Best Daycare Centers in Philadelphia, PA
Compare 929 daycare centers in Philadelphia. Average rating: 4.21/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at a glance
- Daycares
- 929
- Avg rating
- 4.21/5
- Parent reviews
- 4,793
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 257
Philadelphia has 929 licensed daycares with 4,793 parent reviews averaging 4.21/5.257 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 46% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 19146 (avg 4.73 stars), while 19143 has the largest selection (51 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Philadelphia
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.
- 1Alphabet Alley4.8 score5(20)
9356 Old Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children
Alphabet Alley receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and structured learning environment. Parents consistently report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the facility's cleanliness, safety, organization, and daily communication via app. Families express high satisfaction and sadness upon leaving the program.
Caring and attentive staffchild development and academic preparation for kindergartenclean and well-organized facilitystructured routine and activities - 2Beasley'S Phase II Child Care4.8 score5(20)
6739 Limeliln Pike, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children
Parents consistently praise Beasley's Phase II Child Care (also referred to as We Care Learning & Development Center) as an outstanding facility with caring, attentive staff and strong academic curriculum. Children show significant development in academics, speech, and social-emotional growth, with many graduating to kindergarten reading and writing. Parents highlight the welcoming, family-oriented environment and note their children are excited to attend daily.
Caring and nurturing staffstrong academic curriculum emphasizing readingchild development across all areas (emotionalcognitive - 3God'S Garden4.8 score5(20)
6035 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children
These reviews are not for a daycare center but for Epic Church, a religious congregation in Philadelphia. The facility listing appears to be incorrectly categorized.
None mentioned - reviews discuss church servicesspiritual communitywelcoming atmosphereand adult programs rather than childcare services - 4The Children'S Community School4.8 score5(20)
4740 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 22 children
The Children's Community School receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers, play-based learning approach, and strong focus on socio-emotional development. Parents highlight the welcoming community atmosphere, excellent outdoor space, and responsive communication from staff. Multiple families report their children have thrived and are excited to attend.
Caring and attentive teachersplay-based learningsocio-emotio - 5Half Pint Day Care Center4.8 score5(20)
1336 W Porter St, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 17 children
Half Pint Day Care Center receives universally positive feedback from parents across all 10 reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, clean facility, thoughtful curriculum, and family-like atmosphere that helps children thrive academically and socially. The center is particularly noted for preparing children well for kindergarten and maintaining strong communication with families.
caring and compassionate staffclean and well-maintained facilityengaging and structured curriculumsmall class sizes with individualized attention - 6Kids Advantage Daycare4.8 score5(20)
6222 Lebanon Ave, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Kids Advantage Daycare in Philadelphia receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the staff's patience, kindness, and effectiveness in speech therapy services. Parents report significant improvements in their children's speech and communication skills, with children eagerly attending sessions. The welcoming atmosphere and personalized approach to each child's needs are frequently highlighted as standout qualities.
Patient and skilled therapists (especially Abigail/AbigailAmityand Erin)welcoming and friendly staff - 7The Giving Tree4.75 score5(15)
232 N 22nd St, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
The Giving Tree is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Philadelphia with 10 five-star reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff who go above and beyond in supporting both children and families, and highlight the variety of enrichment activities offered. Children are reported to be excited about attending and parents appreciate regular communication and photo updates on their child's progress.
Caring and attentive teachersstaff go above and beyond expectationsstrong teacher-child relationshipsregular communication and photo/video updates - 8Antonelli Family Daycare Ctr 24.72 score4.9(20)
1939 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children
This listing appears to be for a chiropractic office, not a daycare center. The reviews describe chiropractic and acupuncture services with highly satisfied patients praising the doctors and staff for their professional care and treatment outcomes.
Attentive and skilled doctorsfriendly and welcoming staffflexible scheduling with extended hoursclean facility - 9Ethel Trice Day Care Center4.72 score4.9(20)
8107 Stenton Ave, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children
Ethel Trice Day Care Center is a family-oriented, long-established daycare in Philadelphia with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and nurturing environment that emphasizes character development alongside education.
Caring and professional stafffamily-oriented atmosphereclean and bright facilitiesstrong academic curriculum (phonics - 10Pieces Of The Puzzle Learning Center INC4.72 score4.9(20)
209 Fairmount Ave, # 215, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Pieces of the Puzzle Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff, structured curriculum, and strong communication through daily updates. All reviewers report their children are happy, well-cared for, and making developmental progress in a clean, organized environment. The director Danni and her team are frequently highlighted for treating children and families with respect and genuine care.
Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsstructured curriculum with educational activitiesdaily photo and video updates
Rating Distribution
Based on 555 daycares with Google ratings in Philadelphia
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 4,793 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Philadelphia, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Philadelphia zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19146 | 23 | 4.73 | 7 | |
| 19115 | 10 | 4.6 | 5 | |
| 19103 | 14 | 4.6 | 5 | |
| 19118 | 5 | 4.55 | 2 | |
| 19122 | 12 | 4.53 | 4 | |
| 19143 | 51 | 4.5 | 18 | |
| 19148 | 26 | 4.49 | 10 | |
| 19147 | 14 | 4.49 | 7 | |
| 19125 | 9 | 4.45 | 3 | |
| 19136 | 16 | 4.42 | 4 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Philadelphia (8–458 children)
Small
up to 30 children
138
Medium
31–75 children
202
Large
76–150 children
145
Very Large
150+ children
72
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Philadelphia based on parent reviews
Alphabet Alley
9356 Old Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Alphabet Alley receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and structured learning environment. Parents consistently report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the facility's cleanliness, safety, organization, and daily communication via app. Families express high satisfaction and sadness upon leaving the program.
Beasley'S Phase II Child Care
6739 Limeliln Pike, Philadelphia, PA
Parents consistently praise Beasley's Phase II Child Care (also referred to as We Care Learning & Development Center) as an outstanding facility with caring, attentive staff and strong academic curriculum. Children show significant development in academics, speech, and social-emotional growth, with many graduating to kindergarten reading and writing. Parents highlight the welcoming, family-oriented environment and note their children are excited to attend daily.
God'S Garden
6035 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA
These reviews are not for a daycare center but for Epic Church, a religious congregation in Philadelphia. The facility listing appears to be incorrectly categorized.
The Children'S Community School
4740 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA
The Children's Community School receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers, play-based learning approach, and strong focus on socio-emotional development. Parents highlight the welcoming community atmosphere, excellent outdoor space, and responsive communication from staff. Multiple families report their children have thrived and are excited to attend.
Half Pint Day Care Center
1336 W Porter St, Philadelphia, PA
Half Pint Day Care Center receives universally positive feedback from parents across all 10 reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, clean facility, thoughtful curriculum, and family-like atmosphere that helps children thrive academically and socially. The center is particularly noted for preparing children well for kindergarten and maintaining strong communication with families.
Kids Advantage Daycare
6222 Lebanon Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Kids Advantage Daycare in Philadelphia receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the staff's patience, kindness, and effectiveness in speech therapy services. Parents report significant improvements in their children's speech and communication skills, with children eagerly attending sessions. The welcoming atmosphere and personalized approach to each child's needs are frequently highlighted as standout qualities.
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Daycare Centers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia offers 929 childcare options, ranging from large centers to small home-based programs, giving parents a wide array of choices for their children's early education. The most frequently praised aspect of these centers is the combination of a clean facility and a safe environment where children genuinely enjoy attending. For those prioritizing high ratings, the 19107 zip code stands out as a neighborhood with consistently strong performance across its local facilities.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Philadelphia have an average rating of 4.21 out of 5 across 555 rated facilities, with 46% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.38 stars. Our analysis covers 4,793 parent reviews. Parents in Philadelphia most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and welcoming atmosphere.
When choosing a daycare in Philadelphia, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Daycare Centers in Philadelphia
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One parent describes the staff as great and caring. This single positive comment reflects the current limited feedback available for this center-based program.
- Address
- 6201 Buist Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 724-4598
One parent gives ABC UNIVERSITY a five-star rating, specifically highlighting the staff's friendliness. This single positive comment stands as the sole feedback available for this center-based location.
- Address
- 318 N 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 471-1190
- Quality
Juliet Askew Child Care is a small, family-owned center where parents report consistently high satisfaction with the caring and experienced staff. Parents praise the clean facility, structured environment, strong focus on child development and safety, and the professional approach of director Ms. Askew. Children are described as happy, well-behaved, and well-prepared for kindergarten.
- Address
- 2813 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 765-5045
- Quality
One parent highlights the staff's dedication to safety and education, noting their child's consistent happiness throughout the day. Another review commends the caring teachers and overall environment, describing it as superior to other childcare options previously used.
- Address
- 1727 Nedro Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 276-6301
One parent highlights the facility's excellence. The single review provided offers high praise for the center's quality.
- Address
- 101 W Mount Pleasant Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 242-2535
- Quality
- Address
- 6820 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 808-5670
- Quality
One parent inquired about the current location of a staff member named Miss Ren, asking if she has moved to another center. No other feedback or operational details regarding childcare services were provided in the available reviews.
- Address
- 6200 Palmetto St, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 342-2020
One parent describes the center as clean, open, and vibrant with plenty of engaging activities, noting their son settled in comfortably without crying. Another review highlights the beautiful, bright environment, well-trained staff, and age-appropriate curriculum, praising the director for treating children personally.
- Address
- 4719 Rising Sun Ave, # 21, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (267) 335-3120
- Address
- 1601 W Susquehanna Ave, # 0, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 769-1760
- Address
- 142-74 W. Diamond St, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 425-5120
One parent highlights the program's long-standing stability, noting that staff and many children have remained with the center for up to 13 years. The reviewer praises the consistent staffing, learning opportunities, and activities, recommending the after-school program for children from infancy through age 12.
- Address
- 1008 N Marshall St, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 454-2580
- Quality
Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2 is highly regarded by parents who have enrolled their children for multiple years. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff led by Ms. Tiffany, the clean and organized facility, and the balance of fun learning activities with strong parent communication.
- Address
- 836 N 3rd St, # 50, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 592-0110
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- Address
- 632 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 279-7730
- Quality
One parent highlights the academy's amazing learning environment and highly recommends it for quality education. They note that the teachers are patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely care about student success.
- Address
- 4643 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (267) 388-5060
- Quality
One parent highlights the excellent, compassionate teachers and the director's approachability, noting the facility is clean and organized with strong communication. Another parent praises the beautiful, spacious new environment and the staff's friendliness and responsiveness, expressing excitement for their children to start.
- Address
- 4619 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 941-6570
- Quality
Parents highlight the staff's interactive and caring approach, with one noting their child's excitement to see teachers and another appreciating the family-like atmosphere fostered by long-term staff. Reviewers value the director's leadership and the reassurance of a multi-generational family business that has operated for 25 years.
- Address
- 2410 E York St, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (267) 455-0590
- Quality
One parent describes the center as dedicated to children's education and wellness, noting that students are loved and cared for. The reviewer emphasizes that the facility lives up to its name by ensuring children learn in a loving environment.
- Address
- 2421 Amber St, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 739-3780
- Quality
One parent describes a small, family-oriented environment where staff are professional and treat children with care, noting that even difficult-to-adapt toddlers feel loved. Another parent who attended the center from infancy to age 10 expresses strong satisfaction, stating they would definitely send their own children there.
- Address
- 2501 W Allegheny Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (267) 239-5440
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One parent describes COMPUTER KIDS DAY CARE as a great, safe environment and highly recommends the center. The single review highlights top-notch quality in its current assessment.
- Address
- 2243 N 20th St, # 57, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 235-1230
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- Address
- 8045 Frankford Ave, # B, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (267) 278-0110
- Address
- 1240 E Chelten Ave, # 42, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 927-3170
One parent describes the center as a great place where their daughter is learning tremendously, highlighting professional, well-organized, and clean staff. Another reviewer simply labels the location as amazing.
- Address
- 5500 Market St, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 476-4100
- Quality
One parent describes the facility as a safe and family-oriented environment where staff members genuinely care about the children. The reviewer highlights their strong satisfaction with both the personnel and the specific programs offered to kids.
- Address
- 601 W Cayuga St, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 329-5780
One parent highlights the clean environment and notes that the owners are professional and pleasant to interact with, expressing excitement for the center's growth.
- Address
- 3904 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 223-4400
- Quality
One parent describes the staff as great and caring. This single review highlights positive interactions without noting any specific drawbacks.
- Address
- 6201 Buist Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 724-5980
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One parent describes an exceptionally positive experience for their child from kindergarten through third grade, highlighting the staff's dedication to early learning and developmental milestones. The reviewer specifically praises Ms. Mimi for her role in potty training and teaching foundational concepts like shapes, letters, and colors. The family expresses deep gratitude for the care provided by the staff during their time at the center.
- Address
- 531 S 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 747-5710
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One parent describes Lois Learning Tree as an awesome and professional facility that offers strong educational value for children. Another reviewer highlights the staff and shares positive personal experiences for their children, while a third notes that the owner is easy to work with.
- Address
- 428 S 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 747-2550
Parents describe the facility as friendly, organized, and clean, with staff who genuinely care for children of all ages. One reviewer notes the location is no longer operating, while others highlight its suitability for both regular care and summer camps.
- Address
- 639 S 60th St, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 472-1470
- Quality
Little Learners Childcare Center receives universal 5-star praise from parents, with consistent emphasis on the owner Ms. T's attentive and caring approach to childcare. Parents highlight the clean facility, high-quality home-cooked meals, engaging learning activities, and strong parent-provider communication as standout features.
- Address
- 4632 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (267) 292-2060
A parent describes their experience at this center-based facility, noting that the staff treats children with the same care as their own. The reviewer highlights the attentive nature of the employees and the clean environment, recommending the center for infants and young children.
- Address
- 5119 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 921-6170
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