Children at daycare

Best Preschools in Claremont, CA

Find the best preschools in Claremont, California. Browse 5 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Preschools in Claremont

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

  1. 1
    Claremont Abc For Me Preschool
    4.38 score
    5(3)

    1700 Danbury Rd., Claremont, CA · Capacity: 37 children

    Parents describe a deeply caring environment where staff, including Director Adetayo Ilori-Akiwowo, treat children like their own. Reviewers highlight significant developmental gains, including potty training, speech therapy for delays, and English language acquisition for non-native speakers. The program is praised for its creative, hands-on curriculum and engaging social and emotional learning opportunities.

    Caring and dedicated staffeffective potty training supportspeech delay assistanceengaging hands-on learning
  2. 2
    International Montessori Preschool
    4.09 score
    4.2(4)

    211 E. Arrow Hwy, Claremont, CA · Capacity: 48 children

    Several parents highlight exceptional staff dedication, safety, and individualized support that helped special needs children thrive and enjoy daily attendance. However, one former family reports serious issues including inconsistent supervision ratios, unrecorded attendance, physical injuries, and educational regression despite reported concerns.

    supportive staffsafety focusindividualized attentionspecial needs success

Browse by type in Claremont

🎨 Preschools 5

Browse by category in Claremont

All daycares Child Daycare & Preschools Headstart Programs Church Daycare Before or After School Daycare

Preschools in Claremont, California

Claremont has 5 preschool programs designed to prepare children ages 3-5 for kindergarten. These programs focus on early literacy, social skills, and structured learning in a nurturing environment.

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

All Preschools in Claremont

Showing 5 results

Claremont Abc For Me Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe a deeply caring environment where staff, including Director Adetayo Ilori-Akiwowo, treat children like their own. Reviewers highlight significant developmental gains, including potty training, speech therapy for delays, and English language acquisition for non-native speakers. The program is praised for its creative, hands-on curriculum and engaging social and emotional learning opportunities.

Caring and dedicated staffeffective potty training supportspeech delay assistance
Address
1700 Danbury Rd., Claremont, CA
Phone
(909) 730-7181
International Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Several parents highlight exceptional staff dedication, safety, and individualized support that helped special needs children thrive and enjoy daily attendance. However, one former family reports serious issues including inconsistent supervision ratios, unrecorded attendance, physical injuries, and educational regression despite reported concerns.

supportive staffsafety focusindividualized attention
Address
211 E. Arrow Hwy, Claremont, CA
Phone
(909) 399-9222
Claremont Usd-Sumner/Danbury State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1745 Lynoak Dr, Claremont, CA
Phone
(909) 398-0373
Mt View Preschool/Claremont Unified School Dist.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
851 Santa Clara Avenue, Claremont, CA
Phone
(909) 398-0308
Prestige Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Prestige Preschool Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across all reviews. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff, personalized attention to each child, high-quality curriculum, and strong communication through daily reports and photos. The facility offers enriching activities, optional extracurriculars, and support with developmental milestones like potty training.

Knowledgeable and caring staff who know children by namepersonalized attentionquality daily activities
Address
520 W. Baseline Avenue, Claremont, CA
Phone
(909) 399-0081

Page 1 of 1· 5 results

Frequently asked questions

There are 5 preschools in Claremont, California. Browse our directory to compare programs, read parent reviews, and find the best option for your child.
Most preschool programs in Claremont accept children between ages 2.5 and 5. Many children start at age 3 or 4, about one to two years before kindergarten. Look for signs of readiness such as being comfortable away from parents, ability to follow simple instructions, and interest in playing with other children.
While both provide childcare, preschools in Claremont typically focus more on structured educational activities to prepare children for kindergarten. Preschool programs often run half-day or school-year schedules, while daycare centers offer full-day, year-round care. Many facilities combine both, offering preschool curriculum within a full-day daycare setting.
Preschool costs in Claremont typically range from $600 to $1,500 per month for full-time programs. Half-day programs are usually less expensive. Some preschools offer financial aid, and California may have state-funded pre-K programs for qualifying families. Contact individual facilities for current tuition rates.
When selecting a preschool in Claremont, 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