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35 Child Daycare & Preschools in La Puente, California

Browse all 35 child daycare & preschools in La Puente, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in La Puente

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
    Puente Ave Preschool
    4.45 score
    4.7(9)

    14032 Dillerdale St, La Puente, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Puente Ave Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, director Ms. Kimberly, safety standards, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children learn and develop well, with strong communication between staff and families. One dissenting review criticizes the facility as a cash grab without providing specific details.

    Staff warmth and patiencedaily communication with familiessafety and cleanliness standardsindividualized child care
  2. 2
    Puente Avenue Preschool
    4.45 score
    4.7(9)

    14032 Dillerdale Ave, La Puente, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Puente Avenue Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, cleanliness, safety, and family-oriented environment. Parents consistently highlight strong communication, individual attention to children, and engaging learning activities. One negative review claims the facility is a cash grab.

    caring and friendly staffexcellent safety and cleanlinessstrong parent-staff communicationengaging learning activities
  3. 3
    Bassett Head Start/Erwin
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    943 N. Sunkist Avenue, La Puente, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 168 children

    This appears to be a data error, as the reviews provided are for various college/vocational instructors and classes (water treatment, electrical, administrative assistant, ABE), not for Bassett Head Start/Erwin daycare center in La Puente. No actual daycare reviews are present.

    Unable to assess daycare-specific feedback due to mismatched review data
  4. 4
    Amar Children'S Center
    4.3 score
    4.6(5)

    1000 N. California Ave., La Puente, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 384 children

    Amar Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 4-5 stars. Parents highlight the quality of staff and teachers, noting their children are happy and well-prepared for elementary school during their time at the center from ages 1.5 to 5.5 years old.

    caring and helpful staffhappy childrenskill developmentpreparation for elementary school
  5. 5
    La Puente Discovery Center
    4.05 score
    4.1(5)

    13921 E. Amar Road, La Puente, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    LA PUENTE DISCOVERY CENTER receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, year-round availability, and strong parent communication. However, one parent raised serious concerns about portion sizes, supply management, child safety incidents, staffing levels, and educational quality.

    Dedicated and patient staffyear-round operation with minimal closuresstrong parent-child communication via Class Dojo with photos/videosclean facility
  6. 6
    Leaps And Bounds
    4.05 score
    4.1(5)

    13921 Amar Road, La Puente, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Leaps and Bounds receives mixed reviews ranging from 1-5 stars. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, year-round operation, strong parent communication, and developmental support. However, one negative review raises concerns about small food portions, supply management, staff-to-child ratios, lack of incident communication, and limited educational programming.

    Caring and patient staffyear-round operation with minimal closuresstrong parent-teacher communication via Class Dojo with daily photos/videosdevelopmental support (potty training
  7. 7
    Montessori Academy Of La Puente
    3.75 score
    3.6(8)

    846 N. Orange Avenue, La Puente, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children

    Montessori Academy of La Puente receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the warm, caring staff, enriching Montessori curriculum, and pleasant outdoor campus environment. However, a few parents report issues with management rudeness, high tuition costs for non-subsidized families, and concerns about understaffing and overcrowding in infant/toddler rooms.

    Caring and warm staffstrong academic instruction in math and literacysupportive environment for working familiessmall class sizes in some programs

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in La Puente based on parent reviews

Puente Ave Preschool

4.7(9)

14032 Dillerdale St, La Puente, CA

Puente Ave Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, director Ms. Kimberly, safety standards, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children learn and develop well, with strong communication between staff and families. One dissenting review criticizes the facility as a cash grab without providing specific details.

Staff warmth and patiencedaily communication with familiessafety and cleanliness standards

Puente Avenue Preschool

4.7(9)

14032 Dillerdale Ave, La Puente, CA

Puente Avenue Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, cleanliness, safety, and family-oriented environment. Parents consistently highlight strong communication, individual attention to children, and engaging learning activities. One negative review claims the facility is a cash grab.

caring and friendly staffexcellent safety and cleanlinessstrong parent-staff communication

St. Stephen Academy

5(3)

1718 N. Walnut Avenue, La Puente, CA

Amar Children'S Center

4.6(5)

1000 N. California Ave., La Puente, CA

Amar Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 4-5 stars. Parents highlight the quality of staff and teachers, noting their children are happy and well-prepared for elementary school during their time at the center from ages 1.5 to 5.5 years old.

caring and helpful staffhappy childrenskill development

Options Surround Care- Northam

5(1)

423 Shipman, La Puente, CA

Creative Corners Preschool

4.6(1)

13628 Lomitas Avenue, La Puente, CA

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Child Daycare & Preschools 35Headstart Programs 10Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

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Child Daycare & Preschools in La Puente, California

There are 35 child daycare & preschools in La Puente, California, making up 74% of the 47 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 La Puente, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in La Puente

Showing 35 results

Options Early Learning Center-Hurley
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
535 S. Laura Ave., La Puente, CA
Phone
(626) 839-3868
St. Stephen Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1718 N. Walnut Avenue, La Puente, CA
Phone
(626) 918-0796
Puente Ave Preschool Infant Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
14032 Dillerdale Ave, La Puente, CA
Phone
(626) 338-3464
St Stephens Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1718 N. Walnut, La Puente, CA
Phone
(626) 918-9476
Options Surround Care-Rorimer
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
18750 E. Rorimer, La Puente, CA
Phone
(626) 810-7509

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Frequently asked questions

There are 35 child daycare & preschools daycares in La Puente, California, out of 47 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 La Puente, 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 Puente offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 35 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 10 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 Puente for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in La Puente 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.