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Recent family daycare reviews in Santa Ana, CA

Royale Family Day Care

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

My Happy Days Child Care

5.0

We love Mrs. Denise! My son was at Happy Days Daycare for almost a year before Covid-19 lead us to take him out as I lost my job. I would still have him there if I hadn't been laid off. She is the most kind hearted person who genuinely loves all her kids. She connects with the parents and updates...

- Kendra B.

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

Happy Hearts Preschool & Child Care

5.0

This place is incredible, the people that work there are very patient with the kids, and Edit the owner is very sweet and cares much about the kids

- Joe

Creative Kids OC Family Day Care

5.0

I had my son in Creative Kids OC Family Day Care for two years and could not recommend it more highly. Terri is an absolutely amazing caregiver who treats every child like they're one of her own. My son loved going and loved her; I did too. This is a wonderful place where kids can feel safe and...

- Lauren S.

Family daycares in Santa Ana, CA

Genesis

2424 N. Tustin Ave. Apt R03, Santa Ana, 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


My Happy Days Child Care

My Happy Days Child Care

5801 Abraham Ave, Westminster, CA

5.0

(12)

Welcome to My Happy Days Childcare. I am a licensed professional child care provider. Our family daycare home offers a safe and supportive learning environment for infants and all children. We help prepare your children for school readiness. Your kids will enjoy fresh air and outdoor play with a...
5.0
"Both my children have attended Helping Hands for the last 9 years! (My daughter 9 years) and my son for the last 5. There is NO better daycare . Lee is amazing and treats the children as if they were here own. I am beyond grateful for Lee and her team."

Margie H.


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.


Happy Hearts Preschool & Child Care

Happy Hearts Preschool & Child Care

706 W. Lamark Dr, Anaheim, CA

5.0

(2)

We are open 24/5 days a week. We accepting newborn to 5 years old. Our goal is to provide tender love and care for our wonderful angels. We provide the children with warm meals, including breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner. We motivate the children with fun yet highly educational activities that...
5.0
"This place is incredible, the people that work there are very patient with the kids, and Edit the owner is very sweet and cares much about the kids"

Joe


Creative Kids OC Family Day Care

Creative Kids OC Family Day Care

306 Broadway, Costa Mesa, CA

4.4

(7)

Welcome to Creative Kids Family Daycare! My highest priority is for your child to be safe, healthy and happy and I have taken these steps to make that happen: My home is professionally child and baby proofed. I am certified by the Red Cross in Infant/Child First Aid, Safety, CPR and Preventative...
5.0
"I had my son in Creative Kids OC Family Day Care for two years and could not recommend it more highly. Terri is an absolutely amazing caregiver who treats every child like they're one of her own. My son loved going and loved her; I did too. This is a wonderful...

Lauren S.


Early Learner Montessori Home

Early Learner Montessori Home

7 Hickory, Irvine, CA

5.0

(8)

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
"We really appreciate the care Ms Denise and her family provided for my daughter. We feel very luck to have someone like Ms Denise with patience, inspiration, enthusiastic, and most importantly love. My 3 year old loves to go Ms Denise house, and learn so much...

Difei M


Parentz View Child Care

Parentz View Child Care

3202 Montana Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA

5.0

(13)

Parentz View Child Care is a Large Licensed In Home Family Day Care located in Costa Mesa, in the Mesa Verde housing track. I've been in business for 11 years now. I originally started my daycare after having a bad experience with a Licensed provider where my daughter attended. After that ordeal I...
5.0
"My son, 4, has been attending Parentzview for almost a year now! We absolutely love it! Our son loves Miss Nicole and she is just so great with all the kids. Our son has formed some amazing friendships with the other kids. The meals and snacks are always healthy,...

Jaime P.


Little Stars Daycare

Little Stars Daycare

3997 Irvine Blvd, Irvine, CA

4.0

(3)

There is a need to find a Quality & Safe daycare when it is impossible for a parent to stay at home, and Little Stars Daycare is the right choice for your child or children. My daycare has a warm, loving, friendly, cheerful & educational atmosphere where your child will feel at home, happy & eager...
5.0
"An amazing place for your child. Shirin and Summer are so loving and caring, and they engage the children in a lot of activities and learning sessions. Love the pictures they send the parents and the stories they tell about how your child is doing. I highly...

Mariam A.


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.


Mama Bear Child Care

Mama Bear Child Care

7212 Stonewood Dr, Huntington Beach, CA

5.0

(1)

From infantry through toddler years, Mama Bear Child Care is the quality care and companionship parents are looking for. Mama Bear Child Care is a one of a kind home daycare for your family, founded by mother and daughter Pam and Ashley. In our developmentally-based environment, your child can...
5.0
"Blooming Butterflies has taken care of my baby since I went back to work and she was 13 weeks old. She is a few weeks away from turning 1 and I have had the best experience with Pam, Ashley and their crew. I highly recommend this daycare for anyone looking for a...

Jordan R.


Happy Kid's Daycare

Happy Kid's Daycare

2212 Delaware St, Huntington Beach, CA

5.0

(1)

Happy Kid's Daycare is a small daycare that is located at 2212 Delaware St Huntington Beach, CA 92648. I have 4 years of experience working with children. I build an excellent curriculum that promotes active learning and creative thinking. I do fun educational activities such as, math, science,...
5.0
"Mervat is extremely caring and hands on with my son! he loves going to daycare and you can tell she is really passionate about working with children. I feel 100% confidence when I leave my son with her!"

Mary G.


Itsy Bitsy Daycare

Itsy Bitsy Daycare

12 Columbine, Irvine, CA

4.5

(8)

**INFANT OPENINGS AVAILABLE** Details regarding the daycare are listed below. LIC # 304312876. Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Ages accepted: 0-4 years old. I am State Licensed, Pediatrics C.P.R. & First Aid Certified, Educated in Early Childhood Studies. I provide a...
5.0
"My granddaughter has been at Itsy Bitsy Daycare with Yesica for 10 months and I am extremely pleased with the care provided. I have experience with both home day care providers as well as larger organizations and I have found Yesica to be a loving, attentive...

Linda E.


Teresa's Day Care

Teresa's Day Care

1336 S. Moonstone Street, Anaheim, CA

5.0

(1)

Hi, my name is Teresa. I have a Licensed In-Home Day Care. I have had my day care since 1985 with my children. We started small and kept growing. We are now a Large Family Day Care Home. My young Day Care children stayed and went to school with the other children at an Elementary School. We walk...
5.0
"Our daughter has been coming to Teresa since she was 4 months. She is now almost 3. She loved coming and playing the kids. It's a great environment and the cost is great. We have been very happy with all Teresa's services."

Meg M.


Kids Space

Kids Space

16461 Shadburn Ave., Placentia, CA

5.0

(1)

We are an in-home daycare/Preschool, accepting students from 2-5 years of age. We are very academic with three learning classes. We service breakfast, hot lunch and snack. Have free playtime before and after classes. Provide a large backyard. Open from 7:00am - 6:00 pm. Been in business for over 35...
5.0
"My family and I love Kids Space preschool. We first started attending 6 years ago with my first child and now my 2nd child is attending. We love the home environment along with the high academics. My 1st child was well prepared to attend Kindergarten and my 2nd...

Jenell G.


Paradise Kids

Paradise Kids

14801 Sumac Ave, Irvine, CA

5.0

(10)

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


Precious Babies Daycare

Precious Babies Daycare

2746 W Stonybrook Dr, Anaheim, CA

5.0

(1)

5.0
"100% highly recommend. Everyone here is absolutely the best. They are so nice and friendly. My daughter loves being here and doesn't want to leave half of time."

Katrina H.


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.


Angela R's Childcare And Preschool

Angela R's Childcare And Preschool

527 S Dale Ave, Anaheim, CA

4.5

(14)

* Breakfast, Dinner & 2 snacks provided free each day. (Lunch Not Provided.) * Potty training included. * 2.5 Staff. * State assistance welcome. * Angela R.'s Childcare and Preschool is a program that specializes in the social, emotional and academic teachings for all children ranging from 2...
5.0
"As parents, we all have certain things in common. First and foremost of these is that our children mean more to us than anything. With that in mind, we're writing this review to recommend an amazing daycare. Our children started at Angie's in May of 2014 - at...

Colby A


ABC Day Care

ABC Day Care

2040 Federal Ave, Costa Mesa, CA

5.0

(2)

My name is Marina, I am a Licensed Child Care provider, located in Costa Mesa , My home is open to all ages from infant to school age ,the daycare can pick up Children from schools that are around Our house, which are Victoria elementary, Pomona Elementary School, Rea Elementary , Wilson Elementary,...
5.0
"ABC Day Care is Amazing! My daughter is a year old and I am a single Mom. Enrolling my daughter to this daycare was the best decision. She has tremendously grown in just the few months that she has been there. She has learned the whole alphabet, all her shapes, and...

Manija A.


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Ratings for Santa Ana, CA family daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Family Daycares in Santa Ana, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed family daycares.