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Canyon Montessori Center
Multiple Locations 714-998-9091
Anaheim Hills
761 S Weir Canyon
714.974.1365

Serrano Heights Academy
6511-C Serrano Ave
Anaheim Hills
714-998-9091

Canyon Montessori Center offers an individualized Montessori curriculum for children between the ages of 6 weeks to 12 years that is carefully planned to promote independence and optimum scholastic achievement to fit each child's individual needs. In addition to the Montessori curriculum, each student participates in an enrichment program that consists of Music, Science, Art Interpretation, Spanish and PE at no additional cost to the parent.
Carden Academy
Multiple Locations714.536.1441
721 Utica Ave. Huntington Beach, 714.536.1441
10460 Slater Ave. Fountain Valley, 714.964.3310
Ages Served: Preschool to Grade 8.
Carden Academy of Huntington Beach is one of the premier private schools in Southern California, providing aggressive academics in Reading and Math. The school emphasizes Classic Literature at every grade level as well as French and Spanish. Students grasp Math patterns early and excel in Algebra by 8th grade. The school has two campuses, one in Huntington Beach, another in Fountain Valley.
Fairmont Private Schools
Six OC campuses in Anaheim, Anaheim Hills and Tustin
714.765.6300
Ages Served: Preschool to Grade 12
With a 55-year reputation for educational excellence, Fairmont prepares preschool and early elementary students for success in upper grades. Our caring, experienced teachers present key academic concepts in a fun, creative environment. In Fairmont’s accelerated program, kindergarteners become confident readers and first graders learn to write in cursive.
Marina View Preschool and Kindergarten
25301 Sweet Meadow Dr., Laguna Niguel
949.249.8687
Ages Served: 12 months – Kindergarten. We offer a year-round academic program in a secure, nurturing environment as well as a spotless facility with state-of-the-art security and monitoring cameras in every classroom. Emphasis on phonics, pre-reading and writing skills, and complete education. Music, dance and gymnastics are also offered and foreign language is an integral part of our curriculum.
Waldorf School of Orange County
2350 Canyon Drive, Costa Mesa
949.574.7775
Ages Served: Parent-Toddler Playgroup through Grade 10.
Where education comes alive! Our integrated curriculum weaves music, movement and art into a strong core academic program. This multi-sensory style of teaching engages the whole child. Waldorf students develop a love of learning and reverence for life by actively participating in courses that engage minds and enrich imaginations.
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Canyon Montessori CenterMultiple Locations 714-998-9091serranoheightsacademy.comserranoheightsacademy.comAnaheim Hills
761 S Weir Canyon
714.974.1365

Serrano Heights Academy
6511-C Serrano Ave
Anaheim Hills
714-998-9091

Canyon Montessori Center offers an individualized Montessori curriculum for children between the ages of 6 weeks to 12 years that is carefully planned to promote independence and optimum scholastic achievement to fit each child's individual needs. In addition to the Montessori curriculum, each student participates in an enrichment program that consists of Music, Science, Art Interpretation, Spanish and PE at no additional cost to the parent.
Carden AcademyMultiple Locations714.536.1441www.cardenacademyinc.orgwww.cardenacademyinc.org721 Utica Ave. Huntington Beach, 714.536.1441
10460 Slater Ave. Fountain Valley, 714.964.3310
Ages Served: Preschool to Grade 8.
Carden Academy of Huntington Beach is one of the premier private schools in Southern California, providing aggressive academics in Reading and Math. The school emphasizes Classic Literature at every grade level as well as French and Spanish. Students grasp Math patterns early and excel in Algebra by 8th grade. The school has two campuses, one in Huntington Beach, another in Fountain Valley.
Carden Conservatory5702 Clark Dr.Huntington Beach714.840.5127www.cardenconservatory.comwww.cardenconservatory.comCarden Conservatory Pre School offers, Social Development, Vocabulary Development, Rhythm and Singing, Literature and Poetry, Numbers and Letters, Foreign Language and song and games, Art techniques and appreciation, Physical Education. Also, we now have a program for 2 year olds. Call today for more information.
Carden Conservatory
5702 Clark Dr., Huntington Beach
714.840.5127
Carden Conservatory Pre School offers, Social Development, Vocabulary Development, Rhythm and Singing, Literature and Poetry, Numbers and Letters, Foreign Language and song and games, Art techniques and appreciation, Physical Education. Also, we now have a program for 2 year olds. Call today for more information.
Carden School11537 Grovedale DriveWhittier562.694.1879www.cardenschool.comwww.cardenschool.comAges Served: preschool through junior high
We provide a complete curriculum for children from preschool age through junior high. Carden School offers a 1/20 teacher/student ratio The strong academic curriculum includes language arts, foreign language, computers, science and advanced math, with “extras” such as art, music, field trips, Sports, and Chess Club.
Carden School
11537 Grovedale Drive, Whittier
562.694.1879
Ages Served: preschool through junior high
We provide a complete curriculum for children from preschool age through junior high. Carden School offers a 1/20 teacher/student ratio The strong academic curriculum includes language arts, foreign language, computers, science and advanced math, with “extras” such as art, music, field trips, Sports, and Chess Club.
Care-A-Lot Family Daycare4 Ensueno EastIrvine714.913.0576 www.CareALotFamilyDaycare.comwww.CareALotFamilyDaycare.comAges served: 3 months to 5 years
Care-A-Lot Family Daycare is designed to supply working parents dependability, security and peace of mind. Our program offers loving care as well as education through age-appropriate curriculum. We offer a fully equipped teaching/learning area, playroom, and an outdoor play area designed with fun and safety in mind. Call for more information.
Care-A-Lot Family Daycare
4 Ensueno East, Irvine
714.913.0576
Ages served: 3 months to 5 years
Care-A-Lot Family Daycare is designed to supply working parents dependability, security and peace of mind. Our program offers loving care as well as education through age-appropriate curriculum. We offer a fully equipped teaching/learning area, playroom, and an outdoor play area designed with fun and safety in mind. Call for more information.
Children's Village1510 Brookhollow Dr.Santa Ana714.751.5437www.southcoastchildcare.comwww.southcoastchildcare.comAges Served:18 months to 11 years. Providing quality childcare since 1991 with large classrooms, up-to-date equipment, grass playground, play structures, swings, and patio areas in a caring and educational environment. Qualified teachers enrich each child's daily life with group activities, music and arts. Parent participation is encouraged. Potty training available.
Children's Village
1510 Brookhollow Dr., Santa Ana
714.751.5437
Ages Served:18 months to 11 years. Providing quality childcare since 1991 with large classrooms, up-to-date equipment, grass playground, play structures, swings, and patio areas in a caring and educational environment. Qualified teachers enrich each child's daily life with group activities, music and arts. Parent participation is encouraged. Potty training available.
Creekside Children's Center4849 Alton PkwyIrvine949.786.1044www.creeksidepreschool.orgwww.creeksidepreschool.orgAges Served: 2.5 to 5 years. A Christian preschool, CCC provides quality care and early education for young children with a balance of academic and developmental activities. Full-day or half-day schedules available. We're building skills, knowledge and a love of learning in a fun, challenging Christian environment “Training for Life!”
Creekside Children's Center
4849 Alton Pkwy, Irvine
949.786.1044
Ages Served: 2.5 to 5 years. A Christian preschool, CCC provides quality care and early education for young children with a balance of academic and developmental activities. Full-day or half-day schedules available. We're building skills, knowledge and a love of learning in a fun, challenging Christian environment “Training for Life!”
Creekside Christian School1130 E. Walnut Ave.Orange714.516.1838www.creeksidechristianschool.comwww.creeksidechristianschool.comAges Served: Preschool to 8th grade
Creekside Christian School mission is to create successful life-long learners, providing each student with a solid Biblical worldview. This is accomplished by teaching to the various learning styles, developing higher level thinking skills, recognizing and building upon the strengths of the child, teaching the scripture, and encouraging Godly decision making.
Creekside Christian School
1130 E. Walnut Ave., Orange
714.516.1838
Ages Served: Preschool to 8th grade
Creekside Christian School mission is to create successful life-long learners, providing each student with a solid Biblical worldview. This is accomplished by teaching to the various learning styles, developing higher level thinking skills, recognizing and building upon the strengths of the child, teaching the scripture, and encouraging Godly decision making.
Crescent Avenue Christian Preschool5600 Crescent AvenueBuena Park714.828.8090?www.cacpreschool.comwww.cacpreschool.comAges Served: 2 ½ (must be fully toilet trained) through Pre-K
Crescent Avenue Christian Preschool believes the presence and love of Jesus should be interwoven within the entire school day. We provide a full day care with a sound educational program. We are open Monday through Friday from 6:30am – 6:15pm. At Crescent Avenue Christian Preschool, our children learn by DOING!
Crescent Avenue Christian Preschool
5600 Crescent Avenue, Buena Park
714.828.8090?
Ages Served: 2 ½ (must be fully toilet trained) through Pre-K
Crescent Avenue Christian Preschool believes the presence and love of Jesus should be interwoven within the entire school day. We provide a full day care with a sound educational program. We are open Monday through Friday from 6:30am – 6:15pm. At Crescent Avenue Christian Preschool, our children learn by DOING!
Crystal Cathedral Schools13280 Chapman Ave.Garden Groveccacademy@crystalcathedral.orgccacademy@crystalcathedral.orgPreschool – 714.971.4141 Academy (K-12) – 714.971.4159 Crystal Cathedral Schools provide a number of services. Ages served: Preschool through Grade 12. For the arts, we offer lessons in music and dance. Lessons in piano, violin, cello, guitar and string bass are available. Private lessons are available for an additional fee. Group dance lessons are also available. We offer quality tutors to assist students as well as before and after-school daycare from 7a.m. and to 6p.m.
Crystal Cathedral Schools
13280 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove
Preschool – 714.971.4141 Academy (K-12) – 714.971.4159 Crystal Cathedral Schools provide a number of services. Ages served: Preschool through Grade 12. For the arts, we offer lessons in music and dance. Lessons in piano, violin, cello, guitar and string bass are available. Private lessons are available for an additional fee. Group dance lessons are also available. We offer quality tutors to assist students as well as before and after-school daycare from 7a.m. and to 6p.m.
Early Explorations2015 Calle FronteraSan Clemente949.492.5555www.earlyexpreschool.comwww.earlyexpreschool.comAges Served: 2-years to 8-years. Early Explorations follows a play-based philosophy, allowing children to develop at their own pace. Our Pre-K programs provide numerous pre-reading/phonemic awareness activities in small groups to prepare children for Kindergarten. Early Explorations has highly qualified teachers with low classroom ratios and is accredited by the National Association of Young Children.
Early Explorations
2015 Calle Frontera, San Clemente
949.492.5555
Ages Served: 2-years to 8-years. Early Explorations follows a play-based philosophy, allowing children to develop at their own pace. Our Pre-K programs provide numerous pre-reading/phonemic awareness activities in small groups to prepare children for Kindergarten. Early Explorations has highly qualified teachers with low classroom ratios and is accredited by the National Association of Young Children.
Eldorado School for the Gifted Child4100 E. Walnut Ave.Orange714.633.4774www.eldoradoemerson.orgwww.eldoradoemerson.orgAges Served: Grades Preschool to 6th. With inspiring staff, excellent facilities, beautiful 5-acre campus including Monet Garden and pond, Eldorado provides each child with a nurturing, creative learning environment. Our students love to learn, achieving fantastic test scores, a natural result of joyful learning with wonderful teachers. Small class size. Accredited by WASC.
Eldorado School for the Gifted Child
4100 E. Walnut Ave., Orange
714.633.4774
Ages Served: Grades Preschool to 6th. With inspiring staff, excellent facilities, beautiful 5-acre campus including Monet Garden and pond, Eldorado provides each child with a nurturing, creative learning environment. Our students love to learn, achieving fantastic test scores, a natural result of joyful learning with wonderful teachers. Small class size. Accredited by WASC.
Fairmont Private SchoolsSix OC campuses in Anaheim, Anaheim Hills and Tustin
714.765.6300www.fairmontschools.comwww.fairmontschools.comAges Served: Preschool to Grade 12
With a 55-year reputation for educational excellence, Fairmont prepares preschool and early elementary students for success in upper grades. Our caring, experienced teachers present key academic concepts in a fun, creative environment. In Fairmont’s accelerated program, kindergarteners become confident readers and first graders learn to write in cursive.
Fulbright Montessori Academy20411 James Bay CirLake Forest949.583.9292www.fulbrightmontessori.comwww.fulbrightmontessori.comAges Served: 2 years old - First Grade. At Fulbright Montessori, we are committed to the education of the heart and mind of our children in an atmosphere of kindness, respect and intellectual discovery! Fulbright Montessori is a beautiful, must-see facility and offers a highly educated and caring staff, potty training, keyed entry, summer camp, extended care, Spanish, music, art, computers and much more!!!
Fulbright Montessori Academy
20411 James Bay Cir, Lake Forest
949.583.9292
Ages Served: 2 years old - First Grade. At Fulbright Montessori, we are committed to the education of the heart and mind of our children in an atmosphere of kindness, respect and intellectual discovery! Fulbright Montessori is a beautiful, must-see facility and offers a highly educated and caring staff, potty training, keyed entry, summer camp, extended care, Spanish, music, art, computers and much more!!!
Giggles & Wiggles Learning Center3128 E. Chapman Ave.Orange714.639.7500www.gigglesandwiggleslearningcenter.comwww.gigglesandwiggleslearningcenter.comOur play-based developmental center for infants, toddlers and preschoolers offers unique and cutting-edge programs. All activities are based on developmental research and designed by licensed and credentialed professionals. We focus on the “whole child” with activities that target multiple intelligences.
Giggles & Wiggles Learning Center
3128 E. Chapman Ave., Orange
714.639.7500
Our play-based developmental center for infants, toddlers and preschoolers offers unique and cutting-edge programs. All activities are based on developmental research and designed by licensed and credentialed professionals. We focus on the “whole child” with activities that target multiple intelligences.
Gordon & Sklar Early Childhood CenterTemple Beth El 2A LibertyAliso Viejo949.362.3999www.tbesoc.orgwww.tbesoc.orgFrom Mommy & Me through Kindergarten we offer a program to grow with from 10 months to 6 years of age. Our beautiful facility is bright and welcoming. Placement of children is based on developmental readiness as well as chronological age. Enrichment classes include: Hebrew, Science, Math, Sports and Music.
Gordon & Sklar Early Childhood Center
Temple Beth El 2A Liberty, Aliso Viejo
949.362.3999
From Mommy & Me through Kindergarten we offer a program to grow with from 10 months to 6 years of age. Our beautiful facility is bright and welcoming. Placement of children is based on developmental readiness as well as chronological age. Enrichment classes include: Hebrew, Science, Math, Sports and Music.
Happy Hippo Preschool & Kindergarten1401 S Anaheim Blvd.Anaheim714.491.9005www.happyhippopreschool.comwww.happyhippopreschool.comAges Served: 2-6
Accredited Preschool. Our strong academic program taught by State Credentialed teachers offers a comprehensive curriculum including art, music, gymnastics, science, foreign languages, cooking & more. The focus of our program is literacy and on the child as an individual. We provide healthy nutrition and a clean environment. Each child is recognized by his or her strengths and encouraged to develop to the full potential.
Happy Hippo Preschool & Kindergarten
1401 S Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim
714.491.9005
Ages Served: 2-6
Accredited Preschool. Our strong academic program taught by State Credentialed teachers offers a comprehensive curriculum including art, music, gymnastics, science, foreign languages, cooking & more. The focus of our program is literacy and on the child as an individual. We provide healthy nutrition and a clean environment. Each child is recognized by his or her strengths and encouraged to develop to the full potential.
Hillsborough Private Schools160 Old Springs Rd.Anaheim714.998.6031www.hillsboroughprivateschools.comwww.hillsboroughprivateschools.com191 Old Springs Rd. Anaheim Hills, 714.998.9030 4757 Valley View, Yorba Linda, 714.572.5696 Ages Served: 2 years to Jr. K. With a belief that the early years of childhood are the foundation of a child's successful future, our program is dedicated to making learning fun and enables your child to grow. Our team of dedicated and motivated teachers ensures each child will receive a wonderful taste of success as accomplishments are achieved on a daily basis.
Hillsborough Private Schools
160 Old Springs Rd., Anaheim
714.998.6031
191 Old Springs Rd. Anaheim Hills, 714.998.9030 4757 Valley View, Yorba Linda, 714.572.5696 Ages Served: 2 years to Jr. K. With a belief that the early years of childhood are the foundation of a child's successful future, our program is dedicated to making learning fun and enables your child to grow. Our team of dedicated and motivated teachers ensures each child will receive a wonderful taste of success as accomplishments are achieved on a daily basis.
Hilltop Co-op Preschool9685 Warner Ave.Fountain Valley714.963.9838www.hilltoppreschool.comwww.hilltoppreschool.comHilltop is a non-profit, parent participation preschool where both parents and children learn and play together. Hilltop children learn to live fully, joyfully and ultimately become self-motivated problem solvers with an abiding curiosity about the world. Hilltop offers a variety of programs to fit your individual child's needs. Visitations welcome. email@hilltoppreschool.com
Hilltop Co-op Preschool
9685 Warner Ave., Fountain Valley
714.963.9838
Hilltop is a non-profit, parent participation preschool where both parents and children learn and play together. Hilltop children learn to live fully, joyfully and ultimately become self-motivated problem solvers with an abiding curiosity about the world. Hilltop offers a variety of programs to fit your individual child's needs. Visitations welcome. email@hilltoppreschool.com
Holy Cross Lutheran School4321 Cerritos Ave.Cypress714.527.7928www.holycrosschurchandschool.orgwww.holycrosschurchandschool.orgAges Served: Kindergarten – 8th Grade
Holy Cross Lutheran School provides excellent instruction in God’s Word - the Bible; excellent academic training; and relates the Christian faith to formal education and to life in general. The School’s goal is to use each child’s God given talents to produce well-rounded, happy, and self-confident individuals who are prepared to be leaders of tomorrow.
Holy Cross Lutheran School
4321 Cerritos Ave., Cypress
714.527.7928
Ages Served: Kindergarten – 8th Grade
Holy Cross Lutheran School provides excellent instruction in God’s Word - the Bible; excellent academic training; and relates the Christian faith to formal education and to life in general. The School’s goal is to use each child’s God given talents to produce well-rounded, happy, and self-confident individuals who are prepared to be leaders of tomorrow.
Kiddie AcademyMultiple Locationswww.kiddieacademy.comwww.kiddieacademy.comIrvine, 949.660.0005 Laguna Hills, 949.587.0046 Our new state-of-the-art center offers a well-balanced academic curriculum where kids learn and play at their own pace. Our trained teachers encourage and reward kids in a nurturing and stimulating environment. Now enrolling for fall.
Kiddie Academy
Multiple Locations
Irvine, 949.660.0005 Laguna Hills, 949.587.0046 Our new state-of-the-art center offers a well-balanced academic curriculum where kids learn and play at their own pace. Our trained teachers encourage and reward kids in a nurturing and stimulating environment. Now enrolling for fall.
Marbella Montessori31113 Rancho Viejo Rd.San Juan Capistrano949.66.3355www.MarbellaMontessori.comwww.MarbellaMontessori.comMarbella Montessori offers toddler, preschool and kindergarten children a place to grow! Age appropriate activities are introduced by fully credentialed, nurturing Montessori teachers in a loving, caring environment. We offer an excellent Fine Arts program. Freeway close, at the 5 freeways and Ortega Hwy, in the Marbella Plaza.
Marbella Montessori
31113 Rancho Viejo Rd., San Juan Capistrano
949.66.3355
Marbella Montessori offers toddler, preschool and kindergarten children a place to grow! Age appropriate activities are introduced by fully credentialed, nurturing Montessori teachers in a loving, caring environment. We offer an excellent Fine Arts program. Freeway close, at the 5 freeways and Ortega Hwy, in the Marbella Plaza.