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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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Roxbury Day Care Center INC. Before & After School Program - Meeker Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
Franklin School, Succasunna, NJ
Phone
(973) 584-0177
Roxbury Day Care Center INC. Before & After School Program - Cornhollow Rd
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
Jefferson School, Succasunna, NJ
Phone
(973) 584-9676
Mountain Lakes Country Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Mountain Lakes Country Day School receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, experienced staff and strong leadership. Parents emphasize the warm environment, low teacher-to-child ratios, excellent parent-teacher communication, and the longevity of staff members. The locally-owned daycare is noted for its creative curriculum and personal attention to each child.

experienced and caring staff with long tenurelow teacher-to-child ratiosstrong parent-teacher communication
Address
356 Route 46 E, Mountain Lakes, NJ
Phone
(973) 983-9831
Little Giggles Day Care LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Little Giggles for its warm, homey atmosphere and highly engaged staff who maintain excellent daily communication through photos, videos, and app updates. Children show strong developmental progress and genuinely enjoy attending, with parents noting the center feels like an extension of their home. The facility is commended for its professionalism, safety, cleanliness, and varied educational activities.

Warm and welcoming staffexcellent daily communication and updates via appfrequent photos and videos
Address
2004 Route 88, Brick, NJ
Phone
(732) 458-2222
Little Rascals Early Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Little Rascals Early Learning Academy receives predominantly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, cleanliness, organization, and responsive leadership under director Mrs. Jen. However, one parent reported serious hygiene concerns including unsanitary bathroom conditions and frequent illness among children during their three-month enrollment.

Attentive and caring teachersclean facilityorganized
Address
567 Mantoloking Road, Brick, NJ
Phone
(732) 262-0001
Meridian Early Childhood Education At Riverview Medical Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

These reviews do not pertain to the daycare facility. All submitted reviews are for Riverview Medical Center's hospital departments (labor/delivery, emergency, ICU) rather than the early childhood education center. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

None applicable - reviews are for hospital servicesnot daycare
Address
1 Riverview Plaza, Red Bank, NJ
Phone
(732) 530-2568
Leapfrog Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
174 Patterson Ave, Shrewsbury, NJ
Phone
(732) 530-1442
Monmouth Day Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Monmouth Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, communicative staff and safe, clean environment. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, community engagement, and reliable operations. One negative review lacks substantive detail.

Nurturing and caring staffstrong communication with parentsclean facility
Address
9 Drs. James Parker Blvd, Red Bank, NJ
Phone
(732) 741-4313
Tiny Treasures Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Tiny Treasures Nursery School receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, welcoming atmosphere, and structured curriculum. However, one parent reported a significantly negative experience during summer camp, citing unprofessional staff and lasting emotional impact on their child.

Qualified and friendly staffsecure and confident carecurriculum-based learning
Address
2024 New Bedford Rd, Spring Lake, NJ
Phone
(732) 449-4073
Montessori Academy Of New Jersey
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Montessori Academy of New Jersey for its caring, professional staff and nurturing Montessori environment. Multiple reviewers report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong teacher-child relationships and daily communication about development. The facility is highly recommended by families who have enrolled multiple children over many years.

Caring and dedicated staffwelcoming environmentdaily reports on child progress and activities
Address
3504 Old Asbury Ave, Neptune, NJ
Phone
(732) 922-9171
Drew University Acorn Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The reviews provided do not appear to be from parents of daycare attendees at Drew University Acorn Academy. Instead, they are reviews of Drew University itself from alumni, visitors, and business partners praising the campus and institution. No substantive feedback about the actual daycare center, childcare services, or staff performance is available.

Beautiful campusserene wooded environmentaccommodating staff
Address
24 Madison Ave, Madison, NJ
Phone
(973) 520-8889
Roxbury Day Care Center INC. Before & After School Program - Nixon School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
Mt. Arlington Blvd, Landing, NJ
Phone
(973) 398-1575
Little Beginnings Childcare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Little Beginnings is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Howell Township, NJ, with all 10 recent reviews giving 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, strong communication, educational curriculum, and family-like environment. Children show significant developmental progress and genuinely enjoy attending.

Attentive and caring staffexcellent communication with parentsstrong educational curriculum with age-appropriate activities
Address
106 Windeler Road, Howell Township, NJ
Phone
(732) 370-3222
Ocean Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Ocean Kids Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and communicative staff, strong child development, and safe, welcoming environment that helps children feel comfortable and secure.

caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parentschild growth and development
Address
1172 Church Road, Toms River, NJ
Phone
(732) 244-7070
Blended Future
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Blended Future receives predominantly positive reviews praising staff attentiveness, child development, cleanliness, and a versatile curriculum blending Montessori and Mother Goose methodologies. One negative review cited communication breakdowns between morning staff and teachers, lack of incident reporting, and unprofessional handling of a child injury.

attentive and responsive staffage-appropriate curriculumoutdoor playground time
Address
9035 Barr Place, North Bergen, NJ
Phone
(201) 713-9955
Ironbound After-School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Ironbound After-School Program as an exceptional community organization in Newark. Staff are described as helpful, kind, and pleasant, with the facility noted as clean. The program is commended for providing excellent multilingual services (English, Spanish, Portuguese) and comprehensive support to families and children.

Helpful and kind staffclean facilityexcellent services
Address
432 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJ
Phone
(973) 465-0947
Firehouse Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Firehouse Kids Academy receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and family-like atmosphere. However, there are two negative reviews citing staff unprofessionalism, lack of transparency, and health concerns.

Attentive and caring stafffamily-like environmentchildren are happy and comfortable
Address
625 61st Street, West New York, NJ
Phone
(201) 295-1800
Ocean Acres (1013572)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

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
Address
489 Nautilus Ave, Manahawkin, NJ
Phone
(609) 978-5700
Kids Growing Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Kids Growing Early Learning Center for its caring, friendly staff and clean, welcoming environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate developmental progress in speech, social skills, and cognitive abilities. Communication between staff and parents is highlighted as a strong point.

Caring and friendly staffclean facilitystrong parent-child communication
Address
399 Dover Road, Suite 6, Toms River, NJ
Phone
(732) 608-0825
Intellichild Academy Of Fort Lee
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Intellichild Academy for exceptional educational quality, caring staff, and nurturing environment. Children reportedly thrive, enjoy attending daily, and transition smoothly to kindergarten. The facility is noted for cleanliness, organization, homemade meals, outdoor time, and accommodating hours.

High-quality educationcaring and friendly staffclean and safe facility
Address
1576 Palisade Avenue, Fort Lee, NJ
Phone
(201) 994-0509
Christian Pentecostal Afterschool
Church Daycare
4.3
Address
787 Grove Street, Irvington, NJ
Phone
(973) 399-0004
One Step At A Time LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise One Step at a Time LLC for its caring, experienced staff, clean facilities, and family-oriented atmosphere. Children show developmental progress and parents report feeling confident and at ease with their kids' care. The center offers daily updates, free monitoring apps, and various discount options.

Experienced and loving staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesresponsive and approachable owner/directors
Address
219 S Burnt Mill Road, Voorhees, NJ
Phone
(609) 772-0276
Creative Starts Academic Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Creative Starts Academic Learning Center in Brick, NJ receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting warm, caring staff, strong academic preparation, and a family-like environment. Parents report high satisfaction with communication, flexibility, and their children's social and emotional development.

Caring and warm staffstrong academic foundationkindergarten preparation
Address
225 Old Squan Rd, Brick, NJ
Phone
(732) 458-3737
Neighborhood Child Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Neighborhood Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, family-like community atmosphere, and long-standing reputation for quality care. However, one parent reported serious concerns about inadequate support and sudden termination of their child with autism and ADHD, along with neglect of basic care needs.

Dedicated and loving staffstrong sense of communitymulti-generational families return
Address
30 Maple Ave, Montclair, NJ
Phone
(973) 744-4228
La Casa Youth And Family Services Division
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

LA Casa Youth and Family Services Division is highly regarded by families for offering comprehensive support beyond childcare, including food assistance, job training, education programs, and health services at no cost. Parents consistently praise the helpful staff and accessibility via public transportation. The facility serves as a valuable community resource for families in need.

Helpful and friendly stafffree comprehensive services (foodjobs
Address
23 Broadway, Newark, NJ
Phone
(973) 483-2703
The Harmony School At Princeton Forrestal Village
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The Harmony School at Princeton Forrestal Village receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and curriculum-based approach that includes enriching activities like sports, dance, Spanish, and music. Parents report strong child development outcomes, a welcoming community atmosphere, and exceptional communication. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and remained for extended periods, indicating high satisfaction.

Caring and attentive staffcurriculum-based learningenriching activities (sports
Address
1 Merwick Road, Plainsboro, NJ
Phone
(609) 799-4411
Cradles To Crayons Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Cradles to Crayons Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, long-tenured staff, strong security measures, and affordable pricing. Parents highlight the personal connections teachers build with children, in-room camera access for peace of mind, and developmentally appropriate curriculum. The facility is noted for reliability, cleanliness, and creating a welcoming community environment.

Caring and attentive staffaffordable pricingin-room camera access
Address
932 South Avenue West, Westfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 518-0900
Guardian Angel Child Provider II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
700 Central Ave, Union City, NJ
Phone
(201) 553-9559
Capital Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Capital Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the experienced, caring staff who create a nurturing environment where children develop socially and cognitively. Parents highlight excellent communication through a daily app, nutritious meal options, and a strong community atmosphere. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about child safety and injury response.

Experienced and compassionate staffstrong child developmen
Address
16 W Front Street, Trenton, NJ
Phone
(609) 503-8000
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Rainbow Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the nurturing environment, attentive staff, and quality education. Parents highlight the family-like atmosphere and long-term satisfaction, with children remaining emotionally connected to the center after graduation. One negative review questions the director's professionalism and qualifications.

Nurturing environmentattentive and caring staffquality education
Address
144 Eagle Rock Ave, Roseland, NJ
Phone
(973) 226-3814

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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.