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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Orange, CA
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
Lucky Daycare
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
Rasika Fernando Family Daycare
5.0
Excellent care taker.
very interactive.
- Falgun
Kids Space
5.0
My family and I love Kids Space preschool. We first started attending 6 years ago with my first child and now my 2nd child is attending. We love the home environment along with the high academics. My 1st child was well prepared to attend Kindergarten and my 2nd child is now learning the Kindergarten...
- JENELL
Tania's Home Family Child Care
5.0
We are so lucky to have found Miss Tania! Tania loves our little one like her own. We never have had any doubts about our baby's safety or well-being while with Miss Tania. She communicates with us throughout the day with pictures and updates on how she's doing. Our little one is always excited to...
- Stephen B
Drop-in daycares in Orange, CA
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...
Recent reviews:
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
(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...
Recent review:
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
(1)
AMI/AMS Montessori based daycare Run by Rasika Fernando. I am a mother of two and also a Montessori qualified teacher who has been in the field for 22 years in CA. My childcare program will be open from 6AM to 6:30PM Mon-Fri. Weekend care will be provided as needed. Thank you for viewing my profile...
Recent review:
5.0
Excellent care taker.
very interactive.
Falgun
Stephany's Daycare in Orange is a caring and nurturing place for your child. I've been open for 10 years and absolutely love what I do! We live in a quiet and nice neighborhood in the city of Orange close to Lincoln and Glassell. We are close to the 55, 91 and 57 Freeways.
Your child will...
The Orange YMCA at Camp Oakes in Orange, California offers an American Camp Association-accredited summer camp program which encourages healthy and active lifestyles in a fun and safe environment. Children from five to ten years old have opportunities for competitive swimming, sports, arts and...
5.0
(1)
We are an in-home daycare/Preschool, accepting students from 2-5 years of age. We are very academic with three learning classes. We service breakfast, hot lunch and snack. Have free playtime before and after classes. Provide a large backyard. Open from 7:00am - 6:00 pm. Been in business for over 35...
Recent reviews:
5.0
My family and I love Kids Space preschool. We first started attending 6 years ago with my first child and now my 2nd child is attending. We love the home environment along with the high academics. My 1st child was well prepared to attend Kindergarten and my 2nd...
JENELL
5.0
(11)
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...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Tania's Family Day Care has been a blessing to our family. We are first-time parents, and we were pretty anxious about sending our 4-month old baby to daycare. Our anxiety quickly disappeared when we saw how wonderful our baby was doing at Tania's. She was able...
Samantha 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...
Recent reviews:
5.0
I am so pleased with Mrs. Cat's childcare
My 3 yr old son loves going everyday!
I love the variety of activities she has for him everyday and the care she gives him.
Mrs. Cat is very professional and kind and has even called to check on my son when he was sick....
Mike
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...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Eli took care of my son from 6 weeks to 6 months. She was very good with him. I was a new Mom and my son had some difficulty eating his formula. She was very patient with him and wrote down for me all he ate everyday etc.. Also, she had a very nice clean home...
Paula S
5.0
(2)
We are open 24/5 days a week. We accepting newborn to 5 years old. Our goal is to provide tender love and care for our wonderful angels. We provide the children with warm meals, including breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner. We motivate the children with fun yet highly educational activities that...
Recent reviews:
5.0
This place is incredible, the people that work there are very patient with the kids, and Edit the owner is very sweet and cares much about the kids
Joe
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,...
Recent reviews:
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
(6)
Celebrating my 40th year in the child care industry. I have seen so many changes. The one thing that has always stayed the same is the children. Routine, Schedule, Education, Music, Movement ,Creative Play, Nutritious Meals and lots of love, has been the timeless key to my business success for all...
Recent reviews:
5.0
I have known Claudia since 1981 when my oldest daughter started there at age 2 . My other daughter started there at 6 weeks old and they were there from 1981-1991. They were always loved (and a little spoiled)! I knew they were well taken care of. Claudia is very...
Sue D
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...
Recent reviews:
5.0
This daycare is very delightful. It's been a stupendous help to my family. I highly recommend it. Such great location.
Jennifer
5.0
(8)
Paradise Kids daycare is a licensed in-home child-care facility in a safe community located in Irvine, CA. I am available Monday through Friday from 8Am to 5 Pm, and am very dedicated and loving towards children and enjoy teaching and playing with them. Education is very important and I work with...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Marjan is a great and amazing caregiver we found for my 22 months (now) old daughter! We started her daycare here since she was 18 months and in very short period she is learning lot from Marjan and her very lovable, helpful and caring family members. We had really...
Priya P
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...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Ms. Yesica at Itsy Bitsy Daycare is simply the best. We moved to Irvine in the middle of the pandemic and were seeking care for our children, ages 1 and 3 years old. We must have unknowingly saved the best for last! I had interviewed three other daycare providers...
Torie G
5.0
(1)
Recent review:
5.0
100% highly recommend. Everyone here is absolutely the best. They are so nice and friendly. My daughter loves being here and doesn't want to leave half of time.
Katrina H
3.7
(3)
I am a mother of two wonderful children. I have opened my home to create a family child care center with current OCC and CDA license qualifications. My home is smoke-free and pet-free. I am CPR certified and willing to provide transportation to accommodate the parents. I love children and that is...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Ms. Mimi has watched our son for a year now and is very caring and loving to our son. We had previously found a child care provider that did not work out. We are very happy that we found Ms. Mimi to care for our son during the day. He loves going to "school" every...
Gina B
5.0
(1)
Home daycare located in basque avenue Fullerton CA92833
Opening for two infants under 24 months
Four children age of two years to four years old
Two school ages children
Facility license number 304313529
I have over ten years of experience as a teacher in Montessori schools.
Recent review:
5.0
I had my daughter enrolled part time for more than a year. Ms inoka is really kind and excellent with the children. Montessori environment with clean and tidy place. I highly recommend .
Rohan
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...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Rostana has been taking care of my daughter since she was a few months old. She's very nurturing, kind, and makes delicious healthy food for her. The daycare is kept very clean, and Rostana keeps her very busy with lots of developmentally appropriate toys and...
Fatima D
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...
Recent reviews:
5.0
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 this daycare, he eats almost everything! Love that this daycare also provides breakfast and lunch as well as...
Gloria
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Orange, CA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Orange, CA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Orange, 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 Orange, 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 Orange, 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 Orange, CA?
While drop-in daycares in Orange, 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 Orange, CA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Orange, 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 Orange, CA drop-in daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Drop-In Daycares in Orange, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares.