Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Irvine. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
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PreschoolToddlerSchool-AgeBefore/After School
Catalyst Kids — Stonegate is a CCLD-licensed nonprofit center in northeastern Irvine (92620) operated by Catalyst Family Inc., serving infants, toddlers, TK/kindergarten, preschool, and before/after school age groups. The center accepts subsidized care through CalWORKs and alternative payment programs, expanding access to working families. It offers before/after school enrichment programs and camps during school hours, operating from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Parent review coverage is absent across public platforms, limiting independent verification of the parent experience beyond the center's mission and licensing status.
Safety6.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care4.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars5.0
Programs & curriculum
Programs & activities: TK & Kindergarten Enrichment, Before & After School, Camps
What sets it apart: Nonprofit 501(c)3 organization; Scholarship Programs Available; License Number: 304370562; Hours 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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