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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in South El Monte, CA

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in South El Monte. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

South El Monte, California at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
3
Top rated (4.5+)
1

South El Monte offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 91733 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in South El Monte

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 South El Monte, based on parent reviews

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

South El Monte zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
917335
5
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in South El Monte (18–98 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in South El Monte based on parent reviews

Akitoi Learning Center

5(3)

1824 Central Avenue, South El Monte, CA

Parents highlight the center's effective pre-k teachers and positive behavior plans, noting significant social and academic progress for their children. Reviewers appreciate the daily activity reports and staff support in areas like potty training, though they caution that the center is best suited for families seeking a school-readiness head start.

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Daycare types in South El Monte

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in South El Monte, California

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in South El Monte, California, making up 40% of the 5 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 South El Monte have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 3 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in South El Monte, 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 South El Monte

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Akitoi Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the center's effective pre-k teachers and positive behavior plans, noting significant social and academic progress for their children. Reviewers appreciate the daily activity reports and staff support in areas like potty training, though they caution that the center is best suited for families seeking a school-readiness head start.

experienced pre-k teacherspositive behavior reinforcementdaily activity reports
Address
1824 Central Avenue, South El Monte, CA
Phone
(626) 283-5542
Epiphany Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10915 Michael Hunt Dr., South El Monte, CA
Phone
(626) 442-6264

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in South El Monte, California, out of 5 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 South El Monte have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in South El Monte, 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
South El Monte offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church 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 South El Monte for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in South El Monte 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.