Reviewed by the Bright Headstart Editorial Team — Early Childhood Education Researchers

Data based on 20 licensed providers sourced from the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Community Care Licensing Division and verified provider websites.

Newport Beach childcare guide

Best daycare and preschools in Newport Beach

Parents searching for daycare and preschool in Newport Beach 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

20 providers in Newport Beach

Start with the most complete profiles, then narrow by tuition, program type, or schedule fit.

Refine this city

Filter schools in Newport Beach by fit, budget, and schedule.

Use these controls to narrow the list before you start saving schools to your shortlist.

20schools match your current filters
MIRACULOUS MILESTONES listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

MIRACULOUS MILESTONES

Newport Beach, 92660

4.3(11 reviews)
TuitionCheck school directly
Hours7:30AM-5:30PM
Ages36 months - 6 years
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
TUTOR TIME CHILD CARE/LEARNING CENTER listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

TUTOR TIME CHILD CARE/LEARNING CENTER

Newport Beach, 92660

PublicVerified listing
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursM-F, 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Ages6 years - 6 years
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
NEWPORT MONTESSORI listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

NEWPORT MONTESSORI

Newport Beach, 92660

5.0(6 reviews)
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages2 YEARS- 6 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
ENVIRONMENTAL NATURE CENTER (ENC) NATURE PRESCHOOL listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

ENVIRONMENTAL NATURE CENTER (ENC) NATURE PRESCHOOL

Newport Beach, 92663

PublicVerified listing
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages2 YEARS- 6 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
BRIGHT HORIZONS AT NEWPORT BEACH listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

BRIGHT HORIZONS AT NEWPORT BEACH

Newport Beach, 92663

5.0(8 reviews)
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages2-5 years
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
ST. MARK COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

ST. MARK COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

Newport Beach, 92660

PublicVerified listing
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages6 years - 6 years
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
CARDEN HALL listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

CARDEN HALL

Newport Beach, 92663

PublicVerified listing
TuitionCheck school directly
Hours7:00AM-6:00PM
Ages4 YEARS- 5 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
CENTRAL ORANGE COAST YMCA - MARINERS SCHOOL listing artwork
Daycare
Bright Headstart

CENTRAL ORANGE COAST YMCA - MARINERS SCHOOL

Newport Beach, 92660

PublicVerified listing
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages5-17 years
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed school-age care
NEWPORT HARBOR LUTHERAN CHURCH listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

NEWPORT HARBOR LUTHERAN CHURCH

Newport Beach, 92663

4.3(12 reviews)
TuitionCheck school directly
Hours7:00 AM-6:00 PM
Ages2 YEARS- 6 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
NEWPORT ELEMENTRY PRESCHOOL listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

NEWPORT ELEMENTRY PRESCHOOL

Newport Beach, 92660

PublicVerified listing
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages3 YEARS- 5 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
Little Lanterns Preschool Newport Beach listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

Little Lanterns Preschool Newport Beach

Newport Beach, 92660

4.7(24 reviews)
Tuition$1,580 - $2,140
Hours8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Ages2 years - 5 years
LanguagesEnglish / Mandarin
AcademicEnglishMandarin
TEMPLE BAT YAHM listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

TEMPLE BAT YAHM

Newport Beach, 92660

4.7(41 reviews)
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages2 YEARS- 6 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
CATALYST KIDS-NEWPORT HEIGHTS listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

CATALYST KIDS-NEWPORT HEIGHTS

Newport Beach, 92663

PublicVerified listing
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages2 years - 2 years
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
ST. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH listing artwork
Daycare
Bright Headstart

ST. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Newport Beach, 92663

PublicVerified listing
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages4.9 YEARS- 13 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed school-age care
ST. MATTHEW'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

ST. MATTHEW'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL

Newport Beach, 92660

5.0(2 reviews)
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages2 YEARS- 6 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
MONTESSORI WAY LEARNING CENTER,INC. listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

MONTESSORI WAY LEARNING CENTER,INC.

Newport Beach, 92660

PublicVerified listing
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages2 YRS- 6 YRS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
NEWPORT COAST CHILD DEVELOPMENT PRESCHOOL listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

NEWPORT COAST CHILD DEVELOPMENT PRESCHOOL

Newport Beach, 92660

PublicVerified listing
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages2.6 YEARS- 5 YEARS
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
ST. ANDREW'S PRESCHOOL listing artwork
Preschool
Bright Headstart

ST. ANDREW'S PRESCHOOL

Newport Beach, 92663

PublicVerified listing
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursHours not listed publicly
Ages6 years - 6 years
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed preschool center
SALII, INNA listing artwork
Home Daycare
Bright Headstart

SALII, INNA

Newport Beach, 92660

PublicVerified listing
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesInfant to school-age
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed family child care home
MIRACULOUS MILESTONES INC listing artwork
Daycare
Bright Headstart

MIRACULOUS MILESTONES INC

Newport Beach, 92660

PublicVerified listing
TuitionCheck school directly
HoursHours not listed publicly
AgesMixed ages
LanguagesLanguage details not listed
Licensed child care center

Provider comparison

Compare daycare and preschool tuition in Newport Beach

Side-by-side comparison of 10 providers sorted by monthly tuition, sourced from CDSS licensing data and verified provider websites.

Top 1 providers in Newport Beach by tuition (lowest to highest)
ProviderProgram TypeAge RangeMonthly TuitionHours
Little Lanterns Preschool Newport BeachPreschool2 years - 5 years$1,580 – $2,1408:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Comparisons

How families compare schools in Newport Beach

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

TUTOR TIME CHILD CARE/LEARNING CENTER

TUTOR TIME CHILD CARE/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.

Little Lanterns Preschool Newport Beach

Little Lanterns Preschool Newport Beach is best for families who value academic learning, outdoor play access, and tuition between $1,580 and $2,140.

MIRACULOUS MILESTONES

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

CARDEN HALL

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

NEWPORT HARBOR LUTHERAN CHURCH

NEWPORT HARBOR LUTHERAN CHURCH is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.

BRIGHT HORIZONS AT NEWPORT BEACH

BRIGHT HORIZONS AT NEWPORT BEACH is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, structured indoor programming, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.

NEWPORT MONTESSORI

NEWPORT 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.

CENTRAL ORANGE COAST YMCA - MARINERS SCHOOL

CENTRAL ORANGE COAST YMCA - MARINERS SCHOOL 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.

ENVIRONMENTAL NATURE CENTER (ENC) NATURE PRESCHOOL

ENVIRONMENTAL NATURE CENTER (ENC) NATURE 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.

ST. MARK COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

ST. MARK COMMUNITY 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.

NEWPORT ELEMENTRY PRESCHOOL

NEWPORT ELEMENTRY 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.

TEMPLE BAT YAHM

TEMPLE BAT YAHM 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-NEWPORT HEIGHTS

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

ST. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

ST. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 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.

ST. MATTHEW'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL

ST. MATTHEW'S 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.

MONTESSORI WAY LEARNING CENTER,INC.

MONTESSORI WAY LEARNING CENTER,INC. is best for families who value licensed preschool center learning, outdoor play access, and publicly posted pricing details to verify directly with the school.

NEWPORT COAST CHILD DEVELOPMENT PRESCHOOL

NEWPORT COAST CHILD DEVELOPMENT 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.

ST. ANDREW'S PRESCHOOL

ST. ANDREW'S 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.

MIRACULOUS MILESTONES INC

MIRACULOUS MILESTONES INC 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.

SALII, INNA

SALII, INNA 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 Newport Beach 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.

Newport Beach monthly tuition snapshot

Families here often see monthly tuition around $1,580 to $2,140, compared with a county-wide average of $1,381 to $1,713. Based on 20 licensed providers in Newport Beach tracked via CDSS records.

Premium city

Newport Beach currently reads as a premium market based on the tuition ranges we can compare across Orange County.

Compare Orange County tuition

If you want lower-cost nearby options

Families often also compare Costa Mesa, Anaheim, Santa Ana when they want to widen the search.

FAQ

Parent questions about childcare in Newport Beach

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

How much does preschool cost in Newport Beach?

Families in Newport Beach typically see preschool tuition around $1710 per month, based on 20 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 Newport Beach?

Average infant daycare tuition in Newport Beach is approximately $2125 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 Newport Beach?

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 Newport Beach?

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 Newport Beach?

Waitlists in Newport Beach 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 Newport Beach?

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 Newport Beach?

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 Newport Beach families

Read these before you tour. They cover cost, licensing, and what to ask.

Explore next

Keep exploring childcare in Newport Beach

These links help families move between guides, rankings, and school profiles as they narrow their options.

Take the preschool match quiz

Get ranked recommendations for your family based on age, budget, location, and schedule preferences.

Start the quiz

Compare county-wide options

See how this city fits into the broader Orange County preschool and daycare landscape.

Open the county guide

Browse by program style

Parents often switch between city pages and philosophy pages before booking tours.

Explore preschool programs