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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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La Edad De Oro Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

La Edad de Oro Daycare Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, professional staff and warm family-like environment. Parents highlight strong staff-child bonds, excellent communication, cleanliness, and genuine concern for both children's development and parental peace of mind. The center is recommended for families seeking reliable, compassionate early childhood care.

Caring and loving staffstrong staff-child relationshipsexcellent communication with parents
Address
301 45 Th Street Rear, Union City, NJ
Phone
(201) 867-1705
Little Blossom Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Little Blossom Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and professional staff, strong parent communication through the Bloomz app, and safe, clean environment that supports child development. One parent reported significant facility maintenance issues and concerns about heating and outdoor time management.

caring and welcoming staffstrong parent-teacher communicationeducational support (literacy skills)
Address
200-19th Street, Union City, NJ
Phone
(201) 348-0700
Glassboro Child Development Centers-Rodgers
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Glassboro Child Development Centers-Rodgers for its caring, professional staff who genuinely support each child's development. The center is noted for its safe, nurturing environment, comprehensive programs (daycare, after-school, summer camp), and helpful communication through their mobile app. Parents appreciate the included amenities like meals, diapers, and milk, as well as the competitive pricing.

Caring and professional staffsafe and nurturing environmentstrong academic and social-emotional growth
Address
301 Georgetown Rd, Glassboro, NJ
Phone
(856) 881-3331
Kidstart Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

KIDSTART LEARNING CENTER receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, responsive communication, and their children's happiness and development at the center.

Caring and professional staffclean and well-maintained facilityresponsive communication and real-time app updates
Address
1440 How Lane, North Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 810-3462
Westwood Recreation Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Westwood Recreation Pre-School is praised for its well-organized programs and nice facilities. Parents highlight its spacious venue suitable for events and gatherings, with appreciation noted for staff member Gary's hard work.

Great event spaceorganized recreation departmentnice facilities
Address
55 Jefferson Ave, Westwood, NJ
Phone
(201) 664-7882
Sowing Seed School Infant Toddler/Preschool/Afterschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Sowing Seed School receives consistently high praise from parents who emphasize the caring, nurturing environment and strong teacher-child relationships. Parents highlight significant developmental progress, diverse learning activities, and a family-like community atmosphere that extends support to both children and parents.

Warm and attentive staffgenuine care for childrenstrong teacher-child relationships
Address
100 Port Imperial, Weehawken, NJ
Phone
(201) 766-1053
Toddlers Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Toddlers Learning Center in Plainfield, NJ has earned consistent 5-star reviews from parents praising its educational curriculum, caring staff, and nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental gains in their children across academic skills, social-emotional growth, and readiness for kindergarten. The center is described as a legacy institution with long-term positive impact on families across generations.

Experienced and passionate staffstrong ac
Address
420-422 E 6th Street, Plainfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 769-8593
Work-Family Connection At White Township
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise Work-Family Connection at White Township for its caring, professional staff and engaging activities. Children enjoy attending aftercare and before-care programs, with parents reporting peace of mind about their child's safety and well-being. The program successfully combines homework assistance, outdoor play, crafts, and sports in a supervised, friendly environment.

Friendly and caring staffengaging activities and craftshomework assistance provided
Address
565 County Route 519, Belvidere, NJ
Phone
(908) 534-5935
Saint Paul'S Centenary United Methodist Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
739 Mt. Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ
Phone
(973) 485-1822
Step By Step School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Step by Step School receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, strong teacher retention, clean facilities, flexible scheduling, and included meals as major strengths.

Caring and attentive staff with low turnovergenuine relationships with children and familiesclean and spacious facility
Address
720 Monroe Street, Hoboken, NJ
Phone
(201) 653-5344
Urban Jungle Play
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Urban Jungle Play is highly praised by parents for its attentive teachers, engaging activities, and clean, well-organized play spaces. Parents consistently highlight the low student-to-teacher ratio, variety of crafts and themed activities, and positive experiences across open play, camp, preschool, and birthday party services.

Attentive and caring teacherslow teacher-to-student ratioindividual attention to children
Address
1125 Maxwell Lane, Hoboken, NJ
Phone
(201) 653-4212
Kidz Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Kidz Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the staff's attentiveness, caring approach, and nurturing environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in learning, and showing strong developmental progress. One negative review criticized their handling of virtual learning programs.

Staff dedication and attentivenesssafe and clean facilitycaring and loving environment
Address
5108 Columbia Avenue, North Bergen, NJ
Phone
(201) 758-5268
Starting Points Of Hudson County
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Starting Points of Hudson County receives mostly positive feedback from parents praising the caring teachers, safe environment, and facilities. However, one parent had a significantly negative experience with a staff member's aggressive and disrespectful behavior.

Caring and attentive teacherssafe environmentindoor gym and outdoor playground
Address
254 Bartholdi Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 433-8252
Supertots Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Supertots Educational Center as an exceptional preschool with caring, creative teachers and a strong curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and thriving in a clean, safe, well-organized learning environment. The school is highly recommended for its outstanding education, communication with parents, and extracurricular activities.

caring and creative teachersstrong academic curriculumsafe and clean facility
Address
158 Sterling Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 433-9900
Growing Tree Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Growing Tree Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, nurturing teachers, supportive administration, clean facilities, and engaging activities that promote child development and happiness.

Caring and dedicated teacherswelcoming and approachable directorhelpful front desk staff
Address
27 Fisk Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 860-0044
Academia Learning & Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
2900 Bergenline Ave (Rear), Union City, NJ
Phone
(201) 348-1335
Ymca Child Development Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Parents consistently praise the YMCA Child Development Center in Elizabeth for its caring, knowledgeable staff and clean, supportive learning environment. Multiple reviewers highlight significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the director's accessibility and involvement in fostering a positive workplace culture.

Attentive and caring staffclean facilitiesstrong leadership under director Lisa
Address
16-20 Jefferson Ave, Elizabeth, NJ
Phone
(908) 355-3061
Piece Of Heaven Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1283 Liberty Ave, Hillside, NJ
Phone
(973) 926-3040
Come Play And Learn Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Come Play and Learn Early Learning Center in Cranford receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with six 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, quality curriculum, and child development. However, one parent had a negative enrollment experience citing poor communication and lack of explanation when their spot was cancelled.

kind and professional staffstrong early learning curriculumattentive communication about child's daily activities
Address
61 Myrtle Street, Cranford, NJ
Phone
(908) 653-9333
Ridgewood Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Ridgewood Montessori School receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, family-like environment, and strong child development outcomes. However, one detailed negative review from 2018-2019 raised concerns about inadequate teacher qualifications and oversight in the Seedlings room, citing lack of curriculum transparency, cleanliness issues, and poor child experience during that period.

Warm and nurturing stafffamily environmentindividualized child development
Address
70 Eisenhower Drive, Paramus, NJ
Phone
(201) 845-4356
The Growing Garden Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Growing Garden Nursery School in Paramus receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the creative teachers, safe environment, and children's enthusiasm for attending. However, a small number of recent reviews raise serious concerns about teacher conduct and classroom practices. Overall ratings are highly polarized between 5-star and 1-2 star reviews.

Creative and engaging lesson planningexperienced teacherswarm and family-like atmosphere
Address
156 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ
Phone
(201) 265-3223
Glen Rock Jewish Center Nursery School
Church Daycare
4.5

Glen Rock Jewish Center Nursery School receives mostly positive feedback for its warm, experienced staff and play-based, enriching curriculum with Jewish holiday exposure. Parents appreciate the wholesome environment and community, though one reviewer noted concerns about class sizes, academic rigor, and staff dynamics.

Warm and loving staffexperienced teachersplay-based curriculum
Address
682 Harristown Rd, Glen Rock, NJ
Phone
(201) 652-6624
Jellybean Jungle
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Jellybean Jungle for its clean facilities, friendly and accommodating staff, and reasonable pricing. The facility is popular for both open play sessions and birthday party hosting, with parents noting that staff handle most of the party logistics, allowing parents to relax and enjoy the celebration. Children are reported to be happy and engaged during visits.

Clean and well-maintained facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffaffordable pricing ($13-15 per person)
Address
230 North Maple Avenue, Marlton, NJ
Phone
(856) 596-8889
Little Lights Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Little Lights Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents, with staff described as caring, pleasant, and genuinely invested in children's development. Parents appreciate the clean facility, Christian-based curriculum with biblical projects, and daily communication about their children's activities and progress.

Caring and pleasant staffclean facilitychild development (colors
Address
2030 Erial-Clementon Road, Erial, NJ
Phone
(856) 782-4919
Cherrywood Academy And Private Pre School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
8 Cherrywood Drive, Clementon, NJ
Phone
(856) 566-1004
The Garden Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
558a Clifton Avenue, Clifton, NJ
Phone
(917) 681-5254
Saint Justine Nursery INC. I
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Saint Justine Nursery Inc. in Newark receives mostly positive reviews praising staff friendliness, teacher care, and educational activities. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about staff professionalism, safety protocols, dietary accommodations, and lack of diversity.

helpful and attentive staffcaring teachers who love childrenclean facility
Address
119-137 Clifford Street 2nd Fl, Newark, NJ
Phone
(973) 589-3265
Little Explorers Early Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Little Explorers Early Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who emphasize the warm, family-like environment and deeply caring staff. Parents highlight their children's happiness, strong teacher-child relationships, and quality early childhood curriculum. Many report their children have experienced significant behavioral improvements and academic success.

Caring and passionate staffwarm and nurturing environmentstrong teacher-child relat
Address
346 E Mt Pleasant Avenue, Livingston, NJ
Phone
(862) 250-5720
Muslim Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
343-347 16th Avenue, Irvington, NJ
Phone
(973) 373-8700
Clinton Hill Community Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Clinton Hill Community Early Childhood Center for its friendly and welcoming staff, strong academic focus, and warm environment. The center serves children ages 2 and up and receives universal positive feedback from families.

Excellent teachers and stafffriendly and welcoming atmospherestrong academics
Address
420 Hawthorne Avenue, Newark, NJ
Phone
(973) 372-8877

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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.