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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Montclair, CA

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Montclair. Average rating: 4.9/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Montclair, California at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.9/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Montclair has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 20 parent reviews averaging 4.9/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 91763 zip code, averaging 4.9 stars across 10 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Montclair

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.

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    Heartwood Child Development Center
    4.65 score
    4.9(13)

    4883 Kingsley Street, Montclair, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 14 children

    Heartwood Child Development Center receives consistently excellent reviews with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, engaging activities, educational value, and strong communication. Multiple families report their children thriving across all age groups from infants through school-age.

    Caring and attentive staffengaging activities and learning programssafe and reliable environmentexcellent communication with parents

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Montclair

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Montclair, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
5 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.9avg rating
5 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Montclair zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9176310
4.9
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Montclair (14–105 children)

Small

up to 30 children

6

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Montclair based on parent reviews

Heartwood Child Development Center

4.9(13)

4883 Kingsley Street, Montclair, CA

Heartwood Child Development Center receives consistently excellent reviews with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, engaging activities, educational value, and strong communication. Multiple families report their children thriving across all age groups from infants through school-age.

Caring and attentive staffengaging activities and learning programssafe and reliable environment

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Daycare types in Montclair

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Before or After School Daycare 5

Child Daycare & Preschools in Montclair, California

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Montclair, California, making up 50% of the 10 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Montclair have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 20 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Montclair, 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 Montclair

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Heartwood Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Heartwood Child Development Center receives consistently excellent reviews with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, engaging activities, educational value, and strong communication. Multiple families report their children thriving across all age groups from infants through school-age.

Caring and attentive staffengaging activities and learning programssafe and reliable environment
Address
4883 Kingsley Street, Montclair, CA
Phone
(909) 626-0955
Omsd/Howard Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4650 Howard Street, Montclair, CA
Phone
(909) 591-2339
Mexican Amer. Opportunity Found. Fremont Presch.
Child Daycare & Preschools

Reviews are highly polarized. Most parents praise the caring teachers and their children's happiness, but two negative reviews cite serious concerns about staff conduct and behavior toward children.

Caring and loving teacherschildren are happychildren thrive academically and socially
Address
9950 Fremont Avenue, Montclair, CA
Phone
(909) 626-1092
Omsd/Moreno Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4825 Moreno, Montclair, CA
Phone
(909) 624-2672
Easter Seals Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9950 Monte Vista, Montclair, CA
Phone
(909) 626-1700

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Montclair, California, out of 10 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Montclair have an average Google rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Montclair, 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
Montclair offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Montclair for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Montclair 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.