Creche & DaycareEast Legon, Greater Accra
Montessori-informed early years and daycare centre in East Legon serving 3 months–5 years.
- Ages
- 3 months – 5 years
- Approach
- Montessori
Creche & DaycarePreschoolMontessori School
Preschool · Greater Accra
Preschools in East Legon
A large residential area in the east of Accra with a wide range of early years and primary options. Preschools and nurseries preparing young children for the transition into KG and primary school.
Preschools in East Legon: EarlyDays lists 4 preschools in East Legon, Greater Accra. Fees, curriculum and admissions windows are shown only when the school has published them.
Last updated: 12 September 2026.
preschools listed
4
Ages covered
3 months – 18 years
Approaches
Montessori, EYFS, Cambridge and +1 more
Services
Full day, Meals, Transport and +4 more
About preschools in East Legon
East Legon is one of the most established residential areas in Accra for families, and one of the deepest concentrations of early years schools in the country. Options here span from small home-based creches through internationally-accredited primaries following EYFS, Cambridge and IB pathways. Traffic on Boundary Road and Lagos Avenue is the main practical consideration: most parents look for a school within a 10–15 minute pick-up window, which is why we let you filter by inner East Legon vs the Hills and Adjiringanor extensions.
Creche & Daycare
PreschoolEast Legon, Greater Accra
International school on Boundary Road, East Legon. International Early Years Curriculum, Cambridge Primary, with A'Levels and boarding.
- Ages
- Pre-School – Age 11 (primary)
- Approach
- EYFS, Cambridge
PreschoolKindergartenPrimary School
PreschoolEast Legon, Greater Accra
Cambridge Curriculum school on Djanie Ashie Street, East Legon. preschool through upper secondary.
- Ages
- Preschool – Secondary (documented primary ages 6–11)
- Approach
- Cambridge
PreschoolKindergartenPrimary School
Creche & DaycareEast Legon, Greater Accra
Montessori-informed early years in East Legon with a 1:4 teacher-to-child ratio (school-reported).
- Ages
- 3 months – 6 years
- Approach
- Montessori
Creche & DaycarePreschoolKindergarten
Other programmes in East Legon
Preschools in nearby areas
Parent questions
＋How many preschools are there in East Legon?
EarlyDays lists 4 preschools in East Legon, Greater Accra: Acorn Montessori Day Care, Galaxy International School, The Eden School, Merry Journey Montessori Plus School.
＋From what age do preschools in East Legon accept children?
The youngest starting age we see for preschools in East Legon is 3 months at Acorn Montessori Day Care. Across all listed preschools in East Legon, ages served range from 3 months – 18 years.
＋What curricula do preschools in East Legon follow?
The preschools we list in East Legon follow a mix of pathways: Montessori (Acorn Montessori Day Care, Merry Journey Montessori Plus School); EYFS (Galaxy International School); Cambridge (Galaxy International School, The Eden School); International (Galaxy International School). Curriculum matters most from kindergarten upwards. for creches and early nurseries, look at daily rhythm, outdoor time and staff-to-child ratio first.
＋How much does a preschool cost in East Legon?
None of the preschools we currently list in East Legon have published a fee guide on EarlyDays. Fees are set individually per school and change each academic year. use the Request information button on any profile to ask directly. As a general reference, private early years fees in Greater Accra typically span GH₵1,500–GH₵15,000+ per term depending on curriculum and services.
＋Do preschools in East Legon offer school transport?
Yes. Galaxy International School lists school transport as a service. Routes and pick-up areas vary; confirm directly with each school.
＋When should I start looking for a preschool place in East Legon?
Most schools in Greater Accra work on three-term academic years (January, May and September starts). Popular preschools in and around East Legon. especially those offering EYFS, Montessori or Cambridge. fill up 6–9 months in advance for the September intake. If you're moving into East Legon or expecting a January start, begin visits 3–4 months out.
＋What should I look for on a school visit in East Legon?
The essentials to check in person: staff-to-child ratio (especially under-3s), how children are being spoken to when nobody is watching, outdoor and shaded play space, meal setup, toilet and nap facilities, safeguarding at pick-up, and how transparently the school answers about fees and hours. Almost all listed schools welcome visits. how they respond is itself a strong signal.
＋What if I can't find the right preschool in East Legon?
The nearest areas with additional preschools on EarlyDays are East Legon Hills, Adjiringanor, Spintex. Many families in and around East Legon end up at a school in an adjacent catchment. pick-up distance and traffic on your specific route usually matter more than a strict area boundary.