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Recent child care center reviews in San Juan Capistrano, CA

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...

- Care member

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...

- Care member

Kiddieland Preschool

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, knowing my daughter would be well...

- Julia P.

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.

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

Child care centers in San Juan Capistrano, CA

SAN JUAN MONTESSORI

SAN JUAN MONTESSORI

32143 ALIPAZ STREET, SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA

Starting at $1150/mo

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...

FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL - SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL - SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

26333 Oso Rd, SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA

The first campus in South Orange County, SJC capitalizes on Fairmont’s acclaimed curriculum, guiding students through individual academic, emotional, and social journeys every step of the way. SJC has the distinction of being one of only a handful of private schools in Orange County to provide the...

Marbella Montessori is a child learning center located in San Juan Capistrano, California. It provides Montessori education for children ages two to six years old. The school offers age-appropriate academics, playgrounds, and extended hours. Additionally, it has a Fine Arts Program. Its operational...

Capistrano Valley Head Start

31485 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, CA

Capistrano Valley Head Start is an early childhood program for children residing at 31485 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, CA and surrounding areas. This program aims to provide quality development programs and improve the social competence of their students and their families.

ORANGE COUNTY HEADSTART INC

32202 Del Obispo St, San Juan Capistrano, CA

Orange County Head Start is an early care and learning facility that provides a wide range of service and programs that support childhood development and education. Located in San Juan Capistrano, California, the company aims to meet the various educational, developmental, and health needs of young...

Normandale Family Childcare

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
"Both my babies went there and I could not be happier! They had my daughter starting at 6 weeks and my son at 9 months. They kept me up to date on how they were doing and always sent pictures. Even through all of COVID I never worried, they kept everything so clean!...

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Shining Stars Home Daycare

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...

Care member


Kiddieland Preschool

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.


Guidepost Montessori at Alicia

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.


Lake Forest Family Daycare

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
"Just dropped off our 13 month old for his first day of daycare and--as first time parents--we couldn't be more at ease to have him in Ms. May's care. The process of finding the right daycare has been a long one, but we were immediately impressed with Ms. May. She...

Nancy S.


Tiny Bear Day Care, Llc

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
"Please check out my Yelp page for reviews regarding my services!"

Nicole L.


Taylor's Daycare

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.


6597 - Tutor Time of Laguna Niguel

6597 - Tutor Time of Laguna Niguel

24291 Avila Road, LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA

Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day...

La Mancha Daycare

La Mancha Daycare

26567 El Toboso , MISSION VIEJO, CA

Starting at $380/mo

Hi! We’re Lamancha Daycare and we're a home daycare providing childcare to families. Our goal is to ensure children reach their developmental milestones in a loving and compassionate environment. We are open from 7:30 am to 4.30pm and offer care on M - F. Availability is open, the rates are weekly....

Kiddie Academy of Mission Viejo

Kiddie Academy of Mission Viejo

25521 Muirlands Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA

Every day your child's imagination grows and their curiosity gathers momentum-Kiddie Academy of Mission Viejo empowers and celebrates all of it. Our Life Essentials learning approach and curriculum encourages children to explore and progress in their own way, and at their own pace. At Kiddie...

CHRIST COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

CHRIST COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

25382 MACKENZIE STREET, LAGUNA HILLS, CA

Starting at $1255/mo

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...

Nobis Preschool - Dana Point

Nobis Preschool - Dana Point

26153 Victoria Blvd, DANA POINT, CA

Starting at $1640/mo

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...

CAPSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL

CAPSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL

2021 CALLE FRONTERA, SAN CLEMENTE, CA

Starting at $2335/mo

Welcome to Capstone Montessori School, where young minds blossom and flourish! Nestled in the heart of San Clemente, our school provides a nurturing and enriching environment for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old. At Capstone, we embrace the Montessori philosophy, offering a holistic approach to...

Pillars Academy

Pillars Academy

23581 Madero STE 104, Mission Viejo, CA

Our Infant Program started in 2018 and is NAEYC Accredited. Our school's philosophy is based on the "Developmental Approach:" teaching skills appropriate for the developmental age of each individual child.

Stratford School Laguna Niguel

Stratford School Laguna Niguel

29028 Aloma Avenue, LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA

Welcome to Stratford School Laguna Niguel Campus Formerly McDowell School, Stratford Private Preschool & Elementary in Laguna Niguel is committed to providing quality education and care to children in the Laguna Beach, Dana Point, Mission Viejo, Aliso Viejo, and other Orange County...

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