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Best Daycare Centers in La Crescenta, CA

Compare 11 daycare centers in La Crescenta. Average rating: 4.47/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

La Crescenta, California at a glance

Daycares
11
Avg rating
4.47/5
Parent reviews
17
Top rated (4.5+)
3

La Crescenta offers 11 licensed daycares, 6 of which have public ratings averaging 4.47/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 91214 zip code, averaging 4.47 stars across 11 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in La Crescenta

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    La Crescenta Montessori
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    3811 Foothill Blvd., La Crescenta, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 14 children

    Parents consistently praise La Crescenta Montessori for its caring, attentive staff and warm environment. The facility receives high marks for cleanliness, safety, communication through daily photos/videos, and supporting children's developmental progress. Parents appreciate the play-based learning approach and personal touches like washing lunch items.

    Caring and compassionate teacherswarm loving environmentexcellent communication with daily photos and videosclean and safe facility

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in La Crescenta

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in La Crescenta, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.53avg rating
9 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

3.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

La Crescenta zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9121411
4.47
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in La Crescenta (14–221 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in La Crescenta based on parent reviews

La Crescenta Montessori

5(5)

3811 Foothill Blvd., La Crescenta, CA

Parents consistently praise La Crescenta Montessori for its caring, attentive staff and warm environment. The facility receives high marks for cleanliness, safety, communication through daily photos/videos, and supporting children's developmental progress. Parents appreciate the play-based learning approach and personal touches like washing lunch items.

Caring and compassionate teacherswarm loving environmentexcellent communication with daily photos and videos

Robbin'S Nest Preschool

5(3)

2912 & 2920 Honolulu Ave., La Crescenta, CA

Parents highlight the small class sizes and highly attentive staff, noting that teachers like Ms. Rosalie and Ms. Angel provide excellent support for overcoming separation anxiety. Reviewers appreciate the transparent communication, organized office operations, and engaging holiday events that foster a safe and welcoming environment.

small class sizesexperienced and approachable staffeffective support for separation anxiety

Cloud Pre-School

4.4(4)

4444 Cloud Ave., La Crescenta, CA

Parents highlight Mrs. Homichan and other staff members as compassionate, attentive, and dedicated educators who create a warm, engaging, and individualized learning environment. Reviewers appreciate the diverse activities and active communication with families, resulting in high satisfaction and strong recommendations for the center. The few reviews so far mention no specific complaints, with parents expressing gratitude for the staff's professionalism and support during their children's transition to kindergarten.

Compassionate and attentive teacherswarm and friendly classroom atmosphereindividualized attention to each child

Mount Olive Willa Lee Nursery School

5(1)

4519 Willa Lee Avenue, La Crescenta, CA

La Crescenta Presbyterian Church Ctr. For Childre

3.7(2)

2902 Montrose Ave, La Crescenta, CA

La Crescenta Presbyterian Ctr. For Children/Infant

3.7(2)

2902 Montrose Ave., La Crescenta, CA

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Daycare types in La Crescenta

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

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Daycare Centers in La Crescenta, California

There are 11 daycare centers in La Crescenta, California. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in La Crescenta have an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 17 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in La Crescenta, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in La Crescenta

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Robbin'S Nest Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the small class sizes and highly attentive staff, noting that teachers like Ms. Rosalie and Ms. Angel provide excellent support for overcoming separation anxiety. Reviewers appreciate the transparent communication, organized office operations, and engaging holiday events that foster a safe and welcoming environment.

small class sizesexperienced and approachable staffeffective support for separation anxiety
Address
2912 & 2920 Honolulu Ave., La Crescenta, CA
Phone
(818) 248-7324
Mount Olive Willa Lee Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
4519 Willa Lee Avenue, La Crescenta, CA
Phone
(818) 249-9200
La Crescenta Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise La Crescenta Montessori for its caring, attentive staff and warm environment. The facility receives high marks for cleanliness, safety, communication through daily photos/videos, and supporting children's developmental progress. Parents appreciate the play-based learning approach and personal touches like washing lunch items.

Caring and compassionate teacherswarm loving environmentexcellent communication with daily photos and videos
Address
3811 Foothill Blvd., La Crescenta, CA
Phone
(818) 249-5437
Cloud Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents highlight Mrs. Homichan and other staff members as compassionate, attentive, and dedicated educators who create a warm, engaging, and individualized learning environment. Reviewers appreciate the diverse activities and active communication with families, resulting in high satisfaction and strong recommendations for the center. The few reviews so far mention no specific complaints, with parents expressing gratitude for the staff's professionalism and support during their children's transition to kindergarten.

Compassionate and attentive teacherswarm and friendly classroom atmosphereindividualized attention to each child
Address
4444 Cloud Ave., La Crescenta, CA
Phone
(818) 249-1414
La Crescenta Presbyterian Church Ctr. For Childre
Church Daycare
3.7
Address
2902 Montrose Ave, La Crescenta, CA
Phone
(818) 249-6137
La Crescenta Presbyterian Ctr. For Children/Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
2902 Montrose Ave., La Crescenta, CA
Phone
(818) 249-8124
Community Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4441 La Crescenta Ave, La Crescenta, CA
Phone
(818) 249-5832
La Crescenta Presbyterian Ctr. For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2902 Montrose Avenue, La Crescenta, CA
Phone
(818) 249-8124
First Steps Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3950 Foothill Blvd, La Crescenta, CA
Phone
(818) 957-6364
Holy Gate Child Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4121 La Crescenta Ave., La Crescenta, CA
Phone
(818) 542-4111
First Steps
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6245 Honolulu Ave, La Crescenta, CA
Phone
(818) 957-6364

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Frequently asked questions

There are 11 all daycares in La Crescenta, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in La Crescenta have an average Google rating of 4.47 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in La Crescenta, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with California's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in California)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
La Crescenta offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in California typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in La Crescenta for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in La Crescenta must be licensed by California's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.