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Best Before or After School Daycare in Covina, CA

Compare 4 before or after school daycare 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
4
Avg rating
4.65/5
Parent reviews
60
Top rated (4.5+)
10

Covina has 4 licensed before or after school daycare 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

Acacia Montessori School

5(4)

450 W Rowland Ave, Covina, CA

Parents describe ACACIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL as a caring environment where teachers are friendly and attentive to children's developmental progress. Several reviews highlight the sliding scale tuition option for lower-income families and praise the leadership for their effective communication and genuine care.

friendly teachersnoticeable child improvementsliding scale tuition

Covina Gateway Montessori School

5(2)

344 E. Rowland Street, Covina, CA

Parents describe the program as highly effective for early education, with one noting it was a significant investment that supported their child through high school. Another parent highlights the supportive staff and a positive shift from a previous negative daycare experience.

supportive care providerseffective educationstress relief for parents

Charter Oak Day School

4.7(2)

20350 E. Cienega Ave., Covina, CA

One parent describes the school as a second home where toddlers received attentive, engaging care starting from infancy, while another highlights the amazing teachers and administrator. Families report high satisfaction with the safety, happiness, and educational environment provided by the staff.

attentive and caring teachersengaging activitiessafe environment

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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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Before or After School Daycare in Covina, California

There are 4 before or after school daycare in Covina, California, making up 20% 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 Before or After School Daycare in Covina

Showing 4 results

Covina Gateway Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents describe the program as highly effective for early education, with one noting it was a significant investment that supported their child through high school. Another parent highlights the supportive staff and a positive shift from a previous negative daycare experience.

supportive care providerseffective educationstress relief for parents
Address
344 E. Rowland Street, Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 967-0044
Acacia Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents describe ACACIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL as a caring environment where teachers are friendly and attentive to children's developmental progress. Several reviews highlight the sliding scale tuition option for lower-income families and praise the leadership for their effective communication and genuine care.

friendly teachersnoticeable child improvementsliding scale tuition
Address
450 W Rowland Ave, Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 966-9356
Charter Oak Day School
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

One parent describes the school as a second home where toddlers received attentive, engaging care starting from infancy, while another highlights the amazing teachers and administrator. Families report high satisfaction with the safety, happiness, and educational environment provided by the staff.

attentive and caring teachersengaging activitiessafe environment
Address
20350 E. Cienega Ave., Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 967-6611
Sonrise Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1220 E. Ruddock Street, Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 967-0010

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 before or after school 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.