Small-group infant, toddler, preschool & flexible 24-hour childcare near Irvine Spectrum — warm, loving care where children are treated like family.
Happy Palm Daycare is a licensed home-based daycare in Irvine, California, near Irvine Spectrum, offering warm, small-group care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. It's owned and led by Shadi Mirshahi (License #304313679) and has cared for Irvine families since 2018, with flexible 24-hour and weekend scheduling.
California licensed family child care home · Verify our license → · Schedule a free tour
The warmth of a home with the routines, learning and safety standards parents expect.
A maximum of 14 children means every child is truly known, comforted and encouraged — never lost in a crowd.
Evenings, weekends and overnight by arrangement — built for real working-parent schedules.
Arts, music, language and hands-on discovery build curiosity and confidence every day.
Fresh, balanced meals daily — even picky eaters tend to eat well here.
A spotless, child-proofed home, secure outdoor play, and full California licensing (#304313679) you can verify.
Nights, weekends, early mornings, overnights — real schedules aren't 9-to-5, and neither are we. Same warm, licensed care at every hour.
From your first baby steps as a parent to confident preschoolers, we grow right alongside your child.
Gentle, attentive care for babies — feeding, naps and cuddles on your child's rhythm.
Learn more →Busy little explorers thrive with routines, language, potty-training help and lots of play.
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Kindergarten-ready learning: letters, numbers, art, social skills and confidence.
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Before/after school, evenings, weekends and overnight care for working parents.
Learn more →“I treat every child like my own — with patience, warmth, and a loving heart.”
Hi, I'm Shadi. I studied child behaviour in Melbourne, Australia and trained as a Montessori teacher before opening Happy Palm in Irvine. For me, caring for children isn't a job — it's a calling.
Families have trusted me with their babies for years, and many stay until kindergarten. That trust means everything to me.
— Shadi Mirshahi
A quick, honest look at how a small licensed home daycare stacks up against the alternatives.
| What matters to parents | Happy Palm Home daycare | Large center | Nanny |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small group, individual attention | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Same trusted caregiver every day | ✓ | ~ | ✓ |
| Flexible, evening & 24-hour care | ✓ | ✗ | ~ |
| Fresh home-cooked meals included | ✓ | ~ | ✗ |
| State-licensed & inspected | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Daily play with other children | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| More affordable than 1-on-1 nanny | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
✓ = yes · ~ = varies by provider · ✗ = typically not. A general comparison to help you decide what fits your family.
Children feel safest when they know what comes next. Here's a typical day (we flex it to each child's needs).
Warm welcomes, hugs, and gentle play as friends arrive.
Songs, calendar, weather and naming feelings together.
Letters, numbers, art and hands-on, play-based discovery.
Fresh air, running and climbing to grow strong bodies.
A fresh, balanced meal shared together at the table.
Calm, supervised rest so everyone recharges.
A healthy snack and favorite books together.
Creative play until pickup — plus evening & overnight by arrangement.
A perfect 5.0 across 34 Google reviews. Here's what parents say in their own words.
“My daughter barely spoke when she joined, but within 4–5 months her speech progressed amazingly. Ms. Shadi and her staff are kind and warm-hearted.”
“Shadi is an absolutely great daycare provider — incredibly caring and very good with kids. She treats her relationships with parents as true partnerships.”
“We had both of our sons at Shadi's licensed home daycare. Overall it was a really positive, warm experience for our whole family.”
“We absolutely love this daycare. From the moment you walk in it feels welcoming and safe, and my child comes home happy and learning new things.”
“Top-notch care and education — drawing, English lessons, and delicious meals. The care here is truly exceptional.”
“My daughter attended from four months to three years old and I couldn't be happier. Mrs. Shadi has been warm, welcoming and incredibly attentive.”
Real photos from our home — celebrations, learning, friendships and play.
Tuition depends on your child's age, schedule and care needs. The best way to get accurate pricing and check open spots is a quick call or text.
Happy Palm Daycare is a licensed family childcare provider in Irvine, CA. License #304313679 — you're always welcome to verify it.
Right by Irvine Spectrum and Los Olivos — convenient for families across Irvine and South Orange County.
Schedule a friendly, no-pressure tour. Meet Shadi, see the play spaces, and ask anything about care for your little one.