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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Covina, CA

Compare 11 child daycare & preschools in Covina. Average rating: 4.65/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Covina, California at a glance

Programs
11
Avg rating
4.65/5
Parent reviews
60
Top rated (4.5+)
10

Covina has 11 licensed child daycare & preschools with 60 parent reviews averaging 4.65/5.10 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 77% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 91724 zip code, averaging 4.88 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Covina

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.

  1. 1
    Kidzone Pre-School & Children Center
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    1247 W. San Bernardino Rd., Covina, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    Kidzone Pre-School & Children Center in Covina receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the caring staff and family-oriented environment. Parents report their children develop strong academic foundations and transition well to elementary school. The facility offers flexible hours and maintains students from preschool through after-school care.

    Caring and family-oriented staffstrong academic preparation for kindergarten and elementary schoolflexi
  2. 2
    Grace Lutheran Church Preschool
    4.26 score
    4.4(9)

    17880 E Covina Blvd, Covina, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 22 children

    Grace Lutheran Church Preschool is a religious facility in Covina known for its welcoming community and food bank services. Parents praise the inclusive atmosphere and community support, though some reviews focus on the food pantry program rather than childcare services. One parent was disappointed with the Christmas Eve mass experience.

    Welcoming communityfood bank assistancedonated food from local businesses like Porto'shelpful staff
  3. 3
    Grace Lutheran Church Infant Care Center
    4.26 score
    4.4(9)

    17880 E. Covina Blvd, Covina, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 16 children

    Grace Lutheran Church Infant Care Center is primarily reviewed for its food bank services rather than daycare operations. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere and community support, though some have concerns about food quality control and expiration dates.

    welcoming communityfood bank assistancedonated quality items like Porto's productshelpful staff
  4. 4
    Ready Get Grow
    3.4 score
    2.8(5)

    525 S. Stewart Dr., Covina, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

    Ready Set Grow has mixed reviews with significant concerns. While some parents praise the staff and their experience, multiple parents report serious issues including staff misconduct causing injuries, poor hygiene, inadequate supervision, overcrowding, and lack of follow-through on promises.

    Friendly staffpositive experience for some families

Rating Distribution

Based on 13 daycares with Google ratings in Covina

4.5 - 5.0
10
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Covina, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.63avg rating
11 daycares · 8 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.9avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

4.4avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Covina zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
917247
4.88
5
917226
4.6
1
917237
4.46
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Covina (12–89 children)

Small

up to 30 children

9

Medium

31–75 children

10

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Covina based on parent reviews

Kidzone Pre-School & Children Center

5(5)

1247 W. San Bernardino Rd., Covina, CA

Kidzone Pre-School & Children Center in Covina receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the caring staff and family-oriented environment. Parents report their children develop strong academic foundations and transition well to elementary school. The facility offers flexible hours and maintains students from preschool through after-school care.

Caring and family-oriented staffstrong academic preparation for kindergarten and elementary schoolflexi

American Future

5(2)

1172 E. Cypress, Covina, CA

One parent highlights the center as a caring and nurturing environment with small classrooms and a strong curriculum, while another student notes that the teachers are awesome and the experience is fun.

caring environmentloving atmospherenurturing staff

Gateway Montessori & Preschool

5(2)

4730 Grand Ave., Covina, CA

Charter Oak Day School-Infant Center

4.7(2)

20350 E. Cienega Ave., Covina, CA

Covina Educational Center State Preschool

5(1)

160 N. Barranca, Covina, CA

One reviewer notes that the Covina Education Center has been renamed to TRI-Community Barranca. No other feedback regarding childcare quality or operations is currently available.

Name change to TRI-Community Barranca

Lets Play In Spanish

5(1)

240 S Grand Ave, Covina, CA

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Daycare types in Covina

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 3Before or After School Daycare 4

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🎨 Preschools 6🌱 Montessori 3

Child Daycare & Preschools in Covina, California

There are 11 child daycare & preschools in Covina, California, making up 55% of the 20 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 Covina have an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities, with 77% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 60 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Covina, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Covina

Showing 11 results

Covina Educational Center State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One reviewer notes that the Covina Education Center has been renamed to TRI-Community Barranca. No other feedback regarding childcare quality or operations is currently available.

Name change to TRI-Community Barranca
Address
160 N. Barranca, Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 974-4204
American Future
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the center as a caring and nurturing environment with small classrooms and a strong curriculum, while another student notes that the teachers are awesome and the experience is fun.

caring environmentloving atmospherenurturing staff
Address
1172 E. Cypress, Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 332-0532
Gateway Montessori & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4730 Grand Ave., Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 331-0931
Kidzone Pre-School & Children Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Kidzone Pre-School & Children Center in Covina receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the caring staff and family-oriented environment. Parents report their children develop strong academic foundations and transition well to elementary school. The facility offers flexible hours and maintains students from preschool through after-school care.

Caring and family-oriented staffstrong academic preparation for kindergarten and elementary schoolflexi
Address
1247 W. San Bernardino Rd., Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 967-1223
Lets Play In Spanish
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
240 S Grand Ave, Covina, CA
Phone
(408) 370-3399
Charter Oak Day School-Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
20350 E. Cienega Ave., Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 967-6611
Covina Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
437 W. San Bernardino Rd., #111, Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 967-7153
Ready Get Grow
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

Ready Set Grow has mixed reviews with significant concerns. While some parents praise the staff and their experience, multiple parents report serious issues including staff misconduct causing injuries, poor hygiene, inadequate supervision, overcrowding, and lack of follow-through on promises.

Friendly staffpositive experience for some families
Address
525 S. Stewart Dr., Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 339-3850
Kidzone Pre-School & Childens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1247 W. San Bernardino Rd., Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 967-1223
Options Cdc Ellington
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5034 N. Clydebank Ave, Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 858-0527
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center Covina for its nurturing, educational environment and dedicated staff. The center receives universal 5-star ratings with families crediting teachers for children's academic and social-emotional development, as well as the helpful communication app that keeps parents informed throughout the day.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong academic preparationemphasis on whole child development
Address
4514 Lark Ellen Dr., Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 332-4001

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Frequently asked questions

There are 11 child daycare & preschools daycares in Covina, California, out of 20 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Covina have an average Google rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities. About 77% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Covina, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with California's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in California)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Covina offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in California typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Covina for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Covina must be licensed by California's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.