Best Pre-K Schools, Programs in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Q: What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

Pre-k programs in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

Q: What questions should I ask when researching a pre-k near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Q: What will my child do at pre-k near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Q: What else do I need to know about pre-k near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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Ginger Jones

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 organic foods. (better than my own...

- Natalie D.

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.

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

Bright Beginner Preschool

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

Guidepost Montessori at Alicia

5.0

My two children switched to Guidepost Alicia in its opening week. I was not a mom who was originally excited about Spanish immersion, until I really started doing some research on the value of bilingualism, and I realized: I have a small window of time here when my kids are young. Why should I not...

- Rebecca G.

Pre-k schools in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Guidepost Montessori at Las Flores

28672 Deerpath, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, conveniently located in the Rancho Santa Margarita. Your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. This location offers both English and full Mandarin immersion programs. Your child will also take advantage of...

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.

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

"My three children have all gone to Ms. Mariam for child care, and we have been so lucky to have her in our life. My oldest went to her from ages 2 until pre-K, and my twins started with her when they were less than a year old, and are still with her once a week at...

Danelle T.

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...

Care member

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

Guidepost Montessori at Alicia

25261 Paseo De Alicia, Laguna Hills, CA

5.0

(1)

Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, where your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. At our beautiful Laguna Hills location, your child will take advantage of a full Spanish Immersion curriculum, beautiful, new classrooms and natural...

5.0

"My two children switched to Guidepost Alicia in its opening week. I was not a mom who was originally excited about Spanish immersion, until I really started doing some research on the value of bilingualism, and I realized: I have a small window of time here when...

Rebecca G.

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

"As a first time mom, I was so apprehensive and worried about finding a daycare that we were comfortable with. We had many daycare tours including large daycare centers, but couldn't find the right one. Because, throughout the tours, most daycares emphasized on...

Marcelo B.

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...

Powell Family Daycare

3 Hartford Court, Coto de Caza, CA

Hello! Welcome to Powell Family Daycare! *Located in beautiful & family oriented, Coto De Caza. We have openings for children, 15 months and older. *17 years of Childcare experience. *Certified in CPR & Pediatric First Aid. *Hours of operation are M-F, 7am-5pm. *Meals & Snacks...

LEARNING EXPERIENCE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER, THE

23421 MADERO, MISSION VIEJO, CA

Starting at $1450/mo

The Learning Experience has been serving the families of Saddleback and south Orange County for over 39 years. We provide a creative, nurturing environment with a developmental curriculum geared towards kindergarten readiness and personal social growth.

LePort Montessori (Irvine Spectrum South Campus)

1 Technology Drive Bldg. H, Ste. 100, IRVINE, CA

Montessori school offering programs from infancy through Kindergarten. Bright classrooms with many windows and en-suite restrooms are equipped with a full range of Montessori materials, and most classrooms have direct access to the outdoors to allow a flow between indoor play and outdoor gardening,...

Nasali Daycare

Via Gorrion, Mission Viejo, CA

Hello parents! I am an ECE graduate from Canada College with 7 years' experience caring and teaching children to get them ready for kindergarten. I come from Africa, I have lived in the USA for more than 10 years, and I am opening a brand new family childcare. In my daycare, I am going to...

K For Kids Daycare

25882 Triton Court, Mission Viejo, CA

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...

Streamline Christian Academy

25195 Rivendell, Lake Forest, CA

Home-based Kindergarten readiness program, offering full or part time options, Mandarin and Spanish languages, STEM curriculum, and more!

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...

Dynamic Transported After-school Program

14805 Jeffrey Rd Ste F, Irvine, CA

Our Transported After-school Program is a well-rounded program that serves most Irvine and Tustin schools for students in Training Kindergarten through 6th Grade. We pick your child up following their school dismissal time. We have 3 day (part-time) or 5 day (full-time) programs available. Our daily...

LePort Montessori Irvine Spectrum

1 Technology Drive Bldgs. A H, Irvine, CA

At LePort, we help our students acquire the essential knowledge, thinking skills, and strength of character required to flourish as joyous children today, and as successful adults tomorrow. Our unique program emphasizes the relationship between the academically challenging material presented in the...

Busy Bees Preschool

25151 Campo Rojo, Lake Forest, CA

5.0

(1)

Small family in home pre-school/day care. I am delighted to provide a loving home away from home for your children. I can provide a safe, clean, nurturing environment in a Christian home. Openings are available (2-6 years) pre-school curriculum included at age appropriate level. I will prepare your...

5.0

"My wife and I meet Trish and she is very nice and has a good setup. I recommend you check her out."

Holly G.

Tweety Small Daycare

24922 Muirlands Blvd. Trlr 109, Lake Forest, CA

5.0

(5)

Open doors and arms to those from the Children's Home Society of California! Open in Lake Forest since 2005, I have provided government licensed childcare for families with newborns to 4-5 years old. I love all of my children and believe it is important that they all are receive my full attention...

5.0

"I'm very thankful and lucky we were able to find Liz. She took care of my babies from when they were 8 weeks old to pre-k. They were always so excited to go to Liz's, which gave me peace of mind knowing that they were being well taken care of. The one on one...

Melina H

Kids Adventure Learning Center-Academy on the Hills

10 Mareblu, Aliso Viejo, CA

Academy on the Hills, located in Aliso Viejo, California, offers early care and education services to children between the ages of 6 months to 12 years old. The company’s pre-kindergarten programs focus on laying a good foundation by teaching and developing children’s core competencies. The...