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Recent preschool reviews in Costa Mesa, CA

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

Columbus Grove Daycare

5.0

5 stars absolutely! I have had all of my three children go here. It has been nothing but a pleasure to work with Chi. She prepares quality delicious food for my children every day. My kids are always excited to go and play with the kids there! The home is always presented nicely and it is very...

- Shawn Y.

Care For K. I. D. S.

5.0

We found Ms. Mayra when she was still a small daycare. She took care of my boys from 4mo/4years until they were enrolled in school full time in 1st grade. Care for K.I.D.S is an all inclusive daycare. She provides diapers/formula and awesome meals for the kids. My sons still talk about her...

- Care member

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.

Preschools in Costa Mesa, CA

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 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...

R. B


Columbus Grove Daycare

Columbus Grove Daycare

57 Snowdrop Tree, IRVINE, CA

5.0

(3)

Columbus Grove Daycare is a licensed large in-home family daycare in the heart of Irvine, CA that offers an inviting, nurturing, and warm space for children to grow and develop. Our priorities in preparation for Kindergarten are: academic enrichment, developing fine and gross motor skills through...
5.0
"The staff is just amazing! We love the facility and their programs; they are welcoming and inviting. They make parents feel very comfortable, I am able to walk away knowing the kids are safe and in good hands. They are stellar communicators: I am always able to...

Julia D.


Care For K. I. D. S.

Care For K. I. D. S.

2684 Brand Dr., Tustin, CA

5.0

(13)

currently accepting 18 months + for infant care At Care for K.I.D.S. your child will learn, play, socialize, discover, create, build, engineer, imagine, wonder, and enjoy childhood. His or Her critical thinking, problem solving, sensory and motor skills will be challenged on a daily basis...
5.0
"We had a great experience with Ms. Mayra in the two years our daughter was at CARE for Kids Tustin. Ms. Mayra and her staff took such good care of our girl. She was so patient with our daughter through all her big emotions, helping her learn how to handle all of...

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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
"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


Charmsical Child Care

Charmsical Child Care

109 Goldenrod, Irvine, CA

5.0

(3)

Over 30 years experience with children. A safe and clean environment for your child to play, learn & grow! Highlights ~ Preschool curriculum ~ Pet friendly home/2 loving huskies ~ A safe place for your child to play, learn and grow ~ Building positive, meaningful friendships ~ Using teachable...
5.0
"I wish we had found Miss Jenean sooner! We went through 7 nannies in 18 months before we found her. She is absolutely incredible! Everything you see in the photos is a true representation of what the kids experience. They do learning activities, dancing, make gifts...

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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...

7203 - La Petite Academy of Huntington Beach

7203 - La Petite Academy of Huntington Beach

19860 Beach Blvd., HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA

We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized...

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...

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,...

7705 - Great Foundations Montessori - Tustin

7705 - Great Foundations Montessori - Tustin

15140 Kensington Park Dr, TUSTIN, CA

Early childhood education and quality child care are essential for supporting today’s families. We’re proud to provide stability, reliability, and a unique learning experience for your child. This is much more than simply daycare. Montessori Unlimited represents one of the largest networks of...

4874 - Everbrook Academy of Irvine

4874 - Everbrook Academy of Irvine

16498 Royal Oak, IRVINE, CA

1.0

(1)

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,...

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...

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...

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....

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

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Preschools in Costa Mesa, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.