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.
Full Ranking Detail
PreschoolSchool-AgeBefore/After School
Catalyst Kids — Vista Verde is a CCLD-licensed preschool and school-age provider in Irvine's Turtle Rock area (92603), operating before/after school and enrichment programs in connection with the Vista Verde school community. The center offers subsidized care and operates from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM with scholarship programs available (License #304370319). Its connection to Catalyst ExpandEd Learning programs provides additional enrichment opportunities through district offerings. However, the center has no public parent reviews available to independently verify family experiences, and street address details plus infant/toddler program availability remain unconfirmed through publicly available sources.
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: Operating 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Scholarship programs available. License Number: 304370319. Offers connection to Catalyst ExpandEd Learning programs (ELO-P) through district offerings.
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