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Normandale Family Childcare
5.0
Our daughter has been going to Normandale Family Childcare since she was 8 months – she is now 2.5 years old. Every day when we drop her off she has a big smile on her face, and runs into Ms. Mina and Ms. Maryam’s arms. Normandale Family Childcare offers a loving and caring environment for our...
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Lake Forest Family Daycare
5.0
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 COVID guidelines and wears a mask. Her home is set up like a preschool with plenty of educational toys and an enclosed backyard for outdoor...
- Min
Shining Stars Home Daycare
5.0
We started bringing our son to Shining Stars when he was 3 months old (he's 2.5 now), I was a first time mom so was super nervous. Menik alleviated all of my anxiety of sending my baby to an at-home daycare. She takes such great care of each of her kiddos as if they were her own, the kiddos love her...
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Guidepost Montessori at Alicia
5.0
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 started doing some research on the value of bilingualism, and I realized: I have a small window of time here when my kids are young. Why should I not...
- Rebecca G.
Silverado Children's Center - A Nature Preschool
5.0
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 kids here for their summer program and their daycare and after school care as well. Small quiet group of kids.
- Katherine B.
Child care centers in Lake Forest, CA
Normandale Family Childcare
Summit , LAKE FOREST, CA
5.0
(5)
Welcome to Normandale Family Child Care!
We provide an atmosphere that is safe, loving, educational, and ideal for early childhood education. Our daycare is full of educational material, as we believe education should feed a child's growth.
We will encourage learning through reading, writing,...
5.0
"Our daughter has been going to Normandale Family Childcare since she was 8 months – she is now 2.5 years old. Every day when we drop her off she has a big smile on her face, and runs into Ms. Mina and Ms. Maryam’s arms. Normandale Family Childcare offers a loving...
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Lake Forest Family Daycare
22832 Aspan St., Lake Forest, CA
5.0
(4)
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...
5.0
"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 COVID guidelines and wears a mask. Her home is set up like a preschool with plenty of educational toys and an...
Min
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...
Pink Melody Child Care
24092 Gemwood Dr., Lake Forest, CA
Hello my name is Zahra. I am a Licensed Child Care provider and I run a childcare center at my house called Pink Melody Childcare in Lake Forest. I am a mother of two girls and I know I will provide safe and loving childcare for your child. My mission is to provide a space where your child can play,...
Woodcrest Preschool
21772 Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest, CA
1.0
(1)
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...
Mami Liyas Day Care
24211 Angela St, Lake Forest, CA
We are a safe, clean, loving, Christian family! We have had this day care for 16 years! So we have plenty experience!
We provide healthy home made food! (breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks)
We are CPR/ First Aid certified, and our license #: 304310523
No pets, smoke free
Heritage Christian School
22882 Loumont Dr, Lake Forest, CA
"Seeking to glorify God through Christ centered teaching, academic excellence, and Christian service all in a distinctly loving and nurturing environment."
It is our goal to provide many concrete experiences that will help your child develop the foundational skills that lead to success in the...
Milestones Montessori provides a safe and nurturing environment that meets the needs of each individual child. Our staff establishes a kind and receptive climate where every child feels confident, loved and respected. MLF teaches a love for education where the child will continue to seek out...
Childs Kingdom Preschool
24442 Muirlands Blvd, Lake Forest, CA
Child's Kingdom Preschool in Lake Forest, CA offers a state-licensed program that bases on the physical, mental, and emotional readiness. They bring a nurturing, stimulating, and fun environment that emphasizes in development/coordination, self-reliance, and sociability. They also have features like...
The Red Apple Preschool
23532 El Toro Rd Ste 1, Lake Forest, CA
The Red Apple Preschool offers childcare and preschool for three to five year old children in Lake Forest, California. Their holistic program provides activities that stimulate the children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth. They offer a safe and nurturing environment for...
Orange County Montessori Schools
24601 Raymond Way Ste 8, Lake Forest, CA
Orange County Montessori School is an early care and learning facility that offers educational day care programs geared towards preschoolers and school-age children. Located in Lake Forest, California, the company admits children between the ages of zero to nine years old. The company implements the...
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S SCHOOL HOUSE
24601 RAYMOND WAY suite 8, LAKE FOREST, CA
Shining Stars Home Daycare
27091 Via San Diego, Mission Viejo, CA
5.0
(1)
Shining Stars provides child care services to working and busy parents in South Orange County. We are located in Barcelona North residential community in City of Mission Viejo. We are happily caring for the age groups of 3 months old infants to six year old school age kids.
My 15 years of...
5.0
"We started bringing our son to Shining Stars when he was 3 months old (he's 2.5 now), I was a first time mom so was super nervous. Menik alleviated all of my anxiety of sending my baby to an at-home daycare. She takes such great care of each of her kiddos as if...
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Guidepost Montessori at Alicia
25261 Paseo De Alicia, Laguna Hills, CA
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"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 started doing some research on the value of bilingualism, and I realized: I have a small window of time here when...
Rebecca G.
Silverado Children's Center - A Nature Preschool
7525 Santiago Canyon Rd, Silverado, CA
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"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 kids here for their summer program and their daycare and after school care as well. Small quiet group of kids."
Katherine B.
Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch
26462 Towne Centre Drive, Foothill Ranch, CA
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"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 immersion, so we took advantage of that program. But before we switched, we were extremely happy at this school,...
Rebecca G.
Kiddieland Preschool
27101 Aliso Creek Road #154, Aliso Viejo, CA
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"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 other more costly options that failed to give the warmth we were looking for. Kiddieland made me feel at peace,...
Julia P.
Taylor's Daycare
30252 Pacific Island Dr Apt 158, Laguna Niguel, CA
5.0
(1)
Dragonfly Garden Family Childcare has 4 spots becoming available come March 2023. Three for children over 2 and one infant spot for a child under 2 years old.
Daily Rate - $48
Full and Part Time Availability
Tuition includes meals such as breakfast and lunch.
Dragonfly Garden is a small...
5.0
"Taylor Bowen worked several years at Busy Bee Haven. During that time she assisted in supervising and being responsible for the well being of young children in my licensed home childcare facility. Duties included assisting in maintaining a safe, fun and clean...
Stacey D.
Tiny Bear Day Care, Llc
18 San Gabriel, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
5.0
(2)
Tiny Bear Day Care is an in-home childcare environment. As I searched for a childcare for my own children, I discovered a strong need for more intimate, and private childcare settings. Too often children are getting lost in the shuffle at large childcare centers. In my home, your child will receive...
5.0
"Nicole is absolutely wonderful and an excellent caretaker! She is extremely professional. As a parent, we have her app which allows us to see everything from diaper changes to snacks and lunches. She even sends multiple pics of their activities throughout the day....
Monica W.
LePort Montessori (Irvine Spectrum South Campus)
1 Technology Drive Bldg. H, Ste. 100, IRVINE, CA
Montessori school offering programs from infancy through Kindergarten. Bright classrooms with many windows and en-suite restrooms are equipped with a full range of Montessori materials, and most classrooms have direct access to the outdoors to allow a flow between indoor play and outdoor gardening,...
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Lake Forest, CA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Lake Forest, CA?
Child care centers near you in Lake Forest, CA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in Lake Forest, CA?
A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Lake Forest, CA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.
How can I find a child care center near me in Lake Forest, CA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Lake Forest, CA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.