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4,125 Daycare Centers in New Jersey

Browse 4,125 daycare centers across New Jersey. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in New Jersey

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in New Jersey can make the decision-making process smoother.

New Jersey has about 4,125 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in New Jersey. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in New Jersey

There are 4,125 daycares in New Jersey: 101 headstart facilities, 689 before/after school centers, 213 religious facility daycares, and 3,122 childcare and preschool centers.

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Neve Shalom Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Neve Shalom Nursery School is a highly regarded Jewish community center and synagogue in Metuchen, NJ, with an excellent nursery school program. Parents consistently praise the warm, welcoming, and inclusive atmosphere that serves families of all backgrounds. The facility offers diverse educational and spiritual opportunities with strong community support and engagement.

Excellent nursery school programwarm and welcoming communityegalitarian values
Address
250 Grove Ave, Metuchen, NJ
Phone
(732) 548-2238
Middlesex County College Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents overwhelmingly praise Middlesex County College Day Care Center for its caring, hands-on director (Mary Jo) and dedicated teachers who support children's academic and social-emotional development. Children show measurable learning gains and enjoy attending. One negative review mentioned a staff member's customer service approach.

Hands-on directorcaring and supportive teachersstrong academic instruction
Address
2600 Woodbridge Ave, Edison, NJ
Phone
(732) 906-2542
Little Smiles Preschool & Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Little Smiles Preschool & Day Care for its caring, dedicated staff and supportive learning environment. Children show significant growth in academic, social, and personal skills, with staff members like Ms. Olga, Ms. Becky, Ms. Juana, and Ms. Liddy frequently highlighted for their compassionate care. Parents appreciate regular communication about daily activities and their children's development.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong educational and social skill developmentengaging classroom activities
Address
70 Beach Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 792-7774
Little Amber Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Little Amber Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents for attentive, caring staff and a family-owned environment that makes families feel safe. Parents highlight the quality summer programs, engaging activities, and professional, friendly personnel. Multiple reviewers span decades, with some having attended as children themselves and now trusting the center with their own kids.

attentive and caring stafffamily-ownedprofessional
Address
406 11th Street, Union City, NJ
Phone
(201) 867-5052
The Brunswick School
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

The Brunswick School receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff and safe, nurturing environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending, with measurable growth in academics, social skills, and confidence. Parents highlight the organized operations, quality curriculum with intentional themes, and strong student-to-teacher ratios.

Caring and professional teacherssafe and clean facilityorganized drop-off/pick-up
Address
189 Brunswick Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 906-3704
Key Element Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Key Element Learning receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, passionate staff and warm, safe environment. Parents highlight strong academic preparation, responsive management, multilingual instruction, and structured enrichment activities. Children reportedly thrive emotionally and developmentally at this Jersey City center.

Caring and passionate staffwarm and safe environmentstrong academic foundation
Address
338 Grove Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 200-1160
Team Walker INC
Before or After School Daycare
4.6
Address
264 Van Horne Sreet, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 433-1888
Kidz Inn Day Care & Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise KIDZ INN as an exceptional daycare with caring, attentive staff and strong academic and social development outcomes. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily, and parents appreciate the clean environment, engaging activities, responsive communication, and hands-on leadership. The facility is frequently recommended as the best daycare option in Jersey City.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong academic learningsocial and emotional development
Address
73 Congress Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 420-1400
Grandma'S Place Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents praise Grandma's Place for its loving, attentive staff and strong educational preparation for kindergarten. Children show significant developmental progress and arrive home happy. The facility is described as safe with excellent communication between staff and parents.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong teacher-child relationshipseducational activities and kindergarten readiness
Address
520 - 66th Street, West New York, NJ
Phone
(201) 758-0253
Parkside Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Parkside Pre-School for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing educational environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-prepared for elementary school through a variety of activities, field trips, and events. The facility is described as clean, organized, and safe with responsive administration and excellent parent communication.

Kind and patient teachersinvested in child developmentwelcoming administrators
Address
202-206 Central Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 533-0570
Friendship Family Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Friendship Family Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with children showing strong academic progress and emotional development. Parents highlight the caring, loving staff and management, with children eager to attend daily. The facility is also noted as well-maintained and spacious.

Academic progress (lettersnumbersreading)
Address
41 - 45 West 20th Street, Bayonne, NJ
Phone
(201) 437-3544
Jubilee Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Jubilee Center is highly regarded by parents as an affordable after-school and summer program for children. Parents praise the structured activities including homework help, enrichment classes, meals, and caring staff. The facility also serves as an event venue and is noted as a welcoming community space.

Affordable program for low-income familiesstructured after-school and summer programshomework club
Address
601 - 603 Jackson Street, Hoboken, NJ
Phone
(201) 792-0340
Pee Wee Prep
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Pee Wee Prep Bayonne as a caring, nurturing daycare with attentive and loving staff. Children show significant developmental progress academically and socially, with parents noting their children are happy and thrive in the environment. The director (Marnie) and teachers are highlighted for creating a safe, family-like atmosphere with excellent communication and engagement.

Attentive and caring staffpositive and nurturing environmentstrong developmental progress (academics and social skills)
Address
478 Ave C, Bayonne, NJ
Phone
(201) 437-2127
Egenolf Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Egenolf Early Childhood Center in Elizabeth, New Jersey receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong academic progress, and positive first school experiences for their children. The facility is noted for quality instruction, affordable programs, and a welcoming environment that parents describe as difficult to leave.

caring and attentive staffstrong academic advancementexcellent teachers
Address
725 Newark Ave, Elizabeth, NJ
Phone
(908) 352-7508
Love Laugh Learn Dba Westfield Little School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Westfield Little School for its warm, nurturing environment and attentive staff across all age groups. The facility is commended for excellent communication with parents, individualized care, and creating a strong sense of community and safety. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-cared for.

Warm and attentive staffexcellent parent communicationindividualized care
Address
462 West Broad Street, Westfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 654-5900
Little Einsteins Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Little Einsteins Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the clean facilities, professional staff, low teacher-to-student ratios, and year-round availability. Children are reported to enjoy attending and benefit from the academy's educational approach and family-like treatment.

year-round operationcleanlinessprofessional and polite staff
Address
528 E 2nd St, Roselle, NJ
Phone
(908) 241-6200
Trinity Episcopal Day School INC
Church Daycare
4.6

Trinity Episcopal Day School Inc receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, dedicated staff and small class sizes. Parents highlight the school's flexibility, individualized attention to student needs (including special needs support), and strong academic and social development. The aftercare program is particularly valued for homework assistance and convenient bus pickup from local schools.

Small class sizescaring and attentive staffflexible administration
Address
205 North Avenue East, Cranford, NJ
Phone
(908) 276-2881
Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center #51
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents overwhelmingly praise Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center for exceptional safety practices and quality education, with most giving 5-star ratings. One parent raised concerns about the principal's professionalism and alleged favoritism toward Spanish-speaking parents over African American families.

Student safetyquality educationexcellent teaching staff
Address
544 Pennsylvania Ave, Elizabeth, NJ
Phone
(908) 436-6164
Our Savior'S Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Our Savior's Child Care Center in Edison receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the attentive and caring staff, individualized attention, safe environment, and convenient YMCA app for daily updates. One parent reported concern about inappropriate language exposure. The center offers various programs including before/after care, summer programs, and enrichment activities.

attentive and caring staffsafe and welcoming environmentindividuali
Address
50 Calvert Ave-East, Edison, NJ
Phone
(732) 548-0523
Christ The Good Shepherd Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6

Christ the Good Shepherd Preschool is a Catholic religious facility in Vineland, NJ with a 4.6/5 Google rating. Parents praise it as a warm, family-oriented, and safe environment where children show strong developmental growth. The facility is part of an active faith community that emphasizes family involvement and spiritual development.

warm and safe environmentchild development and growthfamily-oriented atmosphere
Address
1655 Magnolia Road, Vineland, NJ
Phone
(856) 696-0506
Work Family Connection Before & After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Work Family Connection's Quakertown before and after school program receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, engaging activities, homework assistance, and safe environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel confident in the program's care.

Caring and friendly staffengaging activities and craftshomework help
Address
226 Quakertown Rd, Quakertown, NJ
Phone
(908) 635-7450
Right At Home Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Right at Home Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with most parents praising the caring, professional staff and family-like atmosphere. However, one parent raised serious concerns about owner conduct, confidentiality breaches, and facility safety standards.

Caring and attentive staffwelcoming environmentchildren's social and emotional development
Address
1180 Us Highway 22, Lebanon, NJ
Phone
(908) 236-8410
The Work Family Connection At Frenchtown Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise The Work Family Connection at Frenchtown Elementary School for its caring, professional staff and engaging activities. Children enjoy attending and feel safe in the program, with parents reporting peace of mind while at work. The aftercare program includes homework assistance, outdoor play, crafts, and sports activities.

Caring and kind staffengaging activities and craftshomework assistance available
Address
902 Harrison Street, Frenchtown, NJ
Phone
(908) 996-2751
The Work-Family Connection At High Bridge Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

The Work-Family Connection at High Bridge Elementary receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, engaging activities, homework assistance, and safe environment for their children in both before and aftercare programs.

Caring and professional staffengaging activities and craftshomework assistance
Address
40 Fairview Avenue, High Bridge, NJ
Phone
(908) 638-4105
The Work Family Connection At Round Valley School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Work Family Connection at Round Valley School receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews award 5-star ratings, highlighting the caring and professional staff, engaging activities, homework support, and safe environment provided in their before-care and aftercare programs.

Caring and professional staffSafe environmentHomework assistance
Address
128 Cokesbury Road, Lebanon, NJ
Phone
(908) 635-7439
First Step Learning Center Of Lebanon
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

First Step Learning Center of Lebanon receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, educational focus, and supportive environment. Parents highlight the director Miss Lynne's professionalism, willingness to address developmental concerns, and genuine commitment to children's wellbeing. The center is noted for affordability, low staff turnover, and creating a nurturing atmosphere where children thrive academically and socially.

caring and professional staffchild development focusaffordable pricing
Address
3 Haytown Rd, Lebanon, NJ
Phone
(908) 236-7669
Work Family Connection Before And After School Program At Patrick Mcgaheran School
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise Work Family Connection's before and after school program for its caring, professional staff and engaging activities. Children reportedly enjoy attending, complete homework with staff support, and feel safe and included. The program is described as a reliable solution for working parents.

Caring and professional staffengaging activities and craftshomework assistance
Address
63 Allerton Rd, Lebanon, NJ
Phone
(908) 730-9112
Work-Family Connection At Lester D Wilson School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Work Family Connection's aftercare and before-care programs, highlighting caring and professional staff, engaging activities, and homework support. Children reportedly enjoy attending and feel safe in the program. The facility is described as a reliable solution for working families.

Friendly and caring staffhomework assistance providedvariety of activities and crafts
Address
525 County Rd 513, Alexandria Township, NJ
Phone
(908) 439-3387
Bayonne Pal Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
550 Ave A, Bayonne, NJ
Phone
(201) 437-6427
Square One Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Square One Kids Academy receives universal 5-star praise from parents. They consistently highlight the cleanliness and organization of the facility, the exceptional care and dedication of staff (particularly director Felicia), strong communication through daily app updates, and developmentally appropriate curriculum with engaging activities. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and thriving.

Immaculate cleanliness and organizationcaring and loving teachersresponsive communication via app and staff
Address
112 Bauer Drive, Oakland, NJ
Phone
(201) 644-7575

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4,125 all daycares across New Jersey. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in New Jersey are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through New Jersey's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in New Jersey, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (New Jersey sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in New Jersey vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.