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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Denville, NJ

Compare 8 child daycare & preschools in Denville. Average rating: 4.2/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Denville, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
8
Avg rating
4.2/5
Parent reviews
108
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Denville has 8 licensed child daycare & preschools with 108 parent reviews averaging 4.2/5.The largest concentration is in 07834 with 13 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Denville

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
    The Learning Experience
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    3121 Route 10 East, Denville, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 162 children

    The Learning Experience Denville receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, nurturing environment, strong communication, and engaging curriculum. The center appears to have successfully improved its management and operations, creating a positive experience for children during their transition to daycare.

    Caring and professional staffnurturing environmentstrong parent-teacher communicationengaging age-appropriate curriculum
  2. 2
    Little Learner Academy - Denville
    4 score
    4(20)

    89 Route 46 East, Denville, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 143 children

    Little Learner Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across multiple years. Parents praise the caring, stable staff, strong communication, and developmentally appropriate curriculum that prepares children well for kindergarten. The center is noted for treating families like their own and handling special needs with professionalism and compassion.

    Responsive and helpful front desk stafflow staff turnoverexcellent communication with daily photos/updatescaring and patient teachers
  3. 3
    Lakeland Hills Ymca At Lakeview School
    3.44 score
    3.3(20)

    44 Cooper Rd, Denville, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 75 children

    This YMCA facility receives consistently high ratings for its comprehensive amenities and friendly staff. Parents and members praise the clean, updated facilities including a large pool, modern gym equipment, and various programs for children and adults. The location in a beautiful wooded area is noted as a major advantage.

    Clean and updated facilitiesfriendly and professional stafflarge swimming poolmodern gym equipment

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Denville

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.42avg rating
8 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

3.3avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Denville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0783413
4.2
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Denville (30–162 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Denville based on parent reviews

The Learning Experience

4.7(20)

3121 Route 10 East, Denville, NJ

The Learning Experience Denville receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, nurturing environment, strong communication, and engaging curriculum. The center appears to have successfully improved its management and operations, creating a positive experience for children during their transition to daycare.

Caring and professional staffnurturing environmentstrong parent-teacher communication

Rhyme And Reason

5(4)

8 Myers Ave, Denville, NJ

Parents highlight the warm, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff at Rhyme and Reason, noting that children feel safe and enjoy learning. Reviewers appreciate the strong educational foundation, with children arriving at kindergarten prepared and confident, as well as the creation of homemade gifts and art projects.

safe and loving environmentdedicated and kind staffstrong academic preparation

Little Learner Academy - Denville

4(20)

89 Route 46 East, Denville, NJ

Little Learner Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across multiple years. Parents praise the caring, stable staff, strong communication, and developmentally appropriate curriculum that prepares children well for kindergarten. The center is noted for treating families like their own and handling special needs with professionalism and compassion.

Responsive and helpful front desk stafflow staff turnoverexcellent communication with daily photos/updates

Early Years Child Care Center

4(4)

52 Cooper Road, Denville, NJ

Parents highlight the staff's professionalism, patience, and attention to individual children, noting that the center provides a well-rounded environment for learning, play, and rest. While several families express deep gratitude for their positive experiences and recommend the center, one reviewer offers a brief negative comment with limited detail.

Well-trained staffpatient and attentive teachersrespectful of children's personalities and feelings

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Daycare types in Denville

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Denville, New Jersey

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Denville, New Jersey, making up 62% of the 13 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 Denville have an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.42 stars. Our analysis covers 108 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Denville, 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 Denville

Showing 8 results

Rhyme And Reason
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the warm, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff at Rhyme and Reason, noting that children feel safe and enjoy learning. Reviewers appreciate the strong educational foundation, with children arriving at kindergarten prepared and confident, as well as the creation of homemade gifts and art projects.

safe and loving environmentdedicated and kind staffstrong academic preparation
Address
8 Myers Ave, Denville, NJ
Phone
(973) 625-4455
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Learning Experience Denville receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, nurturing environment, strong communication, and engaging curriculum. The center appears to have successfully improved its management and operations, creating a positive experience for children during their transition to daycare.

Caring and professional staffnurturing environmentstrong parent-teacher communication
Address
3121 Route 10 East, Denville, NJ
Phone
(973) 442-5760
Early Years Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents highlight the staff's professionalism, patience, and attention to individual children, noting that the center provides a well-rounded environment for learning, play, and rest. While several families express deep gratitude for their positive experiences and recommend the center, one reviewer offers a brief negative comment with limited detail.

Well-trained staffpatient and attentive teachersrespectful of children's personalities and feelings
Address
52 Cooper Road, Denville, NJ
Phone
(973) 586-9003
Little Learner Academy - Denville
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Little Learner Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across multiple years. Parents praise the caring, stable staff, strong communication, and developmentally appropriate curriculum that prepares children well for kindergarten. The center is noted for treating families like their own and handling special needs with professionalism and compassion.

Responsive and helpful front desk stafflow staff turnoverexcellent communication with daily photos/updates
Address
89 Route 46 East, Denville, NJ
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Denville receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, consistent staff and strong educational curriculum. Parents highlight the welcoming family atmosphere, responsive administration, and comprehensive developmental approach that prepares children well for elementary school.

Warm and caring teachersstaff consistencyresponsive administration
Address
3175 Route 10 East, Suite 1, Denville, NJ
Phone
(973) 328-8588
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Denville for its caring, engaged staff and strong communication with families. Children show significant developmental progress across speech, academics, and social-emotional skills. The center is described as clean, safe, and family-oriented with directors Leah and Laura actively involved in daily operations.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong child development and learning outcomesexcellent parent communication via app and email
Address
162 E Main Street, Denville, NJ
Phone
(973) 625-4555
Pg'S Kiddie College
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10 Knoll Dr, Denville, NJ
Phone
(973) 625-9599
Greatstart Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3155 Route 10 East, Suite Ll200, Denville, NJ
Phone
(973) 328-0199

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Denville, New Jersey, out of 13 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 Denville have an average Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Denville, 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
Denville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Denville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Denville 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.