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Welcome to UPWARD

Since 1958, UPWARD has championed inclusive environments for infants through early childhood, bringing together children with and without disabilities in a nurturing, development-focused setting

 

Now Enrolling!

 

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Our centrally located, picturesque campus offers inclusive childcare and Pre-K, fostering learning and development in a caring community. We create quality child-centered environments where children from 6 weeks to 5 years thrive through play, music, and social connection.

Now Enrolling Children Ages 18 Months to 5 Years!

✔ Infant Care (6 weeks to 18 months) – Low child-to-teacher ratio in a warm, nurturing space

✔ Childcare & Pre-K – Inclusive, enriching environments for toddlers through age 5

✔ Daily enrichment through music, sensory play, and social interaction

✔ Request info online – Select Infant Care or Childcare to get started

✔ Schedule a tour and experience our welcoming community firsthand

 

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a tour, please reach out using the contact form. You can also reach us by phone at (602) 279-5801 from 7:45AM to 5:00PM., Monday through Friday.

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DES Certified & State Licensed

Approved by the Arizona Department of Health Services.

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5-Star Rated

Five star rated though through Quality First

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Why Choose UPWARD?

 

  1. Proven Expertise: Over six decades serving medically fragile and special needs children.

  2. Inclusive Community: Programs designed to bring children together, fostering empathy, social development, and belonging from infancy.

  3. Third-Party Pediatric Therapies: Partnering with Just for Kids Therapy to offer specialized services on-site as needed.

  4. Adaptive Facilities: Safe, accessible spaces designed for all abilities, including adaptive playgrounds and sensory areas.

 

 

 

 

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Need Therapy Services for Your Child?

Explore our Therapy for Children programs designed to support developmental growth and emotional well-being.

 

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LOCATION

6306 North 7th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85014

 

PHONE

(602) 279-5801

Notice To Patients / Aviso Para Pacientes:

This practice serves all patients regardless of ability to pay. Discounts for essential services are offered based on family size and income. Thank you.

Esta práctica sirve a todos los pacientes, independientemente de la capacidad de pago. Descuentos para los servicios esenciales son ofrecidos dependiendo de tamaño de la familia y de los ingresos. Gracias.

Compliance and Notices

Easterseals Blake Foundation programs are in accordance with Federal Titles VI and VII requirements of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (See Notices of Compliance: Easterseals Blake Foundation | Who We Are), the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975. 

This organization is an equal opportunity provider and employer. 

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