO 12.
Open M-F from 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Educational activities.
Healthy meals.
Great location.
Good price.
Potty training available.
All state programs welcome.
My qualifications;
Fully qualified preschool teacher.
Certified...
5.0
"We have been taking our twins here since they were under a year old and our son for almost two years now. It's a wonderful place. Friendly, clean, very caring and attentive. This daycare teaches the children many school based techniques that will be beneficial once...
Carmina
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Mona and I have been a licensed child care provider for more than 20 years. Additionally, I have completed my early childhood education at Santa Ana College and work with my peers in the area on improving an already welcoming environment. I provide preschool activities and maintain a...
5.0
"Dear Mona ,Your child care is really the best I am so lucky to found you.i appreciate you very much."
Simin S
5.0
(5)
Located in the beautiful and safe community of Casa De Santiago!! We are located in the perfect location where hardly any cars pass by! We have a clean, child safe, very well maintained home with spacious room and TONS of toys! We do daily learning activities (counting, ABC's, reading, etc.) and...
5.0
"Finding Catalina was the biggest blessing to our family. Working full time and trusting your kids with someone is tough but she loved our kids and took care of them like they were her own and made it so easy to leave them in her care each day. Our kids are in...
Amy
5.0
(11)
** Enrollments opening January 2024 **
TOURS AVAILABLE THIS NOVEMBER to reserve January spots.
-Email to schedule - c4ktustin@gmail.com
At Care for K.I.D.S. your child will learn, play, socialize, discover, create, build, engineer, imagine, wonder, and enjoy childhood.
His or Her critical...
5.0
"Care For K.I.D.S is great !!! I'm so happy that my son and I found Mrs.Mayra and Ms. Gabby, there amazing with my kiddo. They have the patience when he's having his behaviors and they just take the time to give him the attention that he needs. I absolutely adore...
Alexis L
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Irvine, CA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Irvine, CA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Irvine, 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.
What age ranges do drop-in daycares near me in Irvine, CA accept?
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 Irvine, CA, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.
Do I need to make a reservation to use a drop-in daycare near me in Irvine, CA?
While drop-in daycares in Irvine, 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.
What should I bring with me to a drop-in daycare near me in Irvine, CA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Irvine, 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!
Ratings for Irvine, CA drop-in daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Drop-In Daycares in Irvine, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 74 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares.