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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Cedar Knolls, NJ

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Cedar Knolls. Average rating: 4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Cedar Knolls, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4/5
Parent reviews
27
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Cedar Knolls has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 27 parent reviews averaging 4/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cedar Knolls

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
    My Special Spot Nurturing And Enrichment Center INC
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    13 Wing Drive, Cedar Knolls, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 180 children

    My Special Spot is highly praised by parents for its family-owned, nurturing environment with exceptional staff care and strong curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the owners' accessibility, low teacher-to-student ratios, excellent outdoor facilities, and genuine dedication to children's development and wellbeing.

    Caring and dedicated staff with low turnoverfamily-owned with accessible owners (Jeff and Randi)better teacher-to-student ratios than state requirementsstrong curriculum with enrichment programs included
  2. 2
    Richard F. Blake Children'S Center
    3.53 score
    3.2(7)

    65 Horsehill Rd, Cedar Knolls, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 211 children

    Richard F. Blake Children's Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational curriculum, and positive experiences for their children's kindergarten readiness. However, some parents report concerns about activity variety, staff behavior, safety during outdoor play in heat, and frustration with waitlist management.

    Caring and educated staffstrong curriculumdevelopmentally appropriate teaching methodschildren excited to attend

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Cedar Knolls

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Cedar Knolls (50–211 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Cedar Knolls based on parent reviews

My Special Spot Nurturing And Enrichment Center INC

4.8(20)

13 Wing Drive, Cedar Knolls, NJ

My Special Spot is highly praised by parents for its family-owned, nurturing environment with exceptional staff care and strong curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the owners' accessibility, low teacher-to-student ratios, excellent outdoor facilities, and genuine dedication to children's development and wellbeing.

Caring and dedicated staff with low turnoverfamily-owned with accessible owners (Jeff and Randi)better teacher-to-student ratios than state requirements

Richard F. Blake Children'S Center

3.2(7)

65 Horsehill Rd, Cedar Knolls, NJ

Richard F. Blake Children's Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational curriculum, and positive experiences for their children's kindergarten readiness. However, some parents report concerns about activity variety, staff behavior, safety during outdoor play in heat, and frustration with waitlist management.

Caring and educated staffstrong curriculumdevelopmentally appropriate teaching methods

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey. 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 Cedar Knolls have an average rating of 4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4 stars. Our analysis covers 27 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Cedar Knolls, 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 Cedar Knolls

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My Special Spot Nurturing And Enrichment Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

My Special Spot is highly praised by parents for its family-owned, nurturing environment with exceptional staff care and strong curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the owners' accessibility, low teacher-to-student ratios, excellent outdoor facilities, and genuine dedication to children's development and wellbeing.

Caring and dedicated staff with low turnoverfamily-owned with accessible owners (Jeff and Randi)better teacher-to-student ratios than state requirements
Address
13 Wing Drive, Cedar Knolls, NJ
Phone
(973) 898-7373
Richard F. Blake Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Richard F. Blake Children's Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational curriculum, and positive experiences for their children's kindergarten readiness. However, some parents report concerns about activity variety, staff behavior, safety during outdoor play in heat, and frustration with waitlist management.

Caring and educated staffstrong curriculumdevelopmentally appropriate teaching methods
Address
65 Horsehill Rd, Cedar Knolls, NJ
Phone
(973) 984-2255
P G Chambers School -- Kids Count Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
15 Halko Dr, Cedar Knolls, NJ
Phone
(973) 829-8484

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Cedar Knolls have an average Google rating of 4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Cedar Knolls, 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 Cedar Knolls for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Cedar Knolls 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.