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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Lake Forest, CA

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

Lake Forest Family Daycare

5.0

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 COVID guidelines and wears a mask. Her home is set up like a preschool with plenty of educational toys and an enclosed backyard for outdoor...

- Min

Normandale Family Childcare

5.0

Hello. My name is Nikki and I was a first time mom putting my daughter, Aurora, in an daycare. I put her in at 14 months. I chose in home because facilities were out of my budget and I felt a natural loving energy in this home daycare. I saw the reviews and visited the daycare & was shocked at how...

- Nikki R

Happy Angels Haven

5.0

Mrs Alvi is amazing! My daughter has been in her daycare for about a year absolutely loves her. Mrs Alvi is very warm with the children and takes the time to really teach them. My daughter was a little delayed in her speech and today you would never know it. We're thankful we found her!

- Jada D

Angels Family Day Care

5.0

We highly recommend Homa to anyone looking for a caring, safe, and intimate in home daycare. She watched our son from age 9 weeks to 2 years. As a first time mom, I was comforted by her many years of experience. We also loved that she keeps the groups small, so your little one gets a lot of...

- Ilana H

Drop-in daycares in Lake Forest, CA

Tweety Small Daycare

24922 Muirlands Blvd. Trlr 109, Lake Forest, CA

Starting at $250/wk

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
"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...

Jennifer P


Lake Forest Family Daycare

Lake Forest Family Daycare

22832 Aspan St., Lake Forest, CA

Starting at $280/wk

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


Normandale Family Childcare

Normandale Family Childcare

Summit Vista, Lake Forest, CA

Starting at $300/wk

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
"Ms Mina and Maryam provided great care for my child before the school. The communication has been prompt and effective and the facility was alway clean and tidy. During the time, my kids' manner also improved noticeably. We really appriciate all they have done for...

Fan W


Wieczorek Family Daycare

Wieczorek Family Daycare

21082 Wheaton Terrace, Lake Forest, CA

Starting at $250/wk

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...

Busy Bees Preschool

25151 Campo Rojo, Lake Forest, CA

Costimate: $268/wk

I will provide: -A clean & safe environment for your child -A nurturing learning environment with age appropriate toys & activities -A loving & comforting home like feeling -Structured Christ-like discipline & rewards system emphasizing love & compassion for everyone -Healthy & balanced snacks...

Butterfly Playschool

24172 McCoy Rd, Lake Forest, CA

Costimate: $268/wk

Butterfly Playschool provides a nurturing play-based environment. We implement developmentally appropriate preschool curriculum that allows children to explore and appreciate the joy of learning. We pay attention to the smallest details.

Kidsy

Kidsy

25221 Avenida Tranquila, Lake Forest, CA

Costimate: $268/wk

We don't just care, We inspire. Kidsy provides full-time and part-time childcare for infants and children, ages 6 weeks old and up to 6 years old. Kidsy is a home where you can bring your child and feel complete trust that your child is in a safe and loving environment. You can return to work...

Aldana's Daycare

Aldana's Daycare

22942 Sierra St, Lake Forest, CA

Costimate: $253/wk

Open 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday and special occasions Saturdays and Sundays. English and Spanish. Ages 0 to 10 years old. Superior care with love and patience. Educational activities that include ABC's, 123's, math, story time, music, dance, free play out/inside and much more. Potty...

Happy Angels Haven

Happy Angels Haven

25291 Barents Street, Laguna Hills, CA

Starting at $325/wk

5.0

(18)

Happy Angels Haven, located in Laguna Hills, is just three blocks from 5 & 405 freeway, and just two easy turns to reach me on Alicia Parkway. Parents like a quick pick-up and drop-off, and so we work tirelessly to make everything as convenient as possible. We offer an inviting, fun-loving,...
5.0
"We have been blessed to have found Mrs. Alvi at Happy Angel Haven for our two youngest children, one toddler and a 3 month old infant. We run extremely busy schedules with our three other children, while running a dental practice all together. Mrs. Alvi has...

Quoc N


Angels Family Day Care

Angels Family Day Care

22671 Ancona, Laguna Hills, CA

Starting at $1000/mo

5.0

(5)

I am a mother of two grown up girls. I would love to take care of your child/children while you are at work. I have been in this business for the past 24 years, raising children from infant to toddler. My family daycare is open Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., $1,000.00 per month for...
5.0
"Picking a daycare for our children is without question one of the most important decisions we will make as parents. The environment, attention and care they will receive during these first few crucial years of life weighed heavily on us. When we met Homa, this...

Tony S


Millie's Daycare

Millie's Daycare

25582 Pacific Crest Drive, Mission Viejo, CA

Costimate: $295/wk

5.0

(10)

Millie's daycare is proud to offer the highest quality care with a safe, nurturing learning environment where your child will get the attention, care and love that he/she needs and deserves. As we know that 90% of a child's brain development happens before age 5, in this period of incredible...
5.0
"Wow! I really can't say enough great things about Millie's Daycare. Millie is so sweet and amazing. I highly recommend it!"

Diana B


Danika's Home Childcare

Danika's Home Childcare

403 Monte Vista, Irvine, CA

Starting at $325/wk

4.6

(17)

I have over 20 years of experience working in the childcare environments, Corporate, non-profit, and family day care. I loved what I did in the education/child care field; but wanted to take what I truly enjoyed doing down to a smaller scale. When the opportunity came in 2013, I said good-bye to the...
5.0
"When it came time to go back to work after my maternity leave, I was so sad to think I would be away from my little girl. Danika's Home Childcare was the first in-home daycare we visited/interviewed and none of the others we interviewed compared. Danika has been...

Lauren R


Ellie's Daycare

Ellie's Daycare

Woodbridge Area, Irvine, CA

Starting at $322/wk

5.0

(7)

I provide daycare services for kids of all ages at my home in Irvine. I am licensed and I have been working in a childcare for over 8 years. I have had experience in babysitting for 8 years and more. I offer homemade food and healthy snacks to all children with parent permission. I provide indoor...
5.0
"Eli and her daycare are amazing!!! We have been there from pretty close to the beginning, which made it really hard when we had to move. Her facility is exceptionaly clean and well taken care. I would recommend her to anyone. She is incredibly friendly and only...

Scott C


Viv Shining Star Family Daycare

Viv Shining Star Family Daycare

858 Hayes, Irvine, CA

Starting at $60/day

5.0

(7)

Infant and Toddler Program Healthy snacks & home cooked meals. Creative activities including ABC's, numbers, colors, shapes, and arts & crafts. Circle time, story time, songs, music & dance. Learning programs which provide education in early child development. Safe...
5.0
"As a director of a high quality, center based preschool where Miss Viv began her career working with children, I was thrilled when my daughter enrolled my grandchildren in Shining Star. Viv engages with the children in her care in a responsive & respectful way,...

Jeanette


Itsy Bitsy Daycare

Itsy Bitsy Daycare

12 Columbine, Irvine, CA

Starting at $310/wk

4.5

(8)

**INFANT OPENINGS AVAILABLE** Details regarding the daycare are listed below. LIC # 304312876. Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Ages accepted: 0-4 years old. I am State Licensed, Pediatrics C.P.R. & First Aid Certified, Educated in Early Childhood Studies. I provide a...
5.0
"Our 19 month old daughter has been attending Itsy Bitsy Daycare for over 8 months. As first time parents, we were extremely nervous and reluctant to put our child into daycare. I was fortunate enough to stay home with her for the first 10+ months and I dreaded...

Jenna S


Mona Daycare

Mona Daycare

126 Encantado Cyn, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Starting at $350/wk

5.0

(3)

Welcome to Mona Daycare, where your child's safety, happiness, and education are our top priorities. My name is Mona, and I am a licensed daycare provider who is certified in Health and Safety, CPR, and First Aid. I have been working with children since 2015 and established Mona Daycare in 2019 as a...
5.0
"Mona has the biggest and the kindest heart! I entrusted her with my newborn son when he was 3-4mo old and I have never had any concerns or guilt about leaving my baby with someone other than myself! I know that when he's with Mona he is dry, clean, fed, loved,...

Iva V


Early Learner Montessori Home

Early Learner Montessori Home

7 Hickory, Irvine, CA

Starting at $310/wk

5.0

(6)

Our genuine concern and deep respect for the children in our care is the driving force behind our outstanding Montessori program where children are able to grow and thrive knowing that they are loved and cared for in a predictable, structured, and safe environment. We look forward to partnering...
5.0
"We visited The Early Leaner Montessori Home a couple times and have decided to send our son to this school starting March. The place was very cozy and home-like but at the same time equipped with all the Montessori environment just like other big Montessori...

Christine J


Paige's Place In-home Daycare

Paige's Place In-home Daycare

Los Alisos And Trabuco, Mission Viejo, CA

Costimate: $281/wk

5.0

(5)

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...
5.0
"I have been with Paige now 2 years and I can't say enough how much we love her, and the environment my daughter is in. She comes home so happy and can't wait to always go back. I just had another baby this past December and can not wait to start her at Paige's too."

Ashton W


Abc Daycare

Abc Daycare

14 Lilac, Irvine, CA

Costimate: $382/wk

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...
5.0
"We have had an amazing experience with Ms.Kim's ABC daycare. Our two son came in for pre-k and within days, it became their second home. This is BY FAR the best daycare we have ever seen. We felt so lucky to get my two son into this daycare. I believe Ms.Kim's...

Ivy G


Bright Childcare

Bright Childcare

29832 Hiddenwood, Laguna Niguel, CA

Starting at $270/wk

5.0

(23)

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...
5.0
"We love Mary's little angels. Mariam's place is super clean and very kid-friendly with toys for all ages. My son brings arts and crafts home every week and has started counting. Since day one, I've felt completely comfortable dropping my little guy off with her...

Jasmine B


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Ratings for Lake Forest, CA drop-in daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Drop-In Daycares in Lake Forest, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares.