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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Carteret, NJ

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Carteret. Average rating: 3.75/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Carteret, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.75/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Carteret has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 20 parent reviews averaging 3.75/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Carteret

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
    Heart Felt Childcare Center LLC
    4.13 score
    4.2(10)

    67-69 Washington Ave, Carteret, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Heart Felt Childcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, strong academic progress, and family-like environment. The majority of reviews highlight children's significant developmental gains and comfort with attending. Two negative reviews cite staffing concerns and disputes over tuition and dismissal policies.

    Caring and dedicated staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong academic preparation (ABC'snumbers
  2. 2
    Bright Star Day Care Center INC
    3.57 score
    3.3(8)

    1176-78 Roosevelt Avenue, Carteret, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

    Bright Star Day Care Center receives highly polarized reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Positive reviews praise the caring, professional staff and nine-year track records of satisfaction, while negative reviews cite serious concerns including poor hygiene, disorganized operations, rude staff behavior, unsecured facilities, and unresponsive management.

    Caring and friendly staffprofessional enrollment processstaff genuinely care for childrenlong-t

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Carteret

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
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Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Carteret, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.75avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Carteret zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
070086
3.75
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Carteret (30–220 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Carteret based on parent reviews

Heart Felt Childcare Center LLC

4.2(10)

67-69 Washington Ave, Carteret, NJ

Heart Felt Childcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, strong academic progress, and family-like environment. The majority of reviews highlight children's significant developmental gains and comfort with attending. Two negative reviews cite staffing concerns and disputes over tuition and dismissal policies.

Caring and dedicated staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong academic preparation (ABC's

Bright Star Day Care Center INC

3.3(8)

1176-78 Roosevelt Avenue, Carteret, NJ

Bright Star Day Care Center receives highly polarized reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Positive reviews praise the caring, professional staff and nine-year track records of satisfaction, while negative reviews cite serious concerns including poor hygiene, disorganized operations, rude staff behavior, unsecured facilities, and unresponsive management.

Caring and friendly staffprofessional enrollment processstaff genuinely care for children

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Daycare types in Carteret

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Child Daycare & Preschools in Carteret, New Jersey

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Carteret, New Jersey, making up 33% of the 6 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 Carteret have an average rating of 3.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.75 stars. Our analysis covers 20 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Carteret, 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 Carteret

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Heart Felt Childcare Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Heart Felt Childcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, strong academic progress, and family-like environment. The majority of reviews highlight children's significant developmental gains and comfort with attending. Two negative reviews cite staffing concerns and disputes over tuition and dismissal policies.

Caring and dedicated staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong academic preparation (ABC's
Address
67-69 Washington Ave, Carteret, NJ
Phone
(732) 541-5522
Bright Star Day Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Bright Star Day Care Center receives highly polarized reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Positive reviews praise the caring, professional staff and nine-year track records of satisfaction, while negative reviews cite serious concerns including poor hygiene, disorganized operations, rude staff behavior, unsecured facilities, and unresponsive management.

Caring and friendly staffprofessional enrollment processstaff genuinely care for children
Address
1176-78 Roosevelt Avenue, Carteret, NJ
Phone
(732) 969-9690

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Carteret, New Jersey, out of 6 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 Carteret have an average Google rating of 3.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Carteret, 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
Carteret offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Carteret for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Carteret 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.