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Recent preschool reviews in Costa Mesa, CA

Mama Bear Child Care

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 safe, healthy, educational and...

- Jordan R.

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.

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

Preschools in Costa Mesa, CA

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.


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.


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
"Hello Katheryne thanks for taking care of my children's godbless"

Jason


LePort Montessori School (Irvine Mandarin)

LePort Montessori School (Irvine Mandarin)

3935 Alton Parkway West Park Plaza, IRVINE, CA

Authentic Montessori school offering Mandarin Chinese immersion toddler daycare and preschool/kindergarten. Teachers are native Chinese speakers and use Mandarin to speak with children and with each other. Classrooms have direct access to the outdoors and contain a complete set of Montessori...

FREE CHAPEL PRESCHOOL

FREE CHAPEL PRESCHOOL

2777 MCGAW AVENUE, IRVINE, CA

Starting at $1800/mo

Give your child a strong foundation for life at our Christian preschool! We believe in nurturing the whole child—spiritually, academically, and socially—within a warm, loving, faith-centered environment. Through Bible stories, hands-on learning, and creative play, we help preschoolers discover God’s...

Kiddie Academy of Irvine

Kiddie Academy of Irvine

16655 Noyes Avenue, IRVINE, CA

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...

CHRIST CATHEDRAL ACADEMY PRE-SCHOOL

CHRIST CATHEDRAL ACADEMY PRE-SCHOOL

13280 CHAPMAN AVENUE, GARDEN GROVE, CA

Starting at $830/mo

We are a fully Licensed pre-school with the Department of Social Services/Community Care Licensing for the State of California. We are also under the direct auspices of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange. Our teachers are all fully qualified with the State and have a combined total of over 75...

Montessori of Anaheim

Montessori of Anaheim

1401 S. Anaheim Blvd. Suite 105, ANAHEIM, CA

Montessori of Anaheim provides childcare service to the families and children ages 2-5 years old. We offer an authentic Montessori and hands-on fun learning experience. We have a great curriculum, experienced Montessori teachers and a beautiful Montessori prepared environment/ classroom. At...

CHRIST CHURCH BY THE SEA CHILDREN'S CENTER

CHRIST CHURCH BY THE SEA CHILDREN'S CENTER

1400 WEST BALBOA BLVD, NEWPORT BEACH, CA

Starting at $460/mo

Serving our community since 1972. CCCC philosophy focuses on foundational skills that support learning at every stage of life, including: social skill development, thinking skills (inquiry, critical, creative, and problem solving), language skills (listening and speaking), creative self-expression,...

Kiddie Academy of Tustin

Kiddie Academy of Tustin

14501 Newport Avenue, TUSTIN, CA

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...

LePort Montessori (Westpark)

LePort Montessori (Westpark)

1055 San Marino, 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,...

An authentic, nurturing Montessori school, offering toddler daycare and preschool/kindergarten, conveniently located to Irvine, Tustin, Orange, Anaheim & Santa Ana. At LePort Montessori Irvine Orchard Hills children thrive in a beautiful, nurturing and authentic Montessori environment. When your...

Orange Kids

Orange Kids

117 Treehouse, Irvine, CA

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...

SHALOM PRESCHOOL AND AFTER SCHOOL

SHALOM PRESCHOOL AND AFTER SCHOOL

8362 TRASK AVE., GARDEN GROVE, CA

Starting at $920/mo

Our programs are designed to meet the needs of working parents. Shalom Preschool & Afterschool operate educational programs from 2 to 12 years old. Our mission is to empower children in their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth by using developmentally appropriate curriculums....

Kiddie Academy of Huntington Beach

Kiddie Academy of Huntington Beach

19342 Beach Boulevard, HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...

Authentic Montessori school offering Mandarin Chinese immersion toddler daycare and preschool/kindergarten. Teachers are native Chinese speakers and use Mandarin to speak with children and with each other. Classrooms have direct access to the outdoors and contain a complete set of Montessori...

City of Newport Beach

City of Newport Beach

100 Civic Center Dr., Newport Beach, CA

After more than ONE year, Preschool 101 is back and ready for some in-person learning fun! Enroll your tykes in either of our two locations (Mariners or Newport Coast Community Center) and take a much deserved break while your child makes new friends and memories. Recreation Staff will follow NMUSD...

Amini Home Daycare

Amini Home Daycare

58 FIRE THORN, Irvine, CA

Fun, Fun, & More Fun Days are filled with fun and learning. Whether its arts & crafts, playtime, story time, M-F Preschool or a summer calendar with daily activities, there's always something exciting for children to look forward to. Came and visit us today! Mrs. Margarita Phone 949-748-7056 or...

NOBIS Montessori

NOBIS Montessori

264 N. Main St., ORANGE, CA

Starting at $1600/mo

So what makes a Montessori education different from other private or public schools? The answer; we treat each of our students as the unique individuals they are, and we educate them with Montessori materials, using the Montessori method. Maria Montessori believed that within each child there is...

LePort Montessori Irvine Westpark

LePort Montessori Irvine Westpark

1055 San Marino, 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...

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Ratings for Costa Mesa, CA preschools listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Preschools in Costa Mesa, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.