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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Dunellen, NJ

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Dunellen. Average rating: 4.78/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Dunellen, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.78/5
Parent reviews
32
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Dunellen has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 32 parent reviews averaging 4.78/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 08812 zip code, averaging 4.78 stars across 5 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dunellen

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
    Just Us Children
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    419 North Avenue, Dunellen, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Just Us Children receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, professional staff and clean, safe environment. Parents highlight the smooth transition experience for young children, strong communication from staff, and genuine investment in each child's development and well-being.

    caring and dedicated staffclean and well-organized facilitysmooth separation/transition for childrenexperienced infant staff
  2. 2
    Precious Moments Academy INC.
    4.31 score
    4.5(8)

    358 North Avenue, Dunellen, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

    Precious Moments Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight excellent communication, flexible scheduling, affordability, and strong developmental support for children from infancy through preschool age. The owner-operated facility is noted for treating children with genuine care and creating a welcoming community atmosphere.

    Caring and attentive staffstrong communication with parentsflexible scheduling with minimal closuresaffordable pricing

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Dunellen

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.78avg rating
4 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Dunellen zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
088125
4.78
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Dunellen (24–180 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dunellen based on parent reviews

Just Us Children

4.6(20)

419 North Avenue, Dunellen, NJ

Just Us Children receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, professional staff and clean, safe environment. Parents highlight the smooth transition experience for young children, strong communication from staff, and genuine investment in each child's development and well-being.

caring and dedicated staffclean and well-organized facilitysmooth separation/transition for children

Precious Gifts Day Care Center LLC

5(4)

400 New Market Rd, Dunellen, NJ

Parents highlight the nurturing, family-oriented atmosphere where staff treat children like their own, with one reviewer noting their son's positive experience since five months old. Another family praised the director's genuine kindness and the staff's engagement, though they had to move away, while others simply describe the environment as loving and safe.

family-oriented environmentattentive and caring staffexcellent communication with parents

Precious Moments Academy INC.

4.5(8)

358 North Avenue, Dunellen, NJ

Precious Moments Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight excellent communication, flexible scheduling, affordability, and strong developmental support for children from infancy through preschool age. The owner-operated facility is noted for treating children with genuine care and creating a welcoming community atmosphere.

Caring and attentive staffstrong communication with parentsflexible scheduling with minimal closures

Footprints Christian Preschool

5

264 New Market Rd, Dunellen, NJ

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Daycare types in Dunellen

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Dunellen, New Jersey

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Dunellen, New Jersey, making up 80% of the 5 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 Dunellen have an average rating of 4.78 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.78 stars. Our analysis covers 32 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Dunellen, 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 Dunellen

Showing 4 results

Footprints Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
264 New Market Rd, Dunellen, NJ
Phone
(732) 968-2211
Precious Gifts Day Care Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the nurturing, family-oriented atmosphere where staff treat children like their own, with one reviewer noting their son's positive experience since five months old. Another family praised the director's genuine kindness and the staff's engagement, though they had to move away, while others simply describe the environment as loving and safe.

family-oriented environmentattentive and caring staffexcellent communication with parents
Address
400 New Market Rd, Dunellen, NJ
Phone
(732) 424-8110
Just Us Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Just Us Children receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, professional staff and clean, safe environment. Parents highlight the smooth transition experience for young children, strong communication from staff, and genuine investment in each child's development and well-being.

caring and dedicated staffclean and well-organized facilitysmooth separation/transition for children
Address
419 North Avenue, Dunellen, NJ
Phone
(732) 926-8300
Precious Moments Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Precious Moments Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight excellent communication, flexible scheduling, affordability, and strong developmental support for children from infancy through preschool age. The owner-operated facility is noted for treating children with genuine care and creating a welcoming community atmosphere.

Caring and attentive staffstrong communication with parentsflexible scheduling with minimal closures
Address
358 North Avenue, Dunellen, NJ
Phone
(732) 424-0770

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Dunellen, New Jersey, out of 5 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 Dunellen have an average Google rating of 4.78 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Dunellen, 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
Dunellen offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 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 Dunellen for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dunellen 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.