Find Trusted Daycares Near Me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
We have 60 daycares in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA! Compare and find the best daycare to fit your needs.
How it works
Share details about your daycare needs
Match with highly rated local daycares near you
Compare daycare and tour the ones that best fit your family
Recent daycare reviews in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Tiny Bear Day Care, Llc
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. I highly recommend!!!
- Monica W.
Children's Choice Daycare
5.0
Valerie is a kind and compassionate provider. She providers a personalized and nurturing environment large day care services are unable to offer. My kids enjoyed the back yard activities, arts & crafts and the daily outings. Although we graduated from Children's Choice a year ago both my kids...
- Cara S.
Paige's Place In-home Daycare
5.0
We love Paige! My daughter started with Paige at 4 months old and is now almost 2.5. There’s not a day she doesn’t run happily into her arms at drop off.
I feel at ease dropping of my daughter and don’t have an ounce of worry when I’m away. She provides a safe and nurturing atmosphere and does...
- Care member
Royale Family Day Care
5.0
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.
- Phepsi
Abc Daycare
5.0
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 this daycare, he eats almost everything! Love that this daycare also provides breakfast and lunch as well as morning and afternoon snacks.
- Gloria T.
Daycares in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
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.
6284 - Everbrook Academy of Rancho Santa Margarita
30722 Richard Reese Way, RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA
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,...
Guidepost Montessori at Las Flores
28672 Deerpath, Rancho Santa Margarita, RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence.
From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support,...
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...
The Pea Pod
20 Santa Catrina, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Registered Nurse and mother of four offering quality care for children in a loving family home setting. Reviews on yelp!
Mona Daycare
126 Encantado Cyn, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Welcome to Mona Daycare, where your child's safety, happiness, and education are our top priorities. My name is Mona, and I am a licensed daycare provider who is certified in Health and Safety, CPR, and First Aid. I have been working with children since 2015 and established Mona Daycare in 2019 as a...
Squirrely Daycare
11 Calle Albarda, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
My Philosophy is I believe children should have fun! After all, even the experts agree that preschool age children learn most through play. Imaginative Play, music and movement, Outside Play, Science Experiments, Arts n Crafts, etc.
Hours are 7 a.m.- 6 p.m.
I have drop-in, half day contracts, and...
Guidepost Montessori at Las Flores
28672 Deerpath, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, conveniently located in the Rancho Santa Margarita. Your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. This location offers both English and full Mandarin immersion programs. Your child will also take advantage of...
Debbie's Daycare
34 San Mateo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
At Debbie's Daycare we are committed to your child's future. We provide your child with great learning experiences through our preschool and prekindergarten programs. There is a lot of one on one help at our preschool and prekindergarten classes. We have a fully qualified early childhood education...
Children's Choice Daycare
21095 Wood Hollow Lane, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
5.0
(2)
Hello!
I have enjoyed caring for children in a small group environment for 18 years. I was state licensed, have current CPR, First Aid, training/education, and background clearances. I am now babysitting and senior care only.
After working in the corporate workplace for many years, I opened my...
5.0
"Valerie is a kind and compassionate provider. She providers a personalized and nurturing environment large day care services are unable to offer. My kids enjoyed the back yard activities, arts & crafts and the daily outings. Although we graduated from Children's...
Cara S.
Kristen's Kids In Home Child Care
2 Calle Estero, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
My name is Kristen and I provide child care in my home.
I have years of experience with children both as a Nanny and a Child Care provider.
I have been licensed for 3 years.
I have my Bachelors Degree in Communications and I have several Child classes under my belt as well.
I provide a...
Mother's Treasure
27 Pasada Valiente, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Hey there! My name is Tania Montes and I'm a Licensed Child Care Provider with more than 20 years of experience. My daycare is located in Rancho Santa Margarita which is a very safe and lovely city to live in. I pride myself with keeping a clean, loving, and safe environment in which children can...
Nicole & Friends Family Day Care
37 Plushstone, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
in home day care with play-learning based program.
Esther's Child Care
20 La Flauta, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Former preschool teacher with over 20 years of experience working with children. I offer a safe & nurturing home environment to give your child quality care and to meet their every need. My home is in Rancho Santa Margarita (RSM), across from an elementary school. Conveniently located near Mission...
Rainbow Daycare
4 Calle De Los Grabados, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
We charge $5 per hour, we provide healthy snacks and meals. Our hours are Monday - Friday 6am - 6pm.
The Kid's Gym
29821 Aventura, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
We offer the following programs:
*Part-time Preschool (2 to 5 years of age)
*Mommy & Me Programs
*Open Gym
*Birthday Parties
*Mom's Day Out
*Parent's Night Out
*Playdates
Santa Margarita KinderCare
30062 Santa Margarita Pkwy, RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA
Paige's Place In-home Daycare
Los Alisos And Trabuco, Mission Viejo, CA
5.0
(6)
Welcome! My name is Paige. I have been running an at-home daycare for 20+ years. I started my daycare when my own four children were young. I have continued my daycare because I enjoy creating a family oriented, fun, loving environment for children. I am a member of the Orange County Childcare...
5.0
"I have been with Paige now 2 years and I can't say enough how much we love her, and the environment my daughter is in. She comes home so happy and can't wait to always go back. I just had another baby this past December and can not wait to start her at Paige's too."
Ashton W.
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...
5.0
"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."
Phepsi
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...
5.0
"Highly recommended daycare located in Oak Creek Irvine. Mrs. Kim is very experienced and is wonderful with children. Kids have made great progress in their verbal, writing and socials skills in such a short time."
Brian N
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Additional Daycare Services
Daycare Articles
7 cell phone rules for kids that every parent should establish right now
December 19th, 2024 For years, my kids have watched me use the Internet and social media for both work and pleasure. They’ve also listened to my many, many lectures about... Read more
Stage 2 baby food: How to know when to offer a bit more texture
December 19th, 2024 Once your baby has mastered the art of slurping down smooth purees, it may be time to expand their culinary horizons with Stage 2 baby food. Your little gou... Read more
7 babysitter red flags every parent needs to know
May 19th, 2021 Whether you’re a working parent or a mom or dad looking to go on the odd date night, finding a good babysitter can feel like winning the lottery. But just b... Read more
15 brilliant 2nd birthday themes and party ideas
December 10th, 2024 While your child’s 1st birthday may have involved little more than party hats and a smash cake, the ante must be upped when they turn 2. Not only is your li... Read more
FAQs for finding daycares near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Daycare centers near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.
What services do daycare centers offer near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Daycares near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.
What should I look for in a daycare center near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.
What questions should I ask when looking for a daycare for my child near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.