Best Daycares in Irvine, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 48 daycares and childcare centers in Irvine based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Irvine

  1. #1 — Marco Polo Children's School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Irvine Montessori School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Specialty school, Elementary school. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Light of Christ Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Child's World Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Alpha Minds Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Private school. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Olam Jewish Montessori Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Religious school, School. View full profile →

  7. #7 — ABC Mom Learning Center & Childcare Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  8. #8 — LePort Montessori Irvine Westpark Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, Private school. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Illume Pursuits Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  10. #10 — LePort Montessori Irvine Mandarin Immersion Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Language school, Home service. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Jenny Hart Early Education Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Turtle Rock Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Milestones Montessori of Irvine Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Irvine Montessori Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, School. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Montessori Preschool Irvine Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  16. #16 — The Early Learner Montessori Home Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Little Tree Montessori International School of Irvine Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  18. #18 — LePort Montessori Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, School. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Home Kids Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  20. #20 — Irvine Montessori House Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  21. #21 — De Colores Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  22. #22 — Great Foundations Montessori - Northwood Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school. View full profile →

  23. #23 — Toddler Town Preschool & Childcare Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  24. #24 — Kohitsuji Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →

  25. #25 — Montessori Kids Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  26. #26 — Dreamland Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  27. #27 — Irvine Community Nursery School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Home service. View full profile →

  28. #28 — Mini Bambini - European Schoolhouse Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  29. #29 — Early Childhood Learning Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  30. #30 — Good Shepherd Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Irvine?
Marco Polo Children's School is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Irvine based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Irvine?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Irvine?
Childcare costs in Irvine vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.