Saddleback Children's Center
Daycare center in Rancho Sta Margarita, CA. 30322 Via Con Dios, Rancho Sta Margarita, CA 92688
About the program
Saddleback Children's Center is a licensed daycare center in Rancho Sta Margarita, California, on the state register since 1989. It is licensed for 120 children and serves preschool ages.
Saddleback Children's Center is a Christian preschool in Rancho Santa Margarita serving children ages two to five.
The program follows a faith-based and nature-based approach and states NAEYC accreditation.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Saddleback Children's Center 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
1596.857(a)
Open the state record for each visit report.
What parents say
My two children went here for preschool and I would definitely recommend it. The teachers are caring and kind. My children always felt safe and had a lot of fun. They still speak highly about their time at this school.
Jessica C. · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoBoth our boys went here and have had most of the teachers! We have nothing but great things to say! If you’re looking for a caring preschool facility with loving teachers this is the place! We were so sad to move up to kindergarten. We wish we found this school sooner. The addition of the outside play and learning was such a bonus. My one son loved the chickens so much. I think when he first started, he was nervous,…
Kimberly Vespia · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoWe absolutely loved our time at Saddleback Children’s. The teachers and staff are so involved and caring. We loved the outdoor based curriculum and positive atmosphere. Highly recommend.
Allie Olson · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoI had 3 kids go to this school for 7 consecutive years and we absolutely loved it! The teachers are all so loving, and they do an amazing job at teaching their young students to socialize, follow rules, and develop skills at their academic level. They use a variety of different teaching approaches, including teacher instruction, circle time, one-on-one time with the teacher & student, sensory play, and so on. I love…
Stephanie Jacobson · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoGetting there
30322 Via Con Dios, Rancho Sta Margarita, CA 92688
Questions about Saddleback Children's Center
Is Saddleback Children's Center licensed?
Yes. Saddleback Children's Center holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 300606937), with a licensed capacity of 120 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Saddleback Children's Center had any inspection violations?
California's public file shows no citations for Saddleback Children's Center, across 4 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.
What ages does Saddleback Children's Center take?
Saddleback Children's Center is licensed to serve preschool ages.
How much does Saddleback Children's Center cost?
Saddleback Children's Center does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
