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ALASHQAR, NOUF

ALASHQAR, NOUF

Alashqar, Nouf is a home based child care provider in FOOTHILL RANCH, California. Care is ... Read More

FOOTHILL RANCH, CA 92610
Up to 5 years
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Home based, Play based
BLAZEK, LEANNE

BLAZEK, LEANNE

Blazek, Leanne is a home based child care provider in FOOTHILL RANCH, California. Care is ... Read More

FOOTHILL RANCH, CA 92610
Up to 5 years
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Home based, Play based
CHO, SARAH Y

CHO, SARAH Y

Cho, Sarah Y is a home based child care provider in FOOTHILL RANCH, California. Care is of... Read More

FOOTHILL RANCH, CA 92610
Up to 5 years
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Home based
Country Village Pre-School

Country Village Pre-School

Country Village Preschool Foothill Ranch is a child care center in FOOTHILL RANCH, Califor... Read More

4.2- 5 Reviews
FOOTHILL RANCH, CA 92610
Up to 23 months
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Center
Great Foundations Montessori-Tustin

Great Foundations Montessori-Tustin

Welcome to Montessori of Tustin, CA! We offer an authentic Montessori environment as well ... Read More

TUSTIN, CA 92782
Up to 23 months
Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 6:00pm
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Center, Montessori
Nmusd Paularino Preschool

Nmusd Paularino Preschool

Newport-Mesa Unified School District offers two preschool programs: a free State Preschool... Read More

COSTA MESA, CA 92626
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 8:00am - 2:45pm
$1,200/month
Center, Play based
Sausd/Taft Elementary

Sausd/Taft Elementary

Sausd/Taft Elementary is a child care center in SANTA ANA, California. Care is offered for... Read More

SANTA ANA, CA 92707
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Sat/Sun
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Center, STEAM
YMCA Child Care Tijeras Creek

YMCA Child Care Tijeras Creek

Saddleback Valley YMCA-Tijeras Creek is a child care center in RCHO STA MARG, California.... Read More

5.0- 1 Review
RCHO STA MARG, CA 92688
5 years - 14 years
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Center
INT'L CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF COSTA MESA

INT'L CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF COSTA MESA

Int'l Christian Montessori Academy Of Costa Mesa is a child care center in COSTA MESA, Cal... Read More

COSTA MESA, CA 92626
Up to 23 months
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Center, Montessori, Religion based
Cal Elite

Cal Elite

Cal Elite Kids-Preschool Academy is a child care center in RANCHO STA MARGARITA, Californi... Read More

4.4- 63 Reviews
RANCHO STA MARGARITA, CA 92688
2 years - 5 years
9:00am - 5:00pm
$333-417/month
Center
The Gratitude Garden Preschool

The Gratitude Garden Preschool

The Gratitude Garden Preschool offers innovative early childhood education emphasizing STE... Read More

5.0- 15 Reviews
SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Sat/Sun, 8:30am - 1:00pm
$300/month
Center, STEM
Harbor Trinity Preschool

Harbor Trinity Preschool

A Christian preschool offering comprehensive early childhood education with a Christ-cente... Read More

4.3- 12 Reviews
COSTA MESA, CA 92626
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 8:30am - 5:30pm
$100-599/month
Center, Academic

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Frequently asked questions about Laguna Beach daycares

How much does daycare cost in Laguna Beach, CA?

Daycare prices in Laguna Beach vary by your child's age, the type of program, and the neighborhood. Infant daycare typically costs more than toddler or preschool programs. On UrbanSitter, you can compare pricing for daycares in Laguna Beach and filter by budget to find an option that fits your family.

How can I choose the right daycare in Laguna Beach, CA?

Start by touring locations, checking licensing information, and reviewing each program's approach to care. It also helps to bring a list of daycare interview questions to guide your visit. UrbanSitter lets you compare options side by side, see which daycares have open spots, and join waitlists for programs you love.

Do daycares offer part-time or drop-in care in Laguna Beach?

Some providers offer part-time daycare and drop-in daycare for same-day needs. UrbanSitter helps you see which Laguna Beach daycares offer part-time care and which locations support drop-in options so you can find a match for your schedule.

What's the difference between daycare and preschool?

Daycare programs typically support infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children with full- or part-time schedules. Preschool programs usually have a more structured, education-focused curriculum. You can learn more in our guide, Is preschool the same as daycare?

Are daycare expenses tax deductible?

Daycare itself isn't deductible, but many Laguna Beach families qualify for the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit or a Dependent Care FSA. These programs can help lower the cost of care. Learn more in our guide to daycare tax benefits.

What age is best to start daycare?

Families start daycare at different ages depending on availability, budget, and personal preference. Experts generally recommend choosing the age that aligns with your child's developmental needs. Explore common starting ages in our guide on the best and worst ages to start daycare.