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929 Daycare Centers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Browse all 929 daycare centers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

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.

  1. 1
    Alphabet Alley
    4.8 score
    5(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
  2. 2

    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
  3. 3
    God'S Garden
    4.8 score
    5(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
  4. 4

    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
  5. 5

    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
  6. 6

    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
  7. 7
    The Giving Tree
    4.75 score
    5(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
  8. 8

    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
  9. 9

    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
  10. 10

    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

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Philadelphia based on parent reviews

Alphabet Alley

5(20)

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.

Caring and attentive staffchild development and academic preparation for kindergartenclean and well-organized facility

Beasley'S Phase II Child Care

5(20)

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.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong academic curriculum emphasizing readingchild development across all areas (emotional

God'S Garden

5(20)

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.

None mentioned - reviews discuss church servicesspiritual communitywelcoming atmosphere

The Children'S Community School

5(20)

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.

Caring and attentive teachersplay-based learningsocio-emotio

Half Pint Day Care Center

5(20)

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.

caring and compassionate staffclean and well-maintained facilityengaging and structured curriculum

Kids Advantage Daycare

5(20)

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.

Patient and skilled therapists (especially Abigail/AbigailAmityand Erin)

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Daycare Centers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

There are 929 daycare centers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

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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Aliya'S Little People
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Aliya's Little People receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, loving staff and family-owned atmosphere. Parents highlight the combination of fun activities with educational curriculum and the owner Mrs. Aliya's dedication to treating children like her own. One negative review raised serious concerns about child handoff procedures and neglect.

Caring and loving stafffamily-ownedtreats children like their own
Address
431 N 64th St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 472-2732
Spin Frankford
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

SPIN Frankford receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight strong academic preparation, with children entering kindergarten ahead of grade level, combined with caring and attentive staff who provide individualized support and family resources.

Academic advancement and kindergarten readinessattentive and caring teachersindividualized instruction
Address
1616 Orthodox St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 288-8326
Quality
Mee Mom'S Quality Plus Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
6146 N 20th St Rear, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 848-8033
Quality
Apm Children Services
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

APM Children Services is a community-focused center in Philadelphia with highly positive feedback. Parents praise the helpful and engaging staff, and appreciate the facility's role as a community resource offering family assistance programs and workshops.

Helpful and engaging staffcommunity resourcefamily assistance programs
Address
1116 E Luzerne St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(267) 296-6735
Saint Alphonsa'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Saint Alphonsa's Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising clean facilities, caring staff, and strong curriculum, though one parent reported serious concerns about director communication and handling of behavioral issues.

Clean and well-maintained facilitycaring and attentive staffstrong academic curriculum
Address
9551 Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 673-3380
Quality
Divine Treasures Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Divine Treasures as an exceptional, clean facility with warm and professional staff who provide attentive care and support children's development. Children are reported to be happy and excited to attend. One parent noted a billing discrepancy issue and another mentioned inconvenience with summer closure scheduling.

Clean and well-maintained facilitywarm and professional staffchildren show observable developmental progress
Address
1201 E Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 549-9476
Quality
Old Pine Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Old Pine Community Center is a multi-purpose community facility that offers afterschool programs and summer camp for children alongside numerous other services. Reviews praise the center's community support, cleanliness, friendly staff, and volunteer opportunities. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and highlighted the center's role as a community hub for various age groups and activities.

Afterschool programssummer campclean facility
Address
401 Lombard St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 627-7249
Quality
Ken Crest-Lehigh
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Ken Crest-Lehigh receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the staff, teachers, and curriculum quality. Parents report their children show significant academic progress, enjoy attending daily, and benefit from engaging activities. One review raised concerns about transportation reliability and communication during a bus schedule issue.

Caring and respectful staffstrong teacher-student communicationacademic advancement
Address
B And Huntingdon Streets, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 427-7157
Quality
Covenant Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The reviews provided are for New Covenant Church of Philadelphia, not Covenant Academy daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available for this center.

None - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare facility
Address
7500 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 247-7750
Enon Coulter Community Development Corp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The reviews provided do not appear to be for the daycare center. Instead, they are reviews for Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church, focusing on sermons, worship services, and religious programs rather than childcare services.

None relevant to daycare operations
Address
230 W Coulter St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 276-6720
True Light Fellowship Church
Church Daycare
4.6

True Light Fellowship Church in Philadelphia receives excellent ratings (4.6/5) with all reviews praising the church's worship services, teaching ministry, and pastoral leadership. Parents highlight Pastor Pennock's ability to teach God's Word clearly and the welcoming spiritual community. Note: These reviews appear to reflect church services and events rather than daycare services specifically.

Excellent teaching ministrystrong pastoral leadershipwelcoming fellowship
Address
6400 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 548-8505
Generations Child Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
4529 Germantown Ave, # 1, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 849-9544
Quality
Alphabet Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Alphabet Station receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with the majority praising the caring staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and quality educational programs that prepare children for kindergarten. One negative review alleges staff misconduct and overcharging, contrasting sharply with the predominant positive experiences reported.

caring and loving staffexcellent daily communication with photosclean and spacious facility
Address
1510 E Passyunk Ave, # 12, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 551-1641
Quality
Pieces Of The Puzzle Learning Cntr INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Pieces of the Puzzle Learning Center receives predominantly positive reviews praising the staff's attentiveness, curriculum quality, and child development outcomes. One negative review cited staffing inconsistencies and poor management availability in the morning hours.

Attentive and caring staffchild development and learning outcomeshealthy meals
Address
2316 Cecil B Moore Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 232-2101
Quality
Open Arms Child Care, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Open Arms Child Care in Philadelphia receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the exceptional, caring staff and welcoming atmosphere. Parents consistently highlight the facility's cleanliness, organization, strong kindergarten preparation, and sense of community. Multiple families have returned or remained enrolled for extended periods, indicating high satisfaction and trust.

Exceptional and caring teaching staffwelcoming and happy atmospherecleanliness and organization
Address
2063 Snyder Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 465-5458
Busy Bees Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Busy Bees Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple years of enrollment. Parents highlight warm, caring staff with low turnover, strong educational programming, and personalized attention to each child's development. The center fosters a family-like community where children are excited to attend and make measurable learning progress.

Staff remembers all children's namescaring and patient teachersmany staff members with 20+ yea
Address
601 Walnut St. Ll -25, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 733-3927
Quality
Brand New Life Christian Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Brand New Life Christian Center appears to be primarily a church and food bank rather than a daycare facility. Reviews praise the welcoming community, spiritual teaching, and free food distribution services offered on Saturdays. Parents highlight the kind staff, clean facilities, and family-friendly atmosphere.

Kind and professional staffspiritual teachings and communityfree food distribution
Address
6301 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 844-4079
Quality Time For Your Child Learning Academy, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Quality Time for Your Child Learning Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the organized facility, caring and dedicated staff, and engaging activities that keep children happy and learning. The owner is noted for being supportive and family-oriented. One negative review cited concerns about staff patience and behavior toward children.

organized facilitycaring and dedicated teachersvariety of activities and events
Address
1016 Cottman Ave, Ste B, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(267) 343-7770
Quality
Pre-School Power Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Pre-School Power Child Development Center (also referred to as Ann Kids) for its caring and passionate staff, smooth transitions, and welcoming environment. The center receives universal 5-star ratings with parents highlighting excellent teacher-student relationships, quality curriculum, nutritious meals, and strong security measures. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show significant developmental progress.

Compassionate and patient staffsmooth transition to schooldiverse activities and outings
Address
6200 Palmetto St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 342-4780
Quality
Congregations Of Shaare Sham Prschl Kdgtn
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Congregations of Shaare Shamayim Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the warm, family-oriented environment, dedicated teachers who know every child by name, and strong academic preparation. Multiple parents report their children thrived socially and academically, with lasting friendships and positive transitions to kindergarten. One parent expressed dissatisfaction with the school's ability to accommodate children with special needs.

Address
9768 Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 673-2320
Quality
Dean'S Early Education Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
3047 Kensington Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(267) 273-1440
Kids Paradise Daycare INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Kids Paradise Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, attentive staff and well-organized environment. Parents highlight exceptional teacher care, daily communication updates, smooth drop-off/pick-up experiences, and notable developmental progress in their children. The daycare is repeatedly recommended as the best in Philadelphia.

Warm and caring teachersattentive staffdaily photo/message updates
Address
7253 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 501-2450
Quality
Mary Mother Of Peace Ost Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The reviews provided are not for the daycare's after-school program but rather for the affiliated church. Reviews consistently praise the church community, priests, and spiritual environment, though they do not address daycare services or child care quality.

Strong sense of communitydedicated and caring priestsconvenient mass times
Address
6300 Buist Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 474-1930
Quality
Teach N Tumble Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Teach N Tumble for providing individualized, attentive care in a small group home setting led by owner Ms. Brenda. Children show significant developmental progress, behavioral improvements, and emotional growth while parents appreciate the structured curriculum, daily communication, and family-like atmosphere. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting trust, safety, and quality care.

Individualized attentionsmall group sizes (max 6 chi
Address
6032 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 727-4030
Quality
Little People Little Stars Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Little People Little Stars Day Care in Philadelphia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 out of 9 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring and patient staff, spacious and clean facilities, flexible scheduling including weekend and after-hours care, and affordable transportation services for school pickups.

Flexible schedulingpatient and caring staffspacious and beautiful facility
Address
57 E Haines St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 849-4050
Generations Child Care ..Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
5445 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(484) 844-4600
Bok Technical High School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

This is not a daycare center. The reviews describe BOK Technical High School as a converted school building in Philadelphia that houses artist studios, shops, restaurants, and event spaces. Reviewers praise it as a vibrant community hub showcasing local culture and creativity.

Unique adaptive reuse of historic buildingdiverse mix of shops and studiosquality food and beverage options
Address
1900 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 952-2730
Quality
Calvary Baptist
Church Daycare
4.6

Calvary Baptist is a religious facility in Philadelphia with a 4.6/5 Google rating. Reviews focus primarily on the church services and pastoral leadership rather than daycare operations. Parents praise the Bible teaching, pastoral staff, and welcoming community atmosphere.

Bible-based teachingwarm and friendly environmentmultiple service times available
Address
6122 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 747-9980
Quality
Mother Goose & Friends
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Mother Goose & Friends receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring and patient staff, clean facilities, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, learn well, and feel loved and safe. The center is described as a welcoming, creative space where children thrive developmentally and emotionally.

Caring and patient staffclean and well-maintained facilitycreative and open learning environment
Address
8114 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(267) 343-8460
Beacon Center For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Beacon Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and engaged teachers, personalized attention to each child's interests, and supportive leadership under director Gillian. The center emphasizes play-based, creative learning and emotional development. One negative review raised concerns about facility cleanliness, outdoor safety, and language support for international students, which the center addressed in their response.

Address
2125 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 963-3075
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 929 all daycares in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Philadelphia, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • 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
Philadelphia offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 857 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 24 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 46 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Pennsylvania typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Philadelphia for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Philadelphia must be licensed by Pennsylvania's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.