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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Clayton, NJ

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Clayton. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Clayton, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
53
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Clayton has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 53 parent reviews averaging 4.6/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Clayton

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
    Trinity Learning Center
    4.72 score
    5(13)

    351 N Delsea Dr, Clayton, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children

    Trinity Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning activities, and well-supported emotionally. The center's Christian values, safety measures, and strong staff-family relationships are frequently highlighted as key strengths.

    Loving and invested staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsChristian-based values and learningflexible scheduling
  2. 2
    Golden Gate Stars
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    300 West Chestnut St, Clayton, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Parents consistently praise Golden Gate Stars for its caring, professional staff who create a safe and clean environment where children thrive. Multiple reviewers highlight strong communication from management, engaging educational activities, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. The facility maintains good staff-to-child ratios and implements structured curriculum with attention to individual needs.

    caring and professional staffclean facilitysafe environmentstrong parent communication
  3. 3
    Golden Gate Child Care Development Center
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    253 Maple St, Clayton, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children

    Golden Gate Child Care Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple locations. Parents highlight caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and children who are happy and engaged in learning activities. The center operates multiple locations and programs including infant care, preschool, summer camp, and before/after school programs.

    Caring and professional staffclean facilitiesstrong parent communicationhappy and excited children

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Clayton

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Clayton (60–95 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Clayton based on parent reviews

Trinity Learning Center

5(13)

351 N Delsea Dr, Clayton, NJ

Trinity Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning activities, and well-supported emotionally. The center's Christian values, safety measures, and strong staff-family relationships are frequently highlighted as key strengths.

Loving and invested staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsChristian-based values and learning

Golden Gate Stars

4.4(20)

300 West Chestnut St, Clayton, NJ

Parents consistently praise Golden Gate Stars for its caring, professional staff who create a safe and clean environment where children thrive. Multiple reviewers highlight strong communication from management, engaging educational activities, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. The facility maintains good staff-to-child ratios and implements structured curriculum with attention to individual needs.

caring and professional staffclean facilitysafe environment

Golden Gate Child Care Development Center

4.4(20)

253 Maple St, Clayton, NJ

Golden Gate Child Care Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple locations. Parents highlight caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and children who are happy and engaged in learning activities. The center operates multiple locations and programs including infant care, preschool, summer camp, and before/after school programs.

Caring and professional staffclean facilitiesstrong parent communication

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Clayton, New Jersey

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Clayton, 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 Clayton have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 53 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Clayton, 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 Clayton

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Trinity Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Trinity Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning activities, and well-supported emotionally. The center's Christian values, safety measures, and strong staff-family relationships are frequently highlighted as key strengths.

Loving and invested staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsChristian-based values and learning
Address
351 N Delsea Dr, Clayton, NJ
Phone
(856) 863-1103
Golden Gate Stars
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Golden Gate Stars for its caring, professional staff who create a safe and clean environment where children thrive. Multiple reviewers highlight strong communication from management, engaging educational activities, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. The facility maintains good staff-to-child ratios and implements structured curriculum with attention to individual needs.

caring and professional staffclean facilitysafe environment
Address
300 West Chestnut St, Clayton, NJ
Phone
(609) 868-4926
Golden Gate Child Care Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Golden Gate Child Care Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple locations. Parents highlight caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and children who are happy and engaged in learning activities. The center operates multiple locations and programs including infant care, preschool, summer camp, and before/after school programs.

Caring and professional staffclean facilitiesstrong parent communication
Address
253 Maple St, Clayton, NJ
Phone
(856) 863-4900

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Clayton, New Jersey. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Clayton have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Clayton, 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 Clayton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Clayton 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.