How many child daycare & preschools daycares are in Chatham, New Jersey?

There are 12 child daycare & preschools daycares in Chatham, New Jersey, out of 16 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in Chatham?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Chatham have an average Google rating of 4.81 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Chatham?

When choosing a daycare in Chatham, 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

What types of daycare are available in Chatham?

Chatham offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 4 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

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 Chatham for current pricing.

Are daycares in Chatham licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Chatham 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.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Chatham, NJ — Compare 12+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Chatham

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
Stanley Preschool
4.64 score
5(9)
240 Southern Blvd, Chatham, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children
Stanley Preschool in Chatham, NJ receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment and exceptional teaching staff. Parents report their children experienced significant academic and social growth, increased confidence, and developed a genuine love of learning. The school emphasizes learning through play, welcomes parental involvement, and treats each child as a unique individual.
Warm and nurturing environmentexceptional and loving teachersemphasis on learning through playstrong social and academic development
2
The Gingham Giraffe Preschool
4.48 score
4.7(11)
234 Southern Blvd, Chatham, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 153 children
The Gingham Giraffe Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the school's nurturing environment, experienced staff, strong curriculum, and involved leadership that help children thrive academically and emotionally across all age groups from 2s through Kindergarten.
Experienced teachers with 20-30+ years in early childhood educationwarm and caring staffstrong academics and STEAM curriculumeffective communication with parents
3
Chatham Kindergarten Wrap-Around The Work Family Connection At Ogden Memorial Church
4.48 score
4.6(20)
Main & Elmwood Ave, Chatham, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children
Parents consistently praise Chatham Kindergarten Wrap-Around/Work Family Connection for its caring, professional staff and engaging activities. Children enjoy attending the before and after-school programs, complete homework with support, and parents report feeling at ease knowing their children are safe and well-supervised. The program is recommended highly across all reviews.
Caring and friendly staffengaging activities and craftshomework assistance providedoutdoor play

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Chatham

4.5 - 5.0

7

4.0 - 4.4

0

3.0 - 3.9

0

Below 3

0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.83avg rating

12 daycares · 6 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.7avg rating

4 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Chatham zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
07928	16	4.81	7

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Chatham (25–153 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Chatham based on parent reviews

Stanley Preschool

5(9)

240 Southern Blvd, Chatham, NJ

Stanley Preschool in Chatham, NJ receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment and exceptional teaching staff. Parents report their children experienced significant academic and social growth, increased confidence, and developed a genuine love of learning. The school emphasizes learning through play, welcomes parental involvement, and treats each child as a unique individual.

Warm and nurturing environmentexceptional and loving teachersemphasis on learning through play

The Gingham Giraffe Preschool

4.7(11)

234 Southern Blvd, Chatham, NJ

The Gingham Giraffe Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the school's nurturing environment, experienced staff, strong curriculum, and involved leadership that help children thrive academically and emotionally across all age groups from 2s through Kindergarten.

Experienced teachers with 20-30+ years in early childhood educationwarm and caring staffstrong academics and STEAM curriculum

Chatham Kindergarten Wrap-Around The Work Family Connection At Ogden Memorial Church

4.6(20)

Main & Elmwood Ave, Chatham, NJ

Parents consistently praise Chatham Kindergarten Wrap-Around/Work Family Connection for its caring, professional staff and engaging activities. Children enjoy attending the before and after-school programs, complete homework with support, and parents report feeling at ease knowing their children are safe and well-supervised. The program is recommended highly across all reviews.

Caring and friendly staffengaging activities and craftshomework assistance provided

Little Friends Of Chatham

5(2)

322 Main Street, Chatham, NJ

Reviewers describe the center as amazing and perfect, highlighting the high level of respect shown toward the teaching staff. The few comments so far characterize the school and its personnel as great.

Amazing qualityperfect overall experiencerespectful teachers

Sprout House

4.7(3)

200 Main Street, Chatham, NJ

Parents highlight the center's exceptional support for children with special needs, noting low teacher turnover and a creative, play-based curriculum. Reviewers appreciate the nonprofit structure, strong focus on nature and critical thinking, and the dedicated care provided by specific staff members. No specific negatives were mentioned in the feedback.

support for special needswonderful stafflow teacher turnover

Chatham Methodist Preschool

5

460 Main Street, Chatham, NJ

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Chatham, New Jersey

There are 12 child daycare & preschools in Chatham, New Jersey, making up 75% of the 16 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 Chatham have an average rating of 4.81 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.83 stars. Our analysis covers 59 parent reviews.

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

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Chatham, NJ

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