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Preschools in Lake Forest, CA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

Busy Lil Bees Preschool & Daycare

I feel so lucky to have found Busy lil bees daycare/preschool for my son, who is 2 yrs old. The transition to a new daycare for me was a bit...

- Megan T.

Kiddie Academy of Mission Viejo

My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care...

- Natalie V.

Temple Beth El South Orange County Infant Toddler & Early Childhood Center

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...

- Care member

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Busy Lil Bees Preschool & Daycare

23892 Via Astorga Mission Viejo, CA

5.0(2)
Hello families ~ Busy Lil Bees preschool and daycare is a small licensed in-home daycare that offers a preschool program. The goal of Busy Lil Bees is to nurture the child's emotional, intellectual, social and physical development all in the comfort of a home setting. A little bit about myself: I am a mother of 3 great...

Megan T. says "I feel so lucky to have found Busy lil bees daycare/preschool for my son, who is 2 yrs old. The transition to a new daycare for me was a bit overwhelming...

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Kiddie Academy of Mission Viejo

25521 MUIRLANDS BLVD MISSION VIEJO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child 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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Temple Beth El South Orange County Infant Toddler & Early Childhood Center

2A LIBERTY ALISO VIEJO, CA

5.0(8)

State license verified

starting at
$2100/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Reggio emilia
Faith based
Cooperative
+ 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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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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LITTLE BIG PRESCHOOL

27111 ALISO CREEK RD STE 100 ALISO VIEJO, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Reggio emilia
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
We are a full-time preschool from 8:30am-6:00pm Little Big Preschool in Aliso Viejo in Orange County, CA seeks to provide affordable and quality childcare for children between the ages of 2-6. We are a school that cares about children’s physical, cognitive, and social emotional development. The teachers of this program strive...

Care Member says "Little big preschool has been such a transformative experience for our daughter. She has grown intellectually and emotionally. She looks forward to...

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A To Z Home Daycare

4056 Williwaw Dr Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
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...

Care Member says "Our family feels so lucky to have Rene as our kids’ caregiver. She is caring, loving, and truly amazing at what she does. Our kids adore her and look...

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7705 - Great Foundations Montessori - Tustin

15140 KENSINGTON PARK DR TUSTIN, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Early childhood education and quality child care are essential for supporting today’s families. We’re proud to provide stability, reliability, and a unique learning experience for your child. This is much more than simply daycare. Montessori Unlimited represents one of the largest networks of authentic Montessori schools in the...

Mayah C. says "My daughter has been going to this school for almost 2 years and every day I am blown away by the level of care she is in. She feels so loved by her...

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Donya’s Home Daycare

CULVER/WALNUT IRVINE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
International
Faith based
+ 4 more
Our focus here is to offer your children the care, comfort and love. The peace of mind that comes from knowing your child is in the safest hands. The mission of Donya's child care is to provide a safe, nurturing and recreational environment for all children. At Donya's Child care we take care of mental, emotional, and physical...

Kayla B. says "We love Donya and her family, and feel so lucky to have found her daycare. We started looking for someone to look after our daughter when she was about 10...

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Itty Bitty B's Play School

560 Cardiff Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
As a mom of two, I understand what it feels like to leave your little one. You want to have the best care and not a worry in the world. At Itty Bitty B's Play School we offer a safe, clean learning environment. We have an intimate Play School, to ensure maximum attention to your child. We use mother goose time curriculum and...

Margaret C. says "We recently interviewed and selected Itty Bitty B to care for our two children ages 4 months and 3 years. We are so impressed with Miss Brianne's...

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Early Learner Montessori Home

7 HICKORY IRVINE, CA

5.0(7)
starting at
$1950/mo
Montessori
Preschool
In-Home daycare
At the heart of our exceptional Montessori program is a genuine dedication and deep respect for the children in our care. This commitment creates a nurturing environment where children feel loved, supported, and secure within a consistent and well-structured setting—allowing them to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential....

Care Member says "We are incredibly grateful to Miss Denise and Shania for their loving care of our daughters over the years. Our older daughter attended this daycare and...

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Guidepost Montessori at Alicia

25261 Paseo De Alicia Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)
Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
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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Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch

26462 Towne Centre Drive Foothill Ranch, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, where your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. At our beautiful Foothill Ranch location, your child will take advantage of the beautiful natural surroundings and patios that allow for an indoor-outdoor classroom flow. Now enrolling for...

Rebecca G. says "Excellent school. My two boys went here until recently, and we only switched because a new Guidepost sister school was opening up that offered Spanish...

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EDGEWOOD PRE-PRIMARY ACADEMY

1091 BRYAN AVE TUSTIN, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1020/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 2 more
Edgewood Academy – Where there is a Love for Learning! Preschool – Pre-Kindergarten – Kindergarten Edgewood PrePrimary Academy has a 65 year history of local teaching. We proudly offer education for children, aged 2½ through kindergarten. Each child comes to us with a natural curiosity and love for learning. We...

Joanna G. says "They provided a great foundation both socially and academically for our daughter."

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LEARNING EXPERIENCE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER, THE

23421 MADERO MISSION VIEJO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1450/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
The Learning Experience has been serving the families of Saddleback and south Orange County for over 39 years. We provide a creative, nurturing environment with a developmental curriculum geared towards kindergarten readiness and personal social growth.

Jeniffer B. says "They offer so many great things! It's a very loving and stimulating environment! The staff is long term, friendly and committed. The class rooms are...

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Royale Family Day Care

5132 Royale Ave East Irvine, CA

5.0(3)
Royale Family Day Care was established thinking of your children. Ms. Sheema and Ms. Kathryne has been taking care of kids for over 10+ years now and it is both their passion and dedication that led them to put up a home day care. Ms. Kathryne is an Early Childhood Educator and has been teaching children for a long time. Ms....

Phepsi says "Hi Kathryne thank you for saving my day as i go to work by taking care of my niece. Excellent service, a business with a heart."

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Kiddos Daycare

2 CALLE RANCHERA # 2 RCHO STA MARG, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1500/mo
Developmental (play-based)
International
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Hey families, my name is Aleyda. I have over 20 years of experience in providing home daycare services. I am licensed in CA with an associates degree in administration and training in pediatric CPR/First Aid. At Kiddos Daycare, we are dedicated to fostering a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment where young kids can...

Care Member says "Aleyda genuinely enjoys caring for children. She will spend quality time with them, teach them, and ensure they’re enjoying themselves. At the end of...

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Siepideh Tehrani Buzy Kidz Daycare

25212 Monte Verde Drive Laguna Niguel, CA

4.7(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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Mind Builder At The Hills

25052 Mawson Drive Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(5)
I am a passionate professional licensed LVN, experienced with pediatrics, who decided to take care of your children at my home to give them a comfortable and safe environment! Details are listed below. *Services offered for children ages 3 months old to 12 years old. *Preschool curriculum. *Nutritional food. *Open Monday to...

Angela J says "Where do I start? Mind Builder at Laguna Hills is absolutely amazing! All three of my children have gone to this home daycare. My oldest is 7 years old and...

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Abc Daycare

14 Lilac Irvine, CA

5.0(3)
Hello Neighbors, I have lived in Irvine for the past 9 years. I'm a mother of a 7 year old daughter and 3 year old son. I have over seven years of experience in education and daycare facilities and currently hold a CPR First Aid certificate. I've previously held a CDA (Child Development Associate) certification. We have...

Gloria T. says "My son loves this daycare. He looks forward to going everyday and is so excited to see Ms Kim. My son was an extremely picky eater but since attending...

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Silverado Children's Center - A Nature Preschool

7525 Santiago Canyon Rd Silverado, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
The Silverado Children Center is dedicated to providing environmentally centered child-care, focused on each child's individual needs and learning/developmental style. We are dedicated to hands-on learning by working in an outdoor environment with plants and animals, while integrating teamwork and adventure. Our educational...

Katherine B. says "Kids need to be outside. This is a great place for kids to connect with nature and be around animals too. Love this place! I would definitely send my...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Lake Forest, CA

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, CA.

When looking for a preschool near you in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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