Upland, CA · San Bernardino County · Based on public reviews & parent communities

Finding the right childcare
in Upland, California

Upland sits along the western terminus of the historic Route 66, where Foothill Boulevard and Euclid Avenue still bear the legendary highway's marks through the city. At the heart of Upland stands the Madonna of the Trail, a monumental 1929 statue cast in pale stone that depicts a pioneer woman striding westward with her infant—one of only twelve such monuments commissioned by the Daughters of the American Revolution along the entire National Old Trails road from Maryland to California. Originally the center of a thriving citrus empire (hence its former nickname "City of Trees"), Upland transitioned into a suburban community while preserving these tangible connections to early American pioneer heritage and Route 66's storied past. Find top-rated, CCLD-licensed child care centers in Upland, CA. We scored each California-licensed childcare center across 11 real dimensions — safety, curriculum, arts & music, infant care, kindergarten readiness and more. Scores drawn from major public review platforms and parent communities — not center marketing.

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Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedAges 6 Weeks–6th Grade
6.8/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
7
Infant care
6
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
6
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • Independent Montessori school serving 6 weeks through 6th grade — exceptional continuity for families
  • Yelp: 11 reviews; Facebook: 100% recommend (10 reviews) — strong family satisfaction
  • CCLD license #364846137 issued 2022 — clean inspection history with no citations as of most recent audits
  • Serves up to 129 children with room for multiple age-grouped Montessori classrooms

Considerations

  • No Google reviews found in research; Yelp/Facebook are primary public review sources
  • Mixed ChildcareCenter.us reviews mention concerns about staffing and administrative communication
  • Montessori model requires adjustment period for children transitioning from traditional settings
2
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedLicensed Aug 2025Chinese/Spanish/English Immersion
6.7/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
7
Infant care
4
K-ready
6
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
7
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • Unique trilingual immersion program in Chinese, Spanish, and English — rare differentiator in the Inland Empire
  • Clean compliance record — zero citations across all inspections since licensing in August 2025
  • Campus features a library, soccer field, and two playgrounds — exceptional outdoor space
  • CCLD license #364846790 — recently licensed, modern facility
  • Serves ages 2–5; open 6:00 AM–8:00 PM — latest hours of any Upland center researched

Considerations

  • Very new facility — limited track record to evaluate operational consistency
  • Preschool only (ages 2–5) — no infant or school-age care
3
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedEst. 1999Christian Program
6.5/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
6
Infant care
5
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
8
Mgmt
6
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Established 1999 — 25+ years of faith-based early education in Upland
  • Yelp: 33 reviews; Winnie: 5.0 stars — consistently praised for caring staff and Christian values
  • Curriculum includes Bible studies, phonics, numeracy, science, art, and music
  • Licensed for up to 93 children — multiple classrooms with age-grouped programs
  • Open 6:30 AM–5:30 PM; CCLD license #364843103

Considerations

  • No Google reviews found in research; Yelp (33 reviews)/Winnie are primary public review sources
  • 6 Type B citations across inspections in 2023, 2024, and 2025 per CCLD records — review reports before enrolling
  • Faith-based curriculum may not align with all families' preferences
  • Closes at 5:30 PM — earlier than some competitors; may not work for late-working parents
4
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedNational Chain
6.1/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
5
Infant care
6
K-ready
7
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • ResellerRatings: 4.59 stars (67 reviews) — large verified review base with high satisfaction
  • Yelp: 40 reviews — parents describe a well-run, clean, well-maintained facility
  • Offers infant care, preschool, private kindergarten — comprehensive programs under one roof
  • Open 6:30 AM–6:30 PM — among the longest hours available in Upland
  • CCLD license #364813348 — nationally recognized Tutor Time / Learning Care Group brand

Considerations

  • No Google reviews found in research; ResellerRatings and Yelp (40 reviews) are primary public review sources
  • Type B citations in 2023, 2024, and 2025 per CCLD inspection history
  • National chain format — standardized curriculum with less local flexibility
5
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedAges 8 Weeks–12 Years
5.6/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
6
K-ready
6
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
5
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • Comprehensive full-spectrum care: ages 8 weeks through 12 years including before/after school and summer camp
  • Yelp: 3.5 stars (46 reviews) — parents praise director Ms. Pauline and describe a loving, enriching environment
  • Licensed for 71 children — ample capacity with transportation to/from local schools offered
  • CCLD license #364843061 — most recent inspection August 2025

Considerations

  • No Google reviews found in research; Yelp (46 reviews, 3.5 stars) is primary public review source
  • Mixed Yelp reviews — concerns raised about injury communication, medical accommodation (Type 1 diabetes refusal noted), and billing priorities
  • Type A citation (1) and Type B citations (5) plus 3 complaint investigations on CCLD record (2022–2025) — review reports carefully before enrolling
6
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedYMCA Program
5.6/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
5
K-ready
6
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
5
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • Part of West End YMCA — access to YMCA facilities and community programming
  • Licensed for up to 82 children — substantial program with multiple age groups
  • CCLD license #364815615 — active CCLD-licensed day care center
  • YMCA brand brings organizational resources, background-checked staff, and nonprofit accountability
  • CCLD compliance status listed as GOOD per inspection records

Considerations

  • Type B citations in 2023, 2024, and 2025 per CCLD inspection records
  • No reviews on CareLuLu or Daycare.com as of research date — limited parent feedback available
7
Creative Explorers
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD Licensed
5.5/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
6
Infant care
4
K-ready
6
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
5
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • Licensed for up to 60 children — well-sized program for the west Foothill Blvd corridor
  • CCLD-licensed school age day care center in Upland, CA
  • Yelp listing available with positive parent feedback noted for staff and activities
  • Serves toddlers through school-age — broad age range for multi-child families

Considerations

  • No Google reviews found in research; Yelp is primary public review source
  • No dedicated website found — limited public information available for prospective families
  • Verify current CCLD inspection status directly at ccld.dss.ca.gov before enrolling
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