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LITTLE THINKERS MONTESSORI ACADEMY

We have two children that attend. We love that it is multilingual. Our four year old was singing in Spanish this morning. They have a great...

- Bill G.

SAN JUAN MONTESSORI

My son has been attending for about 6 months now. They are truly amazing, we were at a different Montessori school before and they were...

- Hailey X.

CHRIST COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

My husband and I are beyond grateful that we found Christ Community Preschool for our oldest son. After a Google search for preschools near...

- Natalie F.

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Poppy Community Preschool

26 Wood Barn Ladera Ranch, CA

Mission Statement: Inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, Poppy Community Preschool partners with children, families, and the Ladera Ranch and surrounding communities to provide an inquiry-based education for young learners. Teachers and children co-construct their learning experience through observation, purposeful...
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Ladera Ranch Daycare

15 Sklar St Ladera Ranch, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
In-Home daycare
At Ladera Ranch Daycare, we provide a warm, safe, and nurturing environment where children feel loved, supported, and encouraged to learn every day. Our daycare offers a small, family-style setting that allows each child to receive personalized attention while building confidence, friendships, and independence. We believe...
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Ladera Ranch

29151 SIENNA PKWY LADERA RANCH, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
We are an Early Childhood Education Program located in Ladera Ranch- 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...
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GODDARD SCHOOL, THE

1 AURA LANE LADERA RANCH, CA

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LITTLE THINKERS MONTESSORI ACADEMY

34240 CAMINO CAPISTRANO CAPO BEACH, CA

4.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 3 more
Little Thinkers Montessori Academy is a nurturing and innovative Montessori Preschool committed to fostering the holistic development of young minds. Situated in a serene and stimulating environment, our academy embraces the principles of Maria Montessori, providing children with an enriching learning experience that lays the...

Bill G. says "We have two children that attend. We love that it is multilingual. Our four year old was singing in Spanish this morning. They have a great core group of...

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SAN JUAN MONTESSORI

32143 ALIPAZ ST SAN JUAN CAPO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1100/mo
Academic
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Kindergarten
Child care
At San Juan Montessori, our mission is to provide an exceptional, child-centered educational experience that fosters a lifelong love of learning, empowers young minds to reach their full potential, and cultivates responsible, compassionate, and globally-aware citizens. We are committed to upholding the principles of Maria...

Hailey X. says "My son has been attending for about 6 months now. They are truly amazing, we were at a different Montessori school before and they were fine, but this...

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CHRIST COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

25382 MACKENZIE ST LAGUNA HILLS, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1255/mo
Academic
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
We are a non-profit, faith based preschool serving families in South Orange County. We believe each child is a gift from God. Children are individuals with spiritual, physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs that need to be met with developmental and academic curriculum in a safe and nurturing environment. Christ...

Natalie F. says "My husband and I are beyond grateful that we found Christ Community Preschool for our oldest son. After a Google search for preschools near our house,...

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Sepideh Tehrani / Buzy Kidz Daycare

26081 Via Viento Mission Viejo, CA

4.0(13)

State license verified

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 as a preschool and...

Care Member says "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...

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Chamomile Playhouse Daycare & Preschool

25592 La Mirada Street LAGUNA HILLS, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1790/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
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,...

Olga P. says "We love them. They do so much helping with the development of the child and keeping them happy and entertained. I highly recommend them!"

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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
Cooperative
Academic
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Faith based
+ 4 more
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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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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Fairyland Academy LLC

18 Los Abitos RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA

5.0(8)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Waldorf
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
+ 3 more
Welcome to Fairyland Academy LLC, a California Department of Social Services Licensed home daycare and a Kindergarten readiness program nestled in the heart of the close-knit community near lake Santa Margarita. We believe children thrive best in an environment that feels just like home. That’s why we’ve created a warm, loving,...

Care Member says "This day care is a very complete place. The facilities are spacious, clean and well lit. The caregivers are very loving and professional, there is...

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MANDY’S DAYCARE

27754 Pinehurst MISSION VIEJO, CA

5.0(3)
Academic
Cooperative
International
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 3 more
Mandy’s Daycare is a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children learn, grow, and thrive. We provide high-quality childcare in a warm, family-centered setting that supports each child’s emotional, social, and developmental needs. Our program encourages curiosity, creativity, and confidence through age-appropriate...

Care Member says "We cannot say enough wonderful things about Mandy and her daycare. From day one, it truly felt like we were dropping our daughter off with family rather...

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Kiddie Academy of Mission Viejo

25521 MUIRLANDS BLVD MISSION VIEJO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Preschool
Child care
Day Care
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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Kiddieland Preschool

27101 Aliso Creek Road #154 Aliso Viejo, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Preschool
Child care
Kiddieland Preschool established in 1994 in Aliso Viejo operates Monday through Friday. We welcome children between the ages of 18 months through 6 years old. Our wonderful thematic program is exciting and fun for our children. We also have an extremely interactive circle time when our children are introduced to the pledge...

Julia P. says "They take children starting at 18 months. Our daughter started here so timid but Kristin took her in like her own. We toured many schools and even tried...

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6284 - Everbrook Academy of Rancho Santa Margarita

30722 RICHARD REESE WAY RCHO STA MARG, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially,...

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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Nobis Preschool - Dana Point

26153 VICTORIA BLVD DANA POINT, CA

4.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1640/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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...

Aria D. says "The teachers are really great with the kids. The program is great in getting the kids to interact with each other. They are always very accommodating to the...

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0204 - Childtime of Laguna Niguel

24590 LA PLATA DR LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...

Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...

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Lake Forest Family Daycare

22832 Aspan St. Lake Forest, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

May has been working with children for two decades now and has made taking care of them her lifelong passion. She has a degree in child development, has worked at college campus daycares, centers, at home family daycares, and eventually opened up her own family daycare in 2015 in San Marcos. After five years of wonderful...

Min says "Both of my kids (age 4 and 2) have been going to May's home daycare since Fall 2020. I feel comfortable that her daycare is licensed and clean. She follows...

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Guidepost Montessori at Alicia

25261 Paseo De Alicia Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)
Montessori
Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, where your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. At our beautiful Laguna Hills location, your child will take advantage of a full Spanish Immersion curriculum, beautiful, new classrooms and natural surroundings and patios that allow for...

Rebecca G. says "My two children switched to Guidepost Alicia in its opening week. I was not a mom who was originally excited about Spanish immersion, until I really...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Ladera Ranch, CA

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Ladera Ranch, CA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Ladera Ranch, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Ladera Ranch, CA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Ladera Ranch, CA.
When looking for a preschool near you in Ladera Ranch, CA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Ladera Ranch, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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