Updated Nov 6, 2026 · Data from state licensing records · Methodology
Corona, CA has 52 licensed child care centers and school-age programs with 3,248 licensed seats in Kinfield's index. 18 accept infants. 12 (23%) have no citations on record, and the typical program has 3.
What inspectors cite most in Corona
Largest programs with no citations on record
| Program | ZIP | Seats | Ages | Last inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belltower Montessori Academy | 92879 | 156 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2026-07-02 |
| Magnolia Preschool & Kindergarten | 92879 | 104 | Preschool | 2026-08-28 |
| Green River Montessori | 92882 | 84 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2026-09-15 |
| Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten | 92882 | 68 | Preschool | 2025-06-26 |
| Grace Christian Preschool | 92882 | 54 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2025-09-17 |
| Sunrise Children's Center | 92879 | 48 | School age | 2026-07-16 |
| Qcs Joy Street Child Development Center | 92879 | 47 | Preschool | 2026-05-15 |
| Rcoe - Garretson Head Start | 92879 | 34 | Preschool | 2026-04-21 |
| Rcoe - Home Gardens Head Start | 92879 | 34 | Preschool | 2026-03-20 |
| YMCA Youth Center at Citrus Circle | 92882 | 30 | School age | 2026-06-16 |
| YMCA Youth Center at St. John's | 92879 | 29 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2026-07-27 |
No citations is a good sign, not a guarantee: newer programs have had fewer visits. Check the inspection dates.
Programs with the most citations
| Program | ZIP | Seats | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle City Preschool | 92882 | 75 | 21 |
| Kindercare Learning Center | 92879 | 102 | 20 |
| Kindercare Learning Center | 92879 | 24 | 20 |
| Kindercare Learning Center | 92882 | 34 | 18 |
| Magnolia Preschool & Kindergarten | 92879 | 20 | 18 |
| Magnolia Preschool & Kindergarten | 92879 | 35 | 16 |
| Kindercare Learning Center | 92882 | 92 | 15 |
| Inland Vineyard Preschool | 92879 | 133 | 14 |
| Tutor Time Child Care/Learning Center | 92881 | 92 | 14 |
| Just 4 Kids Preschool - Corona | 92881 | 60 | 13 |
Large programs are inspected more and can carry more citations. Open each record for dates and corrections.
Neighborhoods by ZIP code
| ZIP | Programs | Licensed seats |
|---|---|---|
| 92879 | 20 | 1,264 |
| 92882 | 18 | 1,063 |
| 92881 | 8 | 588 |
| 92883 | 3 | 162 |
| 92878 | 2 | 101 |
| 92880 | 1 | 70 |
How to check a Corona daycare
Search any program on Kinfield or the official California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) site. Our California guide explains what each finding means. Citation counts reflect how often inspectors visit and what each regulator records, so compare programs within the same state, not across states. A citation is a finding at one visit, not a rating. Check each program's page for dates and whether it was corrected.
Shortlisting programs? A Kinfield report pulls one program's full record, recent visits, what parents say and the questions to ask on your tour, reviewed by a person. $12, or 3 for $25.
Frequently asked questions
How many daycares are in Corona, CA?
Kinfield lists 52 licensed child care centers and school-age programs in Corona, CA, with 3,248 licensed seats. Home-based providers are counted separately.
How many Corona daycares take infants?
18 licensed programs in Corona, CA are licensed to care for infants.
What is the most common daycare citation in Corona?
"Mandated reporter (child abuse) training (Health and Safety Code §1596.8662(b)(1))", cited at 23 programs in Corona.