Once Upon a Time Childcare Center & Schoolhouse

Once Upon a Time Childcare Center and Schoolhouse offers infants classroom care with a 1 teacher to 4 infants ratio and a maximum of 8 infants in the room. It also offers toddlers, two-year-olds, three-year-olds, 4 and 5 year olds, and school-age children access to classrooms with age-specific ratios, computers, books, space for homework, and teacher help with research, homework, and more. During the summer, school-age children take part in nature study, planting, maintaining and harvesting a garden, field trips, water fun days, and bike days.

Programs

• Infants — 6 weeks through 9 months · Children enjoy a classroom with a ratio of 1 teacher to 4 infants and a maximum of 8 infants in the room.
• Toddlers — 12 through 24 months · Children enjoy a classroom with a ratio of 1 teacher to 4 children and a maximum of 8 children in the room.
• Two-year-olds — 2 years old · A large classroom with a ratio of 1 teacher to 6 children and a maximum of 12 children in the room.
• Three-year-olds — 3 years old · A large classroom with a ratio of 1 teacher to 10 children and a maximum of 20 children in the room.
• 4 / 5 Year Olds — 4 and 5 years old · A very large classroom with direct access to the large playground; ratio is 1 teacher to 13 children and a maximum of 26 children in the room.
• School-age — School-age · A large classroom with computers, books, and space for homework; teachers help with research, homework, and more.
• Summer activities for schoolagers — School-age · During the summer · Includes nature study, planting, maintaining and harvesting a garden, field trips, water fun days, bike days, and more.

At a glance

• Ages: 0–9 years old
• General schedule: School-age students can come before and/or after school; during the summer they enjoy activities such as nature study, planting, maintaining and harvesting a garden, field trips, water fun days, bike days, and more.
• Facility hours: Mon - Fri 6:45 am - 5:30 pm

About the provider

The program says its mission is quality education and childcare in a nurturing and safe environment with a fun approach to learning. It is listed as a member of NAEYC, WECA, Verona Chamber of Commerce, Belleville Chamber of Commerce, 4-C, and the Verona Pre-K. The hours are Monday through Friday, 6:45 am to 5:30 pm.

Parents must supply formula or breast milk, jar food, disposable diapers, and wipes for infants and toddlers. For two-year-olds, parents must supply disposable diapers and wipes.

What families say

“We have been at OUAT for 3 years and love it! The staff and curriculum are excellent. We have always appreciated how great communication is between parents and staff and know our kids are in good hands.” — Amy Z.

“My son loved once upon a time when he was in preschool! I loved how much information they give you about the center and also the way they teach your child here. The openness and the teachers are awesome and so nice. I had no problems at all here and I can’t wait till my daughter starts going here!” — Cristy M.

“My son is an alumni of this daycare. He was prepared for school. Would highly recommend it.” — Michael B.

Last updated November 6, 2026.