Where little ones
are known,
not just watched.
A licensed, multicultural home daycare in Irvine for babies through age twelve — backyard play, home-cooked meals, and one steady adult who learns every child by name.
A daycare that runs like a home, because it is one.
Tarina Daycare is a licensed in-home program tucked into a quiet Irvine neighborhood, where the ratio of grown-ups who know your kid's name stays high and the day never feels institutional. Meals are cooked, not delivered. Birthdays are celebrated. Cultures are honored, not just mentioned.
Led by longtime instructor Gisele Vaziri and a small, steady care team, the program blends guided early learning with plenty of unscheduled, hands-in-the-dirt play — the kind that actually builds confidence, language, and independence at each age and stage.
Four programs, one house.
Every age group keeps its own rhythm, room, and seat count — so the group your child joins actually fits them.
Infant Care
Gentle, one-on-one attention built around your baby's own nap and feeding rhythm, not a room-wide schedule.
14 seats availableChildcare
Early language, movement, and first friendships — through hands-on play and daily routines that build real confidence.
14 seats availablePreschool
Kindergarten-ready foundations paired with a Montessori-inspired, child-led approach to learning and play.
10 seats availableAfter-School
Homework support, group play, and a soft landing between the school bell and pickup time.
11 seats availableFour kinds of growth happen before pickup.
Every child gets a moment to be seen.
Birthdays, cultural holidays, and quiet milestones all get marked here — building the friendship and belonging that make drop-off easy.
Language grows through play, not worksheets.
Songs, story time, and playful discussion build vocabulary and communication in a setting that never feels like a lesson.
Outside, every day, rain or shine.
Daily time in the secure yard builds strength, balance, and the kind of confidence that only comes from running around outdoors.
Meals are cooked here, not dropped off.
Home-cooked food and unhurried mealtimes teach healthy habits and give the day a warm, shared center point.
Not a franchise. Not a classroom of forty.
The whole program stays small on purpose — that's the point, not a limitation.
Irvine daycare, without the waitlist maze
A trusted, licensed program right in the neighborhood — safe, engaging, and easy to actually get into.
Home daycare, with a real curriculum
Personalized care and early learning support inside a home environment your child can settle into fast.
Family daycare, priced like one
An affordable, home-based alternative to the big centers — without cutting corners on attention or safety.
Five steps from "just looking" to enrolled.
Screening
A short, friendly call to understand your child's age group and needs.
Tour
Walk the space, meet the team, and see a real day in progress.
Application
Submit online or in person — we follow up within a couple of days.
Registration
Forms and health records, handled simply and without the paperwork headache.
Admission
Orientation day, and your child officially joins the Tarina family.
Forty-four reviews, one recurring theme.
Parents keep mentioning the same three things: communication, food, and how excited their kids are to walk in the door.
A first-time-parent family says their infant settled in fast, with daily updates on feeding and naps that made the whole transition far less stressful.
— Michelle H., infant programAnother parent points to the weekly art classes and daily backyard time as the reason their toddler now asks to go in every morning.
— April G., toddler programOne family highlights the home-cooked meals and thoughtfully planned birthday and cultural celebrations as what sets the program apart from bigger centers.
— Christopher M., preschool programA few frames from an ordinary Tuesday.
What parents usually ask first.
Is daycare tax deductible?
Often, yes. Eligible daycare expenses for children under 13 can typically be claimed as a tax credit. Check current IRS guidance or a tax professional to confirm your specific eligibility.
How much does daycare cost?
Costs vary by age group and program type — infant care generally runs higher than toddler or preschool care. Ask us for current rates during your tour; we're happy to walk through the specifics.
How to get free or subsidized daycare?
Some families qualify for subsidized care through government programs, nonprofits, or employer benefits, usually based on income or employment status. We can point you toward local resources.
How should I prepare my child for daycare?
Steady routines, practiced goodbyes, and a favorite comfort item all help. We're glad to talk through a gradual introduction plan that fits your child's temperament.
What should I look for on a tour?
Watch how staff talk to the kids, ask about safety protocols and daily structure, and trust your gut about whether the space feels warm rather than just tidy.
Come see the backyard for yourself.
Tours run by appointment, Monday through Friday. Bring your questions — we'd rather answer them in person than over email.
- 📍Address3562 Nutmeg St, Irvine, CA 92606
- 📞Phone(949) 558-6607
- ✉️Emailinfo@tarinadaycareirvine.com
- 🕐HoursMon–Fri, 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
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