Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Riverside. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best Arts & Music
Earned the highest arts & music score in Riverside. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.
Full Ranking Detail
Ages 2–6yrMontessori MethodArts & Music
Kids Time Montessori is a state-licensed Montessori preschool at 5524 Grand Avenue in Riverside, CA, serving children ages 2 through 6 and operating since 2005. The center integrates Montessori methodology with enrichment activities including computer studies, music, creative dramatics, dance, and physical education, delivered in a developmentally appropriate, child-centered environment. Open Monday–Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, it offers full-time, part-time, after-care, and summer programs, and accepts subsidies including Gain-DPSS and RCOE support. Parent feedback on Daycares.co and Yellow Pages is uniformly positive with perfect 5-star ratings; the center is licensed for 31 children and carries a small capacity that warrants early enrollment inquiries. Families requiring infant care should note the 2-year minimum age requirement.
Safety6.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music7.0
Infant care4.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management7.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars7.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Integrates the Montessori Method, the Whole Child concept, and the Theory of Multiple Intelligences. Describes a developmentally appropriate, child-centered, stress-free environment that respects individual learning styles.
Programs & activities: Preschool program for ages 2-6, plus extracurricular activities aimed at developing cognitive skills, confidence, and problem-solving. Holiday and community events.
What sets it apart: State-licensed preschool and daycare operating since 1990 in Riverside, CA. Accepts children not yet potty-trained and provides training support; accepts subsidies (Gain-DPSS, RCOE) and works with other childcare sponsoring agencies.
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Best Arts & Music
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