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MARJAN MOHEBBI

14801 SUMAC AVE IRVINE, CA

5.0(7)

State license verified

starting at
$1900/mo
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Welcome to our home family daycare nestled in Irvine, conveniently located near Highway 5. Our daycare boasts a bright and inviting classroom environment, perfect for our mixed-age group of children. With a low ratio of 1 to 6, each child receives personalized attention and care. As a large licensed daycare provider, we...

Care Member says "My son has been attending since he was 2 years old and is now 4. He's truly happy when he gets to school as he really enjoys his time here. He's taught...

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Bethany Christian Preschool

13431 Edwards Street Westminster, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Bethany Christian Preschool's purpose is to provide quality education of academics and the gospel, along with developmentally appropriate activities and classrooms. We believe that the well being of the child, and learning about Jesus are of the utmost importance. We believe that children learn through play, and provide many...

Tanya M. says "Bethany Christian preschool is an amazing preschool! The teachers are so loving and caring. We appreciate how much the gospel is taught to our son and how...

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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

State license verified

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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TLC Learning Center

13082 KERRY ST GARDEN GROVE, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1100/mo
International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Faith based
Cooperative
+ 6 more
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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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. 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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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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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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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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Melody Child Care

5031 Alcorn Ln Irvine, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Child care
At Melody Child Care, our goal is to support your child's development with more personalized and family-oriented care. In our family child care home, we are able to communicate with parents on a more personal level to create custom care and share details about the development of each child. Our program includes care for...
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Evan Only Knows

10612 El Campo Avenue Fountain Valley, CA

Montessori
Waldorf
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
International
+ 6 more
I have a passion for working with children and consider myself a bit of a kid whisperer. My experience & credentials come from the fact that I have had just about every mentor & educational role imaginable with children including baby-sitting at 10, childcare centers & camp counseling in my college years, plus live-in nanny,...
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Tutor Time

1550 Bristol St N Newport Beach, CA

Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day at Tutor Time is educational....
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Learning Child Daycare

500 Cardiff Irvine, CA

We are a licensed family daycare. Our childcare provides your children a home away from home and the opportunity to develop their own sense identity. Our program is Spanish Bilingual program, allowing children to develop two languages at one time. With a balance of play and learn, we strive to ensure children are happy and...
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The Montessori Way Day Care

14422 Wildeve Ln Tustin, CA

Montessori
In-Home daycare
We are a day care located in Tustin, CA. We are open from 7am-6pm. We are close to the 5 and 55 fwy. We provide Montessori Philosophy based education and care for children of ages 1-6. We provide a program with emphasis on math and language. Our daily schedule also includes arts and crafts,outdoor play, music, as well as story...
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Santiago Children's Center

20362 Randall Street Orange, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
In-Home daycare
Preschool
At Santiago Children's Center we respect our children and encourage them to develop socially, emotionally, intellectually and culturally through age-appropriate activities in a warm, safe country atmosphere. Our dedicated teachers will treat your child as part of a family and will always respond to each and every child's needs....
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Debbie Care

9081 Sinclair Avenue Westminster, CA

Hi! I am Debbie. I would love to be a grandmother, but my 3 grown children are not cooperating. So, I decided to do daycare in my home. I love children and I have to admit, they tend to love me. Having been a Montessori Teacher, my rules and consequences are always fair and loving, teaching a child respect and compassion for...
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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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