How do I choose the right daycare in Barnegat?

When choosing a daycare in Barnegat, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Barnegat, New Jersey (5 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in New Jersey?

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 Barnegat for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Barnegat

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.

Barnegat Community Ps Center

4.51 score

4.7(13)

900 West Bay Avenue, Barnegat, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Barnegat Community PS Center receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the clean, safe facilities, warm and friendly staff, and excellent programs and activities for children of all ages. The center is noted for reasonable pricing and community-focused management.

clean and well-maintained facilitiessafe environmentfriendly and caring staffexcellent curriculum

Green Thumb Day Care & Preschool

3.69 score

3.5(8)

365 North Main Street, Barnegat, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

Green Thumb receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents about caring staff, good communication, reasonable rates, and convenient hours. However, several parents report serious concerns including inadequate illness notification, unexplained injuries, staff rudeness, and refusal to provide incident reports.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parentsconvenient hours for working parentsreasonable rates

Child Daycare & Preschools in Barnegat, New Jersey

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Barnegat, New Jersey. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Barnegat, New Jersey. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Barnegat, 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

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 Barnegat for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Barnegat 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.

5 Child Daycare & Preschools in Barnegat, New Jersey

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Barnegat

Top Rated

Barnegat Community Ps Center

Treasured Angels

Green Thumb Day Care & Preschool

Bright Star Nursery

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