Best Daycares in Monrovia, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 10 daycares and childcare centers in Monrovia based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Monrovia

  1. #1 — First Lutheran Preschool Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Canyon Early Learning Center Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →

  3. #3 — MyAcademyPreschool Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool Score: 71%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Foothill Preschool Score: 70%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — KID-FIT Score: 66%

    Programs: Preschool, Adult education, School, Active life, Education. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Montessori Academy of Arcadia Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Tiny Treasures Preschool Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Monrovia Preschool Score: 49%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Lighthouse Kids Score: 14%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Religious organization. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score percentage combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%), then normalizes across captured positive categories. Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Monrovia?
First Lutheran Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Monrovia based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Monrovia?
Our Guide Score percentage combines weighted evidence from Google rating, review volume, web and contact presence, profile completeness, accreditation, press recognition, and years of operation, then normalizes across categories with captured positive evidence. There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Monrovia?
Childcare costs in Monrovia vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.