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Irvine Community Nursery School

Daycare center in Irvine, CA. 14341 Yale Avenue, Irvine, CA 92604

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Irvine Community Nursery School in Irvine, CA
AgesPreschool
HoursSee hours below
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity24 children
Citations on file2
On the register since1994

About the program

Irvine Community Nursery School is a licensed daycare center in Irvine, California, on the state register since 1994. It is licensed for 24 children and serves preschool ages.

Irvine Community Nursery School is a play-based parent cooperative preschool located in Irvine, California, serving children ages two to six.

The program follows a play-based and co-op approach.

Play-basedCo-op

Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Irvine Community Nursery School does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,100 a month.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeDay Care Center · 304270061
Licence statusActive since 1994
Licensed capacity24 children
Inspections on file3
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Citations on file2Area median for centers: 1
Type A (immediate risk)0176 of 753 centers have at least one
Substantiated complaints03 inspection visits · last visit August 2026

California cites a Type A violation for an immediate risk to the health or safety of children, and a Type B violation for a record-keeping or maintenance item. The state file gives counts, dates and regulation numbers, not the inspector's notes.

Regulations cited

1596.8662(b)(1) · 1596.8662(b)(1)

Open the state record for each visit report.

What parents say

We loved our two years at Irvine Community Nursery School! It’s a truly special play-based, parent-participation program where kids get plenty of time to explore, interact, and develop social skills. Our daughter started at just 3 years old, freshly potty trained, and transitioned more easily than we expected. In the first year she enjoyed school, and in the second year she really blossomed - literally running…

Alexander Reeves · 5/5 on Google · a year ago

This preschool was recommended to me and I’m so happy it was! I had two kids go through this school and the environment is warm, nurturing, and centered around play-based learning, which was exactly what my children needed to thrive. What really sets this school apart is the incredible staff. The teachers go above and beyond in every way - not only are they knowledgeable and experienced, but they also genuinely care…

Katherine Wiles · 5/5 on Google · a year ago

Our daughter started at ICNS shortly after she turned 3 and it has been absolutely wonderful for her. I fell in love with the school and teachers instantly. My daughter loves being outside, and getting messy, and that is a big part of their day. Everything about the school is set up for young children to play, explore and learn new skills. Our child has grown both emotionally and socially since she began attending…

Josia Jolliff · 5/5 on Google · a year ago

We absolutely love our son’s co-op preschool! The community here is so warm, welcoming, and truly feels like a family. Ms. Bushra and Ms. Donna are incredible teachers, kind, patient, and so dedicated to helping each child grow. Every day, my son comes home excited to share something new he’s learned. We’re so grateful for the care, attention, and positive environment they create. This school has been such a…

Chelsea Fishbein · 5/5 on Google · a year ago
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Getting there

14341 Yale Avenue, Irvine, CA 92604

Questions about Irvine Community Nursery School

Is Irvine Community Nursery School licensed?

Yes. Irvine Community Nursery School holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 304270061), with a licensed capacity of 24 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Irvine Community Nursery School had any inspection violations?

California's public file shows 2 citations for Irvine Community Nursery School, across 3 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.

What ages does Irvine Community Nursery School take?

Irvine Community Nursery School is licensed to serve preschool ages.

How much does Irvine Community Nursery School cost?

Irvine Community Nursery School does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

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