Best Daycare Centers in Manahawkin, NJ
Compare 9 daycare centers in Manahawkin. Average rating: 4.42/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Manahawkin, New Jersey at a glance
- Daycares
- 9
- Avg rating
- 4.42/5
- Parent reviews
- 70
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 3
Manahawkin has 9 licensed daycares with 70 parent reviews averaging 4.42/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 08050 zip code, averaging 4.42 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Manahawkin
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.
- 1Mckinley Avenue (1011196)4.48 score4.6(20)
1000 Mckinley Ave, Manahawkin, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 180 children
The reviews provided do not appear to be for a daycare center, but rather for a theater/performance venue (STAC center) in the area. No actual daycare parent reviews were found for McKinley Avenue.
None - reviews are for a theater venuenot a daycare - 2Ocean Acres (1013572)4.24 score4.3(20)
489 Nautilus Ave, Manahawkin, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 180 children
Review content does not pertain to daycare services. Most reviews reference Ocean Acres as a community civic center and gathering space rather than evaluating childcare quality, staff qualifications, or educational programming.
Friendly staffample parking and facilities for eventswelcoming community atmosphere
Rating Distribution
Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Manahawkin
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Manahawkin zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08050 | 9 | 4.42 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Manahawkin (39–180 children)
Small
up to 30 children
0
Medium
31–75 children
5
Large
76–150 children
1
Very Large
150+ children
3
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Manahawkin based on parent reviews
Mckinley Avenue (1011196)
1000 Mckinley Ave, Manahawkin, NJ
The reviews provided do not appear to be for a daycare center, but rather for a theater/performance venue (STAC center) in the area. No actual daycare parent reviews were found for McKinley Avenue.
Happy Days South Preschool
1445 Forecastle Avenue, Manahawkin, NJ
Parents describe the center as safe, clean, and welcoming, with staff who treat children as if they were their own. Reviewers highlight exceptional communication between parents and teachers, noting that their children enjoy attending.
Ocean Acres (1013572)
489 Nautilus Ave, Manahawkin, NJ
Review content does not pertain to daycare services. Most reviews reference Ocean Acres as a community civic center and gathering space rather than evaluating childcare quality, staff qualifications, or educational programming.
Manahawkin Methodist Preschool
116 Stafford Ave, Manahawkin, NJ
One parent shares that their son enjoys attending the preschool, citing a friendly and welcoming atmosphere alongside significant learning and social growth. The family selected the center due to strong state inspection reports and positive word-of-mouth, expressing high satisfaction with the teachers and overall experience.
I Shine Learning Center LLC
333 Haywood Road, Building Building 2, Unit 1, Manahawkin, NJ
One parent highlights the center's flexibility and compassionate care for infants, noting that staff treat children like their own and provide reassuring updates. However, another review alleges dishonesty regarding health protocols, citing a disputed fever reading and cough severity that allegedly led to unnecessary absenteeism and potential job loss.
Shore Kidz Child Care Center INC.
1155 Route 72, Manahawkin, NJ
One parent describes exceptional educational progress, safety regarding allergies, and personalized attention, while another notes the staff's kindness and meaningful engagement without overcharging for amenities. Conversely, a single review alleges unprofessionalism, persistent odors, staff illness, and pest infestations.
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Daycare Centers in Manahawkin, New Jersey
There are 9 daycare centers in Manahawkin, 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 Manahawkin have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.42 stars. Our analysis covers 70 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Manahawkin, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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One parent shares that their son enjoys attending the preschool, citing a friendly and welcoming atmosphere alongside significant learning and social growth. The family selected the center due to strong state inspection reports and positive word-of-mouth, expressing high satisfaction with the teachers and overall experience.
- Address
- 116 Stafford Ave, Manahawkin, NJ
- Phone
- (609) 597-0407
Parents describe the center as safe, clean, and welcoming, with staff who treat children as if they were their own. Reviewers highlight exceptional communication between parents and teachers, noting that their children enjoy attending.
- Address
- 1445 Forecastle Avenue, Manahawkin, NJ
- Phone
- (609) 597-8222
The reviews provided do not appear to be for a daycare center, but rather for a theater/performance venue (STAC center) in the area. No actual daycare parent reviews were found for McKinley Avenue.
- Address
- 1000 Mckinley Ave, Manahawkin, NJ
- Phone
- (609) 978-5700
Review content does not pertain to daycare services. Most reviews reference Ocean Acres as a community civic center and gathering space rather than evaluating childcare quality, staff qualifications, or educational programming.
- Address
- 489 Nautilus Ave, Manahawkin, NJ
- Phone
- (609) 978-5700
One parent highlights the center's flexibility and compassionate care for infants, noting that staff treat children like their own and provide reassuring updates. However, another review alleges dishonesty regarding health protocols, citing a disputed fever reading and cough severity that allegedly led to unnecessary absenteeism and potential job loss.
- Address
- 333 Haywood Road, Building Building 2, Unit 1, Manahawkin, NJ
- Phone
- (516) 582-7313
One parent describes exceptional educational progress, safety regarding allergies, and personalized attention, while another notes the staff's kindness and meaningful engagement without overcharging for amenities. Conversely, a single review alleges unprofessionalism, persistent odors, staff illness, and pest infestations.
- Address
- 1155 Route 72, Manahawkin, NJ
- Phone
- (609) 978-0800
- Address
- 400 N Main Street, Manahawkin, NJ
- Phone
- (609) 597-9099
The Learning Experience in Manahawkin receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and dedicated staff, strong curriculum, and noticeable child development progress across all age groups.
- Address
- 1600 Route 72 West, Manahawkin, NJ
- Phone
- (609) 978-2900
- Address
- 1000 Mckinley Ave, Manahawkin, NJ
- Phone
- (609) 978-5700
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