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Welcome to Dana Point Montessori Preschool.
We are a private school serving South Orange County for over 15 years and as of March 2019 are under new ownership. Schedule a tour and come see our classroom and playground plans & improvements!
Our school is located only 5 minutes from the beach...
Our program is centered on the belief that the first few years of a child’s life are critical for their developmental foundation and socialization. We believe that by providing a home-like environment that is safe, comfortable, and loving, a child’s creativity will be nurtured. The philosophy of...
Dana Montessori Preschool
34052 Violet Lantern St, Dana Point, CA
The Dana Montessori Preschool offers childcare for two to five year old children in Dana Point, California. Their facilities provide an age and developmentally appropriate environment for social, physical, and cognitive growth in which each child has opportunities to learn, grow and succeed. Dana...
Monarch Bay Montessori Academy
32920 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA
Located in Dana Point, California, Monarch Bay Montessori Academy is a learning facility that provides early childhood education since 2003. It accepts children ages two and a half up to twelve years old. The Academy offers both full-time and part-time programs to meet the needs of different...
St. Edward the Confessor Parish Preschool
33866 Calle La Primavera, Dana Point, CA
Saint Edward the Confessor Parish Preschool provides quality early childhood Catholic education in Dana Point, California. The school offers a developmental preschool program that allows children to learn, grow and develop social and emotional skills. Highly qualified staff guide and encourage...
South Shores Kids
32712 Crown Valley Pkwy, Dana Point, CA
South Shores Kids is an educational facility of the South Shores Church located in Dana Point, California. It was established to provide quality Christian education for the children living in the surrounding communities. It offers early childhood education program, which is designed to meet the...
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Little Big Preschool in Aliso Viejo in Orange County, CA seeks to provide affordable and quality childcare for children between the ages of 2-6. We are a school that cares about children’s physical, cognitive, and social emotional development. The teachers of this program strive to learn about the...
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"Little big preschool has been such a transformative experience for our daughter. She has grown intellectually and emotionally. She looks forward to learning and fully prepared for her next step of kindergarten. We are so grateful for little big! "
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Guidepost Montessori at Alicia
25261 Paseo De Alicia, Laguna Hills, CA
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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...
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"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.
Welcome to Capstone Montessori School, where young minds blossom and flourish! Nestled in the heart of San Clemente, our school provides a nurturing and enriching environment for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old. At Capstone, we embrace the Montessori philosophy, offering a holistic approach to...
KENSINGTON MONTESSORI OF LAGUNA NIGUEL
29702 KENSINGTON DRIVE, LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA
Kensington Montessori is a small school located in a quiet neighborhood. We take the time to get to know our children and their families and to respond to the needs of every child as s/he develops awareness of the world and readiness for learning. We know that every child is gifted and our...
Bright Childcare
29832 Hiddenwood, Laguna Niguel, CA
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...
Guidepost Montessori at Las Flores
28672 Deerpath, Rancho Santa Margarita, RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence.
From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support,...
At San Juan Montessori, our mission is to provide an exceptional, child-centered educational experience that fosters a lifelong love of learning, empowers young minds to reach their full potential, and cultivates responsible, compassionate, and globally-aware citizens. We are committed to upholding...
Gonzales Family Childcare
2958 Calle Frontera, San Clemente, CA
I'm a licensed daycare provider. I provide full-time care. I provide all meals and snacks. I have infant/ toddler child development background. I'm highly experienced in providing excellent care for children.
I have been licensed for 24years, I have references if needed. I currently have space for...
We are a non-profit, faith based preschool serving families in South Orange County. We believe each child is a gift from God. Children are individuals with spiritual, physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs that need to be met with developmental and academic curriculum in a safe and...
Kiddie Academy of Mission Viejo
25521 Muirlands Boulevard, MISSION VIEJO, 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...
Guidepost Montessori Alicia
25261 Paseo De Alicia, LAGUNA HILLS, CA
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence.
From toilet independence as a toddler to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support, intentional hands-on learning materials, and the freedom...
0204 - Childtime of Laguna Niguel
24590 La Plata Drive, LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults...
Kiddieland Preschool
27101 Aliso Creek Road #154, Aliso Viejo, CA
Kiddieland Preschool established in 1994 in Aliso Viejo operates Monday through Friday. We welcome children between the ages of 18 months through 6 years old.
Our wonderful thematic program is exciting and fun for our children. We also have an extremely interactive circle time when our children...
Pari's Daycare
26240 Summerhill Ln, Laguna Hills, CA
QUALITY CARE: NOT MORE THAN 4 KIDS AT A TIME.
HOURS: 6AM-6PM
FULLTIME,
WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS.
Dear Parents,
My name is Pari and I am a Licensed child care provider. I am First-Aid and CPR certified. I have also been Live Scan fingerprinted and background checked.
I speak fluent Farsi, Spanish and...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Dana Point, CA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Dana Point, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Dana Point, CA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Dana Point, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Dana Point, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Dana Point, CA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Dana Point, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Dana Point, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Dana Point, CA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Dana Point, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.