Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Corona, CA
Compare 34 child daycare & preschools in Corona. Average rating: 4.31/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Corona, California at a glance
- Programs
- 34
- Avg rating
- 4.31/5
- Parent reviews
- 199
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 9
Corona has 34 licensed child daycare & preschools with 199 parent reviews averaging 4.31/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 53% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 92881 (avg 4.53 stars), while 92882 has the largest selection (14 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Corona
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1The Learning Center For Kids4.8 score5(20)
1585 E. Ontario Avenue, Corona, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
The Learning Center for Kids (J4K) in Corona receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews, with parents praising the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight their children's positive development in academics, social skills, and emotional growth, along with strong parent communication through daily photos and updates.
Kind and attentive staffexcellent parent communicationengaging curriculum balancing learning and playchildren excited to attend - 2Wee Folk Farm4.72 score4.9(20)
7702 El Cerrito Road, Corona, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 53 children
Note: Reviews appear to be for Olive Branch Christian School/Church, not a daycare center named Wee Folk Farm. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the faith-based educational environment, caring staff, and community atmosphere.
Christ-centered educationcaring and compassionate staffsmall class sizes with individualized attentionsafe learning environment - 3Belltower Montessori Academy4.56 score4.7(20)
1187 Magnolia Avenue, Corona, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children
Belltower Montessori Academy receives consistently excellent ratings from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and effective Montessori approach. Parents report strong child development, smooth transitions, excellent communication, and a nurturing environment where children are happy and engaged in learning. Leadership is noted as actively involved and responsive to parent concerns.
Warm and caring staffhands-on Montessori curriculumstrong child development and independence buildingexcellent communication and daily updates via app - 4South Hills Community Church4.56 score4.7(20)
2585 S. Main Street, Corona, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 120 children
South Hills Community Church in Corona receives consistently positive feedback from families. Parents praise the engaging pastoral leadership, welcoming community atmosphere, and quality children's programs including nursery and children's ministry services.
Engaging and relatable sermonswelcoming and non-judgmental communityquality nursery and children's ministry programsfriendly staff - 5King'S Kids Learning Center4.47 score4.8(7)
2725 S. Main St., Corona, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 101 children
King's Kids Learning Center in Corona, California receives consistently high praise from parents and former students. Reviewers highlight the caring staff, safe environment, educational focus on values like empathy and teamwork, and engaging activities including field trips and outdoor play. The center appears to create lasting positive memories for children across multiple age groups.
Safe and nurturing environmentcaring and friendly staffoutdoor activities and - 6Sunrise Children'S Center4.31 score4.5(8)
1421 Rimpau Avenue, Corona, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 89 children
Sunrise Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, engaging activities, and strong ownership. However, one family reported concerns about staff communication, unfriendly attitudes, and favoritism during their month-long enrollment, along with a safety incident involving vehicle transport.
Caring and nurturing teachersclean and organized facilityexcellent communication and daily updatesengaging activities and enrichment programs - 7Corona-Norco Family Ymca4 score4(9)
1331 River Road, Corona, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 77 children
Corona-Norco Family YMCA receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, open communication, and welcoming environment, particularly for infant care. However, some parents report serious concerns about staff attentiveness, meal monitoring, and interpersonal issues with certain staff members.
Friendly and caring staffopen door policyresponsive communicationexperienced teachers - 8Magnolia Preschool And Kindergarten4 score4(7)
13130 Magnolia Avenue, Corona, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 104 children
Magnolia Preschool and Kindergarten receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising caring teachers, strong parent communication, and children's enthusiasm for attending. However, some parents reported concerns about injury reporting, excessive non-emergency phone calls to parents, and inadequate diaper changes.
Caring and attentive teachersgood parent-teacher communicationmonthly activity calendars shared with parentsinclusive environment - 9Prime Years Academy3.84 score3.7(6)
495 Santana Way, Corona, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Prime Years Academy receives mostly positive feedback from parents praising the caring staff, Islamic curriculum integration, and hands-on activities that keep children engaged and happy. However, two low-rated reviews cite concerns about administrative communication regarding waitlists and facility availability during stated hours.
Caring and nurturing teachershands-on and creative activitiesIslamic education integrated with academicsstrong parent communicatio - 10Corona Del Rey Child Development3.74 score3.6(9)
1148 D Street, #B, Corona, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children
Corona del Rey Child Development has mixed reviews with significant discrepancies. Positive reviews praise the spacious facilities, reliable staff, and peaceful living environment, while negative reviews cite poor customer service, maintenance issues, and declining property conditions.
Spacious apartmentsreliable maintenance staffclean facilitiesquiet environment
Rating Distribution
Based on 17 daycares with Google ratings in Corona
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 199 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Corona, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Corona zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92881 | 5 | 4.53 | 2 | |
| 92882 | 14 | 4.33 | 4 | |
| 92879 | 13 | 4.23 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Corona (24–252 children)
Small
up to 30 children
3
Medium
31–75 children
19
Large
76–150 children
13
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Corona based on parent reviews
The Learning Center For Kids
1585 E. Ontario Avenue, Corona, CA
The Learning Center for Kids (J4K) in Corona receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews, with parents praising the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight their children's positive development in academics, social skills, and emotional growth, along with strong parent communication through daily photos and updates.
Wee Folk Farm
7702 El Cerrito Road, Corona, CA
Note: Reviews appear to be for Olive Branch Christian School/Church, not a daycare center named Wee Folk Farm. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the faith-based educational environment, caring staff, and community atmosphere.
Belltower Montessori Academy
1187 Magnolia Avenue, Corona, CA
Belltower Montessori Academy receives consistently excellent ratings from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and effective Montessori approach. Parents report strong child development, smooth transitions, excellent communication, and a nurturing environment where children are happy and engaged in learning. Leadership is noted as actively involved and responsive to parent concerns.
King'S Kids Learning Center
2725 S. Main St., Corona, CA
King's Kids Learning Center in Corona, California receives consistently high praise from parents and former students. Reviewers highlight the caring staff, safe environment, educational focus on values like empathy and teamwork, and engaging activities including field trips and outdoor play. The center appears to create lasting positive memories for children across multiple age groups.
Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten
1114 W. Ontario Avenue, Corona, CA
Parents highlight the loving and kind staff, noting that the director and teachers create a clean, cozy, and wholesome environment. Reviewers appreciate the developmentally appropriate academic focus, including writing and counting, as well as the provision of organic snacks.
Sunrise Children'S Center
1421 Rimpau Avenue, Corona, CA
Sunrise Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, engaging activities, and strong ownership. However, one family reported concerns about staff communication, unfriendly attitudes, and favoritism during their month-long enrollment, along with a safety incident involving vehicle transport.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Corona, California
There are 34 child daycare & preschools in Corona, California, making up 94% of the 36 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Corona have an average rating of 4.31 out of 5 across 17 rated facilities, with 53% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 199 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Corona, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents highlight the loving and kind staff, noting that the director and teachers create a clean, cozy, and wholesome environment. Reviewers appreciate the developmentally appropriate academic focus, including writing and counting, as well as the provision of organic snacks.
- Address
- 1114 W. Ontario Avenue, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 737-2187
The Learning Center for Kids (J4K) in Corona receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews, with parents praising the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight their children's positive development in academics, social skills, and emotional growth, along with strong parent communication through daily photos and updates.
- Address
- 1585 E. Ontario Avenue, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 737-6942
Note: Reviews appear to be for Olive Branch Christian School/Church, not a daycare center named Wee Folk Farm. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the faith-based educational environment, caring staff, and community atmosphere.
- Address
- 7702 El Cerrito Road, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 279-7111
King's Kids Learning Center in Corona, California receives consistently high praise from parents and former students. Reviewers highlight the caring staff, safe environment, educational focus on values like empathy and teamwork, and engaging activities including field trips and outdoor play. The center appears to create lasting positive memories for children across multiple age groups.
- Address
- 2725 S. Main St., Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 734-0923
Belltower Montessori Academy receives consistently excellent ratings from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and effective Montessori approach. Parents report strong child development, smooth transitions, excellent communication, and a nurturing environment where children are happy and engaged in learning. Leadership is noted as actively involved and responsive to parent concerns.
- Address
- 1187 Magnolia Avenue, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 432-7787
- Address
- 13550 Tolten Avenue, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 278-9680
Several parents highlight the loving staff and comprehensive academic and enrichment programs, noting that former students maintain strong positive connections to the school years later. However, one review reports a negative interaction with staff regarding parking and registration inquiries.
- Address
- 111 W. 8th Street, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 735-6766
Sunrise Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, engaging activities, and strong ownership. However, one family reported concerns about staff communication, unfriendly attitudes, and favoritism during their month-long enrollment, along with a safety incident involving vehicle transport.
- Address
- 1421 Rimpau Avenue, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 272-2022
Corona-Norco Family YMCA receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, open communication, and welcoming environment, particularly for infant care. However, some parents report serious concerns about staff attentiveness, meal monitoring, and interpersonal issues with certain staff members.
- Address
- 1331 River Road, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 736-9622
- Address
- 2781 S. Lincoln Avenue, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 736-7466
Parents highlight exceptional management, cleanliness, and organization, noting that the staff is kind, welcoming, and dedicated to children's safety and happiness. One reviewer contrasts the value favorably against a previous, more expensive preschool, while another notes their child's enjoyment of attending. A brief mention of 'Christ is amazing' suggests a faith-based or welcoming spiritual environment, though specific religious programming details are not elaborated upon.
- Address
- 935 N. Mckinley, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 549-8396
Magnolia Preschool and Kindergarten receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising caring teachers, strong parent communication, and children's enthusiasm for attending. However, some parents reported concerns about injury reporting, excessive non-emergency phone calls to parents, and inadequate diaper changes.
- Address
- 13130 Magnolia Avenue, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 272-0977
Prime Years Academy receives mostly positive feedback from parents praising the caring staff, Islamic curriculum integration, and hands-on activities that keep children engaged and happy. However, two low-rated reviews cite concerns about administrative communication regarding waitlists and facility availability during stated hours.
- Address
- 495 Santana Way, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 372-9109
- Address
- 475 E. Grand Blvd., Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 736-9163
- Address
- 312 S. Merrill Street, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 734-8026
Corona del Rey Child Development has mixed reviews with significant discrepancies. Positive reviews praise the spacious facilities, reliable staff, and peaceful living environment, while negative reviews cite poor customer service, maintenance issues, and declining property conditions.
- Address
- 1148 D Street, #B, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (760) 942-3433
- Address
- 550 Hamilton Drive, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 509-5000
- Address
- 2791 Green River Road, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 735-5490
- Address
- 2266 Griffin Way, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 340-2821
- Address
- 2380 Fullerton Avenue, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 278-3196
Parents consistently praise Kindercare Learning Center in Corona for its safe, nurturing environment and caring staff. Children show notable improvements in speech, social skills, and academic development. Parents appreciate the daily communication through photos/videos and report high child satisfaction with attendance.
- Address
- 1080 Highgrove, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 371-9346
KinderCare Learning Center in Corona receives mixed reviews. The majority of parents praise the caring staff, clean facility, educational activities, and strong communication. However, a small number of parents report serious concerns about communication breakdowns, unexplained charges, staff rudeness, and inappropriate handling of developmental issues.
- Address
- 1655 Hidden Valley Parkway, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 898-5677
- Address
- 260 W. Ontario Ave., Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 371-6731
- Address
- 260 W. Ontario Avenue, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 371-6731
- Address
- 500 Merrill, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 737-2530
- Address
- 13550 Tolton Avenue, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 549-8492
- Address
- 1040 S. Vicentia Avenue, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 340-1526
- Address
- 280 E Ontario Avenue, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 735-0917
- Address
- 224 South Joy Street, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (760) 942-3433
- Address
- 1901 W. Ontario Avenue, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 734-5683
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