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Best Daycare Centers in Dayton, NJ

Compare 7 daycare centers in Dayton. Average rating: 4.87/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Dayton, New Jersey at a glance

Daycares
7
Avg rating
4.87/5
Parent reviews
35
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Dayton has 7 licensed daycares with 35 parent reviews averaging 4.87/5.Notable: 4 Montessori programs offer alternative early-learning approaches.The highest-rated options cluster around the 08810 zip code, averaging 4.87 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dayton

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
    Montessori Academy And Learning Center
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    485 Georges Rd, Ste 119, Dayton, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    Parents consistently praise Promissory Montessori for its Montessori approach, warm and attentive staff, and supportive environment. Children show measurable growth in independence, confidence, social-emotional skills, and academic foundation. The center is noted for excellent communication, engaging activities, and strong leadership by director Ms. Nadia Abbas.

    Montessori methodologyteacher warmth and patiencechild independence and confidence developmentproactive communication with parents
  2. 2
    Montessori Children'S House
    4.4 score
    4.8(5)

    364 Georges Rd, Dayton, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    Parents consistently praise Montessori Children's House for its experienced, Montessori-certified staff and individualized attention to children. Reviews highlight significant developmental progress, including improvements in academics, creativity, and social skills. Children are reported to be enthusiastic about attending and well-prepared for kindergarten.

    Experienced and knowledgeable staffMontessori certified teachersindividualized attentiongood student-to-teacher ratio

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Dayton

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Dayton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
088107
4.87
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Dayton (28–150 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dayton based on parent reviews

Montessori Academy And Learning Center

4.8(20)

485 Georges Rd, Ste 119, Dayton, NJ

Parents consistently praise Promissory Montessori for its Montessori approach, warm and attentive staff, and supportive environment. Children show measurable growth in independence, confidence, social-emotional skills, and academic foundation. The center is noted for excellent communication, engaging activities, and strong leadership by director Ms. Nadia Abbas.

Montessori methodologyteacher warmth and patiencechild independence and confidence development

Montessori Children'S House

4.8(5)

364 Georges Rd, Dayton, NJ

Parents consistently praise Montessori Children's House for its experienced, Montessori-certified staff and individualized attention to children. Reviews highlight significant developmental progress, including improvements in academics, creativity, and social skills. Children are reported to be enthusiastic about attending and well-prepared for kindergarten.

Experienced and knowledgeable staffMontessori certified teachersindividualized attention

Abc-123 INC.

5

320 Ridge Rd, Dayton, NJ

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Daycare Centers in Dayton, New Jersey

There are 7 daycare centers in Dayton, New Jersey. 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 Dayton have an average rating of 4.87 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.87 stars. Our analysis covers 35 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Dayton, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Dayton

Showing 7 results

Abc-123 INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
320 Ridge Rd, Dayton, NJ
Phone
(732) 438-0863
Montessori Children'S House
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Montessori Children's House for its experienced, Montessori-certified staff and individualized attention to children. Reviews highlight significant developmental progress, including improvements in academics, creativity, and social skills. Children are reported to be enthusiastic about attending and well-prepared for kindergarten.

Experienced and knowledgeable staffMontessori certified teachersindividualized attention
Address
364 Georges Rd, Dayton, NJ
Phone
(732) 329-3577
Montessori Academy And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Promissory Montessori for its Montessori approach, warm and attentive staff, and supportive environment. Children show measurable growth in independence, confidence, social-emotional skills, and academic foundation. The center is noted for excellent communication, engaging activities, and strong leadership by director Ms. Nadia Abbas.

Montessori methodologyteacher warmth and patiencechild independence and confidence development
Address
485 Georges Rd, Ste 119, Dayton, NJ
Phone
(732) 438-0400
South Brunswick Indian Fields
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
359 Ridge Road, Dayton, NJ
Phone
(732) 329-1043
Montessori Connections
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2245 Route 130 South, Suite 103, Dayton, NJ
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Montessori Childrens World
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12 Stults Rd, Ste 137, Dayton, NJ
Phone
(732) 230-2814
The Goddard School Of Dayton
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Dayton receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight strong child development outcomes, dedicated staff, quality curriculum, and excellent parent communication. Parents describe the facility as clean, well-organized, and welcoming to all families.

Child development and learning gainscaring and well-trained staffclean facility
Address
399 Ridge Rd, Ste 1, Dayton, NJ
Phone
(732) 274-9631

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 all daycares in Dayton, New Jersey. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Dayton have an average Google rating of 4.87 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Dayton, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with New Jersey's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New Jersey)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Daycare costs in New Jersey 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 Dayton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dayton must be licensed by New Jersey'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.