Business Details
Trusted Preschool & Child Care in Mission Viejo
At Happy Minds Kids Academy, we specialize in providing a nurturing environment for early childhood development. Our programs are meticulously designed around the High/Scope, Developmental, and Montessori philosophies, ensuring children grow socially, emotionally, intellectually, and physically. We prioritize a prepared environment where children explore through hands-on experiences, guided by trained professionals who recognize each child's unique potential. Our curriculum fosters social-emotional learning, cognitive development, and practical life skills, with a strong emphasis on parent-teacher collaboration.With a decade of experience in Mission Viejo, our staff's dedication to individualized care and education has made us a trusted choice for families seeking academic and emotional enrichment. Through structured activities like summer camps and field trips, we create joyful, engaging experiences that prepare children for successful transitions to kindergarten. Our commitment to transparency, safety, and cultural sensitivity ensures parents feel confident in our care, as reflected by decades of positive testimonials highlighting our responsive communication and professional approach.
Services
Preschool Program
Summer Camp
Pre-Kindergarten
Toddler Care
Parent Involvement
Highlights and features
- We have over 10 years of experience in early childhood education and development.
- Our program combines High/Scope, Montessori, and Developmental philosophies for holistic learning.
- Daily communication ensures parents stay informed about their child's progress and activities.
- Teachers maintain consistent, nurturing relationships with every child in their care.
- Summer camps feature unique themes like reptile shows and field trips to enrich learning.
What people say
Caring staff
Well-prepared for kindergarten
Consistent communication
Engaging summer activities
Positive learning environment
Services
Preschool Program
Our Preschool Program offers structured learning tailored to children aged 2-5 years. It combines High/Scope methodology with Montessori principles to develop cognitive, social, and motor skills through hands-on activities. Certified instructors create individualized learning plans while maintaining small class sizes for personalized attention.
Summer Camp
Summer Camp provides weekly themed programs including water days, animal presentations, and field trips. Designed for children aged 18 months to 5 years, this program maintains educational continuity through play while offering social interaction opportunities. Each session incorporates STEM concepts through age-appropriate experiments and nature exploration.
Pre-Kindergarten
The Pre-Kindergarten Program focuses on kindergarten preparation through literacy, numeracy, and social skills development. Certified teachers implement curriculum aligned with California state standards while maintaining flexible pacing to accommodate individual learning needs. Weekly themed units integrate science and cultural studies concepts.
People
Ms. Fas-hana
Director
With over 15 years in early childhood education, Ms. Fas-hana established Happy Minds Kids Academy in 2012. Her leadership combines Montessori training with innovative teaching methodologies to create a nurturing learning environment for children.
Ms. Yvonne
Teacher
Ms. Yvonne brings 12 years of classroom experience to our infant and toddler programs. Certified in infant mental health, she specializes in creating secure environments that promote emotional and cognitive development for children under three.
Ms. Rashmi
Lead Teacher
Ms. Rashmi holds an AA degree in Child Development with specialization in childhood yoga. She has designed our mindfulness curriculum and manages social emotional learning programming for preschool-aged children.
Questions
What age groups does Happy Minds Kids Academy accept?
We serve children from infants at 6 weeks old through pre-kindergarten at 5 years old, with specialized programs for each developmental stage.
Are meals provided during the school day?
Children receive healthy snacks following nutritional guidelines. Parents provide packed lunches, with optional ordering available for special event days.
How does the school handle behavioral issues?
Our teachers use positive reinforcement and redirection techniques. We maintain consistent communication with families to ensure behavioral approaches align with home environments.
Is there a sick child policy?
Children showing symptoms of illness must remain home until fever-free for 24 hours without medication. We follow strict hygiene protocols to prevent disease transmission.
Reviews (4)
Lea Stoehr
Jul 22, 2021
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My 2.5 year old and 4 year old have been going here for a little over a year and a half now and I have been so happy with this child care facility. The teachers are loving and genuinely care about my kids. Both of them come home and tell me about their teachers and they love the time they spend with them and their school friends. The owner fashana takes security very seriously and has established a very professional care center. The programing during the summer is impressive and the kids have so much fun. Even through the pandemic they were still able to offer the same level of care while also
Lisa Schock
Jan 04, 2019
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Our kids early education has been an important factor since the day they were born. We came from Las Vegas and our now 2 and almost 4 year old has been in daycare since they were 3 months. Having moved to so cal we were starting from ground zero with adjustment with work, life, and finding the perfect school for our kids with a reasonable tuition because let's face it, we live paycheck to paycheck.
We toured happy minds and Fashana was welcoming and informative on how things operated and what was unique was the binders she makes for each kid to store their art and academic work for us to take home
We toured happy minds and Fashana was welcoming and informative on how things operated and what was unique was the binders she makes for each kid to store their art and academic work for us to take home
Erika Chico
Aug 23, 2018
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Both my kids went and are going to Happy Minds for preschool/daycare. The school is super organized and always puts the kids first. They have lots of play time but also time for learning and crafts. They put on events for the family and for holidays like Mothers Day and Fathers Day. At the end of the school year they have a great performance where all the classes have a song/dance routine and the preschools graduate with caps and gowns. Ms Fashana is the owner and does a great job with her staff, the kids, and communicating with the parents. She puts out a monthly news letter to tell everyone
Becca Moegling
Jun 29, 2017
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I've got two children (3 & 18/mo) at this school. We started when my son was 20 months and my youngest started when she was 14 weeks. We absolutely love this school. It is so hard and nerve racking to find a place that you are comfortable leaving your children all day / 5 days a week. I toured 7 preschool/daycares in the area prior to choosing Happy Minds Academy. When I toured this school I immediately got a good feeling when I walked in the door, it was clean and organized. I was created friendly and professionally by the assistant director and then met with the director in her office. When we
