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Preschools in Ladera Ranch, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

Larissa Family Child Care

We only have great things to say about Larissa and Julio and Ladera Ranch daycare. Our daughter attended from 7 months to 3 years and loved...

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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.

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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Larissa Family Child Care

15 Sklar St Ladera Ranch, CA

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Thanks for visiting! We hope you can find everything you need. Larissa Tobar Family Child Care is focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - we will do everything we can to meet your expectations and the child needs. With a variety of offerings to choose from, we're sure you'll be happy working with...

Care Member says "We only have great things to say about Larissa and Julio and Ladera Ranch daycare. Our daughter attended from 7 months to 3 years and loved it. She has...

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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

29151 SIENNA PKWY LADERA RANCH, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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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LITTLE THINKERS MONTESSORI ACADEMY

34240 CAMINO CAPISTRANO CAPO BEACH, CA

4.0(3)

State license verified

Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 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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CHRIST COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

25382 MACKENZIE ST LAGUNA HILLS, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1255/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
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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SAN JUAN MONTESSORI

32143 ALIPAZ ST SAN JUAN CAPO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1150/mo
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
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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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
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
+ 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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Fairyland Academy LLC

18 Los Abitos RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA

5.0(8)

State license verified

Montessori
International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Waldorf
+ 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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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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Siepideh Tehrani Buzy Kidz Daycare

25212 Monte Verde Drive Laguna Niguel, 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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Patty's Home Preschool - Laguna Hills

24572 Southhampton Ct Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(4)
Patty's Home Preschool is licensed for 14 children. Over 25 years experience. Infant / Toddler / Preschool / Dedicated to provide quality care and encourage children the love for learning so they could excel in Kindergarten and beyond. Patty's Home Preschool is regulated by the "Child Care Division Community Care...

Alexanra G. says "My husband and I could not be happier with Ms. Patty and her family home daycare. The care, love and attention she shows to each one of the children is...

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Love And Care Daycare

24391 Avandia De La Carlota Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)
Small Licensed Family Daycare in Laguna Hills, CA providing Full-Time, M-F, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Low Ratio and High Quality Care for Infants-Toddler (6 months - 3 years). What does my program offer? -High quality care and welcoming environment. -Small group to focus on individual child needs. -Daily routine based on the needs of...

Patty A. says "Ms Veronica is a very dependable, caring provider and preschool teacher. Family daycare has been part of her life, she grew up in it. Veronica has learn...

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Orange Kids

117 Treehouse Irvine, CA

5.0(3)
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...

Care Member says "Roya is honestly the best. After enrolling our son, I was impressed with how quickly she bonded with him. Every time I dropped him off, he was happy to...

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Kiddie Academy of Mission Viejo

25521 MUIRLANDS BLVD MISSION VIEJO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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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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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Kiddieland Preschool

27101 Aliso Creek Road #154 Aliso Viejo, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
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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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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Nobis Preschool - Dana Point

26153 VICTORIA BLVD DANA POINT, CA

4.0(2)

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...

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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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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Pomegranate Lake Forest Preschool

20931 PARKRIDGE LAKE FOREST, CA

5.0(2)
starting at
$1390/mo
Reggio emilia
Montessori
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Welcome to our Montessori-Reggio inspired preschool, a nurturing and innovative educational environment located in the heart of Lake Forest, CA. Our preschool operates from a beautifully designed home, meticulously tailored to meet the needs of our young learners. At our preschool, we blend the Montessori method with Reggio...

Perry E. says "I am absolutely thrilled with the experience my child has had at Pomegranate School! My child has been going here about two years now. She loves Ms....

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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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