Bright Headstart
KIDDIE ACADEMY OF BUENA PARK
Buena Park, 90621
Data based on 59 licensed providers sourced from the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Community Care Licensing Division and verified provider websites.
Buena Park childcare guide
Best daycare and preschools in Buena Park
Parents searching for daycare and preschool in Buena Park usually compare schedule flexibility, program philosophy, and tuition. This page combines 59 local listings, average tuition benchmarks, and parent decision advice so families can move from research to shortlist faster.
Public licensing data, provider-owned sites, and local tuition context in one place.
Listings
59 providers in Buena Park
Start with the most complete profiles, then narrow by tuition, program type, or schedule fit.
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KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
Buena Park, 90621
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JESUS' HANDS PRESCHOOL
Buena Park, 90621
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BUENA PARK EARLY HEAD START
Buena Park, 90621
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CHILDREN OF LIGHT SCHOOL
Buena Park, 90621
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CRESCENT EARLY HEAD START
Buena Park, 90620
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CENTRALIA HEAD START
Buena Park, 90620
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GONGORA VALENCIA, MARIA DEL MAR
Buena Park, 90621
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PEREZ, ANGELLUZ
Buena Park, 90621
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DREAM-I IN BUENA PARK
Buena Park, 90621
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SUNNY DAY MONTESSORI ACADEMY
Buena Park, 90620
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RIOS, BELINA
Buena Park, 90621
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ROJAS, MARILU
Buena Park, 90620
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CRESCENT HEAD START
Buena Park, 90620
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CARL E. GILBERT PRESCHOOL
Buena Park, 90620
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ILOVE CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL
Buena Park, 90621
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CATALYST KIDS-KNOTT
Buena Park, 90620
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CENTRALIA STATE PRESCHOOL AT SAN MARINO
Buena Park, 90620
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COTA, YOLANDA
Buena Park, 90621
Bright Headstart
MADRID, SHERI
Buena Park, 90621
Bright Headstart
PARK, MINAM
Buena Park, 90620
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PERERA, WEERA
Buena Park, 90620
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BUENA PARK LEARNING CENTER PRESCHOOL
Buena Park, 90621
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CENTRALIA -STATE PRESCHOOL AT (DYSINGER)
Buena Park, 90620
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CHARLES G. EMERY PRESCHOOL
Buena Park, 90621
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JAMES A. WHITAKER PRESCHOOL
Buena Park, 90621
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MABEL L. PENDLETON PRESCHOOL
Buena Park, 90621
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BRIGHT LEARNERS ACADEMY-HOLDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Buena Park, 90620
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CENTRALIA-STATE PRESCHOOL AT (RAYMOND TEMPLE)
Buena Park, 90620
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KWON, YONG JIN
Buena Park, 90620
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SCOTT, LYNN
Buena Park, 90620
Bright Headstart
SHIPP, SHONNIE
Buena Park, 90620
Bright Headstart
TAK, SEYE
Buena Park, 90620
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BUENA PARK HEAD START
Buena Park, 90621
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SUNNY HILLS
Buena Park, 90621
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BUENA PARK LOVELY PRESCHOOL
Buena Park, 90620
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ARTHUR F. COREY PRESCHOOL
Buena Park, 90620
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EVERGREEN PRESCHOOL
Buena Park, 90621
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FOMENKO, CYNTHIA
Buena Park, 90620
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LEE, SORA
Buena Park, 90621
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LEE, YEUN HEE
Buena Park, 90621
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MERCADO, MARIA
Buena Park, 90620
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RAJAPAKSHA, CHAMILA
Buena Park, 90620
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SONG, EUNJA
Buena Park, 90620
Bright Headstart
SUN, GEEAE
Buena Park, 90621
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URBINA, JESSIE & IRELI
Buena Park, 90620
Bright Headstart
SUNNY DAY LEARNING CENTER
Buena Park, 90621
Bright Headstart
CESD-STATE PRESCHOOL (WK)
Buena Park, 92807
Bright Headstart
E-PLEX PRESCHOOL
Buena Park, 90621
Bright Headstart
PRIMUS STUDENT ACADEMY
Buena Park, 90621
Bright Headstart
KHALIL, ROZY
Buena Park, 90620
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LEE, JIN
Buena Park, 90620
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LEE, KYUNG AE
Buena Park, 90621
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SANTANA, MAYRA & BUITRAGO, YOSEPH
Buena Park, 90620
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SUH, OLIVIA
Buena Park, 90620
Bright Headstart
LIMAI MONTESSORI ACADEMY
Buena Park, 90621
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DASANAYAKA, WASANTHI
Buena Park, 90620
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SUNNY HILLS PRESCHOOL
Buena Park, 90621
Bright Headstart
BRIGHT LEARNERS-HOLDER
Buena Park, 90620
Provider comparison
Compare daycare and preschool tuition in Buena Park
Side-by-side comparison of 10 providers sorted by monthly tuition, sourced from CDSS licensing data and verified provider websites.
Comparisons
How families compare schools in Buena Park
These notes highlight the practical details families usually compare before they book tours.
BUENA PARK EARLY HEAD START
BUENA PARK EARLY HEAD START is best for families who value licensed infant center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CRESCENT EARLY HEAD START
CRESCENT EARLY HEAD START is best for families who value licensed infant center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
DREAM-I IN BUENA PARK
DREAM-I IN BUENA PARK is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CENTRALIA HEAD START
CENTRALIA HEAD START is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
KIDDIE ACADEMY OF BUENA PARK
KIDDIE ACADEMY OF BUENA PARK is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CHILDREN OF LIGHT SCHOOL
CHILDREN OF LIGHT SCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, outdoor play access, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CRESCENT HEAD START
CRESCENT HEAD START is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CARL E. GILBERT PRESCHOOL
CARL E. GILBERT PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
ILOVE CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL
ILOVE CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
BUENA PARK LEARNING CENTER PRESCHOOL
BUENA PARK LEARNING CENTER PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CENTRALIA -STATE PRESCHOOL AT (DYSINGER)
CENTRALIA -STATE PRESCHOOL AT (DYSINGER) is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CHARLES G. EMERY PRESCHOOL
CHARLES G. EMERY PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
JAMES A. WHITAKER PRESCHOOL
JAMES A. WHITAKER PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
MABEL L. PENDLETON PRESCHOOL
MABEL L. PENDLETON PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
BUENA PARK HEAD START
BUENA PARK HEAD START is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
SUNNY DAY LEARNING CENTER
SUNNY DAY LEARNING CENTER is best for families who value licensed child care center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CESD-STATE PRESCHOOL (WK)
CESD-STATE PRESCHOOL (WK) is best for families who value licensed child care center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
E-PLEX PRESCHOOL
E-PLEX PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed child care center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
PRIMUS STUDENT ACADEMY
PRIMUS STUDENT ACADEMY is best for families who value licensed child care center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
JESUS' HANDS PRESCHOOL
JESUS' HANDS PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CATALYST KIDS-KNOTT
CATALYST KIDS-KNOTT is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CENTRALIA STATE PRESCHOOL AT SAN MARINO
CENTRALIA STATE PRESCHOOL AT SAN MARINO is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
SUNNY DAY MONTESSORI ACADEMY
SUNNY DAY MONTESSORI ACADEMY is best for families who value licensed child care center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
BRIGHT LEARNERS ACADEMY-HOLDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
BRIGHT LEARNERS ACADEMY-HOLDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CENTRALIA-STATE PRESCHOOL AT (RAYMOND TEMPLE)
CENTRALIA-STATE PRESCHOOL AT (RAYMOND TEMPLE) is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
SUNNY HILLS
SUNNY HILLS is best for families who value licensed school-age care learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
BUENA PARK LOVELY PRESCHOOL
BUENA PARK LOVELY PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
ARTHUR F. COREY PRESCHOOL
ARTHUR F. COREY PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
EVERGREEN PRESCHOOL
EVERGREEN PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
LIMAI MONTESSORI ACADEMY
LIMAI MONTESSORI ACADEMY is best for families who value licensed child care center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
COTA, YOLANDA
COTA, YOLANDA is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
SUNNY HILLS PRESCHOOL
SUNNY HILLS PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed child care center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
BRIGHT LEARNERS-HOLDER
BRIGHT LEARNERS-HOLDER is best for families who value licensed child care center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
GONGORA VALENCIA, MARIA DEL MAR
GONGORA VALENCIA, MARIA DEL MAR is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
MADRID, SHERI
MADRID, SHERI is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
PARK, MINAM
PARK, MINAM is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
PERERA, WEERA
PERERA, WEERA is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
PEREZ, ANGELLUZ
PEREZ, ANGELLUZ is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
RIOS, BELINA
RIOS, BELINA is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
ROJAS, MARILU
ROJAS, MARILU is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
KWON, YONG JIN
KWON, YONG JIN is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
SCOTT, LYNN
SCOTT, LYNN is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
SHIPP, SHONNIE
SHIPP, SHONNIE is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
TAK, SEYE
TAK, SEYE is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
FOMENKO, CYNTHIA
FOMENKO, CYNTHIA is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
LEE, SORA
LEE, SORA is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
LEE, YEUN HEE
LEE, YEUN HEE is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
MERCADO, MARIA
MERCADO, MARIA is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
RAJAPAKSHA, CHAMILA
RAJAPAKSHA, CHAMILA is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
SONG, EUNJA
SONG, EUNJA is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
SUN, GEEAE
SUN, GEEAE is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
URBINA, JESSIE & IRELI
URBINA, JESSIE & IRELI is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
KHALIL, ROZY
KHALIL, ROZY is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
LEE, JIN
LEE, JIN is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
LEE, KYUNG AE
LEE, KYUNG AE is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
SANTANA, MAYRA & BUITRAGO, YOSEPH
SANTANA, MAYRA & BUITRAGO, YOSEPH is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
SUH, OLIVIA
SUH, OLIVIA is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
DASANAYAKA, WASANTHI
DASANAYAKA, WASANTHI is best for families who value licensed family child care home learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
Budget context
How Buena Park compares on tuition
This helps families understand whether this city feels lower-cost, middle-of-the-pack, or more premium before they open lots of school profiles.
Buena Park monthly tuition snapshot
Families here often see monthly tuition around $1,280 to $1,560, compared with a county-wide average of $1,381 to $1,713. Based on 59 licensed providers in Buena Park tracked via CDSS records.
Budget-friendly city
Buena Park currently reads as a budget-friendly market based on the tuition ranges we can compare across Orange County.
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FAQ
Parent questions about childcare in Buena Park
These are some of the most common questions families ask when narrowing options in this city.
How much does preschool cost in Buena Park?
Families in Buena Park typically see preschool tuition around $1280 per month, based on 59 licensed providers tracked by Bright Headstart. Premium or specialized programs such as Montessori and language immersion may run higher.
How much does infant daycare cost in Buena Park?
Average infant daycare tuition in Buena Park is approximately $1560 per month. Infant care is generally 15-25% more expensive than preschool-age care due to lower required caregiver-to-child ratios.
What should parents compare when choosing daycare in Buena Park?
Focus on five factors: caregiver-to-child ratios, licensing inspection history (available on CDSS), tuition transparency, schedule flexibility including drop-off and pickup windows, and teaching philosophy such as play-based, Montessori, or academic.
What age do children start preschool in Buena Park?
Most preschool programs in Orange County accept children starting at age 2.5 to 3 years old. Some programs offer toddler rooms starting at 18 months. Infant daycare programs typically begin at 6 weeks to 6 months depending on the facility license.
How long are daycare waitlists in Buena Park?
Waitlists in Buena Park vary by program popularity and time of year. Popular Montessori and language-immersion programs may have waitlists of 3-6 months. Starting your search 4-6 months before your desired enrollment date is recommended.
Are there subsidized childcare options in Buena Park?
Yes. Orange County families may qualify for subsidized care through California's Alternative Payment Program, Head Start, or state-funded preschool (CSPP). Eligibility is based on household income and family size. Contact the Orange County Child Care Coordination office at 714-543-2273 for details.
What is the difference between daycare and preschool in Buena Park?
Daycare typically refers to full-day care programs (often 7 AM to 6 PM) focused on supervision and development for infants through school age. Preschool programs emphasize structured early education curricula for children ages 2.5 to 5, and may operate on part-day or full-day schedules.
Parent guides
Guides for Buena Park families
Read these before you tour. They cover cost, licensing, and what to ask.
Best Preschools in Buena Park, CA (2026 Guide)
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