Ranked among the top 3 childcare centers in Fontana across all 11 quality dimensions — placing this center in the very top tier of local options.
Best Curriculum
Earned the highest curriculum score in Fontana. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
Best K-Ready
Earned the highest kindergarten-readiness score in Fontana. This dimension reflects pre-literacy, pre-math, and school-readiness preparation reported by parents and visible in the curriculum.
Best Management
Earned the highest management score in Fontana. This dimension reflects director responsiveness, communication, operational consistency, and the overall tone families experience from leadership.
Best Arts & Music
Earned the highest arts & music score in Fontana. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.
Best Extracurriculars
Earned the highest extracurricular score in Fontana. This dimension covers enrichment programs — languages, STEM, yoga, cooking, field trips, and other activities beyond the core curriculum.
Full Ranking Detail
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St. Mary's Montessori School - Fontana is the only AMI-recognized Montessori program in the Inland Empire, serving infants through pre-kindergarten at 7370 W Liberty Pkwy in Fontana. The center operates with authentic Association Montessori International (AMI-USA) credentialing, offering Nido infant care, multiple classroom communities through elementary levels, and extended weekday hours from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm to support working families. It draws strong engagement with 91 Yelp reviews—among the highest review volumes in the Fontana market—and is part of the established St. Mary's Montessori Schools multi-campus network. Families should note that authentic AMI Montessori requires parent buy-in to the philosophy, and tuition reflects the credentialed curriculum; it is not a play-based or eclectic program.
Safety6.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music7.0
Infant care6.0
Kindergarten readiness8.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management7.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars7.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Montessori approach, aligned with Association Montessori International (AMI-USA) educational standards. Includes a faith-based component.
Programs & activities: Nido Community (infant care), Infant Community, Primary, and Elementary programs; afterschool programs; Summer 2026 program; Atrium Faith Program; and a meal program.
What sets it apart: Faith-based Atrium program, Acts of Service and Supporting Others community programs, meal program provided, and a parent portal for enrolled families. Located in the Heritage Hills community of Fontana, CA.
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Top 3 in Fontana
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Best Curriculum
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Best K-Ready
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<span style="font-size:13px;color:#4A4A46;line-height:1.5;">Earned the highest kindergarten-readiness score in Fontana. This dimension reflects pre-literacy, pre-math, and school-readiness preparation reported by parents and visible in the curriculum.</span>
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Best Management
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<span style="font-size:13px;color:#4A4A46;line-height:1.5;">Earned the highest management score in Fontana. This dimension reflects director responsiveness, communication, operational consistency, and the overall tone families experience from leadership.</span>
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<span style="font-size:13px;color:#4A4A46;line-height:1.5;">Earned the highest arts & music score in Fontana. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.</span>
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<span style="font-size:13px;color:#4A4A46;line-height:1.5;">Earned the highest extracurricular score in Fontana. This dimension covers enrichment programs — languages, STEM, yoga, cooking, field trips, and other activities beyond the core curriculum.</span>
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