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4 Montessori Daycares in El Monte, California

Find the best montessori daycares in El Monte, California. Browse 4 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Montessori Daycares in El Monte

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — montessori daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Telstar Montessori Child Care Center
    4.64 score
    5(9)

    9320 Telstar Avenue, El Monte, CA · Capacity: 62 children

    Telstar Montessori Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, engaging Montessori-based learning approach, and noticeable academic and social development in their children. Multiple parents report their children are excited to attend daily and feel their kids are in a safe, loving environment.

    Caring and professional staffchild-centered teaching approachchildren show enthusiasm for attendingacademic and social skill development
  2. 2
    Bright Kids Montessori Academy
    4 score
    5

    4434 Santa Anita Avenue, El Monte, CA · Capacity: 42 children

  3. 3
    Annex Montessori Childcare Center
    3.88 score
    3.8(7)

    3400 Aerojet, El Monte, CA · Capacity: 37 children

    Annex Montessori Childcare Center receives mostly positive feedback for its Montessori approach, caring teachers, and developmental progress. However, recent reviews highlight significant operational concerns including frequent staff and director turnover, inconsistent classroom quality between age groups, and safety/administrative issues.

    Montessori teaching methodologycaring and patient teachersstrong developmental milestones and academic progresswarm nurturi

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Montessori Daycares in El Monte, California

Montessori daycares in El Monte follow the Maria Montessori method, emphasizing child-led learning, mixed-age classrooms, and hands-on materials. These 4 programs offer an alternative to traditional daycare with a focus on independence and self-directed activity.

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

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Bright Kids Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4434 Santa Anita Avenue, El Monte, CA
Phone
(626) 350-1399
Telstar Montessori Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Telstar Montessori Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, engaging Montessori-based learning approach, and noticeable academic and social development in their children. Multiple parents report their children are excited to attend daily and feel their kids are in a safe, loving environment.

Caring and professional staffchild-centered teaching approachchildren show enthusiasm for attending
Address
9320 Telstar Avenue, El Monte, CA
Phone
(626) 569-2640
Annex Montessori Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Annex Montessori Childcare Center receives mostly positive feedback for its Montessori approach, caring teachers, and developmental progress. However, recent reviews highlight significant operational concerns including frequent staff and director turnover, inconsistent classroom quality between age groups, and safety/administrative issues.

Montessori teaching methodologycaring and patient teachersstrong developmental milestones and academic progress
Address
3400 Aerojet, El Monte, CA
Phone
(626) 569-2641
Agape Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
9537 Telstar Avenue, El Monte, CA
Phone
(626) 450-7686

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 montessori daycares in El Monte, California. Browse our directory to compare programs, read parent reviews, and find the best option for your child.
The Montessori method is an educational approach developed by Dr. Maria Montessori that emphasizes child-led learning, hands-on activities, and mixed-age classrooms. Children choose their own activities from a range of options, learning at their own pace. Montessori classrooms use specialized materials designed to develop practical life skills, sensory awareness, language, math, and cultural understanding.
Most Montessori programs in El Monte serve children from infancy (as young as 6 weeks) through age 6, with some extending to elementary and even middle school. The core Montessori age groups are infant/toddler (0–3 years), primary/preschool (3–6 years), and lower elementary (6–9 years).
Montessori school tuition in El Monte typically ranges from $800 to $2,000+ per month for full-time enrollment, depending on the child's age and the program. Infant and toddler programs tend to cost more due to smaller group sizes. Some Montessori schools offer financial aid, sliding scale fees, or sibling discounts.
When selecting a montessori daycare in El Monte, consider:
  • Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
  • Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
  • Check licensing status with California's regulatory agency
  • Review the curriculum and daily schedule
  • Read parent reviews for firsthand experiences
  • Compare staff-to-child ratios across facilities