Tzu Chi Great Love's mission is to provide students with a rich and rewarding educational experience that will motivated them to enhance their academic learning and to develop inner strength.
All Tzu Chi Great Love preschool programs reflect a commitment to provide young children with the opportunity to promote their positive character traits of kindness, trustworthiness, and integrity.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked CA School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,250
- Average class size: 24 students
- Application Deadline: Sep. 1
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2006
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
72 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
85%
State avg.: 51%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
24 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniforms Required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Sep. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$1050 for Regular Schedule, $1250 for extend schedule
Summer Program Cost Notes
Addition Summer Activity fee required
Admissions Director
Christina Rodriguez
Admissions Associate
Christina Rodriguez
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Nurturing child development with love, patience, and empathy.
- Preschool Age: 2 years and 6 months through 4 years 11 months School Operating Days & Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool cost?
Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool's tuition is approximately $1,250 for private students.
What is Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool's ranking?
Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool?
The application deadline for Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool is Sep. 1.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool is Calvary Road Baptist Academy (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Foothill Preschool (0.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Foothill Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
240 E Foothill Blvd
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 358-9147
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 358-9147
0.2 miles
Gr: K | 4 students
Calvary Road Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
319 W Olive Ave
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 358-4070
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 358-4070
0.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 20 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Immaculate Conception Catholic School
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
726 S Shamrock Ave
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 358-5129
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 358-5129
0.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 156 students
First Lutheran School
(Other Lutheran)
1323 S Magnolia Ave
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 357-3596
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 357-3596
0.9 miles
Gr: K-9 | 86 students
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Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
819 Buena Vista St
Duarte, CA 91010
(626) 359-9592
Duarte, CA 91010
(626) 359-9592
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 84 students Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate listed
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