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LITTLE THINKERS MONTESSORI ACADEMY
4.0
We have two children that attend. We love that it is multilingual. Our four year old was singing in Spanish this morning. They have a great core group of teachers that have been there a very long time. They are great.
- Bill G.
Pomegranate Lake Forest Preschool
5.0
I am absolutely thrilled with the experience my child has had at Pomegranate School!
My child has been going here about two years now. She loves Ms. Theresa and Ms. Elona and wants to go to school even on the weekend!
It is very warm and welcoming. The staff are dedicated to providing a...
- Perry E.
Mind Builder At The Hills
5.0
Where do I start?
Mind Builder at Laguna Hills is absolutely amazing! All three of my children have gone to this home daycare. My oldest is 7 years old and she started at Mind Builder when she was one. My youngest is 8 months old and he is currently enrolled. Dia and Elsie are quite the duo. They...
- Angela J
Nobis Preschool - Dana Point
4.0
The teachers are really great with the kids. The program is great in getting the kids to interact with each other. They are always very accommodating to the parents and very transparent to parents. They are very sweet and give the kids what each kid needs.
The only reason I gave them a 4 is...
- Aria D.
Gonzales Family Childcare
5.0
Choosing Miss Natalie was one of the best decisions we’ve made for our family. We have been with her for the past 4 years and its bittersweet to almost have our time end as our daughter moves onto TK this fall. I cannot say enough wonderful things about Miss Natalie! From the moment we stepped...
- Care member
Preschools in Ladera Ranch, CA
Poppy Community Preschool
26 Wood Barn, Ladera Ranch, CA
Mission Statement: Inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, Poppy Community Preschool partners with children, families, and the Ladera Ranch and surrounding communities to provide an inquiry-based education for young learners. Teachers and children co-construct their learning experience through...
Larissa Family Child Care
15 Sklar St, Ladera Ranch, CA
Thanks for visiting!
We hope you can find everything you need. Larissa Tobar Family Child Care is focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - we will do everything we can to meet your expectations and the child needs.
With a variety of offerings to choose from, we're sure...
LITTLE THINKERS MONTESSORI ACADEMY
34240 CAMINO CAPISTRANO, CAPISTRANO BEACH, CA
4.8
(4)
Little Thinkers Montessori Academy is a nurturing and innovative Montessori Preschool committed to fostering the holistic development of young minds. Situated in a serene and stimulating environment, our academy embraces the principles of Maria Montessori, providing children with an enriching...
5.0
"I trust my only child with them. I am pregnant with my second and they will also attend Little Thinkers. They are like an extended family to us. SO grateful for laid back environment. Safety and care are #1. With the open environment my child is thriving. Meeting...
Emily N.
5.0
(2)
Welcome to our Montessori-Reggio inspired preschool, a nurturing and innovative educational environment located in the heart of Lake Forest, CA. Our preschool operates from a beautifully designed home, meticulously tailored to meet the needs of our young learners.
At our preschool, we blend the...
5.0
"I am absolutely thrilled with the experience my child has had at Pomegranate School!
My child has been going here about two years now. She loves Ms. Theresa and Ms. Elona and wants to go to school even on the weekend!
It is very warm and welcoming. The staff...
Perry E.
Mind Builder At The Hills
25052 Mawson Drive, Laguna Hills, CA
5.0
(5)
I am a passionate professional licensed LVN, experienced with pediatrics, who decided to take care of your children at my home to give them a comfortable and safe environment!
Details are listed below.
*Services offered for children ages 3 months old to 12 years old.
*Preschool curriculum....
5.0
"I have 20 years of childcare experience. I highly recommend Mind Builder At The Hills Child Care Center. The center is clean and the staff and teacher are caring and loving. Faye Abri"
Faye A.
4.5
(2)
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...
4.0
"The teachers are really great with the kids. The program is great in getting the kids to interact with each other. They are always very accommodating to the parents and very transparent to parents. They are very sweet and give the kids what each kid needs.
The...
Aria D.
Gonzales Family Childcare
2958 Calle Frontera, San Clemente, CA
5.0
(4)
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...
5.0
"Natalie is an amazing daycare provider! She has always been there for my four daughters and me, through the years. Natalie cares for my children and other children as if they were her own. I don't think I could have left my children in safer, more caring arms.Truly...
Joleen H
Patty's Home Preschool - Laguna Hills
24572 Southhampton Ct, Laguna Hills, CA
5.0
(4)
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...
5.0
"My husband and I could not be happier with Ms. Patty and her family home daycare. The care, love and attention she shows to each one of the children is clear the moment you walk in the door. She engages them with arts and crafts, holiday activities and curriculum...
Alexanra G.
Happy Angels Haven
25291 Barents Street, Laguna Hills, CA
5.0
(20)
Happy Angels Haven, located in Laguna Hills, is just three blocks from 5 & 405 freeway, and just two easy turns to reach me on Alicia Parkway.
Parents like a quick pick-up and drop-off, and so we work tirelessly to make everything as convenient as possible.
We offer an inviting, fun-loving,...
5.0
"We are so lucky to have found a daycare as wonderful as Happy Angels Haven! Mrs. Alvi takes such good care of the kiddos, and gives them so much individual attention and teaching time. Our daughter has thrived here and learned so much. Mrs. Alvi is also very...
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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 family is so thankful for Ms. Mariam & Ms. Iris! My 2 children have been going to Ms. Mariam's daycare for the last 5 years, since they were just babies. She has taken care of them like they are her own. Both children love her and Ms. Iris and truly enjoy...
Melissa R.
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
"My son loves this daycare. He looks forward to going everyday and is so excited to see Ms Kim. My son was an extremely picky eater but since attending this daycare, he eats almost everything! Love that this daycare also provides breakfast and lunch as well as...
Gloria T.
Love And Care Daycare
24391 Avandia De La Carlota, Laguna Hills, CA
5.0
(1)
Small Licensed Family Daycare in Laguna Hills, CA providing Full-Time, M-F, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Low Ratio and High Quality Care for Infants-Toddler (6 months - 3 years).
What does my program offer?
-High quality care and welcoming environment.
-Small group to focus on individual child needs.
-Daily...
5.0
"Ms Veronica is a very dependable, caring provider and preschool teacher. Family daycare has been part of her life, she grew up in it. Veronica has learn to love and care for others through my family day care "Patty's Home Preschool" in Laguna Hills, I have been...
Patty A.
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"My son has been attending for about 6 months now. They are truly amazing, we were at a different Montessori school before and they were fine, but this school is great, there are lots to do for the kids to play and have fun, the kids are really cared for and my son...
Hailey X.
5.0
(4)
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...
5.0
"We love Little Big and Miss Sarah! My daughter has shown a lot of improvement in so many areas in the last 10 months of going here. Miss Sarah is awesome with the kids, incredibly patient and kind. This was our first child care/school experience for our daughter...
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Busy Lil Bees Preschool & Daycare
23892 Via Astorga, Mission Viejo, CA
5.0
(2)
Hello families ~
Busy Lil Bees preschool and daycare is a small licensed in-home daycare that offers a preschool program. The goal of Busy Lil Bees is to nurture the child's emotional, intellectual, social and physical development all in the comfort of a home setting.
A little bit about...
5.0
"I've taken my daughter to Busy Lil Bees daycare multiple times now. It has been a wonderful experience. Shayla is great with my daughter. She is kind, patient and involved. She has tons of different crafts and activities for the kids to do at the house as well as a...
Jillian C.
5.0
(3)
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...
5.0
"Christ Community Preschool is an amazing preschool with caring teachers and staff devoted in teaching children about the love of Jesus. The curriculum not only focuses on milestone appropriate academics, but the preschool also provides specialized programs centered...
Kristina M.
Playfuldays Childcare
25 Ericson Way, Laguna Hills, CA
5.0
(9)
* We are conveniently located in Laguna Hills, just a few minutes to the I 5 and the 73.
* My operating hours are 7:00AM to 5:30PM, Monday thru Friday.
*Specially designed, indoor play/preschool room.
* Beautiful park like setting, for outdoor play area.
* Custom made patio room, for outdoor...
5.0
"To whom it may Concern
Liz Gill began caring for my daughter, Sandra., in August 2003. I had just
pulled Sandra. out of a very bad day care situation, and needless to say, I was very
apprehensive about trying to find someone new to take care of her. As soon as...
Laurie G
Sunrise Children's Center
27371 Via Fineza, Mission Viejo, CA
5.0
(8)
Committed to providing an exciting educational program that nurtures the hearts and minds of young children. We recognize that learning is served through active participation, exploration,hands on activities and projects which help children develop feelings of confidence and purpose in themselves....
5.0
"Miss Sunny is amazing! She takes great pride in her work and dedicates her time and energy in educating our children. I have both my children attending and I love it. They love going to school as well. I'm very happy."
Lucy M
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...
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Orange Kids
117 Treehouse, Irvine, CA
5.0
(3)
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...
5.0
"Roya is honestly the best. After enrolling our son, I was impressed with how quickly she bonded with him. Every time I dropped him off, he was happy to see her and every time I picked him up, he was happy. It felt like dropping him off with a family member every...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Ladera Ranch, CA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Ladera Ranch, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Ladera Ranch, 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 Ladera Ranch, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Ladera Ranch, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Ladera Ranch, 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 Ladera Ranch, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Ladera Ranch, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Ladera Ranch, 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 Ladera Ranch, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.