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Childrens House Preschool

Childrens House Preschool

Children's House, The is a child care center in ORANGE, California. Care is offered for up... Read More

4.0- 6 Reviews
ORANGE, CA 92865
Up to 23 months
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Center
Garden Grove Unified School District/Russell

Garden Grove Unified School District/Russell

Garden Grove Unified School District/Russell is a child care center in SANTA ANA, Californ... Read More

SANTA ANA, CA 92704
2 years - 5 years
8:00am - 2:20pm
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Center, Bilingual
Kiddie Academy of Orange

Kiddie Academy of Orange

Comprehensive educational child care center offering programs for infants through kinderga... Read More

3.6- 19 Reviews
Orange, CA 928674804
2 months - 2 years
Mon-Fri, 6:30am - 6:30pm
$2,383/month
Center, STEM
The Goddard School of San Clemente

The Goddard School of San Clemente

The Goddard School offers comprehensive early childhood education in a nurturing environme... Read More

4.6- 23 Reviews
SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673
Up to 23 months
Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 5:30pm
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Center, Play based
CAPSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL

CAPSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL

Capstone Montessori School is a child care center in SAN CLEMENTE, California. Care is off... Read More

SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673
Up to 5 years
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Center, Montessori
Bright Horizons at San Clemente

Bright Horizons at San Clemente

A daycare and preschool center offering educational programs for infants through transitio... Read More

5.0- 18 Reviews
SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 5:00pm
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Center, Reggio Emilia
Tampopo Bilingual Christian Children Center Santa Ana

Tampopo Bilingual Christian Children Center Santa Ana

Tampopo Bilingual Children Center is a child care center in SANTA ANA, California. Care is... Read More

5.0- 10 Reviews
SANTA ANA, CA 92706
2 years - 5 years
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Center, Bilingual
Gumdrop Kids

Gumdrop Kids

Gumdrop Kids is a home based child care provider in CORONA, California. Care is offered fo... Read More

CORONA, CA 92883
Up to 5 years
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Home based, Play based
TAFT PRESCHOOL

TAFT PRESCHOOL

Taft Preschool is a child care center in ORANGE, California. Care is offered for up to 24 ... Read More

ORANGE, CA 92865
2 years - 6 years
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Center
Childtime of Orange

Childtime of Orange

Childtime offers full-day childcare and educational programs for infants through pre-kinde... Read More

5.0- 38 Reviews
ORANGE, CA 92867
Up to 23 months
Mon-Sat/Sun, 7:00am - 6:00pm
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Center, Reggio Emilia
St. Norbert Catholic School Children's Center

St. Norbert Catholic School Children's Center

St. Norbert Catholic School offers a faith-based educational environment for students from... Read More

ORANGE, CA 92865
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 6:00pm
$1,170/month
Center, Academic, Religion based
Community Christian Preschool

Community Christian Preschool

Cornerstone Christian Preschool is a child care center in FOUNTAIN VALLEY, California. Car... Read More

5.0- 4 Reviews
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
5 years - 14 years
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Center, Religion based

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Frequently asked questions about Lake Forest daycares

How much does daycare cost in Lake Forest, CA?

Daycare prices in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest and filter by budget to find an option that fits your family.

How can I choose the right daycare in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest?

Some providers offer part-time daycare and drop-in daycare for same-day needs. UrbanSitter helps you see which Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest 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.