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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Montrose, CA

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Montrose. Average rating: 4.78/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Montrose, California at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.78/5
Parent reviews
28
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Montrose has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 28 parent reviews averaging 4.78/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 91020 zip code, averaging 4.78 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Montrose

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
    Valley Vista School INC.
    4.64 score
    5(9)

    3825 Orangedale Avenue, Montrose, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

    Valley Vista School Inc. receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the quality of care, experienced staff, and well-rounded educational approach. Parents report significant child development gains in academics, social-emotional skills, and behavior, with children entering elementary school well-prepared. The facility is noted as a long-established community staple with a warm, nurturing environment.

    warm and patient teacherschild development and academic preparationsocial-emotional skill buildingbalanced learning through play
  2. 2
    Armenian Sisters Academy
    3.93 score
    3.9(12)

    2361 Florencita, Montrose, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    Armenian Sisters Academy receives predominantly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, small class sizes, and strong community environment. The school emphasizes Armenian culture, language, religion, and academics. A small number of reviews cite concerns about favoritism among staff.

    Loving and attentive staffaccessible directorsmall class sizesstrong academic education

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Montrose

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.78avg rating
5 daycares · 5 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Montrose zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
910206
4.78
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Montrose (21–90 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Montrose based on parent reviews

Valley Vista School INC.

5(9)

3825 Orangedale Avenue, Montrose, CA

Valley Vista School Inc. receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the quality of care, experienced staff, and well-rounded educational approach. Parents report significant child development gains in academics, social-emotional skills, and behavior, with children entering elementary school well-prepared. The facility is noted as a long-established community staple with a warm, nurturing environment.

warm and patient teacherschild development and academic preparationsocial-emotional skill building

Montrose Preschool & Infant Care

5(3)

2700 Montrose Avenue, Montrose, CA

One parent highlights former leadership's compassion and success in earning an award, while others appreciate the engaging program and professional staff that made their children excited for school. The few reviews so far mention strong teacher quality and management, though one comment explicitly notes these positive experiences were based on a previous director rather than the current state of the center.

compassionate leadershipaward-winning historyengaging program

Bright Future Montessori INC.

5(2)

1911 Waltonia Dr., Montrose, CA

One parent highlights the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and nurturing environment as a perfect fit for their children. Another review notes that their two children have attended since infancy, praising the communicative and engaging nature of the program which provides peace of mind.

caring staffengaging curriculumnurturing environment

Bright Future Montessori INC Infant Care

5(2)

1911 Waltonia Dr., Montrose, CA

Armenian Sisters Academy

3.9(12)

2361 Florencita, Montrose, CA

Armenian Sisters Academy receives predominantly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, small class sizes, and strong community environment. The school emphasizes Armenian culture, language, religion, and academics. A small number of reviews cite concerns about favoritism among staff.

Loving and attentive staffaccessible directorsmall class sizes

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Montrose, California

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Montrose, California, making up 83% of the 6 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 Montrose have an average rating of 4.78 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.78 stars. Our analysis covers 28 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Montrose, 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 Montrose

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Bright Future Montessori INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and nurturing environment as a perfect fit for their children. Another review notes that their two children have attended since infancy, praising the communicative and engaging nature of the program which provides peace of mind.

caring staffengaging curriculumnurturing environment
Address
1911 Waltonia Dr., Montrose, CA
Phone
(818) 309-4422
Montrose Preschool & Infant Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights former leadership's compassion and success in earning an award, while others appreciate the engaging program and professional staff that made their children excited for school. The few reviews so far mention strong teacher quality and management, though one comment explicitly notes these positive experiences were based on a previous director rather than the current state of the center.

compassionate leadershipaward-winning historyengaging program
Address
2700 Montrose Avenue, Montrose, CA
Phone
(818) 249-4048
Bright Future Montessori INC Infant Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1911 Waltonia Dr., Montrose, CA
Phone
(818) 309-4422
Valley Vista School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Valley Vista School Inc. receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the quality of care, experienced staff, and well-rounded educational approach. Parents report significant child development gains in academics, social-emotional skills, and behavior, with children entering elementary school well-prepared. The facility is noted as a long-established community staple with a warm, nurturing environment.

warm and patient teacherschild development and academic preparationsocial-emotional skill building
Address
3825 Orangedale Avenue, Montrose, CA
Phone
(818) 249-7336
Armenian Sisters Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Armenian Sisters Academy receives predominantly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, small class sizes, and strong community environment. The school emphasizes Armenian culture, language, religion, and academics. A small number of reviews cite concerns about favoritism among staff.

Loving and attentive staffaccessible directorsmall class sizes
Address
2361 Florencita, Montrose, CA
Phone
(818) 249-8783

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Montrose, California, out of 6 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 Montrose have an average Google rating of 4.78 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Montrose, 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
Montrose offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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 Montrose for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Montrose 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.