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Busy Lil Bees Preschool & Daycare
5.0
I feel so lucky to have found Busy lil bees daycare/preschool for my son, who is 2 yrs old. The transition to a new daycare for me was a bit overwhelming but Sheila made every effort to make sure it went smoothly. She was great at keeping my son's normal daily schedule as close as possible while he...
- Megan T.
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
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 Lake Forest, CA
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.
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 son loves Ms B and this school. He has gone from a shy 3 year old to a confident 5 year old. Ms B has cultivated this in him and has taught him so many things that he is now more than prepared for kindergarten. He will be sad to leave Ms B's school as he...
James
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
Stratford School Laguna Niguel
29028 Aloma Avenue, LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA
Welcome to Stratford School Laguna Niguel Campus
Formerly McDowell School, Stratford Private Preschool & Elementary in Laguna Niguel is committed to providing quality education and care to children in the Laguna Beach, Dana Point, Mission Viejo, Aliso Viejo, and other Orange County...
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...
6284 - Everbrook Academy of Rancho Santa Margarita
30722 Richard Reese Way, RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA
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,...
LePort Montessori (Irvine Woodbridge)
26 Lake Road, 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...
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...
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,...
Edgewood Academy – Where there is a Love for Learning!
Preschool – Pre-Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Edgewood PrePrimary Academy has a 65 year history of local teaching. We proudly offer education for children, aged 2½ through kindergarten.
Each child comes to us with a natural curiosity and...
LePort Montessori (Irvine Spectrum North Campus)
1 Technology Drive Bldg. A, IRVINE, CA
Montessori school offering programs from infancy through 8th grade. 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
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...
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...
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...
Pillars Academy
23581 Madero STE 104, Mission Viejo, CA
Our Infant Program started in 2018 and is NAEYC Accredited. Our school's philosophy is based on the "Developmental Approach:" teaching skills appropriate for the developmental age of each individual child.
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...
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...
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...
0206 - Childtime of Irvine
4876 Irvine Center Drive, IRVINE, 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...
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...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Lake Forest, CA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Lake Forest, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Lake Forest, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Lake Forest, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for Lake Forest, CA preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Preschools in Lake Forest, CA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.