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Creative Kids OC Family Day Care

306 Broadway Costa Mesa, CA

In-Home daycare
Welcome to Creative Kids Family Daycare! My highest priority is for your child to be safe, healthy and happy and I have taken these steps to make that happen: My home is professionally child and baby proofed. I am certified by the Red Cross in Infant/Child First Aid, Safety, CPR and Preventative Health Practices. I conduct...
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ABC Day Care

2040 Federal Ave Costa Mesa, CA

My name is Marina, I am a Licensed Child Care provider, located in Costa Mesa , My home is open to all ages from infant to school age ,the daycare can pick up Children from schools that are around Our house, which are Victoria elementary, Pomona Elementary School, Rea Elementary , Wilson Elementary, Home child care can be the...
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NOBIS PRESCHOOL-Costa Mesa

190 E 15TH ST COSTA MESA, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1640/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Our program is centered on the belief that the first few years of a child’s life are critical for their developmental foundation and socialization. We believe that by providing a home-like environment that is safe, comfortable, and loving, a child’s creativity will be nurtured. The philosophy of this Center is a holistic...
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Harbor Trinity Preschool

1230 Baker St Costa Mesa, CA

Faith based
Academic
Child care
Preschool
YES, WE POTTY TRAIN! We are a Christian preschool and day care center for children ages 2-6 years of age. We place a high emphasis on character development and Kindergarten readiness by offering activities that stimulate and encourage the overall development of each student. Some of our activities include: Letter & Number...
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Page Academy

657 Victoria Street Costa Mesa, CA

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Page Academy's Early Childhood Program begins and ends with a warm, caring, qualified staff in a safe and secure environment. We understand that this may be the first occurrence you and your child are experiencing away from the home environment and together we will share your child's milestones, goals, and experiences. We...
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Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Giant Step Learning Center is an early care and education facility in Costa Mesa, California that aims to help children achieve their fullest by providing them with an inclusive curriculum and plenty of hands-on learning experiences. The company handles children between the ages of 2 to 6 years old, and their programs are...
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Happy Kid's Daycare

2212 Delaware St Huntington Beach, CA

Happy Kid's Daycare is a small daycare that is located at 2212 Delaware St Huntington Beach, CA 92648. I have 4 years of experience working with children. I build an excellent curriculum that promotes active learning and creative thinking. I do fun educational activities such as, math, science, arts, crafts, and more. We have...
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Ana's Home Daycare

110 Confederation Way Irvine, CA

Hello, my name is Ana. I am an experienced child care provider, located in West Irvine. I provide a warm, loving and nurturing home like setting environment. My daily focus is the well-being of your child and offering a clean and safe environment. My assistant has three years of experience working with kids. She's funny and...
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Aveesa Daycare

44 Hollowglen Irvine, CA

Aveesa Small Family Home Daycare/Childcare (Irvine) * Open Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 6:00 pm. * We also take care of your kids after hours and on special occasions with advance notice. Reasonable rates. * Accepting infants 0-24 months Full time and part time * Drop-off and pick-up...
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Amini Home Daycare

58 FIRE THORN Irvine, CA

Fun, Fun, & More Fun Days are filled with fun and learning. Whether its arts & crafts, playtime, story time, M-F Preschool or a summer calendar with daily activities, there's always something exciting for children to look forward to. Came and visit us today! Mrs. Margarita Phone 949-748-7056 or visit us at Full time space now...
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Viv Shining Star Family Daycare

858 Hayes Irvine, CA

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 outside play area and...
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Orange Kids

117 Treehouse Irvine, CA

We understand how difficult raising a child for full-time working parents may be, from nutrition to their behavior, exploring their hidden talents to teaching them arts & music, and all in a safe environment. Our Lovely trained Staff in Orange Kids Family Child Care are licensed child care and educated with CPR...
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Child Care Etc

17731 Manchester Ave Irvine, CA

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. healthy care for their children since 1989. Our pre-preschool program is designed to nurture, as well as educationally and socially...
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TLC Learning Center

13082 KERRY ST GARDEN GROVE, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1100/mo
Outdoor/nature
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
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We use an integrated and dynamic method of teaching that incorporates both Montessori and traditional styles, to allow the children a guided way to learning that is fun, and prepares them for Kindergarten. We also prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks as part of our care program, and include extracurricular...
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Miss Jennifer's Daycare

4291 Skylark Street Irvine, CA

Miss Jennifer's Daycare is a small, licensed home daycare that has been serving the Irvine Community for over 14 years. We have two full-time opening available now for ages 2 and up. Please give Jennifer a call at (949) 726-1009 to schedule an appointment. Our daycare is a loving, fun-filled place with a preschool room, and 2...
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Homestyle Jaycare

3808 E Palm Ave, ORANGE, CA

starting at
$1475/mo
We are a fun filled Christian environment, that thrives on play base and social skill learning. We want to reach and teach the newest generation to love and have life skills. While we are play based , we do have a small curriculum that also allows us to learn basic preschool activities and life skills. Life skills include...
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A To Z Home Daycare

4056 Williwaw Dr Irvine, CA

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...
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Smith's Home Preschool

43 Glenhurst Irvine, CA

Smith's Home Preschool is run by myself, Kristel Smith. I am a credentialed elementary school teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Child and Adolescent Development. In addition, I have over 18 units of early childhood education and have worked in several after school care programs. I have been working with children for over 10...
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Danika's Home Childcare

403 Monte Vista Irvine, CA

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...
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Sunshine Kids Center

7652 Lehigh Pl Westminster, CA

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
I work with children to build a solid mental, social, and spiritual foundation. Each day children have time to play, problem solve, socialize with peers, listen, talk, exercise, sing, dance, read, count, taste, smell, touch, and so much more! My main strategy is to instill the love of learning in these kiddos, and the best way...
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FAQs for finding part-time daycares near you in Costa Mesa, CA

Part-time daycare is becoming increasingly accessible and popular among working families. The cost of part-time daycare can vary widely depending on location and the type of center you choose.

Deciding on a part-time daycare near you in Costa Mesa, CA can be a daunting but important task. If you need part-time daycare, there are several factors to keep in mind while searching. Start by narrowing down options on Care.com based on location and rate. From there you can read reviews from other families. It is also wise to consider the program's curriculum, staff qualifications, and the ratio of adults to children for a quality environment.

Part-time daycare services near you in Costa Mesa, CA provide care for children during part of the day, typically during parents' work hours. These services typically offer activities focused on early childhood education in areas such as literacy and numeracy. Through combining structured, educational activities with free play, part-time daycares are able to give children experience in both classroom and social settings while they are under adult supervision. Additionally, part-time daycare providers typically partner with parents to tailor program goals and objectives to their needs and those of their child's.

When looking for part-time daycare near you in Costa Mesa, CA, it is important to research a facility's qualifications and credentials. Make sure they have a license and that their staff is certified and experienced in child care. It's also a good idea to ask about the staff-to-child ratio, as part-time daycares should be attentive to the children’s needs while they are there. Before you entrust your children with any part-time daycare, look at references from past customers or even observe how the facility operates firsthand. Finally, investigate if the part-time daycare offers activities for your children such as music, art and outdoor recreation so that your children can remain engaged when having fun outside of their home environment.

Part-time daycare can near you in Costa Mesa, CA can offer many benefits for both families and children alike. To start, they provide child care in a safe, stimulating environment that is supervised by trained professionals. As part-time daycare is not permanent and only used on an as-needed basis, it is often more affordable than full-time daycare, making it much easier for working parents to manage their budgets while still providing quality care for their children. Additionally, part-time daycare offers the flexibility to increase or decrease usage depending on schedules, holidays and other commitments, allowing families to adapt to changing circumstances.

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