The Children's Courtyard of Lake Forest
Daycare center in Lake Forest, CA. 21772 Lake Forest Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630
About the program
The Children's Courtyard of Lake Forest is a licensed daycare center in Lake Forest, California, on the state register since 2021. It is licensed for 134 children and serves preschool ages.
The Children's Courtyard in Lake Forest provides daycare and preschool programs for children aged six weeks to six years.
The program includes meals.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. The Children's Courtyard of Lake Forest 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
Open the state record →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
101223(a)(3) · 101216.3(a) · 101216.3(b) · 1596.7995(a)(1) · 101212(d)(1)(D) · 101161(a)
Open the state record for each visit report.
What parents say
Our toddler always has a great time. They provide food and diapers which is a huge help. The food options change regularly and have a good variety. The staff is very friendly and caring! The cost is very reasonable. They have add on activities which are very engaging. I can't say enough good things about Children's Courtyard!
Ben Peoples · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoAthinia, Mr. Kyle, Ms. Jo and Ms. Mylah are always super sweet and helpful. My little one has loved attending school with the different enrichment classes offered. All the staff is very helpful and always go above and beyond to make sure my little one is cared for.
Monica Nava · 5/5 on Google · 4 months agoMy daughter has been going to Children’s Courtyard since she was 18months and she will soon be graduating. I am so thankful for the kind hearted staff that works at this school. They have always been kind and welcoming to us. I love the school events, it’s nice to meet other parents. The Director and administration team always communicate with us and they are always available. I would definitely recommend this school…
L J · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoWe have sent all three of our children here and have nothing but great things to say about the Children’s Courtyard Lake Forest. The staff is extremely friendly and supportive. There are minimal closing days compared to any other daycare or Montessori school around. All meals are provided except during infancy, which is very convenient. There is extreme transparency and you can check on your child at all hours…
Bryan Kawata · 5/5 on Google · 10 months agoGetting there
21772 Lake Forest Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Questions about The Children's Courtyard of Lake Forest
Is The Children's Courtyard of Lake Forest licensed?
Yes. The Children's Courtyard of Lake Forest holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 304371512), with a licensed capacity of 134 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has The Children's Courtyard of Lake Forest had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows 6 citations for The Children's Courtyard of Lake Forest, 3 of them Type A, 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 The Children's Courtyard of Lake Forest take?
The Children's Courtyard of Lake Forest is licensed to serve preschool ages.
How much does The Children's Courtyard of Lake Forest cost?
The Children's Courtyard of Lake Forest does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
