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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Paige's Place In-home Daycare

5.0

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 off. I feel at ease dropping of my daughter and don’t have an ounce of worry when I’m away. She provides a safe and nurturing atmosphere and does...

- Care member

Mind Builder At The Hills

5.0

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 she started at Mind Builder when she was one. My youngest is 8 months old and he is currently enrolled. Dia and Elsie are quite the duo. They...

- Angela J

Happy Angels Haven

5.0

We are so lucky to have found a daycare as wonderful as Happy Angels Haven! Mrs. Alvi takes such good care of the kiddos, and gives them so much individual attention and teaching time. Our daughter has thrived here and learned so much. Mrs. Alvi is also very flexible, helpful and understanding for...

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Katie's Daycare

5.0

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 months, she loves seeing Donna and Yvonne greet her at the door, plays with her friends, reads books, eats well, naps well, and plays some more! She...

- Natalie G.

ABC Daycare

5.0

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 ABC daycare. Definitely RECOMMEND this place!

- Allie P.

Drop-in daycares in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Miss Iris' Home Daycare

Miss Iris' Home Daycare

29327 Edgewood Rd, San Juan Capistrano, CA

Finding the right childcare provider is one of the most important decisions as a parent. You not only need to make sure you find a safe and loving environment, but also a place that will stimulate his/her mind and prepare him/her for preschool. We want our children to learn manners and practice...

I am a helpful and enthusiastic individual with about 20 years of nursing background and I love to work with children. I have a lot of experience working with children. I have taken care of my sister's baby and my grandchildren for more than 3 years and would love to help other families and babysit...

Little Seeds Daycare

32462 Spyglass Court, San Juan Capistrano, CA

Safe, Clean, Positive Environment for your little one to make new friends, learn about themselves and the exciting world around them. My home daycare operates on a traditional preschool schedule that provides consistency that all children crave. A small group allows the children to feel comfortable...

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Paige's Place In-home Daycare

Paige's Place In-home Daycare

Los Alisos And Trabuco, Mission Viejo, CA

5.0

(6)

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
"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 off. I feel at ease dropping of my daughter and don’t have an ounce of worry when I’m away. She provides a safe...

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Mind Builder At The Hills

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....
5.0
"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 she started at Mind Builder when she was one. My youngest is 8 months old and he is currently enrolled. Dia...

Angela J


Happy Angels Haven

Happy Angels Haven

25291 Barents Street, Laguna Hills, CA

5.0

(20)

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
"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...

Jada D.


Katie's Daycare

Katie's Daycare

24625 Creekview Dr., Laguna Hills, CA

4.8

(26)

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...
5.0
"After having my older two children attend larger facility daycares, I wasn't sure what to expect from an in-home daycare. But Katie’s Daycare has completely changed my perspective. From the moment we walked in, I felt a sense of warmth and genuine care that put my...

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ABC Daycare

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 &...
5.0
"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 ABC daycare. Definitely RECOMMEND this place!"

Allie P.


Busy Lil Bees Preschool & Daycare

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...
5.0
"I've taken my daughter to Busy Lil Bees daycare multiple times now. It has been a wonderful experience. Shayla is great with my daughter. She is kind, patient and involved. She has tons of different crafts and activities for the kids to do at the house as well as a...

Jillian C.


Millie's Daycare

Millie's Daycare

25582 Pacific Crest Drive, Mission Viejo, CA

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
"I am so happy Millie has re instated her daycare license. I met Millie 27 yrs ago when my oldest kids where little. My youngest girls are now loving going to Millie's. She is warm and caring and always happy.."

Melissa R.


Shining Stars Home Daycare

Shining Stars Home Daycare

27091 Via San Diego, Mission Viejo, CA

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"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 of my anxiety of sending my baby to an at-home daycare. She takes such great care of each of her kiddos as if...

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Siepideh Tehrani Buzy Kidz Daycare

Siepideh Tehrani Buzy Kidz Daycare

25212 Monte Verde Drive, Laguna Niguel, CA

4.7

(13)

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...
5.0
"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 it. All of the staff are super friendly and personable, I highly recommend Buzy Kidz!"

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Love And Care Daycare

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...
5.0
"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 to love and care for others through my family day care "Patty's Home Preschool" in Laguna Hills, I have been...

Patty A.


Tiny Bear Day Care, Llc

Tiny Bear Day Care, Llc

18 San Gabriel, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

5.0

(2)

Tiny Bear Day Care is an in-home childcare environment. As I searched for a childcare for my own children, I discovered a strong need for more intimate, and private childcare settings. Too often children are getting lost in the shuffle at large childcare centers. In my home, your child will receive...
5.0
"Nicole is absolutely wonderful and an excellent caretaker! She is extremely professional. As a parent, we have her app which allows us to see everything from diaper changes to snacks and lunches. She even sends multiple pics of their activities throughout the day....

Monica W.


Leeanne's Littles

Leeanne's Littles

26255 Las Flores Unit A, Mission Viejo, CA

5.0

(1)

Leeanne's Littles is a State Licensed Daycare with a warm and caring atmosphere. We provide open areas for play, both inside and out, stations for art, music, and pretend play. Our main goal is to ensure every child feels comfortable while under our care. We want to help them develop socially, as...
5.0
"My son loves his time here, and I love that I don't have to worry about him when I'm gone! She treats him as if he were one of her own kids."

Emily L.


Gonzales Family Childcare

Gonzales Family Childcare

2958 Calle Frontera, San Clemente, CA

5.0

(4)

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...
5.0
"Natalie is the greatest! If we could have packed her up and taken her with us we would have! My son was 6 when he started going to her. He is 20 and in the Navy now. My daughter was 8 weeks and is now 11. Natalie was like their second mom. She treated them like...

Jennifer B


Nurturing Visions Childcare

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...
5.0
"Our three year old son briefly attended prior to transitioning into a Pre-K School. Our one year old daughter currently attends this facility. Both of them really enjoy it there. There are activities for the big kids and snuggles for the babies. My daughter...

Jason M


Little Gems Day Care

Little Gems Day Care

25111 Barents, Laguna Hills, CA

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"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, calm and patient presence along with watching how happy Jayce is when he goes to daycare made me and my husband feel...

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Bright Childcare

Bright Childcare

29832 Hiddenwood, Laguna Niguel, CA

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
"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 daycare closed, and honestly it was the best thing that could have happened to us. She provides a warm, loving, and...

Stephanie L.


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