
Compare 20 daycare centers in Chester. Average rating: 4.49/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Chester has 20 licensed daycares with 43 parent reviews averaging 4.49/5.7 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 58% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 19013 zip code, averaging 4.49 stars across 20 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
407 Wilson St, Chester, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children
Lil Darlings Childcare Two receives consistently excellent reviews with parents praising the dedicated owner, caring staff, clean facility, and strong communication through their app. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and developing well academically. The center is noted as affordable and willing to work with families facing financial difficulties.
2300 W 4th St, Ste E205, Chester, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Learning as We Grow Childcare Center in Chester, PA receives mostly positive reviews praising staff professionalism, cleanliness, educational curriculum, and caring environment. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns including unprofessional staff, inadequate supervision, transportation issues, and child safety incidents.
Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Chester
Chester zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19013 | 20 | 4.49 | 7 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Chester (12–139 children)
Small
up to 30 children
5
Medium
31–75 children
5
Large
76–150 children
3
Very Large
150+ children
0
Highest rated daycares in Chester based on parent reviews
225 E 24th St, Chester, PA
One parent describes this center as the best daycare their children have attended, highlighting genuine care and strong support for parents. Another review praises the love and care received by a son, specifically commending a staff member named Ms. Meona.
407 Wilson St, Chester, PA
Lil Darlings Childcare Two receives consistently excellent reviews with parents praising the dedicated owner, caring staff, clean facility, and strong communication through their app. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and developing well academically. The center is noted as affordable and willing to work with families facing financial difficulties.
927 929 Keystone Rd, Chester, PA
One parent highlights the center's focus on special needs, noting friendly staff, individualized care, and positive community outings. A separate review praises a different facility in Norristown, though it does not pertain to this specific location.
2500 Edgmont Ave, Chester, PA
One parent describes the center as very loving, nurturing, and educational. The single review highlights a positive experience without noting any drawbacks.
733 W 9th St, Chester, PA
One parent highlights the center's nurturing environment, noting that staff treat children with the care of family members while maintaining high safety standards. The review praises the educational quality, stating that young children achieve advanced learning milestones such as counting by twos.
18 E 8th St, Chester, PA
Parents highlight the caring and family-like atmosphere, noting that teachers actively engage with children and foster excitement for learning. Reviewers appreciate the thoughtful curriculum, regular communication, and the staff's ability to manage high energy levels while supporting academic progress.
There are 20 daycare centers in Chester, 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 Chester have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 58% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.49 stars. Our analysis covers 43 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Chester, 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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One parent describes the center as very loving, nurturing, and educational. The single review highlights a positive experience without noting any drawbacks.
One parent describes this center as the best daycare their children have attended, highlighting genuine care and strong support for parents. Another review praises the love and care received by a son, specifically commending a staff member named Ms. Meona.
One parent highlights the center's nurturing environment, noting that staff treat children with the care of family members while maintaining high safety standards. The review praises the educational quality, stating that young children achieve advanced learning milestones such as counting by twos.
One parent highlights the center's focus on special needs, noting friendly staff, individualized care, and positive community outings. A separate review praises a different facility in Norristown, though it does not pertain to this specific location.
Lil Darlings Childcare Two receives consistently excellent reviews with parents praising the dedicated owner, caring staff, clean facility, and strong communication through their app. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and developing well academically. The center is noted as affordable and willing to work with families facing financial difficulties.
Parents highlight the caring and family-like atmosphere, noting that teachers actively engage with children and foster excitement for learning. Reviewers appreciate the thoughtful curriculum, regular communication, and the staff's ability to manage high energy levels while supporting academic progress.
Feedback for Carter's Open Arms is mixed, with one parent describing the staff as unprofessional and uninviting from the moment of arrival. Conversely, another former attendee found the program to be good and worth recommending.
One parent highlights the attentive and caring nature of Dr. Yoder and her staff, while another expresses concern regarding whether the facility is free of charge.
Learning as We Grow Childcare Center in Chester, PA receives mostly positive reviews praising staff professionalism, cleanliness, educational curriculum, and caring environment. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns including unprofessional staff, inadequate supervision, transportation issues, and child safety incidents.
A single parent highlights exceptional staff dedication, strong family bonds, and a curriculum integrating STEM, Spanish, and ASL, while another review cites verbal abuse and neglect. The facility is praised for its engaging atmosphere and transparent communication, though one account describes a hostile environment leading to immediate withdrawal.
One parent describes the facility as awesome and highlights their long-standing positive experience with the church community. Another review notes that new developments are currently underway.
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