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Best Church Daycare in Claremont, CA

Compare 4 church daycare in Claremont. Average rating: 4.69/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Claremont, California at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.69/5
Parent reviews
118
Top rated (4.5+)
9

Claremont has 4 licensed church daycare with 118 parent reviews averaging 4.69/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 82% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 91711 zip code, averaging 4.69 stars across 19 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Claremont

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
    Claremont United Church Of Christ Ecc
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    233 W Harrison Ave, Claremont, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 64 children

    NOTE: The reviews provided are for a church facility, not a daycare center. Reviews praise Claremont United Church of Christ as a welcoming, progressive Protestant congregation with engaging pastors, excellent music programs, and strong community support. Parents appreciate the inclusive environment and quality children's ministry.

    Welcoming and inclusive communityprogressive valuesengaging sermonsexcellent music and choir
  2. 2
    Claremont United Church Of Christ-Early Childhood
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    233 W. Harrison, Claremont, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 32 children

    NOTE: These reviews are for the church facility, not the daycare program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming, progressive community and quality services, but contain no information about early childhood care or educational programs.

    Inclusive and affirming communityengaged pastorsquality sermons and musicchildren's ministry offerings
  3. 3
    International Montessori School Of Claremont
    4.45 score
    4.7(9)

    341 W. San Jose Avenue, Claremont, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

    International Montessori School of Claremont receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, genuine Montessori approach, and strong focus on socio-emotional development alongside academics. However, one detailed review raises serious concerns about supervision ratios, safety incidents, record-keeping practices, and educational regression. The school has a 4.7/5 Google rating with 9 recent reviews.

    Certified Montessori educationcaring and accommodating staffindividual attention to student needssocio-emotional learning support
  4. 4
    Ability First
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    480 South Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

    Ability First Claremont is highly praised by parents for its exceptional staff and comprehensive programming. Parents consistently highlight the caring, compassionate team members and the variety of activities including swimming, therapy, arts and crafts. Children show notable improvements in behavior and social skills, with families expressing strong trust and gratitude for the facility.

    Staff professionalism and compassionswimming pool and physical therapy programsstructured activitieschild development improvements

Rating Distribution

Based on 11 daycares with Google ratings in Claremont

4.5 - 5.0
9
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.63avg rating
13 daycares · 7 rated

Church Daycare

4.6avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Claremont zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9171119
4.69
9

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Claremont (12–132 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

10

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Claremont based on parent reviews

Claremont United Church Of Christ Ecc

4.6(20)

233 W Harrison Ave, Claremont, CA

NOTE: The reviews provided are for a church facility, not a daycare center. Reviews praise Claremont United Church of Christ as a welcoming, progressive Protestant congregation with engaging pastors, excellent music programs, and strong community support. Parents appreciate the inclusive environment and quality children's ministry.

Welcoming and inclusive communityprogressive valuesengaging sermons

Claremont United Church Of Christ-Early Childhood

4.6(20)

233 W. Harrison, Claremont, CA

NOTE: These reviews are for the church facility, not the daycare program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming, progressive community and quality services, but contain no information about early childhood care or educational programs.

Inclusive and affirming communityengaged pastorsquality sermons and music

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Daycare types in Claremont

Child Daycare & Preschools 13Church Daycare 4Before or After School Daycare 2

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Church Daycare in Claremont, California

There are 4 church daycare in Claremont, California, making up 21% of the 19 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 Claremont have an average rating of 4.69 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities, with 82% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 118 parent reviews.

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

All Church Daycare in Claremont

Showing 4 results

Claremont United Church Of Christ Ecc
Church Daycare
4.6

NOTE: The reviews provided are for a church facility, not a daycare center. Reviews praise Claremont United Church of Christ as a welcoming, progressive Protestant congregation with engaging pastors, excellent music programs, and strong community support. Parents appreciate the inclusive environment and quality children's ministry.

Welcoming and inclusive communityprogressive valuesengaging sermons
Address
233 W Harrison Ave, Claremont, CA
Phone
(909) 624-2916
Claremont United Church Of Christ-Early Childhood
Church Daycare
4.6

NOTE: These reviews are for the church facility, not the daycare program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming, progressive community and quality services, but contain no information about early childhood care or educational programs.

Inclusive and affirming communityengaged pastorsquality sermons and music
Address
233 W. Harrison, Claremont, CA
Phone
(909) 624-2916
Claremont Presbyterian Church Children'S Center
Church Daycare
Address
1111 North Mountain, Claremont, CA
Phone
(909) 626-6261
Claremont Presbyterian Church Children'S Center
Church Daycare
Address
1111 No. Mountain, Claremont, CA
Phone
(909) 626-6261

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 church daycare daycares in Claremont, California, out of 19 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 Claremont have an average Google rating of 4.69 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities. About 82% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Claremont, 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
Claremont offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Claremont for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Claremont 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.