Best Daycare Centers in Allentown, PA
Compare 68 daycare centers in Allentown. Average rating: 4.22/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Allentown, Pennsylvania at a glance
- Daycares
- 68
- Avg rating
- 4.22/5
- Parent reviews
- 432
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 13
Allentown has 68 licensed daycares with 432 parent reviews averaging 4.22/5.13 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 41% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 18106 (avg 4.6 stars), while 18104 has the largest selection (17 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Allentown
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1Early Adventures Child Care Centers, LLC4.69 score5(11)
4949 Liberty Ln, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 119 children
Parents consistently praise Early Adventures Child Care Centers for its hands-on academic instruction, caring staff, and family-oriented approach. Multiple reviewers highlight the owner Jasmine and teachers Ms. Aaliyah and Ms. Ro as particularly dedicated professionals who help children thrive socially and academically. The facility is noted for being clean, safe, and creating a welcoming community atmosphere.
Hands-on academics and activitiesattentive and caring staffclean facilityprofessional management - 2Away We Grow Learning Center,LLC(2)4.67 score5(10)
1118 Menges Ave, # 1136, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Away We Grow Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owner Mike, staff, and overall care quality. Parents consistently highlight the attentive, loving teachers, clean facility, good teacher-to-student ratios, and strong communication through regular updates and photos. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents expressing difficulty leaving the center.
Caring and attentive staffOwner Mike's involvemen - 3Academic Minds/St. Pauls4.64 score4.8(20)
920 S 2nd St, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
This appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise St. Paul's Catholic Church in Allentown for its beautiful architecture, welcoming community, bilingual services, and quality clergy. Visitors report positive experiences attending mass and other religious services.
Beautiful architecture and designbilingual English/Spanish serviceswelcoming and loving communityquality priests and staff - 4Creative Minds Daycare Academy INC4.62 score5(8)
950 N 6th St, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children
Creative Minds Daycare Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and family-oriented approach. Parents report their children are happy, well-fed, and experiencing developmental growth. Multiple reviewers specifically commend staff member Ms. Betty and highlight affordable rates and excellent customer service.
Caring and professional stafffamily-oriented environmentchildren are happy and engageddevelopmental learning opportunities - 5Allentown Jewish Community Center Day Ca4.56 score4.7(20)
702 N 22nd St, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 245 children
Parents consistently praise the Allentown Jewish Community Center Day Care for its clean, secure, well-maintained facility and caring, invested staff who build strong relationships with children. The center is noted for its small class sizes, frequent communication with parents, beautiful location with amenities like a pool, and close-knit community atmosphere where children enjoy attending daily.
Clean and secure facilityfriendly and invested staffsmall class sizesfrequent parent updates via app - 6Lifespan Day Care4.56 score4.7(20)
1651 North Cedar Crest Bvd, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 210 children
Parents consistently praise Lifespan Daycare for exceptional, nurturing care across all age groups with highly engaged and professional staff. Families highlight strong communication through daily photo updates, comprehensive curriculum, and inclusive policies. Multiple long-term families report excellent preparation for kindergarten and genuine partnerships with teachers.
Caring and patient staff with high retention ratesdaily photo and activity updatesmeals and - 7A Children'S Place Learning Center4.55 score4.7(18)
719 Roble Rd, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children
A Children's Place Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and knowledgeable staff, structured curriculum with hands-on learning activities, clean facility, and strong educational outcomes. Children reportedly love attending and parents feel confident in their child's care and development.
Caring and attentive staffhands-on learning activitiesstructured curriculumclean facility - 8Lehigh Children'S Academy4.4 score4.5(20)
5910 Hamilton Blvd, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Lehigh Children's Academy receives consistent praise from parents across all reviews, with particular emphasis on caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, and engaging activities. Parents report positive long-term experiences spanning from infancy through school-age programs, with strong communication and excellent security measures. Children are noted to thrive academically and emotionally in this nurturing environment.
warm and caring staffclean and safe facilityengaging and creative activitiesexcellent parent communication (daily updates - 9Adventurous Kids Early Childhood Center, INC.4.35 score4.6(7)
501 W Cedar St, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Adventurous Kids Early Childhood Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Children are reported to be happy and safe, with staff described as caring, well-trained, and trustworthy. The facility offers affordable rates and school transportation services.
Caring and well-trained staffchild safetyaffordable ratesschool-age transportation to most schools and Head Starts - 10The Cuddle Zone Learning Center4.3 score4.4(15)
445 Allentown Dr, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 152 children
Parents consistently praise The Cuddle Zone Learning Center for its caring, experienced staff, safe environment, and educational approach. Multiple long-term families highlight strong teacher-child relationships, nutritious meals, and successful kindergarten transitions. The facility is described as exceptional and highly recommended across all reviews.
Caring and welcoming staffexperienced teachersnurturing environmentnutritious and varied meals
Rating Distribution
Based on 32 daycares with Google ratings in Allentown
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 432 reviews, analyzed by AI
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Allentown zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18106 | 8 | 4.6 | 3 | |
| 18109 | 9 | 4.4 | 1 | |
| 18102 | 13 | 4.16 | 3 | |
| 18103 | 16 | 4.12 | 2 | |
| 18104 | 17 | 4.05 | 4 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Allentown (23–255 children)
Small
up to 30 children
2
Medium
31–75 children
12
Large
76–150 children
16
Very Large
150+ children
11
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Allentown based on parent reviews
Early Adventures Child Care Centers, LLC
4949 Liberty Ln, Allentown, PA
Parents consistently praise Early Adventures Child Care Centers for its hands-on academic instruction, caring staff, and family-oriented approach. Multiple reviewers highlight the owner Jasmine and teachers Ms. Aaliyah and Ms. Ro as particularly dedicated professionals who help children thrive socially and academically. The facility is noted for being clean, safe, and creating a welcoming community atmosphere.
Away We Grow Learning Center,LLC(2)
1118 Menges Ave, # 1136, Allentown, PA
Away We Grow Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owner Mike, staff, and overall care quality. Parents consistently highlight the attentive, loving teachers, clean facility, good teacher-to-student ratios, and strong communication through regular updates and photos. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents expressing difficulty leaving the center.
Academic Minds/St. Pauls
920 S 2nd St, Allentown, PA
This appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise St. Paul's Catholic Church in Allentown for its beautiful architecture, welcoming community, bilingual services, and quality clergy. Visitors report positive experiences attending mass and other religious services.
Creative Minds Daycare Academy INC
950 N 6th St, Allentown, PA
Creative Minds Daycare Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and family-oriented approach. Parents report their children are happy, well-fed, and experiencing developmental growth. Multiple reviewers specifically commend staff member Ms. Betty and highlight affordable rates and excellent customer service.
Allentown Jewish Community Center Day Ca
702 N 22nd St, Allentown, PA
Parents consistently praise the Allentown Jewish Community Center Day Care for its clean, secure, well-maintained facility and caring, invested staff who build strong relationships with children. The center is noted for its small class sizes, frequent communication with parents, beautiful location with amenities like a pool, and close-knit community atmosphere where children enjoy attending daily.
Lifespan Day Care
1651 North Cedar Crest Bvd, Allentown, PA
Parents consistently praise Lifespan Daycare for exceptional, nurturing care across all age groups with highly engaged and professional staff. Families highlight strong communication through daily photo updates, comprehensive curriculum, and inclusive policies. Multiple long-term families report excellent preparation for kindergarten and genuine partnerships with teachers.
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Daycare Centers in Allentown, Pennsylvania
There are 68 daycare centers in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Allentown have an average rating of 4.22 out of 5 across 32 rated facilities, with 41% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.22 stars. Our analysis covers 432 parent reviews. Parents in Allentown most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, children enjoy attending, and safe environment.
When choosing a daycare in Allentown, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Butterfly Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the clean facility, caring staff, and owner Maggie's responsiveness, with children reportedly happy and learning well. Negative reviewers report the center dismisses children with behavioral or developmental needs without adequate communication, lacks cameras despite state requirements, fails to notify parents of injuries promptly, and some allege physical discipline.
- Address
- 1850 W Allen St, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 432-2980
- Quality
Our Little Einsteins has highly polarized reviews ranging from 5/5 to 1/5 stars. Positive reviews praise the family-like atmosphere and children's enjoyment, while negative reviews cite serious concerns about staff qualifications, supervision, safety protocols, and operational reliability.
- Address
- 1301 W Gordon St, # 1319, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 351-1360
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- Address
- 820 Hausman Rd, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 395-5626
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- 2860 S Pike Ave, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (484) 358-8182
Parents praise Volunteers of America Children's Center for its cleanliness, compassionate and dedicated staff, and positive experience with long-term care. The convenient location allows nearby family members to observe children during outdoor activities. Parents describe it as the best daycare option in the area.
- Address
- 730 W Union St, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 432-2835
- Quality
- Address
- 1100 S 24th St, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 433-3454
- Address
- 1414 E Cedar St, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 439-9240
- Quality
Feedback for this center is polarized, with one parent praising the staff and facilities, while another reports severe issues regarding financial administration and child care standards. Specific complaints include unorganized bookkeeping, inadequate feeding practices for late arrivals, and a lack of cooperation with potty training efforts.
- Address
- 224 N 17th St, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 969-9295
- Address
- 814 W Linden St, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 435-5406
- Quality
Feedback for this center-based program is mixed, with one parent expressing strong dissatisfaction regarding administrative handling and safety protocols. Conversely, another review rates the experience highly, though specific details are not provided in the available text.
- Address
- 740 Plymouth St, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 360-0730
The Devine School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and structured curriculum. Parents report their children feel safe, happy, and well-prepared academically and socially. The school is noted for strong communication, nutritious meals, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
- Address
- 1255 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 439-9227
Parents consistently praise Lehigh Valley Children's Centers / Chase ELC for its attentive and caring staff. Children show positive developmental progress and enjoy attending, with parents noting the clean facility and strong communication about their child's activities.
- Address
- 540 W Chew St, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 434-4146
- Quality
Feedback for this center is sharply divided, with one parent highlighting exceptional teachers and curriculum while another describes a hostile environment involving unclean children and difficult administration. The few reviews so far present conflicting experiences regarding staff demeanor and hygiene standards.
- Address
- 1145 W Walnut St, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 434-4141
- Quality
One parent describes a highly positive experience, while another criticizes the administration for poor safety planning and handling. The feedback highlights a stark contrast between satisfaction with care and frustration with operational management.
- Address
- 1400 Gaskill St, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 791-1391
- Quality
Parents consistently praise Active Learning Centers Fogelsville for exceptional staff care, individualized attention, and enriching learning activities across all age groups. The center is noted for accommodating diverse family needs, including military families and children with IEPs, while maintaining structured classrooms with creative programming. All reviewers rate the facility 5/5 stars and recommend it highly.
- Address
- 7200 B Windsor Dr, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 366-6808
- Quality
- Address
- 3635 Broadway, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 398-8257
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One parent reports an excellent experience, while another criticizes the administration for lacking a safety plan. The limited feedback presents conflicting views on the center's management and security protocols.
- Address
- 3201 Devonshire Rd, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 797-7967
- Address
- 768 Parkway Rd, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 398-8114
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- Address
- 1064 Liberty Ln, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 434-4933
- Address
- 3300 Broadway, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 395-5634
- Quality
- Address
- 2200 Huckleberry Rd, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (484) 357-7857
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- Address
- 2304 S 5th St, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 797-7569
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- Address
- 36 S 6th St, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 820-0985
The Allentown YMCA Day Care receives mixed reviews. While some parents praise the friendly staff, outdoor activities, pool time, and clean facilities, others report serious concerns about bullying incidents, inadequate staff responsiveness to behavioral issues, and poor staff conduct toward children.
- Address
- 425 S 15th St, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 434-4933
- Quality
The Devine School in Allentown receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, structured curriculum that prepares children academically, nutritious meals, strong communication, and welcoming community atmosphere. Families report long-term enrollment and significant child development gains.
- Address
- 740 N Brookside Rd, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (484) 223-3178
- Quality
Lehigh Valley Hospital Children's Early Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for exceptional clinical care, compassionate staff, and efficient service. Parents consistently praise the attentiveness of nurses and doctors, minimal wait times, and welcoming environment. One negative review cited a misdiagnosis by a specific doctor that delayed identification of serious infections.
- Address
- 1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 402-2897
- Quality
- Address
- 136 S 4th St, # 150, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 435-5397
- Address
- 1022 S Hall St, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 439-9828
- Quality
One parent highlights the center's long-standing staff, comprehensive meal services, and Pre-K Counts program with certified teachers, noting satisfaction from infancy through preschool. Another review praises the teachers' care and preparation for kindergarten, while a third report details significant difficulties with staff willingness to accommodate a child with autism.
- Address
- 1621 Union Blvd, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 820-0530
- Quality
Lehigh Valley Children's Centers / South Mount receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the Pre-K program and staff dedication, with multiple 5-star ratings. However, concerns have been raised about transportation safety and enrollment communication delays.
- Address
- 2002 S Albert St, Allentown, PA
- Phone
- (610) 791-1483
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Frequently asked questions
- Licensing status with Pennsylvania's regulatory agency
- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Pennsylvania)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
- Parent reviews and ratings
- Location and hours that fit your schedule