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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in East Irvine, CA

24/7 Toyland Heaven Daycare

5.0

I love Toyland Daycare and so does my son Phoenix! I've been using them for over a year now and they maintain such a professional, clean, fun and warm environment for my son. They are constantly doing fun activities that my son raves about every time I pick him. Cheryl, the owner is wonderful too!...

- Kimberly C

Busy Lil Bees Preschool & Daycare

5.0

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 but Sheila made every effort to make sure it went smoothly. She was great at keeping my son's normal daily schedule as close as possible while he...

- Megan T.

Little Gems Day Care

5.0

Little Gems was the first daycare I sent my baby to at 5 months and once I met Ms. Nunu (Noushin), I felt that he would be in safe hands. Her sweet, calm and patient presence along with watching how happy Jayce is when he goes to daycare made me and my husband feel confident to return to work worry...

- Care member

K For Kids Daycare

5.0

Me and my wife cannot say enough good things about Robin and her daycare! We dropped our first daughter at 3 months old and Robin was so supportive and accommodating to our entire family. She helped ease any concerns or apprehensions we had within the first day. She is so warm towards our entire...

- ALFREDO S

Leeanne's Littles

5.0

My son loves his time here, and I love that I don't have to worry about him when I'm gone! She treats him as if he were one of her own kids.

- Emily L.

Drop-in daycares in East Irvine, CA

24/7 Toyland Heaven Daycare

24/7 Toyland Heaven Daycare

413 W. Curie, Santa Ana, CA

5.0

(3)

Toyland Heaven is NOT your traditional home Daycare. We understand the difficulties of balancing the demands of work, life and child care. That's why Toyland Heaven Daycare is very dedicated to also helping parents with non-traditional schedules. If you need child care during the nights, weekends,...
5.0
"This place has been a Godsend! Having raised 2 kids in home I was super apprehensive about daycare at all, but Cheryl immediately made is feel at ease. Being in the service industry my schedule fluctuates and has been crazy. Cheryl has been so accommodating to my...

Vanessa


Busy Lil Bees Preschool & Daycare

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...
5.0
"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 but Sheila made every effort to make sure it went smoothly. She was great at keeping my son's normal daily...

Megan T.


Little Gems Day Care

Little Gems Day Care

25111 Barents, Laguna Hills, CA

5.0

(1)

Welcome to Little Gems Day Care, where three decades of childcare expertise meet a nurturing haven for your little ones. I'm Noushin R, and I bring over 30 years of dedicated experience to our warm and enriching environment. At Little Gems, we view each child as a unique gem, deserving of love and...
5.0
"Little Gems was the first daycare I sent my baby to at 5 months and once I met Ms. Nunu (Noushin), I felt that he would be in safe hands. Her sweet, calm and patient presence along with watching how happy Jayce is when he goes to daycare made me and my husband feel...

Care member


K For Kids Daycare

K For Kids Daycare

25882 Triton Court, Mission Viejo, CA

5.0

(14)

Updated January 2023 I have one immediate opening for a full time infant. I will have one opening June 1 for a full time infant. Please note that I am an INFANTS ONLY provider and I only take full time children under the age of 2. Hi! I've been a licensed daycare provider for over 34...
5.0
"K for Kids Daycare is the absolute best daycare we could've found for our daughter! Robin has a gift for working with children. Robin maintains a clean, safe, loving, and fun environment. Our little one gets lots of snuggles, trips to the park, healthy meals, and...

Kim S.


Leeanne's Littles

Leeanne's Littles

26255 Las Flores Unit A, Mission Viejo, CA

5.0

(1)

Leeanne's Littles is a State Licensed Daycare with a warm and caring atmosphere. We provide open areas for play, both inside and out, stations for art, music, and pretend play. Our main goal is to ensure every child feels comfortable while under our care. We want to help them develop socially, as...
5.0
"My son loves his time here, and I love that I don't have to worry about him when I'm gone! She treats him as if he were one of her own kids."

Emily L.


6284 - Everbrook Academy of Rancho Santa Margarita

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,...

Kidsy

Kidsy

25221 Avenida Tranquila, Lake Forest, CA

We don't just care, We inspire. Kidsy provides full-time and part-time childcare for infants and children, ages 6 weeks old and up to 6 years old. Kidsy is a home where you can bring your child and feel complete trust that your child is in a safe and loving environment. You can return to work...

3238 - The Children's Courtyard of Lake Forest

3238 - The Children's Courtyard of Lake Forest

21772 Lake Forest Dr, LAKE FOREST, CA

At The Children's Courtyard, your child is given plenty of room to excel. With state-of-the-art equipment and a refined atmosphere, our campus-like, two-building facilities offer plenty of room for your child to think big and become the best possible version of him or herself. Here, your child will...

Precious Ones Daycare

Precious Ones Daycare

27231 Galvez Ln., Mission Viejo, CA

I welcome you to stop by and take a tour of the daycare and see how we are rated with 5 STARS on Yelp! My goal is to provide the best care for your child and make you, the parent, as comfortable as possible about the environment your child will be in. I have many years of experience working with...

Rosa's Family Childcare

Rosa's Family Childcare

1913 Westwood Ave, Santa Ana, CA

1 year waiting list for infants. Government assistance welcome. This is a family childcare home. I am CPR Certified, First Aid Certified, Health and Safety Certified, TB Tested, LiveScan (Which means that I got fingerprinted and ran a background check on me), my home was inspected by a social worker...

Aldana's Daycare

Aldana's Daycare

22942 Sierra St, Lake Forest, CA

Open 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday and special occasions Saturdays and Sundays. English and Spanish. Ages 0 to 10 years old. Superior care with love and patience. Educational activities that include ABC's, 123's, math, story time, music, dance, free play out/inside and much more. Potty...

Soccer Shots

Soccer Shots

540 N. Golden Circle Dr. Suite 303, Santa Ana, CA

Soccer Shots is the leading intro to soccer program for children ages 2-8. We teach skills and character building using fun, imaginative games with a non competitive platform.

0201 - Childtime of Santa Ana

0201 - Childtime of Santa Ana

13881 North Prospect Avenue, SANTA ANA, CA

At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults...

Little Things Early Preschool

Little Things Early Preschool

1 Rue Monet, Foothill Ranch, CA

At Little Things, we strive to create a engaging, meaningful and joyful environment inspired by Play-based learning. Our program is a place where children can learn through doing, invent through making, and solve problems by working together. We focus on Social and Emotional development, while...

Jeannie's Happy Little One's Childcare

Jeannie's Happy Little One's Childcare

24991 Salford St, Laguna Hills, CA

Call, (949) 244-6522 Quality, Educational, Affordable and FUN! Hi Jeannie here, I'm a quality licensed Childcare Provider, with a safe, loving home. I do great EDUCATIONAL TEACHING. Fun, Art and Crafts! Have taken lots of childcare classes. MEMBER of ORANGE COUNTY CHILD CARE. Large back yard area...

Parvins Daycare

Parvins Daycare

22691 Napoli, Laguna Hills, CA

Hello, My name is Parvin and I am happy that you have found us. I have over 20 years of experience of childcare with infants, toddlers, and children of all ages. We offer a warm, welcoming environment for your children to play, learn, and grow. I strive to make each family very pleased with my...

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...

Kid Care Brookie's Mom

Kid Care Brookie's Mom

741 Marlin Dr, Laguna Beach, CA

At my child care has been a joyful experience since 1984. Our licensed preschool offers pre-writing, reading and math skills, a language literature program, creative arts, age-appropriate cooking class, gymnastics and movement experience. We provide delicious, nutritious meals and snacks for...

Peace Tree Learning

Peace Tree Learning

15 Fairfield, Foothill Ranch, CA

State licensed, home daycare in a loving, play-based environment! serving ages 6 months - 6 years My name is Maria and I am an experienced and qualified, Infant CPR trained preschool teacher. I love children and I am opening my home to provide a safe and fun learning experience. I love art and all...

Pink Melody Child Care

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,...

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