
Browse all 12 child daycare & preschools in Cranford, New Jersey. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
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.
205 North Avenue East, Cranford, NJ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 132 children
Trinity Episcopal Day School Inc receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, dedicated staff and small class sizes. Parents highlight the school's flexibility, individualized attention to student needs (including special needs support), and strong academic and social development. The aftercare program is particularly valued for homework assistance and convenient bus pickup from local schools.
61 Myrtle Street, Cranford, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
Come Play and Learn Early Learning Center in Cranford receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with six 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, quality curriculum, and child development. However, one parent had a negative enrollment experience citing poor communication and lack of explanation when their spot was cancelled.
1 Commerce Dr, Cranford, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children
Discovery Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the experienced and caring staff, safe environment, and strong curriculum. Parents highlight the facility's engaging activities, outdoor space, and gymnasium, noting that children are well-adjusted and reluctant to leave. One parent gave a 1-star rating with minimal detail.
108 Eastman Street, Cranford, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 119 children
Calvary Nursery School has overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the caring teachers, structured learning environment, and strong community feel. However, recent reviews cite serious concerns about the former director's rigid, inflexible management style and reported discriminatory practices, though a new interim director has since taken over.
Highest rated daycares in Cranford based on parent reviews
61 Myrtle Street, Cranford, NJ
Come Play and Learn Early Learning Center in Cranford receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with six 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, quality curriculum, and child development. However, one parent had a negative enrollment experience citing poor communication and lack of explanation when their spot was cancelled.
25 South Avenue West, Cranford, NJ
11 Springfield Ave, Cranford, NJ
1 Commerce Dr, Cranford, NJ
Discovery Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the experienced and caring staff, safe environment, and strong curriculum. Parents highlight the facility's engaging activities, outdoor space, and gymnasium, noting that children are well-adjusted and reluctant to leave. One parent gave a 1-star rating with minimal detail.
901 Orange Ave, Cranford, NJ
11 Springfield Ave, Cranford, NJ
There are 12 child daycare & preschools in Cranford, New Jersey, making up 80% of the 15 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.
When choosing a daycare in Cranford, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Come Play and Learn Early Learning Center in Cranford receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with six 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, quality curriculum, and child development. However, one parent had a negative enrollment experience citing poor communication and lack of explanation when their spot was cancelled.
Discovery Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the experienced and caring staff, safe environment, and strong curriculum. Parents highlight the facility's engaging activities, outdoor space, and gymnasium, noting that children are well-adjusted and reluctant to leave. One parent gave a 1-star rating with minimal detail.
Calvary Nursery School has overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the caring teachers, structured learning environment, and strong community feel. However, recent reviews cite serious concerns about the former director's rigid, inflexible management style and reported discriminatory practices, though a new interim director has since taken over.
Lightbridge Academy-Cranford receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, skilled staff, child development outcomes, and operational features like flexible hours and classroom cameras.
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