About Happy Stars Child Care — Licensed Home Daycare in Irvine, CA

Meet Mana — The Heart Behind Happy Stars

Mana is the owner and primary caregiver at Happy Stars Child Care — a licensed family home daycare located in Irvine, CA 92604. She is passionate about early childhood development and has dedicated her career to creating a safe, loving, and stimulating environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive.

Mana started Happy Stars Child Care because she believes every child deserves more than just supervision — they deserve genuine nurturing, intentional learning, and a warm place they’re excited to come to every day. Her home is that place.

As a California State Licensed childcare provider (License #304312586), Mana holds herself to the highest standards of safety, care, and early education. Every child in her care is treated like family.

Mana’s Philosophy of Care

At Happy Stars, Mana believes the foundation of great childcare is trust, consistency, and love. Young children thrive when they feel safe, seen, and understood. That’s why everything she does — from the daily schedule to learning activities — is designed with your child’s emotional and developmental wellbeing at the center.

Mana follows the Mother Goose Time curriculum, a nationally recognized early learning program that uses play, music, storytelling, and hands-on activities to build foundational skills in literacy, math, and social-emotional development. Learning at Happy Stars never feels like work — it feels like fun.

Why Families Trust Mana at Happy Stars Child Care

🏠 A True Home Environment

Unlike large daycare centers, Happy Stars is a genuine family home daycare in Irvine. Mana cares for children in her own home — calm, cozy, and free from the noise and chaos of institutional settings. For infants and toddlers especially, this makes a huge difference.

👶 Small Groups Mean More Attention

Mana intentionally keeps her group size small so every child receives the individualized attention they need and deserve. She knows every child’s personality, quirks, favorite songs, and comfort needs — because she takes the time to truly know them.

✅ Licensed, Inspected & Compliant

Happy Stars Child Care is fully licensed by the State of California (License #304312586) and meets all state health, safety, and childcare requirements. Mana’s home is regularly inspected so you never have to wonder — you know your child is in a safe, certified environment.

📚 Enriching Curriculum Every Day

Every day in Mana’s care is purposeful. Through the Mother Goose curriculum, children engage in age-appropriate activities that build language, motor skills, creativity, and social skills — all while playing and having fun. Mana prepares children for preschool and kindergarten without pressure.

🕐 Flexible, Family-Friendly Hours

Mana is available Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM — hours designed to support working parents in Irvine. Drop off knowing your child is in her hands, and pick up to a happy, well-cared-for little one.

Proudly Serving Families in Irvine, CA 92604

Happy Stars Child Care is conveniently located at Irvine CA 92604, serving families from Woodbridge, Westpark, El Camino Real, Orangetree, University Park, and all surrounding Irvine communities.

If you’re looking for a trusted licensed home daycare in Irvine for your infant, toddler, or preschooler — Mana would love to meet your family. Call her or send a message to schedule a free tour of her home.

📞 (949) 677-6846
📍 Irvine CA 92604
🕐 Mon–Fri | 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
🏅 CA License #304312586