Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Upland, CA
Compare 13 child daycare & preschools in Upland. Average rating: 4.52/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Upland, California at a glance
- Programs
- 13
- Avg rating
- 4.52/5
- Parent reviews
- 103
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 9
Upland has 13 licensed child daycare & preschools with 103 parent reviews averaging 4.52/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 69% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 91786 zip code, averaging 4.58 stars across 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Upland
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.
- 1Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center4.64 score4.8(20)
1001 E. 16th Street, Upland, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 143 children
Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Upland for its caring, experienced staff who treat children like family and foster emotional and academic growth. The center is noted for strong communication with parents, structured learning activities, and a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe and happy to attend.
Experienced career educatorswarm and caring staffexcellent parent communication with daily updatesstrong child development across academic and emotional areas - 2St Mark'S Episcopal Preschool4.62 score5(8)
330 E. 16th Street, Upland, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
St. Mark's Episcopal Preschool is praised as a welcoming and loving community of faith where families feel at home. Parents highlight the school's strong academics, generous staff, and inclusive atmosphere. However, the facility has closed.
welcoming communityloving staffstrong academic preparationfamily-oriented environment - 3Grace Lutheran Preschool4.58 score5(7)
2108 N. Euclid Avenue, Upland, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 29 children
Grace Lutheran Preschool in Upland receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the play-based learning approach, attentive and caring staff, and individualized attention to children's needs. Multiple reviewers who are early childhood educators themselves strongly recommend the program.
Play-based learning approachwarm and caring stafflow student-to-teacher ratioclean classrooms - 4Foothill Child Development Center4.56 score4.7(20)
791 E. Foothill Blvd, Unit B, Upland, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children
Parents consistently praise Foothill Child Development Center for its caring, professional staff, clean and secure facility, and structured curriculum that prepares children academically and socially. Directors Pauline and Ellie are frequently highlighted for their warmth, communication, and personal attention to families. Children across all age groups reportedly thrive emotionally and developmentally at this center.
Experienced and caring staff who know children and parents by namestrong academic preparation for kindergartensecure facility with locked doors and safety protocolsclean and well-organized environment - 5Foothill Child Development Center4.56 score4.7(20)
791 E. Foothill Blvd., Unit B, Upland, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children
Foothill Child Development Center in Upland receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and secure, clean facility. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten and development of life skills like potty training. The administrative team, particularly directors Pauline and Ellie, are highlighted for their communication, flexibility, and personalized attention to families.
- 6Western Christian School - Upland Campus4.41 score4.6(11)
242 W. 9th Street, Upland, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children
Parents consistently praise Western Christian School's warm, family-like atmosphere and faith-centered curriculum. All reviewers highlight the caring, patient staff and safe environment, with children showing enthusiasm for attending and academic/developmental growth.
Caring and attentive staffwelcoming family atmosphereChrist-centered educationsafe environment
Rating Distribution
Based on 13 daycares with Google ratings in Upland
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Upland, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Upland zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91786 | 12 | 4.58 | 6 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Upland (16–143 children)
Small
up to 30 children
2
Medium
31–75 children
7
Large
76–150 children
7
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Upland based on parent reviews
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
1001 E. 16th Street, Upland, CA
Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Upland for its caring, experienced staff who treat children like family and foster emotional and academic growth. The center is noted for strong communication with parents, structured learning activities, and a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe and happy to attend.
St Mark'S Episcopal Preschool
330 E. 16th Street, Upland, CA
St. Mark's Episcopal Preschool is praised as a welcoming and loving community of faith where families feel at home. Parents highlight the school's strong academics, generous staff, and inclusive atmosphere. However, the facility has closed.
Grace Lutheran Preschool
2108 N. Euclid Avenue, Upland, CA
Grace Lutheran Preschool in Upland receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the play-based learning approach, attentive and caring staff, and individualized attention to children's needs. Multiple reviewers who are early childhood educators themselves strongly recommend the program.
Foothill Child Development Center
791 E. Foothill Blvd, Unit B, Upland, CA
Parents consistently praise Foothill Child Development Center for its caring, professional staff, clean and secure facility, and structured curriculum that prepares children academically and socially. Directors Pauline and Ellie are frequently highlighted for their warmth, communication, and personal attention to families. Children across all age groups reportedly thrive emotionally and developmentally at this center.
Foothill Child Development Center
791 E. Foothill Blvd., Unit B, Upland, CA
Foothill Child Development Center in Upland receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and secure, clean facility. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten and development of life skills like potty training. The administrative team, particularly directors Pauline and Ellie, are highlighted for their communication, flexibility, and personalized attention to families.
Western Christian School - Upland Campus
242 W. 9th Street, Upland, CA
Parents consistently praise Western Christian School's warm, family-like atmosphere and faith-centered curriculum. All reviewers highlight the caring, patient staff and safe environment, with children showing enthusiasm for attending and academic/developmental growth.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Upland, California
There are 13 child daycare & preschools in Upland, California, making up 81% of the 16 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 Upland have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities, with 69% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.95 stars. Our analysis covers 103 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Upland, 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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Grace Lutheran Preschool in Upland receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the play-based learning approach, attentive and caring staff, and individualized attention to children's needs. Multiple reviewers who are early childhood educators themselves strongly recommend the program.
- Address
- 2108 N. Euclid Avenue, Upland, CA
- Phone
- (909) 981-2226
St. Mark's Episcopal Preschool is praised as a welcoming and loving community of faith where families feel at home. Parents highlight the school's strong academics, generous staff, and inclusive atmosphere. However, the facility has closed.
- Address
- 330 E. 16th Street, Upland, CA
- Phone
- (909) 920-5565
- Address
- 1335 W. Foothill Blvd., Upland, CA
- Phone
- (909) 946-3500
Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Upland for its caring, experienced staff who treat children like family and foster emotional and academic growth. The center is noted for strong communication with parents, structured learning activities, and a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe and happy to attend.
- Address
- 1001 E. 16th Street, Upland, CA
- Phone
- (909) 579-0170
Parents consistently praise Foothill Child Development Center for its caring, professional staff, clean and secure facility, and structured curriculum that prepares children academically and socially. Directors Pauline and Ellie are frequently highlighted for their warmth, communication, and personal attention to families. Children across all age groups reportedly thrive emotionally and developmentally at this center.
- Address
- 791 E. Foothill Blvd, Unit B, Upland, CA
- Phone
- (909) 985-4448
Foothill Child Development Center in Upland receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and secure, clean facility. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten and development of life skills like potty training. The administrative team, particularly directors Pauline and Ellie, are highlighted for their communication, flexibility, and personalized attention to families.
- Address
- 791 E. Foothill Blvd., Unit B, Upland, CA
- Phone
- (909) 985-4448
Parents consistently praise Western Christian School's warm, family-like atmosphere and faith-centered curriculum. All reviewers highlight the caring, patient staff and safe environment, with children showing enthusiasm for attending and academic/developmental growth.
- Address
- 242 W. 9th Street, Upland, CA
- Phone
- (909) 920-5350
Parents describe Brethren in Christ Community Preschool as a supportive and spiritually grounded environment that fosters confidence, self-discipline, and strong academic foundations. While families highlight the kindness of staff and the quality of early education, one review characterizes the program as merely good overall.
- Address
- 845 W. Arrow Highway, Upland, CA
- Phone
- (909) 981-4333
Feedback is mixed, with some parents praising the loving staff and small class sizes, while others report significant issues with rigid scheduling, management disputes, and allegations of untrustworthy behavior. One parent withdrew their child due to conflicts over enrollment policies, late pickup flexibility, and tuition billing, while another cited safety concerns and dishonesty regarding custody matters. Conversely, positive experiences highlight patient teachers and a nurturing environment that helps children adapt well.
- Address
- 1020 W 8th Street, Upland, CA
- Phone
- (909) 985-1044
A parent highlights the program's flexibility, extended hours, and support for developmental milestones like potty training, while another notes the staff's positive impact on their child's experience over two years. Conversely, one review details a severe safety incident involving a former male teacher who was later arrested for child molestation, citing the administration's dismissive handling of initial concerns and subsequent staff turnover due to curriculum changes.
- Address
- 1337 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA
- Phone
- (909) 946-7049
- Address
- 732 N 3rd Ave, Upland, CA
- Phone
- (909) 798-2690
One parent reports that their daughter has learned significantly and looks forward to attending the home base program each week. There are no negative points mentioned in the available feedback.
- Address
- 531 W. 8th Street, Upland, CA
- Phone
- (909) 981-4668
- Address
- 235 E. Foothill Blvd., Upland, CA
- Phone
- (909) 621-1603
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