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4,599 Daycare Centers in Pennsylvania

Browse 4,599 daycare centers across Pennsylvania. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Pennsylvania

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Pennsylvania can make the decision-making process smoother.

Pennsylvania has about 4,599 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Pennsylvania. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Pennsylvania

There are 4,599 daycares in Pennsylvania: 13 headstart facilities, 191 before/after school centers, 106 religious facility daycares, and 4,289 childcare and preschool centers.

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County Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

County YMCA in Edinboro receives consistently positive feedback with a 4.5/5 rating. Parents and members praise the friendly staff, convenient location, quality facilities, and welcoming atmosphere. A few reviews mention maintenance and climate control concerns.

friendly and caring staffconvenient locationwell-equipped gym facilities (free weights
Address
12285 Ymca Dr, Edinboro, PA
Phone
(814) 734-4570
Quality
Elmwood Early Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Multiple parents highlight the caring, family-like atmosphere and experienced staff, noting significant educational progress in areas like language, spelling, and potty training. Conversely, one reviewer reports severe operational issues, including understaffing, frequent closures, and inadequate care leading to illness.

caring and friendly staffexperienced employeesstrong family atmosphere
Address
6504 Elmwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 863-3039
Quality
All About Kidz
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

All About Kidz receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff engagement, cleanliness, organization, and individualized care for children. However, two recent reviews cite serious communication failures, including a last-minute enrollment cancellation and unresponsive staff to calls and emails.

clean and well-organized facilitiesengaged and caring teachersresponsive owner/director
Address
5613 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 974-4533
A Child'S Place Bldg 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

A CHILD'S PLACE BLDG 1 receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring and nurturing staff, safe environment, and engaging programs. The facility is noted for extended hours, cleanliness, strong community events, and low teacher turnover.

caring and supportive staffwarm and encouraging teacherssafe and nurturing environment
Address
524 Sugartown Rd, Devon, PA
Phone
(610) 272-2809
Quality
A Child'S Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

A Child's Place in Devon, PA receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and nurturing staff, safe environment, engaging activities, and strong sense of community fostered by management. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and form meaningful connections with their teachers.

caring and nurturing staffwarm and supportive teacherssafe and clean environment
Address
575 Beaumont Road, Devon, PA
Phone
(610) 272-2809
Quality
The Whole Child Learning Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Whole Child Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, safe environment, and their children's enthusiasm for attending. However, one parent from a decade ago raised serious concerns about an unexplained injury and alleged lack of communication.

Caring and attentive staffsafe and nurturing environmentchildren eager to learn and excited to attend
Address
55 N Brick Ln, Elverson, PA
Phone
(610) 913-3925
Quality
Delco Child Day Care Association-H
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise DELCO CHILD DAY CARE ASSOCIATION-H for caring, professional staff who create a welcoming environment where children develop academically and socially. Multiple reviewers report positive experiences with skill development, outdoor activities, and feeling confident in the teachers' commitment. One reviewer reported never seeing the building used.

Caring and professional teacherschild development and learning progressfriendly environment
Address
2810 Grand Ave, Holmes, PA
Phone
(610) 586-6122
Quality
Sonshine Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents highlight the school's small class sizes, dedicated staff, and effective kindergarten preparation as key strengths, while one account raises serious safety concerns regarding rough handling, unhygienic conditions, and unprofessional conduct by employees.

small class sizesone-on-one supporteffective kindergarten preparation
Address
3601 Garrett Rd, Drexel Hill, PA
Phone
(610) 623-3859
Quality
Delco Child Day Care No. C
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

DELCO CHILD DAY CARE NO. C receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with staff described as caring, professional, and dedicated to child development. Parents report children are happy, learning new skills, and well-prepared for kindergarten. One review raises a concern about building visibility.

Caring and professional teacherschildren happy and engageddevelopmental progress in academics and life skills
Address
352 Childs Ave, Drexel Hill, PA
Phone
(610) 622-2099
Quality
Moms Morning Out At Cades
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

MOMS MORNING OUT AT CADES is a special needs center and school in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, highly praised for its inclusive facilities and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the exceptional playground with accessible equipment, multiple play areas, and amenities for children of all abilities. The organization is commended for its 30-year track record, compassionate mission, and positive impact on both students and volunteers.

Excellent playground facilities with climbing structures and swingshandicap-accessible equipmentlarge field and running track
Address
401 Rutgers Ave, Swarthmore, PA
Phone
(610) 543-3809
Wilcox Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents and alumni highlight the center's highly educated and patient staff, noting that the program provides a strong educational foundation and challenges children appropriately. A former student describes the experience as wonderful and beneficial for learning skills beyond the classroom.

highly educated staffpatient and loving caregiversstrong educational foundation
Address
6101 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 474-4405
Quality
The Caring Center Enrichment Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Caring Center Enrichment Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback about its teaching quality, inclusive environment, and child development approach. However, several parents report serious issues with management responsiveness, including poor communication about waitlist status and difficulty obtaining refunds.

Excellent and creative teachersindividualized attention to child needsinclusive environment
Address
501 N 32nd St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 386-6825
Quality
Northeast Frankford Boys & Girls
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

One parent describes the center as a friendly, valuable resource offering after-school, teen, and summer programs, noting ongoing building renovations. In contrast, another reviewer reports severe behavioral issues, including frequent fights, vandalism, and threats of violence, alleging that staff fails to intervene.

Friendly staffgood neighborhood resourcevariety of programs (after-school
Address
1709 Kinsey St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 743-3752
Quality
The Avenue'S Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Avenue's Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents who report that their children love attending and form strong bonds with caring, loving staff members. Parents highlight the structured learning environment, excellent communication, and creative activities across all age groups from infants through preschool. The facility is described as warm, family-oriented, and supportive of child development.

Caring and loving staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsstructured learning environment
Address
364 Snyder Ave, # 66, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 336-6778
Quality
All Kids Are Special Childcare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

All Kids Are Special receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facility, strong academic and social development, and excellent communication. Children show significant growth and happiness attending the center. One parent noted limitations in serving children with disabilities or high energy needs.

Attentive and friendly staffstrong child development and academic progressgood communication with parents about health and progress
Address
1001 Knollwood Rd, New Kensington, PA
Phone
(724) 333-3193
Quality
Free Methodist Day Care And Dvpt Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

NOTE: The reviews provided appear to be for a church (Free Methodist Church of Greensburg) rather than the daycare center. Most reviews praise the welcoming community, ministries, and pastoral care. One negative review criticizes pastoral responsiveness and administrative decisions.

Welcoming and family-oriented communitystrong ministries and community outreach programscompassionate pastoral staff
Address
1261 Toppers Rd, Greensburg, PA
Phone
(724) 838-8908
Latrobe Kinder Schull Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Latrobe Kinder Schull Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring and attentive staff, beautiful facility, and positive developmental outcomes for children. However, one parent reported poor communication and inadequate support regarding their child with special needs.

Caring and attentive teachersstaff goes above and beyondbeautiful facility
Address
320 Mckinley Ave, Latrobe, PA
Phone
(724) 537-7257
Quality
Ymca Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Franklin YMCA Learning Center is praised for its well-maintained facility, friendly staff, and welcoming community atmosphere. Parents appreciate the variety of programs available for all ages and the supportive group fitness classes. One reviewer noted concerns about teenage lifeguard maturity and unprofessional behavior during later hours.

Well-maintained facilityfriendly and helpful staffwelcoming community
Address
111 W Park St, Franklin, PA
Phone
(814) 432-2214
Quality
Little Learning Land, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

One parent reports severe concerns regarding unqualified staff, excessive class sizes, and physical mistreatment of their child, leading to an early withdrawal. Conversely, another reviewer highlights the kindness of the teachers and the quality of care for their own children.

kind teachershigh quality of careaffordable pricing
Address
505 Boone Ave, Canonsburg, PA
Phone
(724) 745-5844
Quality
Emilie Road Day Care Center-Bldg 3
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Emilie Road Day Care Center for treating children like family with caring, friendly, and professional staff led by owner Linda. The facility offers educational programs, activities, field trips, and a summer pool, with multiple families using the center for 10+ years. Children show developmental progress in speech and school readiness.

Caring and friendly staffowner responsive to concernsclean facilities
Address
1423 Bristol-Oxford Valley, Levittown, PA
Phone
(215) 943-3664
Quality
The Little School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Little School receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children have thrived socially, academically, and behaviorally. Parents particularly highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong communication, and supportive environment that helps children gain confidence and readiness for kindergarten.

Caring and attentive teachersexcellent communication with parentsstrong social and academic development
Address
1809 Durham Rd, Langhorne, PA
Phone
(215) 752-2145
Quality
Life Span Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise LIFE SPAN DAY CARE for its caring and loving staff who genuinely connect with children. Reviews highlight strong communication, educational quality, and a welcoming environment where children are happy and engaged. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and returned for additional children, with some driving significant distances specifically to attend this facility.

Caring and loving teacherssupportive administrationstrong communication with parents
Address
2460 John Fries Hwy, Quakertown, PA
Phone
(215) 536-6442
Quality
The Family Ymca Of Lower Bucks
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise the YMCA Fairless Hills facility for its clean, well-maintained spaces and welcoming staff. The daycare/childcare services receive particular appreciation, with children reportedly enjoying their time and parents valuing the convenience while they exercise. Overall, reviewers highlight the diverse programs, community atmosphere, and quality of coaching and instruction across all age groups.

Clean and well-maintained facilitiesfriendly an
Address
601 S Oxford Valley Rd, Fairless Hills, PA
Phone
(215) 949-9340
Emilie Road Day Care Center- Bldg 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Emilie Road Day Care Center for treating children with care and respect, with many families having enrolled their children for 10+ years. Staff are described as friendly, professional, and attentive to children's development, nutrition, and educational needs. The facility offers activities, homework support, field trips, and a summer pool program.

Caring and personable stafflong-term family enrollmentspeech development support
Address
1423 Bristol-Oxford Valley, Levittown, PA
Phone
(215) 943-3664
Lifespan School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise LIFESPAN SCHOOL AGE PROGRAM for its caring and loving staff who genuinely connect with children. Multiple reviewers highlight strong teacher-child relationships, effective communication, enrichment activities, and included amenities like meals and infant supplies. Many families have enrolled multiple children or returned after years away, indicating high satisfaction and trust.

Caring and loving teachersstrong staff-child relationshipsexcellent communication with parents
Address
101 Woodview Dr, Quakertown, PA
Phone
(215) 536-6442
Magic Cottage Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Magic Cottage Day Care Center in Levittown, PA receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. Reviews highlight the caring and personable staff, particularly directors Andrea and Fran and teacher Stephanie, along with a strong educational curriculum that incorporates science and language development. Parents report their children are happy, feel safe, and make significant developmental progress.

caring and personable staffexperienced directors who support familiesstrong educational curriculum including science
Address
128 Appletree Dr, Levittown, PA
Phone
(215) 547-7723
Quality
Baby Genius Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Baby Genius Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, high-quality homemade meals, engaging educational activities, and safe, nurturing environment that children are excited to attend. Multiple parents report their children made significant developmental progress and formed strong attachments to teachers.

Kind and caring staff who treat children like familyhomemade and healthy meals made from fresh/locally sourced ingredientsMontessori-style educational activities
Address
517 E Lincoln Hwy, Langhorne, PA
Phone
(215) 752-2113
Quality
Pied Piper Nursery And Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The available feedback highlights a positive environment, with one parent describing it as a beautiful place of worship and another noting good service. Specific mentions include Pastor Steve's loving approach and engaging lessons, alongside a general appreciation for the facility.

Pastor Steve's love and lessonsbeautiful facilitygood service
Address
640 Centre Ave, Reading, PA
Phone
(610) 376-6334
Creative Kids Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Creative Kids Education Center in Hollidaysburg receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, educational approach, and structured environment. Most reviewers report excellent experiences and recommend the center highly. One parent had a negative experience with their child's adjustment period.

caring and remarkable teacherseducational curriculumstructured environment
Address
128 Holliday Hills Dr, Hollidaysburg, PA
Phone
(814) 317-7516
Quality
Weigelstown Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Weigelstown Child Care Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and well-prepared for kindergarten, with strong communication between staff and families.

Caring and attentive staffclean and organized facilityage-appropriate activities and learning programs
Address
2411 Emig Mill Rd, Dover, PA
Phone
(717) 764-4558
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Frequently asked questions

There are 4,599 all daycares across Pennsylvania. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Pennsylvania are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Pennsylvania'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 Pennsylvania, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania 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.