Happy Stars Child Care

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Stephanie DeSa

Mana and her support staff have provided my family with invaluable support and love over the past year and a half. My son started in her program when he was 14 months old. He is very sensitive and so transitions are never easy for him, but he warmed up to Mana and her home very quickly, due to her kind, sincere nature, her fun play areas, the other children, and the many interactive and educational activities provided. My son is not only happy here, but he has thrived and learned so much! We searched for an in-home daycare for a long time, and finally found Manas Happy Stars program. We live (and I work) in Orange, but we continue to commute here because of the rare quality of care provided. We had a baby girl when my son was 19 months old, and she now also attends Happy Stars Child Care. We continue to be so grateful to have found this gem of a daycare. In-home daycares are such a wonderful option and this is the best one I have seen in Orange County. Mana and her staff are compassionate, loving, and truly passionate about what they do. Being a working mom is not easy, but I feel at ease sending my children here because I know it provides them with beneficial opportunities to socialize, be loved, eat healthy, play, learn, and thrive.

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Kristin M

Mana is indisputably talented in dealing with children. Not only is she well trained but she has a love for children and a natural gift in caring for them. Our daughter has been with her for over three years now and our son joined her group two years ago because we were so impressed with the excellent quality childcare that she provides. Not only does Mana provide the daily necessities, she goes above and beyond what is necessary. She cooks wonderful meals for the children and constantly rotates books and toys to provide age-appropriate stimuli for the children. Outdoor activities are a normal part of their routine. The crafts that our daughter comes home with demonstrate Manas creativity and emphasis on allowing the children to also be creative. Finally, my children are becoming quite adroit at several cognitive skills that I know are taught and practiced under Manas direction. We are so pleased to see that Mana provides such well-rounded care. We leave our children happy in the morning and find them happy when we arrive. This is so assuring for us as working parents and we are so grateful to Mana.

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Kelly Ronquillo

Our family is so fortunate to have found Mana! We moved to the OC area last summer, after looking at several options (facility and home-based) we decided to go with Happy Stars. Mana is great with all of the kids; she is loving and really cares about creating a clean and safe learning environment. My son was already verbal when he started; now, at 3 1/2 years old and almost a year of being at Happy Stars he has definitely exceeded my expectations with his wide range of vocabulary. Mana makes healthy and delicious meals and snacks for the children. She offers a variety of foods, and now my son is more open to trying new foods. My son talks about her cooking all of the time. Mana sends me pictures of my son doing various daily activities, and also reports on his academic progress. I cant put a price on the peace of mind I have knowing that my son is being well taken care of while my husband and I are at work. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for great child care in this area.

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Jayne G

My older daughter has been going to Manas for 4 years now. There was never any question that we would choose Mana for our youngest daughter when she was ready. Our youngest just started with her recently. Our oldest daughter will be starting Kindergarten in August. We felt no need to pull her from Manas to put her into a "formal" preschool. Mana has better education for the children than what I have seen at some preschools. My daughter has learned so much in her time with Mana. Mana works with the children on learning how to write, read, count, do math, learn patterns, etc. The kids get a fully rounded education at Manas. They get to play AND learn. Mana makes home cooked food for the children daily. I dont think I have ever heard Mana raise her voice....she has an excellent ability to deal with children even during their most difficult times. She is always there for the children and it shows.

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Badal Mehrotra

My son has been going here for over a year now. This place is like a 2nd home for him. Mana and her staff genuinely love what they do and it shows every time you visit. She is really very caring, takes personal interest in each kid and works through patiently whatever be the case. They have tons of stuff to do (both indoor & outdoor). They always ensure that kids have new and exciting activities to do like drawing, coloring, craft and learning. They also have special activities tailored to the occasions such as St. Patrick Day, Easter, etc. I strongly recommend this day care.

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Angel England

My daughter has been at Manas place for 2 years. All I can say is we are so lucky to find this place. Mana and all her staff really care about the kids. They take care of the kids with love. Manas place is always neat. They have spacious play room and also yard with swings, slide and painting area. Our family is deeply apprecaited the help and care we got from Mana. My daughter often asks - can we go to Manas on weeekend as well? That tells everything !

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Ghaidaa Yacoub Kashgari

If you are looking for a safe, very clean and caring daycare, this is the place!!! My only daughter joined this daycare when she was 16 months. It was very easy for her to adjust, since Mana takes a good care of her kids. The food is great, in addition to very fun activities. My daughter is two now, and believe it or not,she prefers the daycare on Disneyland!!!! I guess that shows how much she loves going to daycare :)))

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S G

Finding a right childcare is a biggest challenge for any parents and Manas daycare checks all the right boxes that parents look for in a daycare provider. We know Mana for many years now as our both kids have been under her care and we love the safe, learning and nurturing environment that she offers. Our daughters have thrived in her care and we recommend her to anyone who is looking for a daycare for their kids.

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