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Find Trusted Pre-K Schools Near Me in Ladera Ranch, CA

We have 44 pre-k schools in Ladera Ranch, CA! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Busy Bees Preschool

25151 Campo Rojo Lake Forest, CA

5.0(1)

6 mi

Small family in home pre-school/day care. I am delighted to provide a loving home away from home for your children. I can provide a safe, clean, nurturing environment in a Christian home. Openings are available (2-6 years) pre-school curriculum included at age appropriate level. I will prepare your child for kindergarten. Over 20 years of experience -- mother of 3 grown children now in college & out of the house. State licensed 304312713 childcare facility: Pediatric CPR, First Aid, Health and Safety Certified and have had DOJ, FBI, and Child Abuse Index Background Checks. Full-time 7:30 am -- 5:30 pm Monday -- Friday Nutritious snacks provided per state approved guidelines Large outside play area with age appropriate toys Safe, clean, loving Christian home -- Daily updates on your child's experience I teach a structured curriculum that includes: Bible stories Colors & shapes Alphabet & numbers Counting to 100 Emergency contact info Arts & crafts Music Physical play activities & more Potty training available I have opening for 2-6 years, full time, M-F 7:30am - 5:30pm References upon request.

Holly G. says "My wife and I meet Trish and she is very nice and has a good setup. I recommend you check her out."

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Playmates... A Wee Care Club

27281 La Paz Rd Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)

5 mi

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Playmates... A Wee Care Club based in Laguna Niguel, CA is a state licensed provider of childcare for children ages two to twelve years old. The center provides a safe and healthy environment for kids to have fun, meet new friends, and enjoy "old-fashion" play. They offer a preschool program to help children develop their skills that will help them eventually transition to Kindergarten.

Care Member says "We have been going here for years. We love the flexibility of being able to show up without notice and drop kids off when needed. The prices are very...

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Anamarie's Daycare

43 Inverary Trabuco Canyon, CA

5.0(7)

7 mi

Developmental (play-based)
International
Special needs
Academic
Cooperative
+ 3 more
Anamarie's Family Daycare, is a safe place where your child will develop to be strong, healthy and successful, with strong mind, strong moral and family values. That's what we offer at Anamarie's Family Day Care, a place where child safety and positive environment are carefully monitored everyday. We follow strongly the positive reinforcement guidelines in child development and behavior for guidance and discipline practices. A place where children learn at play. A place where you will feel peace of mind knowing your child is in loving hands for care and development and you, focusing on your daily tasks at work, knowing that your child is learning to be a strong individual. At Anamarie's Family Daycare, we work harder to make sure your child gets the best care, from newborn infant to kindergarten, we guide and prepare your child so he or she will be able to manage the challenges coming with growing up and approaching kindergarten and elementary school. We create developmentally appropriate programs for each age group, from infant, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarten and elementary school. We have experience with children with special needs, (moderate and mild). We carefully prepare meals everyday with all natural and fresh ingredients to ensure healthy and nutritious snacks, lunches and drinks. At Anamarie's Family Daycare, we establish a positive and productive communication between Daycare Provider/Teacher, and Parents to maximize your child's development and well being. At Anamarie's Family Daycare we offer care for children with special needs (mild to moderate), Teacher with seven years of experience working in special education (kinder, first and second grade), and a retired Medical Assistant with more than ten years of experience in Pediatrics. At Anamarie's family Daycare, we care for the financial burden that some families are going through with the country's unstable economy, so we offer several different discounts according to each family's needs. Come and check us out, we are sure you will like us, because "We Really Care for your Child".

Angel C. says "Anamarie has been such a delight to work with and provides exceptional care for our son. She has been very helpful and flexible while I was transitioning...

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Tweety Small Daycare

24922 Muirlands Blvd. Trlr 109 Lake Forest, CA

5.0(5)

6 mi

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 like to keep our group relatively small but am licensed for a capacity up to 8. I believe a home daycare should be more than just a place to be while the parents or guardians are a way at work, but a place to learn. In my home daycare I take pride in providing teaching for mathematics, reading and writing English and even Spanish (if you so choose your child to learn). The vast majority of children that leave my daycare to go into kindergarten leave with advanced skills used in school from multiplication to being bilingual. This is all at no extra cost. Between all of the learning, we like to have fun and work on art projects the children can take home with them. When it's time to eat, we like to have homecooked meals that meat all necessary nutritional guidelines of La Habra Child Development Child Care Food Program while also respecting any dietary restrictions and allergies. So please, consider Tweety Small Daycare for your childcare needs.

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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Pacific Preschool & Kindergarten, Laguna Niguel

31341 NIGUEL RD LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA

6 mi

We are an Early Childhood Education Program located in Laguna Niguel- South Orange County. We strive to provide quality Programs for children 18 months- Kindergarten. Our commitment is to provide high quality, professional, early education program for your children. We shall forever be committed to the individual child needs; not a commitment to the program that serves the children. Our Program is Accredited and aligned with the standards promoted by NAEYC.
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Nasali Academy

26521 Via Gorrion Mission Viejo, CA

4 mi

We are bilingual immersion program. I want your child to grow confident, emotionally and academically while having fun so they can have the best possible start from the very beginning. I get them ready for Kindergarten. Breakfast, snack, lunch and snack included in the program. Openings for 1 to 6 years old. Enrolling now. 7+yrs ECE experiences.
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Woodcrest Preschool

21772 Lake Forest Dr Lake Forest, CA

1.0(1)

6 mi

Academic
Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
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 are carefully designed by day care professionals to inspire children to explore while developing a lifelong love of learning. All Woodcrest Preschool locations have gone through a rigorous accreditation program and have been inspected for quality by the NAEYC. The NAEYC child care accreditation program is the mark of quality and a very distinguished childcare designation. Only 10% of the day care centers in the United States are accredited by the NAEYC.
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Canyon Vista Family YMCA

27800 Oak View Dr Aliso Viejo, CA

4 mi

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Canyon Vista Family YMCA located in Aliso Viejo, CA is a Before and Afterschool Childcare facility that operates Mondays through Fridays from 6:45 AM to 6 PM. The center offers year round programs such as Before and Afterschool Care, Kindergarten Plus, Winter Break Camp, Spring Break Camp, and Summer Camp.
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Kids Adventure Learning Center-Academy on the Hills

10 Mareblu Aliso Viejo, CA

4 mi

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Academy on the Hills, located in Aliso Viejo, California, offers early care and education services to children between the ages of 6 months to 12 years old. The company’s pre-kindergarten programs focus on laying a good foundation by teaching and developing children’s core competencies. The company’s school-age programs include enrichment classes and summer camp activities.
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Mission Viejo Montessori

23581 Mader St.108 Mission Viejo, CA

1.0(1)

4 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Preschool
Child care
Mission Viejo Montessori is an independent school offering a nurturing and academic program for infant, toddler, preschool, and kindergarten students. We provide a happy and secure, mixed-age environment for children ages 6 weeks through 6 years. Our programs are based upon the Montessori method.
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Kohitsuji Gakuen Preschool

15 Orange Tree Irvine, CA

9 mi

Preschool
Kohitsuji Gakuen Preschool located at 15 Orange Tree, Irvine, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from ten AM to three PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It also offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks.
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Robert H Lange Christian Pre School

24772 Chrisanta Dr Mission Viejo, CA

4 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
RHL is open daily 7:30 to 6 pm. We offer part time programs. two, three or five mornings a week as well as full time care for 2 to 6 year olds. We are a NAEYC accredited Christian preschool.
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Child Development Centers Inc

5151 Amalfi Dr Irvine, CA

10 mi

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child Development Centers Inc in Irvine, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and kids from Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten, Before and After School, and Camps.
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Shining Start Daycare

10 Falcon Crest Lane Aliso Viejo, CA

2.0(1)

4 mi

Child care
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Here at Shining Start Daycare, we are a husband/wife team that offers a secure environment for your child to play, work and learn with other children and adults. We believe that children learn through active exploration and play that self-esteem is built on. As a home daycare, we have the ability to structure our program to be responsive to the needs of each child. We value diversity, welcoming pre-elementary children between the ages of 3 months and 6 years. Please visit our website for more information.
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LEARNING EXPERIENCE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER

23421 Madero Mission Viejo, CA

4 mi

Child care
Learning Experience Early Education Center located at 23421 Madero, Mission Viejo, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school is open from six-thirty AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays.
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Montessori On The Lake

25542 Jeronimo Rd Mission Viejo, CA

4 mi

Kindergarten
Child care
Montessori On The Lake located in Mission Viejo, California, is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways.The center provide care for kids from Infant, Toddler, Pre-School, Kindergarten, Elementary, and Middle School Programs.
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Wee Can Preschool and Kindergarten

34240 Camino Capistrano Capistrano Beach, CA

8 mi

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Wee Can Preschool and Kindergarten located at 34240 Camino Capistrano, Capistrano, Beach, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities including summer camps and winter breaks. The school is open from seven AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays.
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Learning Tree Preschool, Inc.

24916 Gardenway Dr Laguna Niguel, CA

5 mi

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Learning Tree Preschool, Incorporated is a childcare and early education provider established in 2010. Its state-licensed facility is located at 24916 Gardenway Drive, Laguna Niguel, California. The school accepts children between the ages 2 to 5 years old in its pre-kindergarten program. School's operating hours are from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday thru Friday.
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Forest Blossom Montessori Childcare

26342 Forest Ridge Drive 4C Lake Forest, CA

6 mi

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 until you come back to pick up your baby. Preschool Curriculum: sounds, shapes, colors, reading, writing and manners. It Improve fine motor skills independently on their own space. Arts and crafts through out the year. We assist pottery training. Nutritious and balanced meals and snacks provided. Nuts free I do take State funding programs:CHS, CAL works etc.' Open from 6.00am-6.00pm Saturday and Sunday on request. Full time, part time and weekends. Near Cities: Lake Forest, Irvine, Mission Viejo, RSM, Laguna Hills and Laguna Niguel. Availability is Limited!!! Please contact us and schedule a tour.
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Ms. Brandy's Learning Garden

22501 Caminito Grande Laguna Hills, CA

5 mi

Hi, my name is Brandy. I am a credentialed elementary school teacher, mother of two, and licensed day care/pre-school provider. I am CPR and first aid certified with a "live scan" criminal background clearance. My husband, who is an elementary school principal, and I have opened our home to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your child. I currently have part-time and full-time spots available, starting September 1, 2013. I proudly offer a dynamic and exciting daily schedule for your child, including: * Activities and curricular focus with a "shape, color, number, and letter of the week" * Walking trips to the park, located directly behind our home * Arts and crafts activities and "story-time" read-alouds based on a weekly curricular focus and monthly themes, such as "Spring" and "Friendship" * "Circle Time" where we learn about the calendar (days of the week and the months), shapes, colors, numbers, letters, the weather, and the Pledge of Allegiance * "Music and Movement" time where students play instruments, sing songs, dance, and enjoy imaginative play based on children's music * Healthy Snack Time * Outdoor Play * Science Exploration and Beginning Math with hands-on activities * Character building lessons where we learn how to communicate our feelings and solve problems * Potty training My number one priority is that each child feels safe, loved, and comfortable, and I treat each and every child as if they were my own. Feel free to contact me at 949-205-8646 or gbmerwin@hotmail.com for more information, including references. My CA State license number is #304311934.
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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents in Ladera Ranch, CA

Pre-K Schools in Ladera Ranch, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 44 listed pre-k schools

Busy Bees Preschool

My wife and I meet Trish and she is very nice and has a good setup. I recommend you check her out.

- Holly G.

Playmates... A Wee Care Club

We have been going here for years. We love the flexibility of being able to show up without notice and drop kids off when needed. The prices...

- Care member

Anamarie's Daycare

Anamarie has been such a delight to work with and provides exceptional care for our son. She has been very helpful and flexible while I was...

- Angel C.

FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Ladera Ranch, CA

Pre-k programs in Ladera Ranch, CA offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Ladera Ranch, CA, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Ladera Ranch, CA typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Ladera Ranch, CA programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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