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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Dumont, NJ

Compare 7 child daycare & preschools in Dumont. Average rating: 4.86/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Dumont, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
4.86/5
Parent reviews
27
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Dumont has 7 licensed child daycare & preschools with 27 parent reviews averaging 4.86/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07628 zip code, averaging 4.86 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dumont

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
    Together Learning Center/Northern Valley Pre-School
    4.67 score
    5(10)

    219 Washington Ave, Dumont, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 53 children

    Together Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, communicative staff and the positive developmental growth they observe in their children. Parents highlight the recently upgraded facility, spacious outdoor area, and welcoming school-based environment as major strengths. Families describe it as a safe, nurturing space where children are happy and eager to attend.

    Caring and communicative staffchild development and growthclean and organized facilityspacious outdoor area
  2. 2
    Young Day School
    4.55 score
    4.9(8)

    1 Park Ave, Dumont, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

    Parents consistently praise Young Day School for its caring, dedicated staff who treat children like their own. Families highlight the welcoming environment, cleanliness, outdoor supervision, and use of the Brightwheel app for parent communication. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and developing lasting friendships.

    Caring and dedicated staffwelcoming atmosphereclean facilitiesoutdoor supervision
  3. 3
    A Star Is Rising Early Learning Center LLC
    4.22 score
    4.4(6)

    21-31 New Milford Avenue, Dumont, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    A Star Is Rising Early Learning Center in Dumont receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with five 5-star reviews praising the curriculum, teacher dedication, and kindergarten preparation. However, one 1-star review from 2019 describes a serious incident involving alleged physical discipline by a teacher, lack of camera surveillance, and unresolved deposit refund issues that prompted a police report and social services investigation.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Dumont

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.85avg rating
7 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.9avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Dumont zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
076288
4.86
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Dumont (18–60 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dumont based on parent reviews

Together Learning Center/Northern Valley Pre-School

5(10)

219 Washington Ave, Dumont, NJ

Together Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, communicative staff and the positive developmental growth they observe in their children. Parents highlight the recently upgraded facility, spacious outdoor area, and welcoming school-based environment as major strengths. Families describe it as a safe, nurturing space where children are happy and eager to attend.

Caring and communicative staffchild development and growthclean and organized facility

The Learning Place Of Dumont

5(3)

75 W Madison Ave, Dumont, NJ

Parents highlight the staff's ability to create a secure and happy environment that alleviates parental anxiety, with one noting their child's early academic progress. Another reviewer expresses deep gratitude for the care provided to multiple children, stating they would recommend the center to future family members.

Caring staffsecure and happy environmentreduced parental anxiety

A Star Is Rising Early Learning Center LLC

4.4(6)

21-31 New Milford Avenue, Dumont, NJ

A Star Is Rising Early Learning Center in Dumont receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with five 5-star reviews praising the curriculum, teacher dedication, and kindergarten preparation. However, one 1-star review from 2019 describes a serious incident involving alleged physical discipline by a teacher, lack of camera surveillance, and unresolved deposit refund issues that prompted a police report and social services investigation.

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Ywca Of Bergen County - Honiss School

5

25 Depew Street, Dumont, NJ

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Daycare types in Dumont

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Dumont, New Jersey

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Dumont, New Jersey, making up 88% of the 8 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 Dumont have an average rating of 4.86 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 27 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Dumont, 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 Dumont

Showing 7 results

Ywca Of Bergen County - Honiss School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
25 Depew Street, Dumont, NJ
Phone
(201) 384-6357
Together Learning Center/Northern Valley Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Together Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, communicative staff and the positive developmental growth they observe in their children. Parents highlight the recently upgraded facility, spacious outdoor area, and welcoming school-based environment as major strengths. Families describe it as a safe, nurturing space where children are happy and eager to attend.

Caring and communicative staffchild development and growthclean and organized facility
Address
219 Washington Ave, Dumont, NJ
Phone
(201) 384-1220
The Learning Place Of Dumont
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the staff's ability to create a secure and happy environment that alleviates parental anxiety, with one noting their child's early academic progress. Another reviewer expresses deep gratitude for the care provided to multiple children, stating they would recommend the center to future family members.

Caring staffsecure and happy environmentreduced parental anxiety
Address
75 W Madison Ave, Dumont, NJ
Phone
(201) 387-0797
A Star Is Rising Early Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

A Star Is Rising Early Learning Center in Dumont receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with five 5-star reviews praising the curriculum, teacher dedication, and kindergarten preparation. However, one 1-star review from 2019 describes a serious incident involving alleged physical discipline by a teacher, lack of camera surveillance, and unresolved deposit refund issues that prompted a police report and social services investigation.

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Address
21-31 New Milford Avenue, Dumont, NJ
Phone
(201) 771-7022
Ywca Of Bergen County - Grant School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
100 Grant Ave, Dumont, NJ
Phone
(201) 384-6371
Ywca Of Bergen County - Lincoln School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
80 Prospect Ave, Dumont, NJ
Phone
(201) 384-6457
Ywca Of Bergen County - Selzer School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
435 Prospect Ave, Dumont, NJ
Phone
(201) 384-6349

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Dumont, New Jersey, out of 8 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 Dumont have an average Google rating of 4.86 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Dumont, 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
Dumont offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 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 Dumont for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dumont 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.