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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Lake Forest, CA

Bright Childcare

5.0

Mariam has been an invaluable asset to our family for the past two years. We were so lucky to have found her during the pandemic when our son's first daycare closed, and honestly it was the best thing that could have happened to us. She provides a warm, loving, and supportive environment that our...

- Stephanie L.

Mind Builder At The Hills

5.0

Where do I start? Mind Builder at Laguna Hills is absolutely amazing! All three of my children have gone to this home daycare. My oldest is 7 years old and she started at Mind Builder when she was one. My youngest is 8 months old and he is currently enrolled. Dia and Elsie are quite the duo. They...

- Angela J

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

Itty Bitty B's Play School

5.0

We recently interviewed and selected Itty Bitty B to care for our two children ages 4 months and 3 years. We are so impressed with Miss Brianne's knowledge and understanding of the emotional and educational needs of our children. Her facility is immaculate and filled with quality learning tools,...

- Margaret C.

Tania's Home Family Child Care

5.0

We started at Tania's daycare in November 2020. We were fairly new to California with no friends or family and needed care for our 9-month-old as we transitioned back to office work. Of the 5 daycares we toured, Tania's was the best choice by far. Her facility was clean, she has designated learning...

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Drop-in daycares in Lake Forest, CA

California Sound Studios

25651 Atlantic Ocean Drive Suite A16, Lake Forest, CA

California Sound Studios music industry professionals have a proven track record of consistently leading the entertainment industry. California Sound Studios ensures the best atmosphere and production quality along with industry opportunities for artist development.

Pam's Precious Blessing - A Place To Grow

24201 Fordview, Lake Forest, CA

I have a mixed age child care. I care for children from infancy through age 5. I worked as a preschool teacher for 5 years at Grand Avenue Christian School. When my daughter started Junior High, I wanted to make sure that there was somebody at home when she came home from school; so I decided to...

HERITAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL

29000 PORTOLA PARKWAY, LAKE FOREST, CA


MILESTONES MONTESSORI OF Lake Forest

23222 Lake Center Dr, LAKE FOREST, CA


5.0

(23)

Hi. My name is Mariam and I especially enjoy working with small groups of children at my licensed family daycare. The children will participate in a daily, professional enrichment program that teaches arts & crafts, music, pre-math and pre-reading skills, social skills and much more. Your child will...
5.0
"Mariam has been an invaluable asset to our family for the past two years. We were so lucky to have found her during the pandemic when our son's first daycare closed, and honestly it was the best thing that could have happened to us. She provides a warm, loving, and...

Stephanie L.


Mind Builder At The Hills

Mind Builder At The Hills

25052 Mawson Drive, Laguna Hills, CA

5.0

(5)

I am a passionate professional licensed LVN, experienced with pediatrics, who decided to take care of your children at my home to give them a comfortable and safe environment! Details are listed below. *Services offered for children ages 3 months old to 12 years old. *Preschool curriculum....
5.0
"I have 20 years of childcare experience. I highly recommend Mind Builder At The Hills Child Care Center. The center is clean and the staff and teacher are caring and loving. Faye Abri"

Faye A.


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...

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Itty Bitty B's Play School

Itty Bitty B's Play School

560 Cardiff, Irvine, CA

5.0

(1)

As a mom of two, I understand what it feels like to leave your little one. You want to have the best care and not a worry in the world. At Itty Bitty B's Play School we offer a safe, clean learning environment. We have an intimate Play School, to ensure maximum attention to your child. We use mother...
5.0
"We recently interviewed and selected Itty Bitty B to care for our two children ages 4 months and 3 years. We are so impressed with Miss Brianne's knowledge and understanding of the emotional and educational needs of our children. Her facility is immaculate and...

Margaret C.


Tania's Home Family Child Care

Tania's Home Family Child Care

5102 Doanoke Ave, Irvine, CA

5.0

(11)

Tania's Family Child Care. Tania's Family Child Care is an home child care that accepts ages 6 weeks through 3 years old. We currently follow all the COVID-19 Guidelines provided by the State and the Licensing Department. About Miss Tania: Miss Tania has over 12 years of experience of...
5.0
"We are so lucky to have found Miss Tania! Tania loves our little one like her own. We never have had any doubts about our baby's safety or well-being while with Miss Tania. She communicates with us throughout the day with pictures and updates on how she's doing....

Stephen B.


Irvine Home Daycare

Irvine Home Daycare

456 Chorus, Irvine, CA

5.0

(4)

I think you will be excited to learn what I provide My name is Maryam and I am a longtime resident of Irvine. I have a large child-safe home and am an experienced professional in the field of child care and more importantly, I LOVE what I do. I am licensed by the State of California and certified...
5.0
"Oh my goodness, we are so grateful that we found Maryam and her wonderful daycare! We needed to find a daycare for our three-month son and we looked around so many places in Irvine. We looked at church day cares, in-home daycare, nannies, you name it. Nothing felt...

Ramona S.


Abc Daycare

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
"We have had an amazing experience with Ms.Kim's ABC daycare. Our two son came in for pre-k and within days, it became their second home. This is BY FAR the best daycare we have ever seen. We felt so lucky to get my two son into this daycare. I believe Ms.Kim's...

Ivy G.


Katie's Daycare

Katie's Daycare

24625 Creekview Dr., Laguna Hills, CA

4.8

(23)

If you're looking for a small in-home daycare, then Katie's Daycare is for you. Our name is Donna and my twin sister is Yvonne and we grew up with our mother running a day care for 30+ years and we are very excited to start our own business to continue the experience we've gained from her. We are...
5.0
"Yvonne and Donna cared for our son for 2 years and we were so appreciative of how much love and attention they gave him. He thrived at Katie’s daycare and we couldn’t be happier with them. I would highly recommend them to any parent looking for a small and warm...

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Paige's Place In-home Daycare

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
"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...

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Care For K. I. D. S.

Care For K. I. D. S.

2684 Brand Dr., Tustin, CA

5.0

(13)

currently accepting 18 months + for infant care At Care for K.I.D.S. your child will learn, play, socialize, discover, create, build, engineer, imagine, wonder, and enjoy childhood. His or Her critical thinking, problem solving, sensory and motor skills will be challenged on a daily basis...
5.0
"We're so lucky we found Care For KIDS. My kid started when she couldn't walk well, now she is running around in their awesome backyard playground. Mrs. Mayra truly makes it convenient for all parents as it's all inclusive. We don't have to worry about bringing in...

Sohee K.


Danika's Home Childcare

Danika's Home Childcare

403 Monte Vista, Irvine, CA

4.6

(17)

I have over 25 years of experience working in the childcare environments, Corporate, non-profit, and family day care. I loved what I did in the education/child care field; but wanted to take what I truly enjoyed doing down to a smaller scale. When the opportunity came in 2013, I said good-bye to the...
5.0
"Danika has been watching our son for a year now and we absolutely love how she is with him and how quickly she was able to accommodate our needs as they changed multiple times throughout the year. I would definitely recommend her to anyone."

Ashleigh R.


Siepideh Tehrani Buzy Kidz Daycare

Siepideh Tehrani Buzy Kidz Daycare

25212 Monte Verde Drive, Laguna Niguel, CA

4.7

(12)

My background is in child development and psychology. I have my Teaching License and I have my daycare license through CA Department of Education, Sacramento. I have been in this business for more than 30years. I had my daycare in San Jose, California and Denver, Colorado. After 15 years teaching...
5.0
"My daughter has been going to Buzy Kidz with Miss Sepi since she was 5 months old and she will be 4 in May of this year. I cannot speak highly enough of the staff and operations at Buzy Kidz. My daughter is flourishing both socially and educationally and is...

Veltria R.


Orange Kids

Orange Kids

117 Treehouse, Irvine, CA

5.0

(2)

We understand how difficult raising a child for full-time working parents may be, from nutrition to their behavior, exploring their hidden talents to teaching them arts & music, and all in a safe environment. Our Lovely trained Staff in Orange Kids Family Child Care are licensed child care and...
5.0
"Roya is honestly the best. After enrolling our son, I was impressed with how quickly she bonded with him. Every time I dropped him off, he was happy to see her and every time I picked him up, he was happy. It felt like dropping him off with a family member every...

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Early Learner Montessori Home

Early Learner Montessori Home

7 Hickory, Irvine, CA

5.0

(7)

Our genuine concern and deep respect for the children in our care is the driving force behind our outstanding Montessori program where children are able to grow and thrive knowing that they are loved and cared for in a predictable, structured, and safe environment. We look forward to partnering...
5.0
"My son started the Montessori last August. He settled in very quickly and the teachers were very friendly and cooperative.Ms Denese really wants the child to flourish and learn as much as they can during their time there.She communicates very well and shares your...

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Paradise Kids

Paradise Kids

14801 Sumac Ave, Irvine, CA

5.0

(9)

Paradise Kids daycare is a licensed in-home child-care facility in a safe community located in Irvine, CA. I am available Monday through Friday from 8Am to 5 Pm, and am very dedicated and loving towards children and enjoy teaching and playing with them. Education is very important and I work with...
5.0
"Both my children went to Paradise Kids and I'm so grateful to Marjan and her staff for their excellent care. They started at the same time when my youngest was an infant, and the oldest was a toddler. Marjan gave thorough daily updates on both and helped my toddler...

Emma L


Ginger Jones

Ginger Jones

18 Columbine, Dove Canyon, CA

5.0

(3)

WELCOME! I own Rockinghorse Home Day Care which has been offering state licensed care to children 6 weeks to Pre-K in a small group environment. I believe: C...communication is essential; A...accomplishments in every stage of a child's life builds self-esteem; R...respect of each child's needs is...
5.0
"Ginger cares for my second child and I wish I knew her for my first one. She gives excellent care and is so thorough with communication and updates. I love that my daughter is so happy with her and the other little ones. The kids are well fed with the healthiest...

Natalie D.


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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Drop-In Daycares in Lake Forest, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares.