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Piper Preschool - Orange County (Irvine)

Daycare center in Irvine, CA. 8673 Irvine Center DR, Irvine, CA 92618

3.6 (26 on Google)Read parent reviews
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Piper Preschool - Orange County (Irvine) in Irvine, CA
AgesPreschool
HoursSee hours below
Tuition from$2,100 a month
Licensed capacity183 children
Citations on file4 (2 Type A)
On the register since2022

About the program

Piper Preschool - Orange County (Irvine) is a licensed daycare center in Irvine, California, on the state register since 2022. It is licensed for 183 children and serves preschool ages.

Piper Preschool is a multi-campus private school offering Reggio and Montessori-inspired programs for children from infancy through Pre-K.

The program follows a Montessori and Reggio Emilia approach.

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Tuition and capacity

Age groupFull-time / monthAs published
Toddler$2,100"M-F : $2100 or $2650/month"
Preschool$2,450"2 Years-3 Years 9:00am-3:00pm M-F : $2450/month"
Pre-k$2,450"4 Years+ 9:00am-3:00pm M-F : $2450/month"

Published on the program's website, read September 18, 2026. Weekly and annual rates are converted to a monthly figure. Confirm current rates and fees with the program.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeDay Care Center · 304371581
Licence statusActive since 2022
Licensed capacity183 children
Inspections on file1
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Citations on file4Area median for centers: 1
Type A (immediate risk)2176 of 753 centers have at least one
Substantiated complaints31 inspection visits · last visit March 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

101170(d)(2) · 101227(a)(7)(B · 101215.1(m) · 101226(3)(A) · 101229(a)(1) · 101212(d)(1)(C) · 101221(b)(8)(C)

Open the state record for each visit report.

What parents say

We feel incredibly grateful to have found Piper. From the very beginning, the care and intention has been so heartwarming - it truly feels like a place where children are deeply seen, understood, and supported. They have the perfect balance of structure without rigidity. You can tell each child’s individuality is very respected and uplifted/celebrated. The teachers are clearly highly trained and knowledgeable, and…

Alisar El Rayess · 5/5 on Google · 6 months ago

We love Piper Preschool! Our son is always excited to go and looks forward to school every day. After summer break, he couldn’t wait to get back. His teachers are wonderful, and it means so much to see him this happy and cared for. Highly recommend!

Liam Goodyear · 5/5 on Google · 2 months ago

Do not send your child to this school. They do not respect your culture or religion. Some teachers talk about children’s parents in front of the kids and other staff, and even try to rally other teachers to take their side, while disregarding your concerns. If you care about having a male staff member change your daughter’s diaper, do not go to this school - they will accuse you of being unreasonable. Furthermore, if…

S W · 1/5 on Google · 10 months ago

Piper has an amazing admin staff and teachers! My daughter has grown and developed so much at this school.

Joshua Cruz · 5/5 on Google · 2 months ago
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Getting there

8673 Irvine Center DR, Irvine, CA 92618

Questions about Piper Preschool - Orange County (Irvine)

Is Piper Preschool - Orange County (Irvine) licensed?

Yes. Piper Preschool - Orange County (Irvine) holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 304371581), with a licensed capacity of 183 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Piper Preschool - Orange County (Irvine) had any inspection violations?

California's public file shows 4 citations for Piper Preschool - Orange County (Irvine), 2 of them Type A, across 1 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.

What ages does Piper Preschool - Orange County (Irvine) take?

Piper Preschool - Orange County (Irvine) is licensed to serve preschool ages.

How much does Piper Preschool - Orange County (Irvine) cost?

Piper Preschool - Orange County (Irvine) publishes full-time tuition from $2,100 to $2,450 a month on its website, read in September 2026. Ask about registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

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