Updated Nov 6, 2026 · Data from state licensing records · Methodology
Tustin, CA has 42 licensed child care centers and school-age programs with 2,854 licensed seats in Kinfield's index. 10 accept infants. 14 (33%) have no citations on record, and the typical program has 1.
What inspectors cite most in Tustin
Largest programs with no citations on record
| Program | ZIP | Seats | Ages | Last inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army, the | 92782 | 237 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2026-08-19 |
| Catalyst Kids-Heideman | 92780 | 105 | School age | 2026-08-31 |
| Tusd Kindergarten Readiness Academy-Ladera | 92782 | 48 | Preschool | 2026-02-10 |
| Cub Care - Tustin Preschool | 92780 | 42 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2026-10-16 |
| Tustin Community Pre School, INC | 92780 | 40 | Preschool | 2026-08-18 |
| St. Cecilia School | 92780 | 30 | Preschool | 2026-03-03 |
| Tusd Kindergarten Readiness-Nelson | 92780 | 24 | Preschool | 2026-03-05 |
| Tusd Kindergarten Readiness Academy-Beswick | 92780 | 24 | Preschool | 2026-10-21 |
| Tusd Kindergarten Readiness Academy-Estock | 92780 | 24 | Preschool | 2025-10-16 |
| Tusd Kindergarten Readiness Academy-Heideman | 92780 | 24 | Preschool | 2026-08-31 |
| Tusd Kindergarten Readiness Academy-Sycamore | 92780 | 24 | Preschool | 2025-11-03 |
| Great Foundations Montessori-Tustin | 92782 | 24 | Infant, Toddler | 2026-10-08 |
No citations is a good sign, not a guarantee: newer programs have had fewer visits. Check the inspection dates.
Programs with the most citations
| Program | ZIP | Seats | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grace Harbor Church and School | 92780 | 78 | 24 |
| Aldersgate United Methodist Church Day Care Center | 92780 | 15 | 8 |
| Grace Harbor Church and School | 92780 | 16 | 8 |
| Kiddie Academy of Tustin | 92780 | 72 | 7 |
| Aldersgate United Methodist Church Day Care Center | 92780 | 65 | 7 |
| St. Jeanne De Lestonnac School | 92780 | 100 | 6 |
| Newport Ave Preschool & Kindergarten | 92780 | 70 | 5 |
| Aldersgate Untied Methodist Church Day Care Center | 92780 | 65 | 4 |
| Red Hill Montessori Preschool | 92780 | 56 | 4 |
| Tustin Preschool | 92780 | 45 | 4 |
Large programs are inspected more and can carry more citations. Open each record for dates and corrections.
Neighborhoods by ZIP code
How to check a Tustin daycare
Search any program on Kinfield or the official California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) site. Our California guide explains what each finding means. Citation counts reflect how often inspectors visit and what each regulator records, so compare programs within the same state, not across states. A citation is a finding at one visit, not a rating. Check each program's page for dates and whether it was corrected.
Shortlisting programs? A Kinfield report pulls one program's full record, recent visits, what parents say and the questions to ask on your tour, reviewed by a person. $12, or 3 for $25.
Frequently asked questions
How many daycares are in Tustin, CA?
Kinfield lists 42 licensed child care centers and school-age programs in Tustin, CA, with 2,854 licensed seats. Home-based providers are counted separately.
How many Tustin daycares take infants?
10 licensed programs in Tustin, CA are licensed to care for infants.
What is the most common daycare citation in Tustin?
"Mandated reporter (child abuse) training (Health and Safety Code §1596.8662(b)(1))", cited at 8 programs in Tustin.