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CHILDREN'S COURTYARD, THE
Mission Viejo, 92692
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Mission Viejo childcare guide
Best daycare and preschools in Mission Viejo
Parents searching for daycare and preschool in Mission Viejo usually compare schedule flexibility, program philosophy, and tuition. This page combines 56 local listings, average tuition benchmarks, and parent decision advice so families can move from research to shortlist faster.
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Listings
56 providers in Mission Viejo
Start with the most complete profiles, then narrow by tuition, program type, or schedule fit.
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KIDDIE ACADEMY OF MISSION VIEJO
Mission Viejo, 92691
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MISSION VIEJO CHRISTIAN KIDS CLUB
Mission Viejo, 92692
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PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE MASTER PRE SCHOOL
Mission Viejo, 92692
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MISSION VIEJO MONTESSORI
Mission Viejo, 92691
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KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
Mission Viejo, 92691
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HERITAGE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL
Mission Viejo, 92691
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SADDLEBACK YMCA-BATHGATE CENTER
Mission Viejo, 92691
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ROBIN HOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL
Mission Viejo, 92692
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HAPPY MINDS KIDS ACADEMY
Mission Viejo, 92691
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APPLETREE MONTESSORI
Mission Viejo, 92691
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LANGE, ROBERT H. PRESCHOOL
Mission Viejo, 92691
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SADDLEBACK COLLEGE CHILDREN'S CENTER
Mission Viejo, 92692
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DASSANAYAKE, MENIK
Mission Viejo, 92691
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MANZANO-MATHEWS, DIANA
Mission Viejo, 92691
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SHOHDY, NATALIE
Mission Viejo, 92691
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MISSION MONTESSORI
Mission Viejo, 92691
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BATHGATE ELEMENTARY
Mission Viejo, 92692
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MISSION VIEJO CHRISTIAN PRE SCHOOL
Mission Viejo, 92692
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PILLARS ACADEMY
Mission Viejo, 92691
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MARGUERITE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Mission Viejo, 92692
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ARNOSIO, MARIA BELEN
Mission Viejo, 92692
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GIETZEN, YOLANDA
Mission Viejo, 92691
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MILETICH, FIORELLA
Mission Viejo, 92691
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RABANAL, MARIA
Mission Viejo, 92692
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RAD, SAEEDEH
Mission Viejo, 92692
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SILVA, NATALIA MARCELA
Mission Viejo, 92691
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SNYDER, MILAGROS MARLENE
Mission Viejo, 92692
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TALACHIAN, BAHAREH
Mission Viejo, 92692
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LAGUNA PARENT PARTICIPATION PRESCHOOL
Mission Viejo, 92691
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VILLAGE MONTESSORI CENTER
Mission Viejo, 92691
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CAPISTRANO USD/VIEJO ELEMENTRY SCHOOL
Mission Viejo, 92691
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SADDLEBACK VALLEY YMCA-CASTILLE
Mission Viejo, 92691
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STRATFORD SCHOOL - MISSION VIEJO
Mission Viejo, 92691
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YMCA-OXFORD MISSION VIEJO
Mission Viejo, 92691
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ABDEL RAHIM GARZON, NAYIBE
Mission Viejo, 92691
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ALAEE, BAHARAK
Mission Viejo, 92692
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AMININEJAD, MARGARITA
Mission Viejo, 92692
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ORTEGA, EVELYN
Mission Viejo, 92691
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REINA, AMANDA
Mission Viejo, 92691
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SAHRAEIAN, SADAF & NAZEMSHIRAZI, LADAN
Mission Viejo, 92691
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SHATERNIK, OKSANA
Mission Viejo, 92692
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SADDLEBACK VALLEY YMCA-CARL HANKEY
Mission Viejo, 92692
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SADDLEBACK VALLEY YMCA-PHILIP REILLY
Mission Viejo, 92692
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SUNFLOWER MONTESSORI
Mission Viejo, 92692
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ISMONOVA, OLGA
Mission Viejo, 92691
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MORENO, YORLADY & LEON, ANA
Mission Viejo, 92691
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NIETO, DIANA
Mission Viejo, 92691
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TAYANI, SUNNY
Mission Viejo, 92691
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CREATIVE MINDS CHILDREN'S HOUSE
Mission Viejo, 92691
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BISHOP, ANTHONY
Mission Viejo, 92691
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SADEGHIEH, SHAHIN
Mission Viejo, 92692
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SHIRVANIFARD, ZAHRA
Mission Viejo, 92691
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WALDMAN, CINDY
Mission Viejo, 92692
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ACEVEDO SOTO, BLANCA
Mission Viejo, 92692
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HADI SICHANI, SAFOORA
Mission Viejo, 92691
Provider comparison
Compare daycare and preschool tuition in Mission Viejo
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 Mission Viejo
These notes highlight the practical details families usually compare before they book tours.
MISSION VIEJO CHRISTIAN KIDS CLUB
MISSION VIEJO CHRISTIAN KIDS CLUB 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.
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE MASTER PRE SCHOOL
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE MASTER 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.
CHILDREN'S COURTYARD, THE
CHILDREN'S COURTYARD, 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.
KIDDIE ACADEMY OF MISSION VIEJO
KIDDIE ACADEMY OF MISSION VIEJO is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, outdoor play access, 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.
SADDLEBACK YMCA-BATHGATE CENTER
SADDLEBACK YMCA-BATHGATE CENTER 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.
MISSION MONTESSORI
MISSION MONTESSORI is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
BATHGATE ELEMENTARY
BATHGATE ELEMENTARY is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
MISSION VIEJO CHRISTIAN PRE SCHOOL
MISSION VIEJO CHRISTIAN 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.
PILLARS ACADEMY
PILLARS 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.
ROBIN HOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL
ROBIN HOOD 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.
HAPPY MINDS KIDS ACADEMY
HAPPY MINDS KIDS 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.
SADDLEBACK COLLEGE CHILDREN'S CENTER
SADDLEBACK COLLEGE CHILDREN'S 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.
APPLETREE MONTESSORI
APPLETREE MONTESSORI is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, outdoor play access, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
MARGUERITE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
MARGUERITE CHRISTIAN 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.
LANGE, ROBERT H. PRESCHOOL
LANGE, ROBERT H. 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.
MISSION VIEJO MONTESSORI
MISSION VIEJO MONTESSORI is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL
HERITAGE 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.
LAGUNA PARENT PARTICIPATION PRESCHOOL
LAGUNA PARENT PARTICIPATION 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.
VILLAGE MONTESSORI CENTER
VILLAGE 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.
CAPISTRANO USD/VIEJO ELEMENTRY SCHOOL
CAPISTRANO USD/VIEJO ELEMENTRY 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.
SADDLEBACK VALLEY YMCA-CASTILLE
SADDLEBACK VALLEY YMCA-CASTILLE 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.
STRATFORD SCHOOL - MISSION VIEJO
STRATFORD SCHOOL - MISSION VIEJO is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, outdoor play access, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
YMCA-OXFORD MISSION VIEJO
YMCA-OXFORD MISSION VIEJO 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.
SADDLEBACK VALLEY YMCA-CARL HANKEY
SADDLEBACK VALLEY YMCA-CARL HANKEY 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.
SADDLEBACK VALLEY YMCA-PHILIP REILLY
SADDLEBACK VALLEY YMCA-PHILIP REILLY 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.
SUNFLOWER MONTESSORI
SUNFLOWER MONTESSORI is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.
CREATIVE MINDS CHILDREN'S HOUSE
CREATIVE MINDS CHILDREN'S HOUSE 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.
ARNOSIO, MARIA BELEN
ARNOSIO, MARIA BELEN 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.
DASSANAYAKE, MENIK
DASSANAYAKE, MENIK 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.
GIETZEN, YOLANDA
GIETZEN, 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.
MANZANO-MATHEWS, DIANA
MANZANO-MATHEWS, DIANA 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.
MILETICH, FIORELLA
MILETICH, FIORELLA 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.
RABANAL, MARIA
RABANAL, 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.
RAD, SAEEDEH
RAD, SAEEDEH 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.
SHOHDY, NATALIE
SHOHDY, NATALIE 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.
SILVA, NATALIA MARCELA
SILVA, NATALIA MARCELA 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.
SNYDER, MILAGROS MARLENE
SNYDER, MILAGROS MARLENE 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.
TALACHIAN, BAHAREH
TALACHIAN, BAHAREH 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.
ABDEL RAHIM GARZON, NAYIBE
ABDEL RAHIM GARZON, NAYIBE 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.
ALAEE, BAHARAK
ALAEE, BAHARAK 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.
AMININEJAD, MARGARITA
AMININEJAD, MARGARITA 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.
ORTEGA, EVELYN
ORTEGA, EVELYN 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.
REINA, AMANDA
REINA, AMANDA 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.
SAHRAEIAN, SADAF & NAZEMSHIRAZI, LADAN
SAHRAEIAN, SADAF & NAZEMSHIRAZI, LADAN 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.
SHATERNIK, OKSANA
SHATERNIK, OKSANA 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.
ISMONOVA, OLGA
ISMONOVA, OLGA 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.
MORENO, YORLADY & LEON, ANA
MORENO, YORLADY & LEON, ANA 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.
NIETO, DIANA
NIETO, DIANA 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.
TAYANI, SUNNY
TAYANI, SUNNY 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.
BISHOP, ANTHONY
BISHOP, ANTHONY 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.
SADEGHIEH, SHAHIN
SADEGHIEH, SHAHIN 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.
SHIRVANIFARD, ZAHRA
SHIRVANIFARD, ZAHRA 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.
WALDMAN, CINDY
WALDMAN, CINDY 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.
ACEVEDO SOTO, BLANCA
ACEVEDO SOTO, BLANCA 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.
HADI SICHANI, SAFOORA
HADI SICHANI, SAFOORA 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 Mission Viejo 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.
Mission Viejo monthly tuition snapshot
Families here often see monthly tuition around $1,455 to $1,765, compared with a county-wide average of $1,381 to $1,713. Based on 56 licensed providers in Mission Viejo tracked via CDSS records.
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Mission Viejo currently reads as a premium market based on the tuition ranges we can compare across Orange County.
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FAQ
Parent questions about childcare in Mission Viejo
These are some of the most common questions families ask when narrowing options in this city.
How much does preschool cost in Mission Viejo?
Families in Mission Viejo typically see preschool tuition around $1455 per month, based on 56 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 Mission Viejo?
Average infant daycare tuition in Mission Viejo is approximately $1765 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 Mission Viejo?
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 Mission Viejo?
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 Mission Viejo?
Waitlists in Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo?
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 Mission Viejo?
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 Mission Viejo families
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Best Preschools in Mission Viejo, CA (2026 Guide)
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