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Compare 60 infant daycare centers in Lake Forest offering safe, nurturing care for newborns and babies. Compare programs and reviews to find the best fit.

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Infant Daycares in Lake Forest, CA are rated 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed infant daycares

Normandale Family Childcare

My son has been at this loving program for the last year and has grown and developed so much!! The teachers and care givers provide a...

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Tweety Small Daycare

We absolutely love Liz! She has been a wonderful daycare mom for our boy Everett. She's communicative (gives us updates and pictures...

- Jennifer P.

Chamomile Playhouse Daycare & Preschool

Both of my kids go there. It's a very nice place. The food is really good. Marina is really calm with the kids. She teaches lots of...

- Pavlo S.

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Normandale Family Childcare

SUMMIT LAKE FOREST, CA

5.0(10)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Child care
Welcome to Normandale 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, writing, music, arts, crafts, and sensory...

Care Member says "My son has been at this loving program for the last year and has grown and developed so much!! The teachers and care givers provide a nurturing and...

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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 and personal supervision so i...

Jennifer P. says "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...

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Kidsy

25221 Avenida Tranquila Lake Forest, CA

State license verified

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 with peace of mind, knowing that...
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Mother Goose Daycare by Lisa

24266 Mccoy Rd Lake Forest, CA

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
I am a licensed small family daycare provider. I have run my daycare from my Lake Forest home for over 20 years taking care of infants and toddlers. we learn, play and grow through all developmental stages with fun interaction with other kids and myself in a loving family home atmosphere using various activities such as reading,...
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Pumpkin Patch Playschool

1625 Lupine Lake Forest, CA

Pumpkin Patch Playschool is switching gears. I am pleased to announce I am now offering infant daycare with Pumpkin Patch Littles! I am a home-based, state licensed daycare located in the new Baker Ranch community of Lake Forest. I offer part-time and full-time options. It is my sincere desire to provide a safe and loving...
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Pink Melody Child Care

24092 Gemwood Dr. Lake Forest, CA

Hello my name is Zahra. I am a Licensed Child Care provider and I run a childcare center at my house called Pink Melody Childcare in Lake Forest. I am a mother of two girls and I know I will provide safe and loving childcare for your child. My mission is to provide a space where your child can play, learn, and rest. My home is...
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Woodcrest Preschool

21772 Lake Forest Dr Lake Forest, CA

1.0(1)
Academic
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Woodcrest Preschool has successfully provided child care care and preschool programs to children from ages infants, toddlers, preschool, prek, tk and kindergarten since 1969. The Woodcrest child care curriculum is backed by decades of child care experience and a love of teaching. Our daily child care lessons and monthly themes...
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Forest Blossom Montessori Childcare

26342 Forest Ridge Drive 4C Lake Forest, CA

Welcome to Forest Blossom Montessori childcare in a safe neighborhood. Lake Forest. I am professionally qualified Montessori Teacher worked with Toddlers Preschool/Kindergarten children over 20 years and Licensed home daycare provider My Mission is to make children happy, play and healthy in a safe environment for your child...
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Brighter Futures Academy

Avenida Lake Forest, CA

Family home daycare. Serving infant through 5years old.
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Chamomile Playhouse Daycare & Preschool

25592 La Mirada Street LAGUNA HILLS, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1790/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Welcome to Chamomile Playhouse! The idea for this daycare began with my own son. When he was two, he attended a Montessori preschool. Montessori classrooms use beautifully designed materials—wooden trays, geometric shapes, and sensory objects—instead of familiar toys. While this approach works wonderfully for many children,...

Pavlo S. says "Both of my kids go there. It's a very nice place. The food is really good. Marina is really calm with the kids. She teaches lots of different academic...

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Best Baby Daycare Irvine

205 Cherrybrook Lane Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
BEST BABY DAYCARE Irvine has an Opening for a Newborn Infant! Age 6 weeks to 3 months of age. Please call 949-861-8125 for a personal interview and tour of beautifully designed and decorated nursery facility. This is a cozy, sweet, safe and clean home daycare in great Oakcreek neighborhood of Irvine. Best toys, books, and cedar...

Ingrid E. says "My Husband & I recently signed up our 3 moths old son to start Best Baby Daycare. Our son has been attending Best Baby Daycare for two weeks now and we...

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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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M&t Family Child Care

13 Oakcliff Dr Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Hello and welcome to M&T Family Child Care in Laguna Niguel! My name is Pooneh, and I am a licensed provider (License #304314645) with certifications in CPR, First Aid, and Preventive Health (including child nutrition and lead exposure). With years of experience and a true passion for caring for children, I provide a safe,...

Care Member says "5 STARS for M&T!!! M&T watched our son from ~3 months old to ~2 years old. Highly, highly recommend. I always felt comfortable dropping my son off...

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Danika's Home Childcare

403 Monte Vista Irvine, CA

4.0(17)

State license verified

I have over 25 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 corporate world and said...

R. B says "Danika started to take care my baby when he was 5Months Old. I am a first time mom and did all my daycare visits and glad that we found her. She's really sweet...

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Temple Beth El South Orange County Infant Toddler & Early Childhood Center

2A LIBERTY ALISO VIEJO, CA

5.0(9)

State license verified

starting at
$2100/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
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At our school, children thrive in a warm, nurturing, and secure environment with a spectacular teacher-to-student ratio and a full-time security guard on campus. We blend play-based learning with academic readiness, inspiring creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love for learning. With hands-on activities, caring teachers, and...

Care Member says "As a grandparent it gives me great joy to see our grandchildren having great fun while learning. Not only are they learning their ABCs but they are...

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Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch

26462 Towne Centre Drive Foothill Ranch, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, where your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. At our beautiful Foothill Ranch location, your child will take advantage of the beautiful natural surroundings and patios that allow for an indoor-outdoor classroom flow. Now enrolling for...

Rebecca G. says "Excellent school. My two boys went here until recently, and we only switched because a new Guidepost sister school was opening up that offered Spanish...

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Ginger Jones

18 Columbine Dove Canyon, CA

5.0(3)
WELCOME! I own Rockinghorse Home Day Care which has been offering state licensed care to children 6 weeks to Pre-K in a small group environment. I believe: C...communication is essential; A...accomplishments in every stage of a child's life builds self-esteem; R...respect of each child's needs is necessary; E...encouraging...

Natalie D. says "Ginger cares for my second child and I wish I knew her for my first one. She gives excellent care and is so thorough with communication and updates. I...

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Laguna Niguel Maya Daycare

24191 Rue De Gauguin Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(11)

State license verified

This is Mahshid. I appreciate your interest in my childcare program. Daycare is open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday. - child development certificate - Saddleback College - I have a Licensed child care in the State of California. - I have certified Health & Safety, CPR, and First Aid. - Years of childcare experience I...

Mary says "So grateful we found Maya to watch our daughter. This was our first time putting our child in the care of someone else and we couldn't be more pleased with the...

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Taylor's Daycare

30252 Pacific Island Dr Apt 158 Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Child care
Dragonfly Garden Family Childcare has 4 spots becoming available come March 2023. Three for children over 2 and one infant spot for a child under 2 years old. Daily Rate - $48 Full and Part Time Availability Tuition includes meals such as breakfast and lunch. Dragonfly Garden is a small family daycare run by a mother...

Stacey D. says "Taylor Bowen worked several years at Busy Bee Haven. During that time she assisted in supervising and being responsible for the well being of young...

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Child Care Etc

17731 Manchester Ave Irvine, CA

State license verified

Child Care Etc. is a small, Licensed California State Family childcare located in the heart of Irvine, CA. We have been offering families with infants through their toddler years, safe, loving care for their children since 1989. Our staff is educated in Early Childhood Education and Pediatric Advanced Childcare Education....
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FAQs for finding infant daycares near you in Lake Forest, CA

Infant daycare in Lake Forest, CA provides a safe and structured environment designed specifically for newborns and babies. Benefits can include consistent daily routines, early social interaction, and exposure to age-appropriate activities that support cognitive and emotional development. Many parents also value the peace of mind that comes from knowing their child is cared for by trained professionals.

Choosing the right infant daycare in Lake Forest, CA involves evaluating factors such as staff experience, caregiver-to-infant ratios, cleanliness, safety practices, and daily routines. Many families schedule tours to observe how caregivers interact with infants, ask about feeding and nap schedules, and ensure the environment aligns with their expectations and parenting style.

To find infant daycare in Lake Forest, CA, many families browse local listings and compare daycare centers based on location, reviews, availability, and program details. Reviewing multiple options and contacting providers directly can help you better understand their approach to infant care and determine which center is the best fit.

The cost of infant daycare in Lake Forest, CA as of April, 2026 can vary depending on the center, hours of care, and level of service provided. Infant care is often more expensive than care for older children due to lower caregiver-to-child ratios and the level of attention required. Families often compare multiple centers to find an option that fits their budget and schedule.

When evaluating infant daycare in Lake Forest, CA, parents often look for a clean and safe environment, experienced caregivers, and clear policies around feeding, sleep, and communication. It’s also important to observe how staff interact with infants and whether the center provides a nurturing and responsive environment that supports early development.

Many families in Lake Forest, CA begin searching for infant daycare several months in advance, especially in areas where availability is limited. Starting early can give you more options, allow time for tours and comparisons, and help ensure you secure a spot that aligns with your preferred schedule.

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