How do I choose the right daycare in Upland?

When choosing a daycare in Upland, 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

What types of daycare are available in Upland?

Upland offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 2 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Church Daycare in Upland, California (2 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in California?

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 Upland for current pricing.

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.

Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center

4.64 score

4.8(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

St Mark'S Episcopal Preschool

4.62 score

5(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

Grace Lutheran Preschool

4.58 score

5(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

Foothill Child Development Center

4.56 score

4.7(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

Foothill Child Development Center

4.56 score

4.7(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.

Western Christian School - Upland Campus

4.41 score

4.6(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

Church Daycare in Upland, California

There are 2 church daycare in Upland, California, making up 13% 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.

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.

Frequently asked questions

There are 2 church daycare daycares in Upland, California, out of 16 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Upland, 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

Upland offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 2 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 Upland for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Upland 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.

2 Church Daycare in Upland, California

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