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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Foothill Ranch, CA

Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch

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, and it was a very difficult decision...

- Rebecca G.

Aveesa Daycare

5.0

I have known Ira for over 30 years now and am very confident of her abilities of interacting with children of all ages. Ira is a very kind, trusting, caring, and devoted woman. Children love her and she loves them. The dedication shows in her actions when she is taking care of a child. I would...

- Katayoon K.

ABC Daycare

5.0

Absolutely great caregivers! My son goes 2x a week and he LOVES it! He can't wait to tell us what they did during the day and he's always excited to go to ABC daycare. Definitely RECOMMEND this place!

- Allie P.

Happy Angels Haven

5.0

We are so lucky to have found a daycare as wonderful as Happy Angels Haven! Mrs. Alvi takes such good care of the kiddos, and gives them so much individual attention and teaching time. Our daughter has thrived here and learned so much. Mrs. Alvi is also very flexible, helpful and understanding for...

- Care member

Patty's Home Preschool - Laguna Hills

5.0

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 clear the moment you walk in the door. She engages them with arts and crafts, holiday activities and curriculum based on their ages and...

- Alexanra G.

Drop-in child care in Foothill Ranch, CA

Guidepost Montessori at Foothill Ranch

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.


Aveesa Daycare

Aveesa Daycare

44 Hollowglen, Irvine, CA

5.0

(3)

Aveesa Small Family Home Daycare/Childcare (Irvine) * Open Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 6:00 pm. * We also take care of your kids after hours and on special occasions with advance notice. Reasonable rates. * Accepting infants 0-24 months Full time and part...
5.0
"I have known Ira for over 30 years now and am very confident of her abilities of interacting with children of all ages. Ira is a very kind, trusting, caring, and devoted woman. Children love her and she loves them. The dedication shows in her actions when she is...

Katayoon K.


ABC Daycare

ABC Daycare

Manzanares, Mission Viejo, CA

5.0

(1)

Licensed by the State (#304313249) Full-time, part-time; drop-ins. Occasional evening and weekend care available on request. -Certified, loving and patient teacher experienced in early childhood development. -Activities include story-time, song and dance, morning stretches, arts and crafts, math &...
5.0
"Absolutely great caregivers! My son goes 2x a week and he LOVES it! He can't wait to tell us what they did during the day and he's always excited to go to ABC daycare. Definitely RECOMMEND this place!"

Allie P.


Happy Angels Haven

Happy Angels Haven

25291 Barents Street, Laguna Hills, CA

5.0

(20)

Happy Angels Haven, located in Laguna Hills, is just three blocks from 5 & 405 freeway, and just two easy turns to reach me on Alicia Parkway. Parents like a quick pick-up and drop-off, and so we work tirelessly to make everything as convenient as possible. We offer an inviting, fun-loving,...
5.0
"Mrs Alvi is amazing! My daughter has been in her daycare for about a year absolutely loves her. Mrs Alvi is very warm with the children and takes the time to really teach them. My daughter was a little delayed in her speech and today you would never know it. We're...

Jada D.


Patty's Home Preschool - Laguna Hills

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...
5.0
"We love Mrs Patty and her family home daycare. Mrs Patty's is located in a safe and clean environment. She follows a school curriculum for the older group of kids that has helped our oldest child excel across all subjects. They engage in lots of art time and learn...

Nathan A.


LEARNING EXPERIENCE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER, THE

LEARNING EXPERIENCE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER, THE

23421 MADERO, MISSION VIEJO, CA

Starting at $1450/mo

5.0

(2)

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.
5.0
"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 small. The education is very engaged and very fun! My son is 12 yrs and can't wait to go every summer! I can't say...

Jeniffer B.


Columbus Grove Daycare

Columbus Grove Daycare

57 Snowdrop Tree, IRVINE, CA

5.0

(3)

Columbus Grove Daycare is a licensed large in-home family daycare in the heart of Irvine, CA that offers an inviting, nurturing, and warm space for children to grow and develop. Our priorities in preparation for Kindergarten are: academic enrichment, developing fine and gross motor skills through...
5.0
"The staff is just amazing! We love the facility and their programs; they are welcoming and inviting. They make parents feel very comfortable, I am able to walk away knowing the kids are safe and in good hands. They are stellar communicators: I am always able to...

Julia D.


Normandale Family Childcare

Normandale Family Childcare

Summit , LAKE FOREST, CA

5.0

(6)

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...

Care member


Wieczorek Family Daycare

Wieczorek Family Daycare

21082 Wheaton Terrace, Lake Forest, CA

Need childcare options for the potential changes in schools next year? Family Daycare now open in Lake Forest License #304313705 -Near El Toro/Portola -Ages 0-12 years -Transportation, educational supervision, and before and after school care available for Lake Forest Elementary students...

Kiddo Kare

Kiddo Kare

26575 El Toboso, Mission Viejo, CA

Hello! I am a loving mom of 2 beautiful baby girls, ages 6 months & 16 months. I know firsthand how hard it is to go back to work after having a baby. I promise to give a loving, nurturing and safe environment for your little bundle of joy. Children should be spoiled with fun & love as long as...

Squirrely Daycare

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...

World of knowledge learning center

World of knowledge learning center

14581 Oak Ave, Irvine, CA

World Of Knowledge Learning Center! Facility Number - 304313439 Grand opening Home Day Care Now enrolling. My name is Halsi, *15 years work experience with 6week-12 year olds as a lead teacher in preschools. *24ECE units, Associate...

Smith's Home Preschool

Smith's Home Preschool

43 Glenhurst, Irvine, CA

Smith's Home Preschool is run by myself, Kristel Smith. I am a credentialed elementary school teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Child and Adolescent Development. In addition, I have over 18 units of early childhood education and have worked in several after school care programs. I have been...

Debbie's Daycare

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...

Melody Child Care

Melody Child Care

5031 Alcorn Ln, Irvine, CA

At Melody Child Care, our goal is to support your child's development with more personalized and family-oriented care. In our family child care home, we are able to communicate with parents on a more personal level to create custom care and share details about the development of each child. Our...

LePort Montessori Irvine Spectrum

LePort Montessori Irvine Spectrum

1 Technology Drive Bldgs. A H, Irvine, CA

At LePort, we help our students acquire the essential knowledge, thinking skills, and strength of character required to flourish as joyous children today, and as successful adults tomorrow. Our unique program emphasizes the relationship between the academically challenging material presented in the...

Streamline Christian Academy

Streamline Christian Academy

25195 Rivendell, Lake Forest, CA

Home-based Kindergarten readiness program, offering full or part time options, Mandarin and Spanish languages, STEM curriculum, and more!

Prodigy Montessori

Prodigy Montessori

95 Copper Mine, Irvine, CA

Prodigy Montessori is a CA licensed Day care cum Montessori learning academy. We offer an environment where happy minds learn to discover. Our executive director has over 20 years of education experience and has taught kids from ages 1-10. She has a master degree in education and has completed her...

LePort Montessori Irvine Orchard Hills

LePort Montessori Irvine Orchard Hills

3983 Portola Parkway, Irvine, CA

Our convenient neighborhood preschool offers nurturing Montessori programs for toddlers and preschool-aged children. In our authentic Montessori program, your child will benefit from stable, mixed-age classrooms communities, lead by a highly-trained, nurturing, stable teaching staff. All of our head...

LePort Montessori Irvine Westpark

LePort Montessori Irvine Westpark

1055 San Marino, Irvine, CA

At LePort, we help our students acquire the essential knowledge, thinking skills, and strength of character required to flourish as joyous children today, and as successful adults tomorrow. Our unique program emphasizes the relationship between the academically challenging material presented in the...

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