Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Monrovia. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best for Safety
Earned the highest safety score in Monrovia. Our safety dimension weighs inspection history, deficiency records, and parent-reported safety culture across reviews.
Best Curriculum
Earned the highest curriculum score in Monrovia. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
Best Arts & Music
Earned the highest arts & music score in Monrovia. 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 Monrovia. This dimension covers enrichment programs — languages, STEM, yoga, cooking, field trips, and other activities beyond the core curriculum.
Foothill Preschool at 240 E. Foothill Blvd in Monrovia has served the community since 1980 with a year-round, STEAM-integrated curriculum combining academic learning during the school year with play-based summer programs. The center enrolls children up to age 6, offering full working-day hours Monday–Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and emphasizes character development alongside academics through creative play and enrichment activities in Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, dance, cooking, and regular field trips. Parent reviews on Facebook and Yelp reflect high satisfaction and a welcoming environment, and the active Instagram presence signals engaged administration. However, families should verify that the center's CCLD license status is active at ccld.ca.gov before enrolling, as records currently show it pending, and should confirm age admission policies for infants under 2 years.
Safety6.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music7.0
Infant care3.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars7.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Emphasizes that the first six years of a child's life are the most important formative years and stresses providing quality early education. Learning is delivered through creative play and character development.
Programs & activities: STEAM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math), creative play, and learning activities.
What sets it apart: Site states it is trusted by 5489 (likely families served). Located at 240 East Foothill Blvd, Monrovia, CA. No accreditations, hours, meals, ratios, or tuition stated.
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Top 10 in Monrovia
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Best for Safety
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Best Curriculum
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Best Extracurriculars
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