Heritage Hill KinderCare
Opening Soon: This center is not open yet—but the countdown is on! To learn more about KinderCare and this location, please complete the contact form on this page. We’ll be in touch soon. (Updated: April 27, 2024)
Welcome to Heritage Hill KinderCare
Meet Stephanie Strand, Our Center Director
At KinderCare Since: 2013
Education: Degree in Liberal Studies
Favorite Children's Book: Where the Wild Things Are
Meet Stephanie Strand! She is the Center Director at Heritage Hill KinderCare in Lake Forest, CA. Stephanie attended California State University, Long Beach where she earned a Liberal Studies degree and a multi-subject credential. She has been with KinderCare for eleven years. Outside of work, Stephanie enjoys traveling with family.
Explore this new location.
Let’s take a peek at what’s inside:
- 3 infant classrooms (teacher-to-child ratio of 1:4)
- 3 toddler classrooms (ratio of 1:4)
- 2 discovery preschool classrooms (ratio of 1:8)
- 1 preschool classroom (ratio of 1:12)
- 1 prekindergarten classroom (ratio of 1:12)
- A modern playground and spacious indoor gym
Your child will thrive here.
In our classrooms, little discoveries come with big smiles and lots of laughter!
Here’s what you’ll find:
Everything is kid-sized. We put books and toys within easy reach so kids can direct their own play and learning experiences.
An expert-designed curriculum that focuses on age-appropriate education in literacy, numeracy, STEM, physical education, and more.
Talented, trained, and top-notch teachers who support your child every step of the way.
We’ll fuel the fun with delicious, nutritious meals and snacks provided throughout the day (and included in your tuition)!
Ready for a tour?
We’ll be ready to kick off tours at the center 4–6 weeks before our grand opening. Keep an eye out for the invitation!
Flexible Full- and Part-time Care Options
We offer full-time care for infants and toddlers, and part-time schedules for discovery preschool through prekindergarten. Explore our programs here to find the perfect fit for your child’s age.
State-, County-, or Agency- Sponsored Child Care Assistance Programs
When this new center celebrates its first birthday, we’ll be able to support families that require financial assistance.
If you require a child care assistance program, we encourage you to try another nearby KinderCare. With over 1,500 centers around the nation, there’s a good chance there’s one right in your neighborhood!
Thank you for inquiring with us—we can’t wait to meet you!
Interested in joining a new center at one of Gallup’s top places to work?
Take the first step toward a rewarding career by contacting our recruiting team at klcnewcenteropenings@kindercare.com or visit www.kcecareers.com. Let’s shape the future together!
Heritage Hill KinderCare Programs
Infant Programs (6 weeks–1 year)
Leaving your baby in someone else’s care is a big step. Everyone at our centers—most importantly, our naturally gifted infant teachers—will work with you to make sure the transition goes smoothly. When you step into our infant classroom, you’ll see how much we want your infant to feel safe, loved, and ready to explore their world.
Toddler Programs (1–2 Years)
Everything in our toddler classroom is designed for little explorers. That’s because a lot is going on at this age. When your child is wandering all over the place, that means they’re learning and discovering new things every day. We’ll help them explore their interests (and find new ones!) as they play and learn.
Discovery Preschool Programs (2–3 Years)
This age is filled with so much wonder and curiosity. That’s why we offer a ton of books and toys and bring artwork down to kids eye level. Children in discovery preschool also begin to learn how we all work together in a classroom. Simple math and science, pretend play, and group play help them get used to a more structured school setting.
Preschool Programs (3–4 Years)
This age is all about expression, when kids really start to form their own ideas about what they want to play and how they want to create. Every day in our preschool classroom, your child will explore science experiments, create artwork, and play pretend—all the skills needed for their big next step: kindergarten!
Prekindergarten Programs (4–5 Years)
When you walk into one of our pre-K classrooms, you’ll see artwork and writing displayed around the room. Labels are everywhere to help kids connect letters with words. You’ll also see pictures on the walls that reflect the families in our community. Your child will also deepen their knowledge in language, math, science, Spanish, and social skills.
Learning Adventures - Enrichment Program
Cooking Academy™ (3 – 12 Years)
In Cooking Academy, kids learn new recipes from cultures around the world and develop a healthy relationship with food. They’ll whip up everything from Southwest rainbow lettuce wraps to pumpkin muffins, building their skills in STEM, communication, and more along the way. And yes—little chefs get to eat their culinary creations!
Music Explorers™ (2 – 4 Years)
KinderCare families are already giving a standing ovation to our newest Learning Adventures program: Music Explorers! Kids will learn to sing, move, listen, play instruments, and even create their own tunes. Our original curriculum blends math, science, social studies, literacy, and mindfulness (think yoga!) for a uniquely KinderCare way of learning the foundations of music.
Phonics Adventures® (2 – 4 Years)
Learning how to read is a whole lot of fun at KinderCare! We help kids grow to love books and words (and get ready for kindergarten) in our Phonics Adventures program. From discovering the basics of vowels to practicing poetry, kids learn all about letters and sounds in small-group lessons made just for their age group. (Bonus: Kids who attend our phonics program are more prepared than their peers for school—and we have the data to prove it.)
STEM Innovators (3-8 Years)
You’ve probably heard a lot about how important STEM education is for your child, but what does that really mean? Our STEM Innovators program takes kids’ natural ability to make sense of the world and applies it to robotics, chemistry, coding, geology, and more. While your child experiments, they’ll discover how to use technology to do amazing things!
Family Stories
Frequently Asked Questions
What accreditations does KinderCare have?
Do you offer part-time schedules at Heritage Hill KinderCare?
How does naptime work at Heritage Hill KinderCare?
Do you support alternative diets?
Are meals included in tuition? Can I choose to send my child with lunch?
Does my child need to be potty-trained?
About KinderCare
Child Care You Can Trust
It’s More Than Daycare, It’s KinderCare!
Whether your child is just starting to explore the world or on their way to big-kid school, we have exactly what they need to foster their love of learning and build confidence. See proof that our Early Foundations® curriculum prepares kids for kindergarten, elementary school, and beyond!
Accreditation
Leading the way as America’s most accredited child care provider.
Accreditation means that every aspect of our programs, from teacher training and classroom safety to our top-notch curriculum, is backed by third-party experts who’ve given their seal of approval.
Meet Our Classroom Heroes
From ABCs and 123s to social-emotional skills and problem-solving, our amazing teachers build kindergarten readiness and Confidence for Life™.
See how they bring learning to life at every age and stage!
Babies Are Reaching New Milestones
Babies are giggling, wiggling, and exploring the world one tiny step at a time! In our infant classrooms, little ones are discovering language, experimenting with problem solving, and practicing social and emotional skills.
Toddlers Learn Through Creating, Playing, and Exploring
Toddlers are on the move! At this age, that’s totally normal as they learn and discover the world around them. In our toddler classrooms, they’re building confidence through creating art, learning their ABCs, imaginative play, and so much more.
Discovery Preschoolers Practice Independence
Discovery Preschoolers are channeling their creativity, learning how to express themselves, practicing motor skills, and experimenting with language and literacy in new, exciting ways.
Preschoolers Are Building So Many New Skills
Preschoolers are exploring science experiments, creating artwork, and playing pretend with friends. We’re also boosting literacy and social skills through letter-building and group art projects!
Prekindergarteners Are Doing Art, STEM, Letters, and More
Prekindergartners in our classrooms are organizing their ideas, problem-solving, and showing their creative side through hands-on, engaging activities—all the skills needed for their next big step: kindergarten!
Teachers You Can Trust
When we say we’ve got the best teachers around, we really mean it. You can rest assured that every team member clears rigorous national and state background checks. Plus, our hiring process includes the Gallup® Talent Assessment to make sure we hire educators who have that special something it takes to work with kids.
8-time Gallup® Exceptional Workplace Award Winner
Every year we check in with our amazing team to survey how engaged they are, and for 8 years running we’ve earned the Gallup® Exceptional Workplace Award! We’re the first and only early childhood education provider recognized, and one of just two companies worldwide to receive the honor eight years in a row.
Peace of mind from pick-up to drop-off.
Child care isn’t just about caring for children—it’s about families and communities too! We’re committed to valuing the experiences and traditions you bring with you and honoring them within our community. Whenever you step through our front door, you’ll know that you’re in a place where your family is safe, happy, and celebrated for who they are.
Read on to see the KinderCare difference.
Stay in touch with the KinderCare App.
Ever wonder what your little learner does all day? Download the KinderCare App. With a few taps, you can send messages to your center director, check on your child’s progress, and even get photos of all the fun they’re having.
Here’s a sneak peek of how it works!
Find your partner in parenting.
Our teachers join forces with families to help kids become lifelong learners while building confidence to live happy and healthy lives.
Take a moment to watch a KinderCare teacher and mom chat about how we’re the ultimate partners in parenting.
Hear from families like yours.
When it comes to deciding on a child care center, we know there’s nothing quite like hearing from other families! Hear what Becky has to say about being a part of the KinderCare community:
“As a parent, I entrust my greatest blessing to the staff at KinderCare every day, and I am grateful for the loving care and guidance he receives. The teachers and director look at each child as an individual, with their own strengths and needs. My son has been blessed with awesome teachers who understand his challenges, and handle him with grace. My child has learned so much and continues to share with me the great activities that go on each day at "school!" Thank you to the KinderCare child care organization for an incredible early childhood curriculum that engages and teaches at all steps of the day, and a special thanks to Karen and her staff; they continue to do amazing works of ‘heart’ with all children.”
- Becky T.
Get judgment-free tips and innovative ideas.
If you haven’t yet, check out our KinderCare blog. It’s where you can find answers to your questions about parenting, education, and health and safety, and even get inspired to bring more learning home.