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La Habra childcare guide

Best daycare and preschools in La Habra

Parents searching for daycare and preschool in La Habra usually compare schedule flexibility, program philosophy, and tuition. This page combines 34 local listings, average tuition benchmarks, and parent decision advice so families can move from research to shortlist faster.

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34 providers in La Habra

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CITY OF LA HABRA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

La Habra, 90631

5.0(5 reviews)
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Hours7:45AM-11:00AM
Ages2-5 years
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
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LA HABRA HERITAGE SCHOOL

La Habra, 90631

4.6(7 reviews)
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Hours6:30AM - 6:00PM
Ages2 YEARS- 6 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
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CREATIVE LITTLE RASCALS

La Habra, 90631

5.0(2 reviews)
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HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages2 YEARS- 6 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
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Preschool
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CITY OF LA HABRA

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages5 years - 5 years
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
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DREAM-I EDUCATION CENTER

La Habra, 90631

5.0(3 reviews)
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Hours7:00AM-7:00PM
Ages2 YEARS- 5 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
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CITY OF LA HABRA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS/CLAIRE

La Habra, 90631

5.0(5 reviews)
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Hours1:30 PM-6:00 PM
Ages14 years - 14 years
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed school-age care
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ESTRADA, BEATRIZ

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed family child care home
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A KIDS PLACE

La Habra, 90631

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Hours6:30AM-6:00PM
Ages6 years - 6 years
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
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OPTIONS SURROUND CARE-MACY

La Habra, 90631

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Hours6:30 AM-8:30 AM
Ages4.9 YEARS- 12 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
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LA HABRA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH WEEKDAY NURSERY

La Habra, 90631

4.9(9 reviews)
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HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages2 YEARS- 6 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
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CITY OF LA HABRA PRESCHOOL

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages6 years - 6 years
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
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LA HABRA PRESBYTERIAN PRE SCHOOL

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages2.5 YEARS- 6 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
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BENAVIDES, GENNY

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
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CAUDILLO, STACEY

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
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ESCALANTE, ELSY

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
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QUEZADA, LINDA

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
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VILLASENOR, LOURDES

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
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L'HERITAGE FRANCAIS

La Habra, 90631

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Hours8:00AM-3:00PM
Ages5 years - 5 years
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
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OPTIONS SURROUND CARE-OLITA

La Habra, 90631

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Hours6:30AM- 8:30AM
Ages4.9 YRS- 12 YRS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed school-age care
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EMANUEL LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages2 YEARS- 6 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
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LOWELL JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT PRESCHOOL-MACY

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages2 YEARS- 5 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
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LOWELL JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT PRESCHOOL-OLITA

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages5 years - 5 years
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
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CASTANEDA, PETRA

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
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CERVANTES HUEZO, MARTA

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
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CONDON, KELLY

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
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PENALBA, MIRIAM & MELO, VALENTINA

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
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PEREZ, JENNY

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
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CERDA, YOLANDA

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
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CHANDRASEKARAM, MARY

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
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COTA, LAURA

La Habra, 90631

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AgesInfant to school-age
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ESCALANTE, GENESIS

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
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FINDLING, MELBA

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
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SANCHEZ-SALAS, LORETTA

La Habra, 90631

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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
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LA HABRA MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL

La Habra, 90631

4.6(10 reviews)
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HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesMixed ages
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
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Provider comparison

Compare daycare and preschool tuition in La Habra

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 La Habra

These notes highlight the practical details families usually compare before they book tours.

LA HABRA HERITAGE SCHOOL

LA HABRA HERITAGE 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.

CITY OF LA HABRA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

CITY OF LA HABRA 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.

DREAM-I EDUCATION CENTER

DREAM-I EDUCATION 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.

CITY OF LA HABRA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS/CLAIRE

CITY OF LA HABRA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS/CLAIRE 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.

A KIDS PLACE

A KIDS PLACE is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.

OPTIONS SURROUND CARE-MACY

OPTIONS SURROUND CARE-MACY 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.

L'HERITAGE FRANCAIS

L'HERITAGE FRANCAIS is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.

OPTIONS SURROUND CARE-OLITA

OPTIONS SURROUND CARE-OLITA 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.

CREATIVE LITTLE RASCALS

CREATIVE LITTLE RASCALS is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.

CITY OF LA HABRA

CITY OF LA HABRA is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.

LA HABRA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH WEEKDAY NURSERY

LA HABRA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH WEEKDAY NURSERY is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.

CITY OF LA HABRA PRESCHOOL

CITY OF LA HABRA 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.

LA HABRA PRESBYTERIAN PRE SCHOOL

LA HABRA PRESBYTERIAN 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.

EMANUEL LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL

EMANUEL LUTHERAN 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.

LOWELL JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT PRESCHOOL-MACY

LOWELL JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT PRESCHOOL-MACY is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.

LOWELL JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT PRESCHOOL-OLITA

LOWELL JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT PRESCHOOL-OLITA is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.

LA HABRA MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL

LA HABRA MONTESSORI 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.

ESTRADA, BEATRIZ

ESTRADA, BEATRIZ 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.

BENAVIDES, GENNY

BENAVIDES, GENNY 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.

CAUDILLO, STACEY

CAUDILLO, STACEY 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.

ESCALANTE, ELSY

ESCALANTE, ELSY 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.

QUEZADA, LINDA

QUEZADA, LINDA 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.

VILLASENOR, LOURDES

VILLASENOR, LOURDES 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.

CASTANEDA, PETRA

CASTANEDA, PETRA 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.

CERVANTES HUEZO, MARTA

CERVANTES HUEZO, MARTA 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.

CONDON, KELLY

CONDON, KELLY 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.

PENALBA, MIRIAM & MELO, VALENTINA

PENALBA, MIRIAM & MELO, VALENTINA 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, JENNY

PEREZ, JENNY 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.

CERDA, YOLANDA

CERDA, 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.

CHANDRASEKARAM, MARY

CHANDRASEKARAM, MARY 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.

COTA, LAURA

COTA, LAURA 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.

ESCALANTE, GENESIS

ESCALANTE, GENESIS 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.

FINDLING, MELBA

FINDLING, MELBA 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.

SANCHEZ-SALAS, LORETTA

SANCHEZ-SALAS, LORETTA 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 La Habra 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.

La Habra monthly tuition snapshot

Families here often see monthly tuition around $1,260 to $1,540, compared with a county-wide average of $1,381 to $1,713. Based on 34 licensed providers in La Habra tracked via CDSS records.

Budget-friendly city

La Habra 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 La Habra

These are some of the most common questions families ask when narrowing options in this city.

How much does preschool cost in La Habra?

Families in La Habra typically see preschool tuition around $1260 per month, based on 34 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 La Habra?

Average infant daycare tuition in La Habra is approximately $1540 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 La Habra?

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 La Habra?

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 La Habra?

Waitlists in La Habra 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 La Habra?

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 La Habra?

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.

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