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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Clinton, NJ

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Clinton. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Clinton, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
40
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Clinton has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 40 parent reviews averaging 4.6/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Clinton

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.

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    Work Family Connection Before & After School Program At Spruce Run School
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    27 Belvidere Ave, Clinton, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

    Work Family Connection's before and after school program at Spruce Run School in Clinton, NJ receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All reviews rate the program 5/5 stars, with parents praising the caring and professional staff, engaging activities, homework assistance, and safe environment. Parents report their children enjoy attending and feel comfortable in the program's care.

    Caring and professional staffengaging activities and craftshomework help and assistanceoutdoor play

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Clinton

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Before or After School Daycare

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Clinton (60–415 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

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Daycare types in Clinton

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Clinton, New Jersey

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Clinton, New Jersey, making up 67% of the 3 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 Clinton have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 40 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Clinton, 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 Clinton

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The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School Clinton location receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, praising the warm, caring staff, engaging curriculum, and welcoming environment that helps children thrive from infancy through preschool.

Dedicated and loving teachersclean and well-organized facilityrobust curriculum for all age groups including infants
Address
1541 Route 31, Clinton, NJ
Phone
(908) 752-4664
Clinton Township Parks & Recreation School-Age Program At Clinton Twp. Middle School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
34 Grayrock Road, Clinton, NJ
Phone
(908) 735-5999

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Clinton, New Jersey, out of 3 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 Clinton have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Clinton, 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
Clinton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Clinton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Clinton 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.