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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in East Hanover, NJ

Compare 7 child daycare & preschools in East Hanover. Average rating: 4.42/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

East Hanover, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
4.42/5
Parent reviews
49
Top rated (4.5+)
5

East Hanover has 7 licensed child daycare & preschools with 49 parent reviews averaging 4.42/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07936 zip code, averaging 4.42 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Hanover

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
    East Hanover Afterschool Childcare - Central School
    4.48 score
    4.7(11)

    400 Ridgedale Avenue, East Hanover, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 156 children

    Parents consistently praise East Hanover Afterschool Childcare for its caring, experienced staff and family-owned atmosphere. Children reportedly come home happy and well-prepared for school, with staff showing genuine passion for child development and education. The facility maintains low teacher turnover and strong curriculum standards that impress local schools.

    Caring and dedicated stafflow teacher turnoverexperienced teachers with years of tenurefamily-owned feel
  2. 2
    East Hanover Child Care Center
    4.48 score
    4.7(11)

    55 Eagle Rock Ave, #2, East Hanover, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 113 children

    East Hanover Child Care Center receives unanimous praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff and family-owned atmosphere. Parents consistently report happy, well-adjusted children who develop strong academic and social skills. The center is commended for its curriculum, low teacher turnover, and hands-on owner involvement.

    Caring and experienced stafffamily-owned feellow teacher turnoverstructured curriculum balanced with free play
  3. 3
    Over The Rainbow Children'S Center
    4.4 score
    4.8(5)

    1 Barnida Dr, East Hanover, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

    Over the Rainbow Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the caring and attentive staff, safe and loving environment, and strong communication through their website and social media. Parents report feeling comfortable and confident in the center's care for their children.

    Caring and skilled teacherssafe and loving environmentgood at helping shy children adjuststrong staff-parent relationships

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in East Hanover

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in East Hanover, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
7 daycares · 5 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

East Hanover zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
079368
4.42
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in East Hanover (60–233 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in East Hanover based on parent reviews

East Hanover Afterschool Childcare - Central School

4.7(11)

400 Ridgedale Avenue, East Hanover, NJ

Parents consistently praise East Hanover Afterschool Childcare for its caring, experienced staff and family-owned atmosphere. Children reportedly come home happy and well-prepared for school, with staff showing genuine passion for child development and education. The facility maintains low teacher turnover and strong curriculum standards that impress local schools.

Caring and dedicated stafflow teacher turnoverexperienced teachers with years of tenure

East Hanover Child Care Center

4.7(11)

55 Eagle Rock Ave, #2, East Hanover, NJ

East Hanover Child Care Center receives unanimous praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff and family-owned atmosphere. Parents consistently report happy, well-adjusted children who develop strong academic and social skills. The center is commended for its curriculum, low teacher turnover, and hands-on owner involvement.

Caring and experienced stafffamily-owned feellow teacher turnover

Over The Rainbow Children'S Center

4.8(5)

1 Barnida Dr, East Hanover, NJ

Over the Rainbow Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the caring and attentive staff, safe and loving environment, and strong communication through their website and social media. Parents report feeling comfortable and confident in the center's care for their children.

Caring and skilled teacherssafe and loving environmentgood at helping shy children adjust

East Hanover Co-Operative Nursery School

5(2)

469 Ridgedale Ave, East Hanover, NJ

Parents highlight the staff's dedication and individualized attention, noting that children feel cared for like family. Reviewers emphasize the educational value and the development of lifelong friendships in a fun environment.

amazing staffeducational experiencesgreat care

Novartis Early Learning Center

2.3

One Health Plaza, East Hanover, NJ

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Daycare types in East Hanover

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in East Hanover, New Jersey

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in East Hanover, 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 East Hanover have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 49 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in East Hanover, 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 East Hanover

Showing 7 results

East Hanover Co-Operative Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the staff's dedication and individualized attention, noting that children feel cared for like family. Reviewers emphasize the educational value and the development of lifelong friendships in a fun environment.

amazing staffeducational experiencesgreat care
Address
469 Ridgedale Ave, East Hanover, NJ
Phone
(973) 515-0477
Over The Rainbow Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Over the Rainbow Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the caring and attentive staff, safe and loving environment, and strong communication through their website and social media. Parents report feeling comfortable and confident in the center's care for their children.

Caring and skilled teacherssafe and loving environmentgood at helping shy children adjust
Address
1 Barnida Dr, East Hanover, NJ
Phone
(973) 503-9010
East Hanover Afterschool Childcare - Central School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise East Hanover Afterschool Childcare for its caring, experienced staff and family-owned atmosphere. Children reportedly come home happy and well-prepared for school, with staff showing genuine passion for child development and education. The facility maintains low teacher turnover and strong curriculum standards that impress local schools.

Caring and dedicated stafflow teacher turnoverexperienced teachers with years of tenure
Address
400 Ridgedale Avenue, East Hanover, NJ
Phone
(973) 887-0358
East Hanover Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

East Hanover Child Care Center receives unanimous praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff and family-owned atmosphere. Parents consistently report happy, well-adjusted children who develop strong academic and social skills. The center is commended for its curriculum, low teacher turnover, and hands-on owner involvement.

Caring and experienced stafffamily-owned feellow teacher turnover
Address
55 Eagle Rock Ave, #2, East Hanover, NJ
Phone
(973) 581-7100
Novartis Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3
Address
One Health Plaza, East Hanover, NJ
Phone
(857) 383-1454
Cresthill Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Cresthill Academy receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, strong educational curriculum, and child development outcomes. Parents highlight the warm atmosphere, engaging classrooms, and thoughtful communication through daily photos and updates. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and report high satisfaction with the center's programs and director accessibility.

Caring and friendly staffstrong curriculum with academic f
Address
39 Ridgedale Ave, East Hanover, NJ
Phone
(862) 701-5700
East Hanover Afterschool Childcare - Frank J Smith School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
27 Green Drive, East Hanover, NJ
Phone
(973) 877-5650

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in East Hanover, 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 East Hanover have an average Google rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 83% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in East Hanover, 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
East Hanover offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Church 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 East Hanover for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in East Hanover 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.