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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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Early Childhood Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
60 Temple Dr, Springfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 376-0539
Temple Community Development Corporation #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Temple Community Development Corporation #3 for providing caring, safe, and nurturing childcare with clean facilities and engaging activities. Staff are described as patient and family-oriented, with strong parent communication. Multiple parents express high satisfaction and would recommend the center.

Caring and patient staffsafe environmentclean and organized facilities
Address
134 1st Street, Elizabeth, NJ
Phone
(908) 527-7877
Westminster Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Westminster Nursery School receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated, caring teachers. Parents appreciate the small, close-knit community feel, play-based learning approach, and strong communication from staff. The program is noted as more affordable than comparable centers while maintaining high teacher qualifications.

Warm and engaging teacherssmall close-knit feelsafe environment
Address
725 Mountain Ave, Berkeley Heights, NJ
Phone
(908) 464-4880
Over The Rainbow Nursery School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
25 South Avenue West, Cranford, NJ
Phone
(908) 272-2466
Zion Lutheran Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents praise Zion Lutheran Pre-School as a welcoming faith-based facility with a friendly community atmosphere. The preschool program receives consistent positive feedback, with parents reporting happy children and well-maintained grounds and facilities. The center is noted for its Christian values and inclusive community events.

Friendly staff and welcoming communityclean facilities and groundshappy children
Address
559 Raritan Rd, Clark, NJ
Phone
(732) 382-7663
Precious People Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
132 S Ave E, Westfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 233-2330
Westfield Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Westfield Day Care Center for its educational programming, caring staff, and clean facility. Children are reported to be happy and engaged, with parents appreciating the daily communication through apps, included meals, and strong teacher-child ratios. Multiple families have switched from other daycares and report high satisfaction.

Educational and enrichment activitiesdedicated and caring teacherslow teacher turnover
Address
140 Mountain Ave, Westfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 232-6717
Westfield Area Y Asp At Lincoln School In Westfield
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
728 Westfield Avenue, Westflied, NJ
Phone
(908) 232-5236
Compass Schoolhouse
Church Daycare
5

Compass Schoolhouse receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, nurturing environment and skilled teachers. Parents consistently highlight the warm community feel, play-based curriculum, and genuine care staff show for each child's development and wellbeing.

Caring and attentive teacherswarm and welcoming communityplay-based learning approach
Address
125 Elmer Street, Westfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 232-2084
The Auxilium School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

The Auxilium School receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, family-like environment and dedicated staff. Parents report their children feel safe, loved, and excited to attend, with many families returning for multiple years and attending camp programs.

Nurturing and loving environmentkind and supportive staffchildren excited to attend
Address
14 Old Swartswood Road, Newton, NJ
Phone
(973) 383-2621
Green Apple Academy Preschool And Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
249 Kennedy Rd, Green Township, NJ
Phone
(973) 300-5547
Oak Tree Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
27 W Shore Trail, Sparta, NJ
Phone
(973) 729-4185
Growing And Knowing Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
Rt 94 Viking Village, Unit 3h & I, Vernon Twp, NJ
Phone
(973) 209-1350
Second Home Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
208 Route 519, Wantage, NJ
Phone
(973) 875-9761
Precious Time Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
12 South Broad Street, Penns Grove, NJ
Phone
(856) 514-2445
The Hunter School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
21 Kennedy Avenue, Ogdensburg, NJ
Phone
(973) 827-9353
The Woodstown Pre-School Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
343 Lincoln Rd & Route 45, Pilesgrove, NJ
Phone
(856) 769-0020
Precious Time Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3 Ferry Road, Pennsville, NJ
Phone
(856) 678-3969
Little Earth Shepherds Preschool
Church Daycare
5

Little Earth Shepherds Preschool in East Brunswick receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the quality of staff, nurturing environment, strong curriculum, and noticeable child development. The facility is noted as affordable, well-located with convenient parking, and well-prepared for kindergarten transitions.

Excellent staff and teachersnurturing and patient environmentstrong curriculum
Address
367 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 955-6761
Robin Jay Nursery School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Robin Jay Nursery School (also referred to as Parents Choice Daycare) for providing excellent, nurturing care with a strong educational foundation. Staff members are described as caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in children's development, creating a warm, family-like environment where children thrive academically and socially.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong educational curriculumindividual attention to children
Address
110 Charles Street, Old Bridge, NJ
Phone
(732) 254-3505
Giggles & Wiggles Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
410 New Brunswick Ave, East Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 254-2007
My Very Own School
Before or After School Daycare
5

My Very Own School is a highly-rated curriculum-based preschool and daycare in Middlesex, New Jersey. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, clean facility, educational programs, and individual attention to child development. The owner, Ms. Danielle, and teachers are noted for their responsiveness, communication, and genuine care for students.

Curriculum-based learningclean facilitycaring and attentive staff
Address
835 Lincoln Boulevard, Middlesex, NJ
Phone
(732) 271-8989
Milza'Z Kidz Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Milza'z Kidz Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the attentive, loving staff and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally. Parents highlight the clean, well-maintained facilities, bilingual learning opportunities, and strong sense of community. Children consistently show enthusiasm for attending and parents report feeling confident in their child's safety and care.

Attentive and caring staffbilingual education (Spanish)clean and beautiful facilities
Address
11 Hutton Avenue, West Orange, NJ
Phone
(973) 493-8559
Bright Start Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
28 Livingston Avenue, Roseland, NJ
Phone
(973) 226-2886
Executive Kids/Dba Korporate Kids Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
155 Commerce Road, Cedar Grove, NJ
Phone
(973) 857-4648
Saint Peter'S Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
271 Roseland Ave, Essex Fells, NJ
Phone
(973) 226-4327
Busy Bee Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
390 Fairfield Rd, Fairfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 882-8687
Miss Inez Children'S House II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1242 Bridgeton-Millville Pike, Bridgeton, NJ
Phone
(856) 453-1210
Little Lamb Preschool-Keener Kids INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1005 E Wheat Rd, Vineland, NJ
Phone
(856) 692-5390
Tiny Tots Pre-School & Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
158 E Elmer Rd, Vineland, NJ
Phone
(856) 794-4886

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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.