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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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K-Prep Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

K-PREP Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents for staff quality, communication, and child care. However, two parents report serious concerns about handling of special needs children and classroom organization/discipline.

Excellent staff and teacher qualitystrong parent-child communication via Tadpoles appcaring and invested ownership
Address
3943 Columbia Ave, Columbia, PA
Phone
(717) 285-5271
Quality
Bethlehem Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise Bethlehem YMCA daycare for caring staff, educational programs, and excellent facilities including a pool with free swimming lessons for ages 3+. Children show strong academic preparation and parents report high satisfaction with their children's happiness and development. The center is clean and well-maintained despite its older appearance.

Caring and friendly staffstrong academic preparation for kindergartenfree swimming lessons
Address
430 E Broad St, Bethlehem, PA
Phone
(610) 867-7759
Quality
Spring Garden Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Spring Garden Children's Center receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and fair pricing, though some express concerns about recent management changes and director communication style.

caring staffwell-equippedclean facility
Address
401 W Berwick St, Ste 103, Easton, PA
Phone
(610) 252-2056
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Holy Redeemer Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
1648 Huntingdon Pike, Jenkintown, PA
Phone
(215) 938-8338
Quality
North Penn Ymca -Skipack Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise this YMCA daycare for being fun and suitable for year-round childcare. Most reviews are positive, though one parent expressed concern about affordability.

Fun environmentyear-round programming including summer optionsgood for community meetings
Address
4081 Heckler Road, Creamery, PA
Phone
(610) 831-1100
Quality
North Penn Ymca - Wiggles And Giggles
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise North Penn YMCA - Wiggles and Giggles as a fun, well-rounded facility suitable for year-round childcare and community use. However, cost is a significant concern for some families.

Fun environmentyear-round programminggood for childcare
Address
448 School Ln, Harleysville, PA
Phone
(215) 256-6193
Harcum Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The reviews provided do not appear to be from parents of the daycare, but rather from college students and adults attending Harcum College programs. They consistently praise the institution's atmosphere, staff support, professors, and educational quality.

Helpful and eager staffhands-on instructionknowledgeable professors
Address
750 Montgomery Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA
Phone
(610) 526-6924
Greater Scranton Ymca Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise the GREATER SCRANTON YMCA DAY CARE staff highly, describing them as caring, trustworthy, and family-like. The facility offers quality early learning care with modern amenities and the BrightWheel app for parent communication. One parent expressed complete trust in the staff for their young child's daily care.

Caring and trustworthy stafffamily-like environmentmodern facilities
Address
706 N Blakely St, Dunmore, PA
Phone
(570) 346-6500
Quality
Chambersburg Memorial Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise the Chambersburg Memorial YMCA for its comprehensive facilities and exceptional staff. The center offers diverse programs for all ages, including a preschool discovery center, fitness classes, swimming, and sports activities. Families highlight the affordable membership pricing and welcoming atmosphere created by knowledgeable, friendly employees.

Discovery center/preschool programclean facilitylarge pool
Address
570 E Mckinley St, Chambersburg, PA
Phone
(717) 263-3851
Quality
Chambersburg Ymca At Fayetteville Elem
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The Chambersburg YMCA at Fayetteville Elementary receives consistently high praise from members. Parents appreciate the comprehensive facilities, including a pool, gym equipment, and preschool programs like the Discovery Center. Staff members are frequently highlighted as friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable.

Discovery Center preschool programphenomenal teachersclean facility
Address
8 E Main St, Fayetteville, PA
Phone
(717) 265-5851
Quality
Chambersburg Ymca At Ben Chambers Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise the Chambersburg YMCA facility for its cleanliness, variety of amenities, and quality staff. The daycare/preschool program (Discovery Center) receives positive feedback, and families appreciate the affordability and range of activities available for all ages. Staff members are frequently highlighted for their friendliness and helpfulness.

Clean facilityknowledgeable and friendly staffwide variety of programs and equipment
Address
481 N Franklin St, Chambersburg, PA
Phone
(717) 263-3851
Quality
Neighborhood Center Of The Umc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise the Neighborhood Center of the UMC for exceptional staff care, accessibility, and genuine passion for children. The facility is highlighted as a safe, secure community resource that offers daycare, summer camp, food bank, and Head Start services. Reviewers consistently express satisfaction with their experiences and recommend the center.

Exceptional staff care and passionaccessible director and staffsafe and secure environment
Address
1801 N 3rd St, Harrisburg, PA
Phone
(717) 233-3654
East Shore Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

East Shore Montessori School receives mostly positive reviews praising staff care, child development, and low turnover. However, some parents report unprofessional interactions with leadership and staff. Overall impressions are mixed, with strong satisfaction from families whose children attend versus concerns about administrative professionalism.

Genuine care for childrenchildren thriving and happynice blend of academic and social activities
Address
6130 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg, PA
Phone
(717) 545-5775
Quality
Vincentian Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise VCDC for its exceptional staff, clean facilities, and caring environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the infant room, experienced teachers, and strong educational curriculum. Former students are reported to excel in kindergarten and beyond.

Caring and experienced staffclean and well-designed facility with natural lightstrong educational curriculum
Address
8200 Mcknight Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 366-6859
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The Smart Center Of Child Dev. Edu.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The Smart Center receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Positive reviews highlight dedicated, caring staff who provide individualized attention and help children develop academically and socially. Negative reviews cite concerns about staff behavior, classroom management issues, and billing practices.

Dedicated and caring teachersstrong academic developmentcultural enrichment events
Address
3301 W Westmoreland St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 227-7270
Quality
Little Lights Of The World
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Little Lights of the World for providing a safe, clean, and nurturing Christian-based learning environment. Staff members are described as caring, professional, and attentive to both children's development and parent communication. Children are reported to enjoy attending and make strong educational and social progress.

Safe and clean facilityChristian/faith-based educationcaring and professional staff
Address
2907 W Cheltenham Ave, Wyncote, PA
Phone
(215) 517-7803
Quality
Y Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

These reviews appear to be for a YMCA facility rather than a daycare center. Parents praise the facility's equipment, pools, and free child watch services, but criticize cleanliness, staff attitudes, and pricing. The center offers good value for families seeking multiple amenities in one location.

Free child watch for parentsexcellent gym equipment and free weightsmultiple pools (lap and therapy)
Address
677 W Whitehall Rd, State College, PA
Phone
(814) 237-7772
Quality
Longswamp Learning Center-Dist. Topton Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
3.9
Address
445 W Barkley St, Topton, PA
Phone
(610) 682-9710
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Lampeter-Strasburg Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The Lampeter-Strasburg YMCA in Lancaster is highly regarded with mostly positive reviews praising the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and quality programs including summer camp. Parents consistently highlight excellent customer service and well-maintained equipment, though one reviewer noted concerns about childwatch supervision.

Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staffquality summer camp programs with engaging counselors
Address
800 Village Rd, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 464-4000
Quality
New Youngsters, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

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Unable to assess - wrong business
Address
427 Pembroke Rd, Bethlehem, PA
Phone
(610) 691-8010
Jenkintown Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Jenkintown Day Nursery receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the clean facilities, caring staff, educational quality, and individual attention to children. However, serious safety concerns have been raised regarding inadequate incident reporting, lack of supervision, and poor communication with parents about injuries sustained at the facility.

Clean facilityfriendly and warm staffquality education
Address
Hilltop & Baeder Rds., Jenkintown, PA
Phone
(215) 884-1990
Quality
Chambersburg Ymca At South Hamilton Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
3.9

This YMCA facility in Chambersburg offers a school-based childcare program (Discovery Center/preschool) alongside comprehensive fitness amenities. Parents consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, variety of programs for all ages, and friendly, knowledgeable staff. The preschool program specifically receives positive recognition for quality teachers and educational value.

clean facilityvariety of programs for all agesfriendly and helpful staff
Address
1019 Warm Spring Rd, Chambersburg, PA
Phone
(717) 261-3470
Quality
Chambersburg Ymca At Grandview Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
3.9

Parents praise the Chambersburg YMCA at Grandview Elementary for its comprehensive facilities and excellent staff. The facility offers diverse programs for all ages including preschool/discovery center, swimming, fitness classes, and sports activities. Members consistently highlight friendly, welcoming, and helpful employees.

Top-notch facilitycleanmultiple amenities (pool
Address
5538 Cumberland Hwy, Chambersburg, PA
Phone
(717) 263-8510
Quality
Colleen Kwiatkowski'S Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Colleen Kwiatkowski's Daycare receives mixed reviews. The majority of parents praise the facility for its affordability, cleanliness, staff friendliness, special activities, and accommodating approach to children with special needs. However, some parents report issues with bullying, inadequate supervision, and children being removed from the program.

Affordable pricingflexible and consistent staffclean and well-organized facility
Address
245 West High Street, Middletown, PA
Phone
(717) 944-9610
Quality
All About Kids Daycare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
421 Union St, Millersburg, PA
Phone
(717) 692-5470
Quality
Sweet Dream And Fairy Tales Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Sweet Dreams and Fairy Tales Daycare receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, quality curriculum, and convenient 24-hour services. Children are reported to thrive academically and developmentally, with parents appreciating the communication and professionalism of the center.

caring and attentive staffknowledgeable teachersquality curriculum
Address
4225 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 849-5000
Quality
Germantown Life Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Germantown Life Enrichment Center is a multi-purpose community facility offering after-school programs, summer camps, swimming lessons, and gym memberships. Parents praise the attentive staff, engaging activities, clean pool, affordable pricing, and friendly atmosphere. Some note maintenance issues with the aging facility.

Attentive and lovely staffengaging activitiesstrong peer relationships among children
Address
5722 Greene St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 844-3280
Quality
1st Impressions Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

1st Impressions Learning Center receives consistently high ratings from parents with 9 five-star reviews and 1 four-star review. Parents praise the center's caring staff, clean facility, educational advancement of children, and strong communication with families. Many report long-term loyalty, with some families using the center for over 15 years.

Attentive and caring staffclean and well-maintained facilitystrong early childhood education curriculum
Address
1552 Wadsworth Avenue, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 247-2300
1st Impressions Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

1st Impressions Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with many reporting long-term enrollment (5-15+ years). Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, clean facility, strong educational curriculum, and excellent communication as key strengths.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilityeducational advancement (children learning academics beyond typical age)
Address
1529 E Wadsworth Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 242-1000
Moshannon Ymca Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise the facility's teachers, gymnastics programs, and workout amenities. However, reviews highlight concerns about limited programming for children, scheduling conflicts with school-age families, unfriendly staff, and lack of modern facilities and extended hours compared to competing gyms in the area.

Great teachersAmazing gymnastics programsGood workout facility
Address
113 North 14th Street, Philipsburg, PA
Phone
(814) 342-0890
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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.