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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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Abc Express Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

ABC Express Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff, activities, and facility. Most reviewers highlight their children's enthusiasm for attending and report flexible scheduling accommodations. One negative review cited rude staff behavior.

friendly and caring staffage-appropriate activities (water playcooking projects)
Address
697 Delsea Drive, Pitman, NJ
Phone
(856) 589-0826
Sunshine Daycare Nj Corp. # 5
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Sunshine Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents emphasize the friendly and professional staff, particularly noting teachers like Miss Dana, Miss Gabby, and Miss Cathy for their compassionate care. Children show strong academic progress and parents report feeling confident leaving their children in a safe, nurturing environment.

professional and friendly staffexperienced caregiversstrong academic instruction (letters
Address
548 Union Ave, Belleville, NJ
Phone
(973) 751-0515
The Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Children's Academy is a highly-regarded Montessori preschool in Springfield, NJ with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the nurturing, warm environment, experienced teachers, and strong academic and social-emotional development of their children. The school is noted for its authentic Montessori approach and flexible scheduling.

Experienced and nurturing teacherswarm and welcoming environmentstrong academic foundation
Address
37 Church Mall, Springfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 379-3524
Inclusive Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Inclusive Montessori for its caring and attentive staff, Montessori-based learning approach, and safe, clean environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and making strong academic progress. Owner Syeda Lubna Haroon and teachers like Ms. Kala are frequently highlighted for exceptional dedication and going above and beyond.

Caring and attentive staffMontessori hands-on learning approachchild-centered pace of learning
Address
3444 Quakerbridge Road, Building 11 B, Hamilton, NJ
Phone
(609) 578-8451
Puerto Rican Community Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Puerto Rican Community Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the dedicated teaching staff and nurturing learning environment. Parents highlight the teachers' patience, love for children, and commitment to quality early childhood education. The center is noted for community involvement, special programs like dental partnerships, and organized field trips.

Dedicated and patient teachersfun and educational environmentstrong community commitment
Address
223 Perry Street, Trenton, NJ
Phone
(609) 392-8787
Justice Juniors Child Care Center At Hughes Justice Complex
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
25 Market Street, Trenton, NJ
Phone
(609) 984-9561
Kids Kottage Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Kids Kottage Learning Center for its caring, family-oriented atmosphere and highly dedicated staff with low turnover. The facility is noted for being exceptionally clean, well-maintained, and offering strong educational programming with excellent parent communication through apps and live camera access. Multiple parents report significant developmental progress in their children and express high trust in the center's ability to care for their kids.

Dedicated and experienced stafflow teacher turnoverexceptional cleanliness
Address
659 Abbington Dr, Ste 404, East Windsor, NJ
Phone
(609) 371-0439
Temple Emanu-El Early Childhood Education Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
756 E Broad Street, Westfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 232-7663
Child Family Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Child Family Center in Millville receives mostly positive reviews with parents praising the attentive and loving staff. However, one parent expressed concern about the lack of structured learning activities. Overall, the center maintains a high rating with strong satisfaction from families.

attentive and loving teachersexcellent school staffchildren enjoy attending
Address
1100 Coombs Road, Millville, NJ
Phone
(856) 293-2170
Project Leal-North Brunswick Twp Dept Of Parks Rec & Community At Livingston Park School
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise Livingston Park School as a clean, well-maintained facility with excellent amenities for families. The park offers diverse recreational activities including sports fields, walking trails, playgrounds, and designated areas for dogs and community gatherings. Reviews highlight the peaceful atmosphere and quality upkeep by on-site staff.

Clean facilitieswell-maintained groundsample open space for children
Address
Ridgewood Avenue, North Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 214-1873
New Friends Child Care And Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

New Friends Child Care and Preschool has predominantly positive reviews praising staff care, professionalism, and affordability. However, one parent reported a serious incident where their 3-year-old daughter sustained a head injury and alleged the facility did not contact them or call an ambulance, with the matter reportedly being handled legally.

Caring and experienced staffchildren reach developmental milestonesaffordable tuition
Address
2027 Woodbridge Ave, Edison, NJ
Phone
(732) 572-2022
Little Explorers Polish-American Day Care LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Little Explorers Polish-American Day Care in Lawrence, NJ receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring staff, clean facilities, bilingual Polish-English environment, homemade meals, and engaging activities. Parents report their children are happy, comfortable, and thriving in this setting.

caring and attentive staffbilingual Polish-English instructionclean and well-maintained facilities
Address
680-690 Whitehead Road, Lawrence, NJ
Phone
(609) 393-6591
Howley School LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
555 Second Street, Trenton, NJ
Phone
(609) 394-3283
Project Leal-North Brunswick Twp Dept Of Parks Rec & Community At Judd School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews praise this park facility for its cleanliness, well-maintained grounds, and diverse recreational amenities. Parents appreciate the open spaces, multiple sports fields, walking trails, and peaceful atmosphere suitable for families and children's activities.

Clean facilitieswell-kept groundsample open green space
Address
1601 Roosevelt Ave, North Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 297-6988
The Country Day School Of Colts Neck
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise The Country Day School of Colts Neck for exceptional care, strong communication, and educational quality. Staff members, particularly leadership (Lori, Ashley, and Joe), are highlighted as caring and attentive. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially in a clean, nurturing environment.

Excellent staff and leadershipstrong parent-teacher communicationlow teacher-to-student ratios
Address
293 Highway 34, Suite 203, Colts Neck, NJ
Phone
(732) 252-8908
Little Prints Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Little Prints Day Care in Passaic receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the cleanliness, caring staff, and hands-on owner André. However, one parent reported serious concerns about communication, staff professionalism, safety measures, and incidents including injuries and illness.

clean facilitycaring and loving staffowner is hands-on and responsive
Address
39 3rd Street, Passaic, NJ
Phone
(973) 777-3900
The Work Family Connection At South Bound Brook
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Work Family Connection at South Bound Brook receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, engaging activities, homework assistance, and safe environment that make them feel confident leaving their children in the program's care.

Caring and professional staffengaging activities and craftshomework help and assistance
Address
122 Elizabeth Street, South Bound Brook, NJ
Phone
(908) 534-5985
Glassboro Child Development Center-Main
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Glassboro Child Development Center for its caring, professional staff who treat children like family and provide individualized attention. The center is noted for comprehensive programming across daycare, after-school, and summer camp, competitive pricing, and excellent daily communication via their mobile app. Children reportedly thrive academically, socially, and emotionally while parents feel confident in their child's safety and wellbeing.

Caring and professional staffindividualized attention and behavior updatessafe and nurturing environment
Address
35 S Main Street, Glassboro, NJ
Phone
(856) 881-3331
Apple Hill Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Apple Hill Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, quality learning environment, engaging activities, and excellent communication through daily updates and the Kids and Company app. Children reportedly transition well, develop strong social and language skills, and enjoy attending the center.

Compassionate and patient staffopen and accessible directorclean and safe environment
Address
598 Aldrich Road, Howell, NJ
Phone
(732) 370-0110
The Work Family Connection At Millington School
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise The Work Family Connection at Millington School for its caring, professional staff and engaging activities. Children enjoy the program and feel safe, with homework assistance provided during aftercare. The facility is highly recommended for before and aftercare services.

Caring and kind staffengaging activities and craftshomework assistance
Address
91 Northfield Road, Millington, NJ
Phone
(908) 647-2312
The Work Family Connection @ Harding Township School
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise The Work Family Connection @ Harding Township School for its caring, professional staff and engaging activities. Children enjoy attending the aftercare and before-care programs, with parents noting they feel confident leaving their children in the program's care. The center is recognized for homework assistance, outdoor play, crafts, sports, and strong communication with parents.

Caring and professional staffengaging activities and craftshomework assistance
Address
34 Lee'S Hill Road, Basking Ridge, NJ
Phone
(973) 267-6398
Madison Cooperative Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Madison Cooperative Nursery School for its play-based learning approach, warm and nurturing environment, and strong sense of community. The cooperative model emphasizing parent involvement is highly valued, and teachers are described as caring and dedicated. All reviewers rate the school 5/5 stars and report their children adjusted well and thrived there.

play-based learningoutdoor timesmall class sizes
Address
4 Madison Ave, Madison, NJ
Phone
(973) 377-2501
My Little University
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

My Little University receives consistently high praise from parents who describe a warm, family-like environment with dedicated and attentive staff. Parents highlight exceptional teacher-child relationships, strong communication, and developmental progress across all age groups from infants through pre-K. The facility is noted for cleanliness, safety, curriculum quality, and owner involvement.

Caring and attentive stafffamily-like environmentdaily app updates and communication
Address
201 Park Avenue, East Rutherford, NJ
Phone
(201) 933-2400
Gillette School (The Work Family Connection)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise the Work Family Connection aftercare and before/after school programs at Gillette School. All reviewers highlight caring, professional staff, engaging activities, homework support, and safe environments. Children reportedly enjoy attending and look forward to their time in the program.

Caring and professional staffengaging activities and craftshomework assistance
Address
759 Valley Rd, Gillette, NJ
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Chatham Kindergarten Wrap-Around The Work Family Connection At Ogden Memorial Church
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Chatham Kindergarten Wrap-Around/Work Family Connection for its caring, professional staff and engaging activities. Children enjoy attending the before and after-school programs, complete homework with support, and parents report feeling at ease knowing their children are safe and well-supervised. The program is recommended highly across all reviews.

Caring and friendly staffengaging activities and craftshomework assistance provided
Address
Main & Elmwood Ave, Chatham, NJ
Phone
(973) 635-5466
Hilltop Christian Nursery School
Church Daycare
4.6
Address
14 Hilltop Rd, Mendham, NJ
Phone
(973) 543-0054
The Child Development Center At Giralda Farms
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents overwhelmingly praise The Child Development Center at Giralda Farms for its clean, secure facility, caring and professional staff, and strong programs for children with autism. One parent reported poor service involving a nanny cancellation and inadequate communication about replacement hiring.

Clean and well-organized facilitysecure environment with controlled accessfriendly and professional staff
Address
Five Giralda Farms, Madison, NJ
Phone
(973) 301-0812
Little Learners Budd Lake
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Little Learners Budd Lake for its warm, caring staff who genuinely love working with children. The daycare is noted for engaging activities, crafts, educational programming, and strong communication with families. Children are reported to be happy, comfortable, and thriving in the environment.

Warm and caring staffstrong parent-staff relationshipsengaging activities and crafts
Address
30 Old Budd Lake Road, Budd Lake, NJ
Phone
(973) 691-9430
The Special Children'S Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise The Special Children's Center Inc for its exceptional care and support of children with special needs. The facility is noted for its warm, loving atmosphere, dedicated staff, and extensive programming including educational trips and community events. Families highlight how the center goes above and beyond to make each child feel safe, happy, and valued.

Caring and dedicated staffwarm and welcoming atmospherespecialized services for special needs children
Address
1400 Prospect Street, Lakewood, NJ
Phone
(732) 367-0099
Ocean Gymnastics Academy - Oceans Of Fun Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Ocean Gymnastics Academy receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the teachers, staff, welcoming environment, and value for pricing. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving inadequate accommodation for a child with special needs (Down Syndrome, hearing loss, and feeding tube), resulting in the child being asked to leave after 10 minutes.

Excellent teachers and staffgood preparation for kindergartenwelcoming and accommodating owne
Address
1200 Fischer Blvd, Toms River, NJ
Phone
(732) 270-4500

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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.