Best Daycare Centers in Hackettstown, NJ
Compare 11 daycare centers in Hackettstown. Average rating: 4.88/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Hackettstown, New Jersey at a glance
- Daycares
- 11
- Avg rating
- 4.88/5
- Parent reviews
- 69
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 7
Hackettstown has 11 licensed daycares with 69 parent reviews averaging 4.88/5.7 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 88% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07840 zip code, averaging 4.88 stars across 11 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hackettstown
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.
- 1A-2-Z Academy Of Early Learning LLC4.64 score4.8(20)
43 B Newburgh Road, Hackettstown, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 122 children
A-2-Z Academy of Early Learning LLC in Hackettstown, NJ consistently receives 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the facility's cleanliness, caring staff, and strong academic programming. Parents highlight the director Ms. Sue's dedication and hands-on involvement, along with the center's emphasis on child development, daily communication, and individualized attention.
Excellent cleanliness and hygiene standardscaring and attentive staffstrong pre-K and aca - 2Friendship Center INC.4.44 score4.8(6)
420 Schooley'S Mountain Rd, Hackettstown, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Parents consistently praise Friendship Center Inc. for its caring, knowledgeable staff and positive atmosphere where children thrive. The facility is noted for its unique multi-generational program involving senior visitors who teach skills like German and painting, as well as outdoor play and community engagement activities. Parents report high satisfaction and willingness to continue enrollment.
Skilled and caring teacherspositive atmospheremulti-generational learning programsoutdoor and indoor play opportunities - 3The Pumpkin Patch4.31 score4.4(17)
150 Mountain Ave, Hackettstown, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
The Pumpkin Patch receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the owner Margie and staff's genuine care, excellent communication, cleanliness, and ability to make children feel safe and loved. Multiple parents note their children are excited to attend and reluctant to leave at pickup.
Owner Margie is responsive and flexibleStaff stability and tenureExcellent cleanliness and pleasant facilityDaily photo
Rating Distribution
Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Hackettstown
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Hackettstown zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07840 | 11 | 4.88 | 7 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Hackettstown (33–173 children)
Small
up to 30 children
0
Medium
31–75 children
9
Large
76–150 children
1
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Hackettstown based on parent reviews
A-2-Z Academy Of Early Learning LLC
43 B Newburgh Road, Hackettstown, NJ
A-2-Z Academy of Early Learning LLC in Hackettstown, NJ consistently receives 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the facility's cleanliness, caring staff, and strong academic programming. Parents highlight the director Ms. Sue's dedication and hands-on involvement, along with the center's emphasis on child development, daily communication, and individualized attention.
Liberty Learning Center
134-Route 46, Hackettstown, NJ
Parents highlight Liberty Learning Center as a warm, inviting environment where children thrive academically and socially. Reviewers appreciate the flexible scheduling options and the staff's dedication to providing enriching experiences through field trips and special guests.
Friendship Center INC.
420 Schooley'S Mountain Rd, Hackettstown, NJ
Parents consistently praise Friendship Center Inc. for its caring, knowledgeable staff and positive atmosphere where children thrive. The facility is noted for its unique multi-generational program involving senior visitors who teach skills like German and painting, as well as outdoor play and community engagement activities. Parents report high satisfaction and willingness to continue enrollment.
The Pumpkin Patch
150 Mountain Ave, Hackettstown, NJ
The Pumpkin Patch receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the owner Margie and staff's genuine care, excellent communication, cleanliness, and ability to make children feel safe and loved. Multiple parents note their children are excited to attend and reluctant to leave at pickup.
Heaven Sent Nursery School
298 Main Street, Hackettstown, NJ
One parent highlights the school's caring and enriching environment, noting that teachers deeply care about each student and provide excellent guidance for Kindergarten readiness. This family feels blessed to have found the program for their children, with a fourth child set to start in the Fall.
The Pumpkin Patch Preschool
915 Country Road 517, Hackettstown, NJ
One parent describes a highly positive experience, noting that staff members are happy, sweet, and professional. The reviewer feels comfortable leaving their child there because the child is consistently happy and safe.
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Daycare Centers in Hackettstown, New Jersey
There are 11 daycare centers in Hackettstown, 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 Hackettstown have an average rating of 4.88 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 88% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.88 stars. Our analysis covers 69 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Hackettstown, 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 Hackettstown
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- Address
- 178 Main Street, Hackettstown, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 852-5222
Parents highlight Liberty Learning Center as a warm, inviting environment where children thrive academically and socially. Reviewers appreciate the flexible scheduling options and the staff's dedication to providing enriching experiences through field trips and special guests.
- Address
- 134-Route 46, Hackettstown, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 852-1210
- Address
- 409 E Baldwin Street, Hackettstown, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 852-2156
One parent highlights the school's caring and enriching environment, noting that teachers deeply care about each student and provide excellent guidance for Kindergarten readiness. This family feels blessed to have found the program for their children, with a fourth child set to start in the Fall.
- Address
- 298 Main Street, Hackettstown, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 852-2006
One parent describes a highly positive experience, noting that staff members are happy, sweet, and professional. The reviewer feels comfortable leaving their child there because the child is consistently happy and safe.
- Address
- 915 Country Road 517, Hackettstown, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 763-7133
A-2-Z Academy of Early Learning LLC in Hackettstown, NJ consistently receives 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the facility's cleanliness, caring staff, and strong academic programming. Parents highlight the director Ms. Sue's dedication and hands-on involvement, along with the center's emphasis on child development, daily communication, and individualized attention.
- Address
- 43 B Newburgh Road, Hackettstown, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 684-3510
Parents consistently praise Friendship Center Inc. for its caring, knowledgeable staff and positive atmosphere where children thrive. The facility is noted for its unique multi-generational program involving senior visitors who teach skills like German and painting, as well as outdoor play and community engagement activities. Parents report high satisfaction and willingness to continue enrollment.
- Address
- 420 Schooley'S Mountain Rd, Hackettstown, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 852-2221
The Pumpkin Patch receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the owner Margie and staff's genuine care, excellent communication, cleanliness, and ability to make children feel safe and loved. Multiple parents note their children are excited to attend and reluctant to leave at pickup.
- Address
- 150 Mountain Ave, Hackettstown, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 852-8855
Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience Hackettstown as an exceptional daycare with warm, attentive staff and a thoughtful, age-appropriate curriculum. Multiple reviewers highlight successful transitions for children, significant developmental progress, and a supportive environment that exceeds expectations. All reviews are 5-star ratings with no complaints mentioned.
- Address
- 1855 Route 57, Suite 10, Hackettstown, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 850-1222
- Address
- 398 Fifth Avenue, Hackettstown, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 454-2074
- Address
- 601 Willow Grove Street, Hackettstown, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 329-2027
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
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