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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Asbury Park, NJ

Compare 8 child daycare & preschools in Asbury Park. Average rating: 4.78/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Asbury Park, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
8
Avg rating
4.78/5
Parent reviews
29
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Asbury Park has 8 licensed child daycare & preschools with 29 parent reviews averaging 4.78/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07712 zip code, averaging 4.78 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Asbury Park

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Asbury Park, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.78avg rating
8 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Asbury Park zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
077129
4.78
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Asbury Park (27–134 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Asbury Park based on parent reviews

2 For Care Early Childhood Learning Center LLC

5(4)

619 Bangs Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ

Parents describe 2 for Care Early Childhood Learning Center as a nurturing and reliable option where staff treat children like family. Reviewers highlight the center's attentiveness to development, including learning ABCs and potty training, as well as helpful services like school transportation and healthy meals. One parent notes they miss the program and wish their child could stay longer, indicating high satisfaction with the care provided.

warm and attentive stafffocuses on child development (ABCspotty training)

Alphabets Preschool Center INC.

4.4(4)

701 Grand Ave, Asbury Park, NJ

Several parents highlight the staff's affection for children and describe the facility as a top choice in Asbury Park, while one recent visitor reported severe cleanliness issues including potential bed bugs.

loving staffloved by childrenconsidered the best preschool in the area

Care On The Square

4.7

601 Lake Ave, Asbury Park, NJ

A Little Class Preschool II

5

1235-37 Monroe Ave, Asbury Park, NJ

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Daycare types in Asbury Park

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Asbury Park, New Jersey

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Asbury Park, New Jersey, making up 89% of the 9 total childcare facilities in the city. 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 Asbury Park have an average rating of 4.78 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.78 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Asbury Park, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Asbury Park

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2 For Care Early Childhood Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe 2 for Care Early Childhood Learning Center as a nurturing and reliable option where staff treat children like family. Reviewers highlight the center's attentiveness to development, including learning ABCs and potty training, as well as helpful services like school transportation and healthy meals. One parent notes they miss the program and wish their child could stay longer, indicating high satisfaction with the care provided.

warm and attentive stafffocuses on child development (ABCspotty training)
Address
619 Bangs Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 685-6561
A Little Class Preschool II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1235-37 Monroe Ave, Asbury Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 502-8906
Care On The Square
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
601 Lake Ave, Asbury Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 502-8333
Alphabets Preschool Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Several parents highlight the staff's affection for children and describe the facility as a top choice in Asbury Park, while one recent visitor reported severe cleanliness issues including potential bed bugs.

loving staffloved by childrenconsidered the best preschool in the area
Address
701 Grand Ave, Asbury Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 775-1582
Bridges Educational Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
302 Atkins Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Boys & Girls Club Of Monmouth County-Asbury Park Unit
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Boys & Girls Club of Monmouth County-Asbury Park Unit receives universally positive feedback from families. Parents consistently praise the facility's staff, indoor swimming pool with beginner and advanced programs, diverse activities, and role in community youth development. Many reviewers mention positive personal experiences from their own childhoods at the organization.

Excellent staffindoor swimming poolswim programs for all levels
Address
1201 Monroe Ave, Asbury Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 775-7862
Asbury Park Y-Kids - Bradley Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1100 Third Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 566-9266
Pneuma Academy-Educational Learning And Cultural Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
502 Grand Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 768-4263

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Asbury Park, New Jersey, out of 9 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Asbury Park have an average Google rating of 4.78 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Asbury Park, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with New Jersey's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New Jersey)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Asbury Park offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 New Jersey 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 Asbury Park for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Asbury Park must be licensed by New Jersey'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.