KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
Fountain Valley, 92708
Data based on 20 licensed providers sourced from the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Community Care Licensing Division and verified provider websites.
Fountain Valley childcare guide
Parents searching for daycare and preschool in Fountain Valley usually compare schedule flexibility, program philosophy, and tuition. This page combines 20 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
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Fountain Valley, 92708
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Fountain Valley, 92708
Fountain Valley, 92708
Fountain Valley, 92708
Fountain Valley, 92708
Fountain Valley, 92708
Fountain Valley, 92708
Fountain Valley, 92708
Fountain Valley, 92708
Fountain Valley, 92708
Fountain Valley, 92708
Fountain Valley, 92708
Provider comparison
Side-by-side comparison of 10 providers sorted by monthly tuition, sourced from CDSS licensing data and verified provider websites.
Comparisons
These notes highlight the practical details families usually compare before they book tours.
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.
LEARNING CTR.C.D. P.S./ BOYS & GIRLS OF H.V. is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
TAMURA CDC PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, outdoor play access, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
FOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT-PLAVAN 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.
HUNTINGTON VALLEY PRE-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.
HILLTOP NURSERY 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.
LEARNING CTR. C.D. P.S./ BOYS & GIRLS OF H.V. is best for families who value licensed infant center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
SLATER MONTESSORI ACADEMY is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
KING OF GLORY LUTHERAN CHURCH & PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed infant center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN 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.
SHORELINE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, outdoor play access, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
WAVE AT BEACHPOINT PRESCHOOL &SCHOOL-AGE CARE, THE is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
KING OF GLORY LUTHERAN CHURCH is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, outdoor play access, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
DE LA TORRE, MINA 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.
PRESCHOOL AT THE FOUNT is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
FOUNTAIN VALLEY MONTESSORI 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.
COURREGES CHILD DEVELOPMENT 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.
AGUILAR, NORA B. 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.
MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL OF ORANGE COUNTY 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.
PENDING FCCH APPLICATION (PLACEHOLDER) 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.
Budget context
This helps families understand whether this city feels lower-cost, middle-of-the-pack, or more premium before they open lots of school profiles.
Families here often see monthly tuition around $1,315 to $1,610, compared with a county-wide average of $1,381 to $1,713. Based on 20 licensed providers in Fountain Valley tracked via CDSS records.
Fountain Valley currently reads as a budget-friendly market based on the tuition ranges we can compare across Orange County.
Compare Orange County tuitionFamilies often also compare Costa Mesa, Anaheim, Santa Ana when they want to widen the search.
FAQ
These are some of the most common questions families ask when narrowing options in this city.
Families in Fountain Valley typically see preschool tuition around $1315 per month, based on 20 licensed providers tracked by Bright Headstart. Premium or specialized programs such as Montessori and language immersion may run higher.
Average infant daycare tuition in Fountain Valley is approximately $1610 per month. Infant care is generally 15-25% more expensive than preschool-age care due to lower required caregiver-to-child ratios.
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.
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.
Waitlists in Fountain Valley 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.
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.
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
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