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Mission Viejo 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: March 19, 2024)

Address: 26912 Estanciero Dr, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Ages: 6 weeks to 5 years
Open hours:
Center Director: Nancy Echeverria
Our center is accredited by: NAEYC

Welcome to Mission Viejo KinderCare

Welcome to Mission Viejo KinderCare in California! We are located conveniently near Marguerite Parkway. Our focus is learning through play, with a highly regarded curriculum and strongly qualified teachers. Whole child development and fostering a sense of community and belonging is our main goal. Every day, our friendly and hardworking staff helps to develop lifelong confidence in all our children. We love our community and meeting new friends!

Address: 26912 Estanciero Dr, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
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Meet Nancy Echeverria, Our Center Director

Meet Nancy Echeverria! She is the Center Director at Mission Viejo KinderCare in California. Nancy has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Child Development from California State University Fullerton. Nancy has been in the early child development and school age field for 8 years and has been part of the KinderCare family for 5 years. Her favorite part about working for KinderCare is building relationships with families. In her free time, outside of work, Nancy enjoys going to Disneyland with her family, going to the beach, and doing yoga.

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!

Family Stories

Don't take our word for it. Hear what our families have to say about our amazing center! If you have a story about your experience at KinderCare, please share your story with us.

Frequently Asked Questions

What accreditations does KinderCare have?

Do you offer part-time schedules at Mission Viejo KinderCare?

How does naptime work at Mission Viejo KinderCare?

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Are meals included in tuition? Can I choose to send my child with lunch?

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About KinderCare

Child Care You Can Trust
Group of children and teacher at a KinderCare daycare center
Child Care You Can Trust
Group of children and teacher at a KinderCare daycare center

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.

Learn more about accreditation.

Child Care You Can Trust
Group of children and teacher at a KinderCare daycare center

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
Toddlers Learn Through Creating, Playing, and Exploring
Discovery Preschoolers Practice Independence
Preschoolers Are Building So Many New Skills
Prekindergarteners Are Doing Art, STEM, Letters, and More
Babies Are Reaching New Milestones
Toddlers Learn Through Creating, Playing, and Exploring
Discovery Preschoolers Practice Independence
Preschoolers Are Building So Many New Skills
Prekindergarteners Are Doing Art, STEM, Letters, and More

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!

Babies Are Reaching New Milestones
Toddlers Learn Through Creating, Playing, and Exploring
Discovery Preschoolers Practice Independence
Preschoolers Are Building So Many New Skills
Prekindergarteners Are Doing Art, STEM, Letters, and More

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.

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.
at KinderCare, our accreditation equals excellence. Contact one of our daycares today!

7-time Gallup® Exceptional Workplace Award Winner

Every year we check in with our amazing team to survey how engaged they are, and for 7 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 four companies worldwide to receive the honor seven years in a row.

at KinderCare, our accreditation equals excellence. Contact one of our daycares today!

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.
Find your partner in parenting.
Hear from families like yours.
Get judgment-free tips and innovative ideas.
Stay in touch with the KinderCare App.
Find your partner in parenting.
Hear from families like yours.
Get judgment-free tips and innovative ideas.

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.

See how you stay in the loop.

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