How do I choose the right daycare in Dumont?

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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Dumont, New Jersey (7 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Dumont?

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.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in New Jersey?

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.

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.

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

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

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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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.

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.

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.

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.

7 Child Daycare & Preschools in Dumont, New Jersey

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dumont

Top Rated

Together Learning Center/Northern Valley Pre-School

The Learning Place Of Dumont

A Star Is Rising Early Learning Center LLC

Ywca Of Bergen County - Honiss School

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Daycare types in Dumont