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Drop-In Daycares in Laguna Beach, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares

Bright Childcare

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...

- Stephanie L.

Busy Lil Bees Preschool & Daycare

I feel so lucky to have found Busy lil bees daycare/preschool for my son, who is 2 yrs old. The transition to a new daycare for me was a bit...

- Megan T.

Siepideh Tehrani Buzy Kidz Daycare

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...

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Drop-In Daycares Near Laguna Beach, CA

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Project Scientist

422 Glenneyre St. 1 Laguna Beach, CA

Our promise is to educate, coach, and advocate for girls and women with an aptitude, talent, and passion for STEM. Through engagement of top STEM companies, universities, teachers and hands on curriculum our girls discover the endless opportunities available to them in STEM through our Summer Academy and expeditions.
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Kid Care Brookie's Mom

741 Marlin Dr Laguna Beach, CA

At my child care has been a joyful experience since 1984. Our licensed preschool offers pre-writing, reading and math skills, a language literature program, creative arts, age-appropriate cooking class, gymnastics and movement experience. We provide delicious, nutritious meals and snacks for children, and Our staff teaches the...
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Bright Childcare

29832 Hiddenwood Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(23)

State license verified

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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Busy Lil Bees Preschool & Daycare

23892 Via Astorga Mission Viejo, CA

5.0(2)
Hello families ~ Busy Lil Bees preschool and daycare is a small licensed in-home daycare that offers a preschool program. The goal of Busy Lil Bees is to nurture the child's emotional, intellectual, social and physical development all in the comfort of a home setting. A little bit about myself: I am a mother of 3 great...

Megan T. says "I feel so lucky to have found Busy lil bees daycare/preschool for my son, who is 2 yrs old. The transition to a new daycare for me was a bit overwhelming...

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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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Irvine Learning Tree Child Daycare

16 Goldenbush Irvine, CA

5.0(2)
Welcome to Learning Tree Child Daycare! We are currently accepting applications for children ages 12 weeks up to 4 years old. We are a licensed daycare provider located in Central Irvine in Orange County. We are focused on serving our neighbors in nearby cities of Irvine, Lake Forest, Laguna Hills, Tustin, Santa Ana, and...

Linda M. says "She has been my good neighbor for 20 years. We have raised our children together. She and her husband are loving, responsible members of the community....

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4874 - Everbrook Academy of Irvine

16498 ROYAL OAK IRVINE, CA

3.0(2)

State license verified

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,...

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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Lake Forest Family Daycare

22832 Aspan St. Lake Forest, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

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 five years of wonderful...

Min says "Both of my kids (age 4 and 2) have been going to May's home daycare since Fall 2020. I feel comfortable that her daycare is licensed and clean. She follows...

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Ladybugs Daycare

100 Bariton Irvine, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Care Member says "As the anxious mother of an only child, this place was such a massive blessing to my husband and I. My child attended this facility from the age of 13...

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Mind Builder At The Hills

25052 Mawson Drive Laguna Hills, CA

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. *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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Shining Stars Home Daycare

27091 Via San Diego Mission Viejo, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Shining Stars provides child care services to working and busy parents in South Orange County. We are located in Barcelona North residential community in City of Mission Viejo. We are happily caring for the age groups of 3 months old infants to six year old school age kids. My 15 years of professional experience as a Pre...

Care Member says "We started bringing our son to Shining Stars when he was 3 months old (he's 2.5 now), I was a first time mom so was super nervous. Menik alleviated all...

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Paige's Place In-home Daycare

Los Alisos And Trabuco Mission Viejo, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

Welcome! My name is Paige. I have been running an at-home daycare for 20+ years. I started my daycare when my own four children were young. I have continued my daycare because I enjoy creating a family oriented, fun, loving environment for children. I am a member of the Orange County Childcare Association and I am First...

Care Member says "We love Paige! My daughter started with Paige at 4 months old and is now almost 2.5. There’s not a day she doesn’t run happily into her arms at drop...

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Irvine Home Daycare

456 Chorus Irvine, CA

5.0(5)
I think you will be excited to learn what I provide My name is Maryam and I am a longtime resident of Irvine. I have a large child-safe home and am an experienced professional in the field of child care and more importantly, I LOVE what I do. I am licensed by the State of California and certified in CPR, First Aid, and child...

Care Member says "We only have the best things to say about Irvine Home Daycare! I cannot believe how lucky we were to find Maryam’s daycare. Maryam cares so much about...

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Chai Tots Chabad Of Irvine

5010 BARRANCA PKWY IRVINE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

For over 40 years, our pre-school has been offering the joy of Judaism with the warmth of family and community in a safe and loving environment. Our progressive child-centered curriculum offers individual attention, emotional and physical growth for each child. Our highly trained and experienced staff are dedicated to...

Jared & Ariella C. says "Its a wonderful facility people there are wonderful our kids love it!"

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Little Gems Day Care

25111 Barents Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

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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A To Z Home Daycare

4056 Williwaw Dr Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
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 activities and...

Care Member says "Our family feels so lucky to have Rene as our kids’ caregiver. She is caring, loving, and truly amazing at what she does. Our kids adore her and look...

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Abc Daycare

14 Lilac Irvine, CA

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 Associate) certification. We have...

Gloria T. says "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...

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ABC Daycare

Manzanares Mission Viejo, CA

5.0(1)
Licensed by the State (#304313249) Full-time, part-time; drop-ins. Occasional evening and weekend care available on request. -Certified, loving and patient teacher experienced in early childhood development. -Activities include story-time, song and dance, morning stretches, arts and crafts, math & science, literacy, motor skill...

Allie P. says "Absolutely great caregivers! My son goes 2x a week and he LOVES it! He can't wait to tell us what they did during the day and he's always excited to go to...

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Royale Family Day Care

5132 Royale Ave East Irvine, CA

5.0(3)
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....

Phepsi says "Hi Kathryne thank you for saving my day as i go to work by taking care of my niece. Excellent service, a business with a heart."

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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Laguna Beach, CA

Drop-in daycare near you in Laguna Beach, 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 Laguna Beach, 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 Laguna Beach, 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 Laguna Beach, 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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