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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Lake Forest, CA

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.

Irvine Home Daycare

5.0

Maryam is very kind and loves children! My girls and son are always excited to be around her. I feel confident that my kids are in good hands each time I drop them off. I'm always able to concentrate at other things or activities without any fear!

- Seun O.

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.

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

Danika's Home Childcare

5.0

Danika started to take care my baby when he was 5Months Old. I am a first time mom and did all my daycare visits and glad that we found her. She's really sweet and caring to my baby, My baby never had a diaper rash under her care.I like it when they do outdoor plays and my baby can experience...

- R. B

Drop-in daycares in Lake Forest, CA

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.


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.


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
"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.


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
"We drive 45 minutes round trip at pick up and drop off just so we can feel safe knowing our daughter is with Danika instead of choosing a closer location. At no point have I ever worried about her or felt anything short of confident in Danika's abilities. Our...

Atondo


Sepideh A. Tehrani Buzy Kidz Daycare

Sepideh A. 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 22 years. I had my daycare in San Jose, California and Denver, Colorado. After 15 years...
5.0
"We randomly came across Buzy Kidz in our daycare search and are so happy that we found it! Our daughter has been there for over a year now and she loves it. All of the staff are super friendly and personable, I highly recommend Buzy Kidz!"

Care member


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
"Rockinghorse was our childcare provider for our two children over four years. Our children received quality care in this safe, clean, and calm environment where they made friends. Rockinghorse provided healthy food, and maintained a healthy environment. The care...

Kim F.


Best Baby Daycare Irvine

Best Baby Daycare Irvine

205 Cherrybrook Lane, Irvine, CA

5.0

(1)

BEST BABY DAYCARE Irvine has an Opening for a Newborn Infant! Age 6 weeks to 3 months of age. Please call 949-861-8125 for a personal interview and tour of beautifully designed and decorated nursery facility. This is a cozy, sweet, safe and clean home daycare in great Oakcreek neighborhood of...
5.0
"My Husband & I recently signed up our 3 moths old son to start Best Baby Daycare. Our son has been attending Best Baby Daycare for two weeks now and we are very pleased with the tender loving care Miriam provides our son while also attending to the three other...

Ingrid E.


Royale Family Day Care

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


Laguna Niguel Maya Daycare

Laguna Niguel Maya Daycare

24191 Rue De Gauguin, Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0

(11)

This is Mahshid. Thank you for interest in my childcare program. Daycare is open 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. - I have a Licensed child care State Of California. - I have certified Health & Safety, CPR, First Aid. - Years of childcare experience I am a mother of 1 girl. I can...
5.0
"I recently moved to the area and needed daycare right away. When my son first met her, he literally ran up to her like he already knew her! Mahshid is very welcoming, loving, caring and treats my son like her own. My husband and I are very thankful we found her....

Evelyn M.


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
"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.


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.


Ladybugs Daycare

Ladybugs Daycare

100 Bariton, Irvine, CA

5.0

(3)

5.0
"I love this place! Very clean! Amazing staff with so much heart and caring mindset. Our son was struggling at another daycare before we made the switch to Ladybug and it’s wonderful seeing our son get excited about going to daycare here. The teachers really make an...

Care member


Bright Beginner Preschool

Bright Beginner Preschool

1 Enfilade, Foothill Ranch, CA

5.0

(4)

Bright Beginner is a private, in home preschool where children feel nurtured, loved, and safe. We provide quality "in home" childcare and preschool learning experiences with a licensed and certified prekindergarten teacher designed to stimulate your child's growth and development. Our personalized...
5.0
"My grandson loves Ms B and her program. He has learned so much and he gets so excited to show me all his work when I pick him up. He truly loves her caring nature and I know my daughter and son in law are happy too."

Lucille


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've taken my daughter to Busy Lil Bees daycare multiple times now. It has been a wonderful experience. Shayla is great with my daughter. She is kind, patient and involved. She has tons of different crafts and activities for the kids to do at the house as well as a...

Jillian C.


Patty's Home Preschool - Laguna Hills

Patty's Home Preschool - Laguna Hills

24572 Southhampton Ct, Laguna Hills, CA

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...

Amy's Rascal House

Amy's Rascal House

27682 Pasatiempo, Mission Viejo, CA


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,...

Nurturing Visions Childcare

Nurturing Visions Childcare

25011 Presidio Drive, Laguna Hills, CA

We are gearing up for a fun summer here at NVCC , where we provide a family like atmosphere that is warm, inviting and educational, all while having fun. I have 25+ yrs of childcare experience. I have 4 adult children of my own and 7 grand-loves. I absolutely LOVE what I do, I take pride in loving...

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...

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Ratings for Lake Forest, CA drop-in daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Drop-In Daycares in Lake Forest, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares.