How do I choose the right daycare in Claremont?

When choosing a daycare in Claremont, 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

What types of daycare are available in Claremont?

Claremont offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities Church Daycare — 4 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Claremont, California (13 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in California?

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 Claremont for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Claremont

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.

Claremont United Church Of Christ Ecc

4.48 score

4.6(20)

233 W Harrison Ave, Claremont, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 64 children

NOTE: The reviews provided are for a church facility, not a daycare center. Reviews praise Claremont United Church of Christ as a welcoming, progressive Protestant congregation with engaging pastors, excellent music programs, and strong community support. Parents appreciate the inclusive environment and quality children's ministry.

Welcoming and inclusive communityprogressive valuesengaging sermonsexcellent music and choir

Claremont United Church Of Christ-Early Childhood

4.48 score

4.6(20)

233 W. Harrison, Claremont, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 32 children

NOTE: These reviews are for the church facility, not the daycare program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming, progressive community and quality services, but contain no information about early childhood care or educational programs.

Inclusive and affirming communityengaged pastorsquality sermons and musicchildren's ministry offerings

International Montessori School Of Claremont

4.45 score

4.7(9)

341 W. San Jose Avenue, Claremont, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

International Montessori School of Claremont receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, genuine Montessori approach, and strong focus on socio-emotional development alongside academics. However, one detailed review raises serious concerns about supervision ratios, safety incidents, record-keeping practices, and educational regression. The school has a 4.7/5 Google rating with 9 recent reviews.

Certified Montessori educationcaring and accommodating staffindividual attention to student needssocio-emotional learning support

Ability First

4.4 score

4.5(20)

480 South Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

Ability First Claremont is highly praised by parents for its exceptional staff and comprehensive programming. Parents consistently highlight the caring, compassionate team members and the variety of activities including swimming, therapy, arts and crafts. Children show notable improvements in behavior and social skills, with families expressing strong trust and gratitude for the facility.

Staff professionalism and compassionswimming pool and physical therapy programsstructured activitieschild development improvements

Child Daycare & Preschools in Claremont, California

There are 13 child daycare & preschools in Claremont, California, making up 68% of the 19 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 13 child daycare & preschools daycares in Claremont, California, out of 19 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Claremont, 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

Claremont offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities
Church Daycare — 4 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Claremont for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Claremont 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.

13 Child Daycare & Preschools in Claremont, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Claremont

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International Montessori School Of Claremont

Ability First

Claremont Abc For Me Preschool

International Montessori Preschool

Kinder Kountry Academy

The Children'S School At Claremont Mckenna Colleg

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