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Bearpaw KinderCare

1 Bear Paw Irvine, CA 92604

Tel: (949) 552-3222

www.kindercare.com

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 76 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

We welcome you with a smile.
We look forward to encouraging and teaching your child to grow and learn ever yday.
We take every moment as a golden opportunity to complete what we were unable to finish yesterday.
We are here for you and your child!.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 76 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Bearpaw KinderCare
Pre-K	43
Kind	12
Ungraded	21

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Year Founded

1980

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Student Body

Total Students

76 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

36%

State avg.: 52%

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

We welcome you to Bearpaw, Irvine KinderCare. The moment you walk through our doors, you will feel the warmth and excitement that our wonderful teachers bring to this center. We pride ourselves in the longevity of our staff. Many of our teachers have been here for four or more years. Our teachers each have their own unique talents and ideas to enhance our excellent curriculum. Our curriculum focuses on academic, emotional, and social development in an engaging atmosphere. We offer care to children agessix weekstotwelve years, and every classroom is designed to encourage growth of the whole child. All of our programs offer exploration in dramatic play, art,math, science, and literacy. We warmly welcome you into our family, and look forward to celebrating your child’s success with you!
Our center adheres to the highest safety, cleanliness and maintenance standards. This center is accessible via single-entry security with keypad access, with daily sign-in/out and strict parent/guardian identification procedures. The Center has a secured entry door with a keypad. Photo I.D. checks are required for all pick-ups. The playground has alarmed security gates. The Center conducts fire and earthquake drills. There is also an onsite Health and Safety Coordinator.
Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
Languages Spoken: Spanish
Enrollment: Min Age - 2 years, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
NACCRRA, CalWorks, Children's Home Society and Orange County Department of Education - Refer Parents to: http://www.ocgov.com/childcare/financial.asp for information on how to enroll
Infant Programs (6 Weeks – 1 Year), Toddler Programs (1 – 2 Years), Discovery Preschool Programs (2 – 3 Years), Preschool Programs (3 – 4 Years), Prekindergarten Programs (4 – 5 Years), Before and After School Programs (5–12 Years), Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Bearpaw KinderCare?

The application deadline for Bearpaw KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Bearpaw KinderCare located?

Bearpaw KinderCare is located in the El Camino Real neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 3 other private schools located in El Camino Real.

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