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Saddleback College Children's Center

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

28000 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92692

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
3/4/2025
Total visits
5

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Saddleback College Child Development Center offers quality childcare for children ages 18 months through kindergarten entrance. The center prioritizes children of Saddleback College students, staff, and faculty, with remaining spaces available to community members.

Ages served
18 months through kindergarten entrance
Hours
Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Programs

  • •Toddler Program (18-30 months)
  • •Young Preschool Program (24-42 months)
  • •Preschool Program (3 years through kindergarten entrance)

Highlights

  • ✓3-day or 5-day schedule options
  • ✓Serves as field work and observation site for Saddleback College students in Child Development, Psychology, and Nursing programs
  • ✓Extra days available for additional charge when available

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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