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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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Cclc At Piscataway
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise CCLC AT PISCATAWAY (KinderCare Piscataway) for its caring, dedicated staff and positive impact on child development. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting strong teacher-child relationships, excellent communication, and a structured educational environment. Families report their children are happy, engaged, and showing significant developmental progress.

Caring and dedicated teacherschild development and growthstrong teacher-child bonds
Address
659 Hoes Lane West, Piscataway, NJ
Phone
(732) 699-1017
Middlesex Baby Spa LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
484 Union Ave, Middlesex, NJ
Phone
(732) 356-9940
New Life Dream Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
46-48 Msartin Luther King Driv, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(973) 592-7621
Hoboken Day Care 100
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Hoboken Day Care 100 receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff, responsive director Ms. Suzanne, and warm environment where children are happy and well-cared for. However, two parents reported serious concerns about staff patience with emotional children, questionable discipline practices, and lack of parent access.

caring and personable teachersresponsive directorwarm environment
Address
124 Grand Street, Hoboken, NJ
Phone
(201) 792-4666
Kiddee Korner Day Care Management Corporation
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
304-308 Martin Luther King Dr, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 432-1338
River School Newport-Bright Horizons School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

River School Newport-Bright Horizons School receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, child development support, and safe learning environment. Parents report their children thriving emotionally and developmentally, with excellent communication about daily activities and any concerns.

Warmcaringand professional staff; strong child development focus with sensory and motor skill activities; excellent daily communication with parents via app and reports; responsive director and staff to parent concerns; on-site playground; safety protocols and health/hygiene practices; milestone tracking; engaging play-based learning environment; secure drop-off/pick-up area; staff genuinely invested in children's growth and happiness
Address
30 Newport Parkway, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 626-8888
Prodigy Learning & Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Prodigy Learning & Day Care Center in Bayonne, NJ receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff dedication, nurturing environment, and children's social-emotional development. However, two negative reviews report concerning incidents including aggressive teacher behavior toward a toddler and staff rudeness during pickup/dropoff times.

Caring and attentive staffchildren eager to attendsocial-emotional growth
Address
333 Broadway, Bayonne, NJ
Phone
(908) 244-9523
Saint Elizabeth Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Saint Elizabeth Child Care Center in Jersey City receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the clean facilities, caring staff, Christian education, and comprehensive programming. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about inadequate supervision and care for toddlers, lack of transparency, and strict policies.

Clean facilitiescaring and attentive teachersChristian foundation
Address
129 Garrison Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 795-1443
Kiddie Korner Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
8 - 10 Clifton Place, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 332-1423
The King'S Daughters Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

King's Daughters Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring teachers, play-based learning approach, and strong security measures. The facility offers bilingual instruction, diverse activities, and maintains a family-oriented atmosphere. A small number of parents reported unprofessional phone interactions with staff.

Caring and attentive teachersplay-based learning balanced with academic progressno television
Address
502 W Front Street, Plainfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 756-7788
Rainbows Of Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Rainbows of Learning receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the clean facility, friendly staff, inclusive environment, and engaging activities. However, negative reviews cite organizational issues, high staff turnover, lack of accountability in after-care programs, and concerns about management responsiveness.

Clean facilityfriendly and caring staffengaging activities
Address
118 Rt. 206, Augusta, NJ
Phone
(973) 383-5956
Rainbows Of Learning INC
Before or After School Daycare
4.1

Rainbows of Learning receives mixed reviews. Positive experiences highlight a clean facility, friendly staff, inclusive environment, and engaging activities, with several long-term families praising the center. However, negative reviews cite disorganization, high staff turnover, poor after-care management, lack of accountability, and unresponsive leadership.

Clean and beautiful facilityfriendly and caring staffinclusive environment
Address
2 Pines Road, Branchville, NJ
Phone
(973) 383-5956
Firm Foundations Private Learning Center And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Firm Foundations receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, strong educational program, clean facility, and excellent leadership under owner Camille Banks. Families report their children thrive academically and emotionally in this supportive environment.

Professional and kind staffhigh-quality educational programclean and organized facility
Address
431 Front Street, Elmer, NJ
Phone
(856) 521-0195
Big Hugs LLC Daycare/Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Big Hugs LLC Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from long-term parents who praise consistent staff, strong curriculum, and child development outcomes. However, two recent negative reviews cite supervision concerns, staff inattention, and a serious incident resulting in a child's injury.

Consistent teachers across grade levelssafe environmentstrong curriculum and academic preparation
Address
619 Union Ave, Middlesex, NJ
Phone
(732) 764-0020
Abc Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

ABC Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple years of enrollment. Parents highlight the caring and loving staff, flexible hours, clean facilities, and strong educational support. Families report feeling treated like family and appreciate the center's responsiveness to their needs.

Kind and loving staffflexible hours (5:30am-6:30pm+)clean and well-decorated facility
Address
321 W. Grape Street, Vineland, NJ
Phone
(856) 457-5514
The Ginger Tree Preschool Of The Arts
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The Ginger Tree Preschool of the Arts receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. Parents highlight excellent communication, child development focus, and a family-like atmosphere. One negative review raises concerns about special needs accommodations.

Qualified and caring staffclean and welcoming facilityexcellent communication with parents
Address
1 School Street, Glen Gardner, NJ
Phone
(908) 574-5255
Hunterdon County Ymca Child Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The Hunterdon County YMCA Child Learning Center in Annandale receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the staff's care, warmth, and professionalism. Parents highlight strong developmental outcomes, daily communication, outdoor activities, and a family-like environment. Two negative reviews cite concerns about respect and management focus on profit over child welfare.

caring and nurturing staffprofessional atmospherefamily-like environment
Address
1410 Route 22 West, Annandale, NJ
Phone
(908) 236-0055
Happy Wake Up Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Happy Wake Up Day Care in Guttenberg, NJ receives unanimous praise from parents across 10 five-star reviews. Parents consistently highlight the clean facility, quality home-cooked food that children enjoy, caring and loving staff, and flexible pay-per-day pricing options.

cleanlinessquality foodcaring and attentive teachers
Address
201 - 203 69th Street, Guttenberg, NJ
Phone
(201) 869-4119
Children'S Corner
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Children's Corner Preschool for its dedicated and nurturing staff, small class sizes, and clean, safe environment. Children show strong academic progress and social development, with successful transitions to kindergarten. Parents appreciate the open-door policy and transparent communication with staff.

Dedicated and nurturing staffsmall class sizescleanliness and safety
Address
34 W Clinton Ave, Tenafly, NJ
Phone
(201) 894-0555
Ymca Of Greater Bergen County - Norwood
Before or After School Daycare
4.1

Parents consistently praise the YMCA of Greater Bergen County - Norwood for excellent staff, well-organized programming, and safe facilities. Summer camp participants highlight engaging daily activities, confident and friendly counselors, and positive experiences. The facility is noted as clean, well-maintained, and welcoming to members.

Excellent and friendly staffstrong focus on safetyengaging and varied daily activities
Address
177 Summit Avenue, Norwood, NJ
Phone
(201) 768-6363
The Rutherford Recreation Pre-K3 & Pre-K4 Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
30 Woodland Ave, Rutherford, NJ
Phone
(201) 935-0014
Ymca Of Greater Bergen Co. After Sch Prog At Fairmount Schoo
Before or After School Daycare
4.1

Parents praise the YMCA's after-school and summer camp programs for excellent staff, engaging activities, and strong safety measures. The facility is clean and well-maintained with a friendly atmosphere. Children consistently enjoy their experience and gain confidence through diverse programming.

Excellent and caring staffengaging daily activitiesstrong safety protocols
Address
105 Grand Ave, Hackensack, NJ
Phone
(201) 883-0300
Nursery Rhymes Pre-School & Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Nursery Rhymes Pre-School & Kindergarten for its caring, nurturing staff and strong academic curriculum that prepares children well for kindergarten and beyond. Children are reported to be excited to attend, and the school is described as creating a safe, inclusive environment where kids thrive. Multiple families have attended for years and recommend the facility highly.

Warm and passionate teachersengaging curriculumchildren excited t
Address
141 Market Street, Saddle Brook, NJ
Phone
(201) 843-8667
Ymca Of Greater Bergen Co. After Sch Prog At Jackson Avenue
Before or After School Daycare
4.1

Parents consistently praise the YMCA's after-school and summer camp programs for their engaging activities, attentive staff, and strong safety focus. Children reportedly enjoy the experience and gain confidence, with parents highlighting excellent organization and daily variety. The facility itself is well-maintained with a clean pool, though the building is older.

Attentive and friendly staffstrong safety protocolsvaried daily activities
Address
421 Jackson Ave, Hackensack, NJ
Phone
(201) 538-2907
Bergen Community College Child Dev. Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

These reviews appear to be for Bergen Community College, not a child development center. The reviews discuss college experiences rather than daycare services. This listing may be incorrectly categorized or mislabeled.

None applicable - reviews are about a collegenot a daycare
Address
400 Paramus Rd, Paramus, NJ
Phone
(201) 447-7165
Amazin Kids Paradise Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Amazin Kids Paradise Academy in Paterson receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the staff's care, communication, and dedication to child development. Parents highlight the safe, clean learning environment and the strong emotional connections their children develop with teachers. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and learning new skills regularly.

Caring and dedicated staffexcellent parent-teacher communicationsafe and clean facilities
Address
779 East 26th Street, Paterson, NJ
Phone
(973) 523-5318
Future Generation
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Future Generation for its caring, nurturing staff and small class sizes that allow individualized attention. The center is commended for its curriculum, communication with parents through daily updates and photos, accommodating scheduling, and inclusive approach to children with special needs. Multiple parents report feeling confident and comfortable leaving their children in this center's care.

Small class sizesindividualized attentionresponsive and friendly staff
Address
261 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 743-4034
Congregation B'Nai Jeshurun /The Rabbi Barry H.Greene Early
Church Daycare
4.1

This religious early childhood program receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the teachers, staff friendliness, and welcoming environment for families of all backgrounds. However, some reviewers report poor responsiveness from leadership and an unwelcoming atmosphere at the congregation level.

Friendly and caring teacherswelcoming to non-Jewish familiesstrong early childhood program
Address
1025 S Orange Ave, Short Hills, NJ
Phone
(973) 379-3177
Little Tots Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Little Tots Preschool receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring owner, welcoming staff, and clean facility. However, some parents express concerns about overcrowding and inadequate staff-to-child ratios that may affect individual attention.

Caring and welcoming ownerkind and attentive staffclean facility
Address
2432 Tuckahoe Rd, Franklinville, NJ
Phone
(856) 697-1400
Hamilton Area Ymca Langtree
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

This YMCA facility receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the clean, well-maintained facility, friendly and helpful staff, and welcoming community atmosphere. Members appreciate the diverse amenities including pools, fitness equipment, sauna, steam rooms, and group fitness classes at reasonable rates. One member noted concerns about the adult locker room conditions and maintenance compared to other facility areas.

Clean and well-maintained f
Address
2080 Whatley Rd, Hamilton Township, NJ
Phone
(609) 902-9757

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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.