Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in La Habra. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best K-Ready
Earned the highest kindergarten-readiness score in La Habra. This dimension reflects pre-literacy, pre-math, and school-readiness preparation reported by parents and visible in the curriculum.
Full Ranking Detail
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A Kid's Place is a CCLD-licensed School Age Day Care Center (license #304370871) in La Habra, CA, serving preschool through school-age children from ages 2 to 12—a broad age range suited for multi-child families. The family-owned center includes meals, flexible tuition with government program acceptance, and transportation to local schools, making it accessible for working families. Play-based, hands-on curriculum and structured activities such as before- and after-school care, summer programs, and art classes support learning through curiosity. The center's capacity is limited to 30 children and is currently managing enrollment transitions; one public review raised concerns about management approach, warranting direct communication during enrollment conversations.
Safety5.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care4.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management5.0
Culture5.0
Extracurriculars5.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Play-based, hands-on learning focused on sparking curiosity as a motivator for lifelong learning. Emphasizes a safe and nurturing learning environment.
Programs & activities: Infant care and preschool education, before and after school care, summer and school holiday programs, and art classes with hands-on play-based projects.
What sets it apart: Family-owned and operated. Provides transportation to/from public schools (La Habra, Lowell Joint School District and nearby areas). Meals included in fees (breakfast, lunch, and snacks). Flexible, competitive tuition rates with acceptance of government programs.
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Best K-Ready
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