Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Orange. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
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Smiles Montessori Child Care is a CCLD-licensed Montessori center in Orange, California (license #304371464) serving infants and young children ages 0–5. The center grounds its approach in the Montessori philosophy of individualized learning at each child's own pace, supported by state-licensed and Montessori-certified teachers. Parent reviews on Yelp consistently praise the clean, fully air-conditioned facility, outdoor play area, and teachers' attentiveness to infant development; the center also offers extended hours (6:30 AM to 6:30 PM) and flexible scheduling. Enrichment activities including Abacus, Piano, and Korean language classes extend the curriculum for older children. With only 19 Yelp reviews and no presence on Google Maps or other review platforms, the review base is limited, which underscores the importance of direct contact for prospective families seeking to verify the center's operations firsthand.
Safety5.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care6.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion7.0
Management5.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars5.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Montessori-based education grounded in multiple intelligences, with the philosophy that every child is different and deserves equal opportunities. Children learn at their own pace through individualized and group instruction.
Programs & activities: Infant, toddler, and preschool classes (ages 0-5). After-school enrichment includes Abacus, Piano, Gabe, and Korean language instruction.
What sets it apart: Teachers are state-licensed and Montessori certified. Nutritious meals and snacks provided including breakfast; full-day classes run 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM with part-time options available.
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