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Recent family daycare reviews in Lake Forest, CA
Siepideh Tehrani Buzy Kidz Daycare
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
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
Care 4 Kids Tustin
5.0
There are very few daycares as special as Care 4 Kids Tustin. My son, who can be incredibly anxious around new people warmed up to Mayra almost instantaneously. Let’s be honest I loved her from the start too!!
She creates such an incredible learning environment for the kids. From elaborate sensory...
- Care member
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.
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.
Family daycares in Lake Forest, CA
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
"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
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.
5.0
(14)
At Care for K.I.D.S. you will have piece of mind while your child is in our care.
Your little one will learn, play, socialize, discover, create, build, engineer, imagine, wonder, and enjoy their time spent here.
His or Her critical thinking, problem solving, sensory and motor skills will be...
5.0
"We have known Ms. Mayra for about 8 years now. She took care of both my babies and I don’t know how we could have survived those first few years without her. Her hands-on approach really made my kids feel safe and cared for. She always has fun and interesting...
Care member
Bright Childcare
29832 Hiddenwood, Laguna Niguel, 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.
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.
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.
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
"Dia and her staff are fantastic. My two year old daughter always loves going to daycare. They do great activities with the kids, hold fun events for holidays and birthdays, and help my daughter to continue her growth and learning. We know the kids here are safe,...
Brandon M.
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.
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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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
"So grateful we found Maya to watch our daughter. This was our first time putting our child in the care of someone else and we couldn't be more pleased with the environment. As new parents she gave us peace of mind knowing our daughter is in good hands. She has made...
Mary
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
"As first time parents, my husband and I had no idea of where to begin when looking for a day care for our 4 month old baby girl. When I first called Ginger on the phone, she gave me such great advice when looking for a daycare that served our needs (physically and...
Jennifer L.
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
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.
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.
Ladybugs Daycare
100 Bariton, Irvine, CA
5.0
(3)
5.0
"As the anxious mother of an only child, this place was such a massive blessing to my husband and I. My child attended this facility from the age of 13 months to 3+ years.
In our time with Ladybug daycare, we saw the following benefits:
- Her growth shot up...
Care member
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.
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
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
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...
Little Gems Day Care
25111 Barents, Laguna Hills, CA
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...
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Lake Forest, CA
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Lake Forest, CA?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Lake Forest, CA, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.
How do I know if a family daycare provider near me in Lake Forest, CA is right for my family?
When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in Lake Forest, CA, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.
What are some tips for choosing a family daycare provider near me in Lake Forest, CA?
When choosing family daycare near you in Lake Forest, CA, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.
Ratings for Lake Forest, CA family daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Family Daycares in Lake Forest, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed family daycares.