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159 Daycare Centers in Jersey City, New Jersey

Browse all 159 daycare centers in Jersey City, New Jersey. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Jersey City

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
    Garden Of Mustard Seeds Development & Learning Center LLC
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    368 Palisade Ave, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise Garden of Mustard Seeds as a warm, loving daycare with exceptional, caring staff who foster children's development and create a family-like community. Multiple parents report choosing GOMS over more expensive alternatives after touring other facilities in the area. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in enriching activities, and showing significant developmental progress.

    Caring and loving staff with low turnoverbilingual instruction (Spanish and English)warm and welcoming community feelflexible hours with minimal closures
  2. 2
    Hudson Sprouts
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    769 Montgomery St, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Hudson Sprouts Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, nurturing teachers, responsive director Ms. K, and reliable, safe environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-cared for throughout their time at the center.

    Caring and nurturing teachersresponsive and hands-on directorexcellent communication with parentsreliable and dependable care
  3. 3
    Early Beginnings Day School
    4.78 score
    5(18)

    338 Grove Street, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 23 children

    Early Beginnings Day School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. They praise the caring, experienced staff—particularly director Marcia—for providing loving, attentive care in a small, intimate setting where children thrive and enjoy attending daily. Parents consistently report feeling confident leaving their children and appreciate the flexible scheduling, individual attention, and developmental support.

    Caring and experienced staffdirector Marcia highly praisedsmall class sizesflexible scheduling
  4. 4
    Garden Preschool Cooperative
    4.74 score
    5(14)

    242 Tenth Street, Suite 104, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 29 children

    Garden Preschool Cooperative receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional teachers, play-based curriculum, and strong community environment. Parents consistently report that children love attending and benefit from enrichment activities, outdoor time, and mixed-age classrooms. The cooperative model creates meaningful family connections, though requires significant parental involvement.

    Excellentcaring teachersinquiry-led and play-based curriculumenrichment programs (music
  5. 5
    Viaquenti Academy
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    837 Jersey Ave, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 105 children

    Viaquenti Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff and strong developmental focus. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through daily app updates, engaging activities, and a nurturing learning environment that helps children thrive from infancy through toddlerhood.

    Warm and caring teachersdetailed daily communication via appstrong developmental progressdual language immersion
  6. 6
    Academy House IV
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    3000 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

    Academy House IV in Jersey City receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and dedicated staff, safe nurturing environment, and strong developmental support for children of all abilities. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making significant progress.

    Compassionate and attentive staffDirector Christina's leadership and caresafe and clean environmenteducational curriculum
  7. 7
    Liberty Montessori : The Place For Learning LLC
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    6 Chapel Ave, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Liberty Montessori/Growing Seeds Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, nurturing environment and attentive staff. Parents highlight strong communication through daily updates and photos, developmental progress, convenient hours, and a sense of community. The school is frequently recommended as an excellent choice for early childhood education in the Jersey City area.

    Warm and caring teachersresponsive and attentive staff
  8. 8
    Small Discoveries Preschool
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    123 Monticello Avenue, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 53 children

    Small Discoveries Preschool receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the loving, attentive staff, nurturing environment, strong communication, and comprehensive developmental support from infancy through preschool age.

    Caring and professional staffloving environmentsmall class sizesopen communication and parent involvement
  9. 9
    Three Little Birds
    4.63 score
    4.8(19)

    691 Westside Avenue, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

    Three Little Birds is a highly regarded center-based preschool and daycare in Jersey City with perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, skilled staff, individualized attention, well-rounded curriculum, and strong community environment that helps children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

    Caring and skilled staffindividualized attentionwell-rounded curriculum (artmusic
  10. 10
    Park Prep Academy INC.
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    519 Central Ave, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children

    Park Prep Academy is highly regarded by parents as an outstanding preschool with a strong educational focus and nurturing environment. Parents consistently praise the knowledgeable, caring staff, excellent teacher-to-student ratios, and structured curriculum that prepares children academically and socially for kindergarten.

    Exceptional teacher-to-student ratio (1:4)highly educated directors and teachers with advanced degreesthoughtful classroom materials and learning stationsdaily outdoor park time

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Jersey City based on parent reviews

Garden Of Mustard Seeds Development & Learning Center LLC

5(20)

368 Palisade Ave, Jersey City, NJ

Parents consistently praise Garden of Mustard Seeds as a warm, loving daycare with exceptional, caring staff who foster children's development and create a family-like community. Multiple parents report choosing GOMS over more expensive alternatives after touring other facilities in the area. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in enriching activities, and showing significant developmental progress.

Caring and loving staff with low turnoverbilingual instruction (Spanish and English)warm and welcoming community feel

Hudson Sprouts

5(20)

769 Montgomery St, Jersey City, NJ

Hudson Sprouts Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, nurturing teachers, responsive director Ms. K, and reliable, safe environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-cared for throughout their time at the center.

Caring and nurturing teachersresponsive and hands-on directorexcellent communication with parents

Early Beginnings Day School

5(18)

338 Grove Street, Jersey City, NJ

Early Beginnings Day School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. They praise the caring, experienced staff—particularly director Marcia—for providing loving, attentive care in a small, intimate setting where children thrive and enjoy attending daily. Parents consistently report feeling confident leaving their children and appreciate the flexible scheduling, individual attention, and developmental support.

Caring and experienced staffdirector Marcia highly praisedsmall class sizes

Garden Preschool Cooperative

5(14)

242 Tenth Street, Suite 104, Jersey City, NJ

Garden Preschool Cooperative receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional teachers, play-based curriculum, and strong community environment. Parents consistently report that children love attending and benefit from enrichment activities, outdoor time, and mixed-age classrooms. The cooperative model creates meaningful family connections, though requires significant parental involvement.

Excellentcaring teachersinquiry-led and play-based curriculum

Viaquenti Academy

4.9(20)

837 Jersey Ave, Jersey City, NJ

Viaquenti Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff and strong developmental focus. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through daily app updates, engaging activities, and a nurturing learning environment that helps children thrive from infancy through toddlerhood.

Warm and caring teachersdetailed daily communication via appstrong developmental progress

Academy House IV

4.9(20)

3000 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ

Academy House IV in Jersey City receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and dedicated staff, safe nurturing environment, and strong developmental support for children of all abilities. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making significant progress.

Compassionate and attentive staffDirector Christina's leadership and caresafe and clean environment

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Daycare types in Jersey City

Child Daycare & Preschools 125Headstart Programs 5Before or After School Daycare 29

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Daycare Centers in Jersey City, New Jersey

There are 159 daycare centers in Jersey City, New Jersey. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Jersey City, 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 Jersey City

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Y Learning Center At Infinity H S
Before or After School Daycare
Address
193 Old Bergen Road, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-1418
Concordia Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
761 Summit Ave., Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 876-5432
The Children'S Center At Goldman Sachs
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
30 Hudson Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(212) 357-5558
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 14
Before or After School Daycare
Address
153 Union Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Sacred Heart School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
183 Bayview Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 332-7111
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 11
Before or After School Daycare
Address
886 Bergen Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 27
Before or After School Daycare
Address
201 North Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 23
Before or After School Daycare
Address
143 Romaine Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 26
Before or After School Daycare
Address
164 Laidlaw Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 22
Before or After School Daycare
Address
264 Van Horne Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Apollo After School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3044 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(855) 543-7277
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 37
Before or After School Daycare
Address
158 Erie Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Greater Bergen Community Action (Bergen Head Start)
Headstart Programs
Address
2 Oxford Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 884-1050
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 41
Before or After School Daycare
Address
59 Wilkinson Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
New Heaven Daycare Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
196 Martin Luther King Drive, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 984-2928
Smart Start Academy-The Learning Lounge II LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools

SMART START ACADEMY-THE LEARNING LOUNGE II LLC receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong developmental progress in their children and appreciate the flexible scheduling, home-cooked meals, and clear communication from management. Multiple parents have enrolled multiple children and report long-term satisfaction with the center.

Warm and caring staffpatient and attentive teacher
Address
180 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 461-6262
Boys & Girls Club Of Hudson County At Ps 15
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents praise Boys & Girls Club of Hudson County at PS 15 as an affordable, well-run after-school program with a clean, bright facility. The program offers diverse activities including sports, arts and crafts, cooking, and field trips, with staff noted for being caring and going above and beyond expectations. Multiple reviewers highlight the program's reliability, especially when schools close unexpectedly.

Affordable pricingdiverse programming (karatebasketball
Address
135 Stegman St, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6440
Boys & Girls Club Of Hudson County At Ps 41
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise the Boys & Girls Club of Hudson County at PS 41 for its excellent after-school and holiday programs, affordable pricing, and well-maintained facility. The staff is noted for being caring and professional, offering diverse activities including sports, arts and crafts, cooking, and field trips, along with meals and special events like holiday shopping sprees.

Affordable pricingflexible schedulingclean and bright facility
Address
59 Wilkinson Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6590
Montessori School Of Jersey City LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
17 Erie Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 432-6300
Smart Start Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Smart Start Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the clean facility, attentive staff, creative curriculum, and strong parent communication through daily photo updates and messages. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and excited to attend daily.

Clean and well-maintained facilitystrong safety measurescaring and attentive staff
Address
462 Central Ave., Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 461-6161
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 29
Before or After School Daycare
Address
123 Claremont Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 30
Before or After School Daycare
Address
171 Seaview Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 38
Before or After School Daycare
Address
339 Stegman Parkway, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 39
Before or After School Daycare
Address
214 Plainfield Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 15
Before or After School Daycare
Address
135 Stegman Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 20
Before or After School Daycare
Address
239 Ocean Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 34
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1830 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 6
Before or After School Daycare
Address
100 St. Paul'S Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 16
Before or After School Daycare
Address
96 Sussex Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 33
Before or After School Daycare
Address
362 Union Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206

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Frequently asked questions

There are 159 all daycares in Jersey City, New Jersey. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Jersey City, 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
Jersey City offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 125 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 29 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
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 Jersey City for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Jersey City 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.