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6 Child Daycare & Preschools in East Rutherford, New Jersey

Browse all 6 child daycare & preschools in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Rutherford

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
    Montessori Of East Rutherford
    4.64 score
    5(9)

    144 Boiling Springs Ave, East Rutherford, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    Montessori of East Rutherford has a perfect 5/5 rating based on recent parent reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, experienced teachers, Montessori approach, and nurturing environment where children develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning. The school has served families for over 36 years with strong academic curriculum and special programs like dance recitals.

    Caring and patient teachersMontessori approachchild-centered learningstro
  2. 2
    My Little University
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    201 Park Avenue, East Rutherford, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 93 children

    My Little University receives consistently high praise from parents who describe a warm, family-like environment with dedicated and attentive staff. Parents highlight exceptional teacher-child relationships, strong communication, and developmental progress across all age groups from infants through pre-K. The facility is noted for cleanliness, safety, curriculum quality, and owner involvement.

    Caring and attentive stafffamily-like environmentdaily app updates and communicationchild development and academic progress
  3. 3
    The Children'S Studio
    4.2 score
    4.4(5)

    135 Ann Street, East Rutherford, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 135 children

    The Children's Studio receives mostly positive reviews praising its warm environment, caring staff, and child-led learning approach based on Reggio philosophy. However, one parent reported serious safety concerns including inadequate supervision, failure to report and communicate about a child's injury, and incidents of physical harm from other children.

    Warm and welcoming environmentcaring and attentive staffchild-led discovery learningcreative activities (cooking classes
  4. 4
    Mara Family Day Care Center
    4.07 score
    4.1(10)

    390 Murray Hill Parkway, East Rutherford, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    Mara Family Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and attentive staff, safe learning environment, and strong relationships built with children. The majority of reviews highlight the center's cleanliness, organization, and willingness to accommodate individual needs, including special support for children with autism. However, a few negative experiences were reported regarding tour scheduling and general dissatisfact

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in East Rutherford based on parent reviews

Montessori Of East Rutherford

5(9)

144 Boiling Springs Ave, East Rutherford, NJ

Montessori of East Rutherford has a perfect 5/5 rating based on recent parent reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, experienced teachers, Montessori approach, and nurturing environment where children develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning. The school has served families for over 36 years with strong academic curriculum and special programs like dance recitals.

Caring and patient teachersMontessori approachchild-centered learning

My Little University

4.6(20)

201 Park Avenue, East Rutherford, NJ

My Little University receives consistently high praise from parents who describe a warm, family-like environment with dedicated and attentive staff. Parents highlight exceptional teacher-child relationships, strong communication, and developmental progress across all age groups from infants through pre-K. The facility is noted for cleanliness, safety, curriculum quality, and owner involvement.

Caring and attentive stafffamily-like environmentdaily app updates and communication

The Children'S Studio

4.4(5)

135 Ann Street, East Rutherford, NJ

The Children's Studio receives mostly positive reviews praising its warm environment, caring staff, and child-led learning approach based on Reggio philosophy. However, one parent reported serious safety concerns including inadequate supervision, failure to report and communicate about a child's injury, and incidents of physical harm from other children.

Warm and welcoming environmentcaring and attentive staffchild-led discovery learning

Mara Family Day Care Center

4.1(10)

390 Murray Hill Parkway, East Rutherford, NJ

Mara Family Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and attentive staff, safe learning environment, and strong relationships built with children. The majority of reviews highlight the center's cleanliness, organization, and willingness to accommodate individual needs, including special support for children with autism. However, a few negative experiences were reported regarding tour scheduling and general dissatisfact

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Child Daycare & Preschools in East Rutherford, New Jersey

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in East Rutherford, New Jersey, making up 86% of the 7 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 East Rutherford, 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 Rutherford

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Montessori Of East Rutherford
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Montessori of East Rutherford has a perfect 5/5 rating based on recent parent reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, experienced teachers, Montessori approach, and nurturing environment where children develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning. The school has served families for over 36 years with strong academic curriculum and special programs like dance recitals.

Caring and patient teachersMontessori approachchild-centered learning
Address
144 Boiling Springs Ave, East Rutherford, NJ
Phone
(201) 896-0280
My Little University
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

My Little University receives consistently high praise from parents who describe a warm, family-like environment with dedicated and attentive staff. Parents highlight exceptional teacher-child relationships, strong communication, and developmental progress across all age groups from infants through pre-K. The facility is noted for cleanliness, safety, curriculum quality, and owner involvement.

Caring and attentive stafffamily-like environmentdaily app updates and communication
Address
201 Park Avenue, East Rutherford, NJ
Phone
(201) 933-2400
The Children'S Studio
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Children's Studio receives mostly positive reviews praising its warm environment, caring staff, and child-led learning approach based on Reggio philosophy. However, one parent reported serious safety concerns including inadequate supervision, failure to report and communicate about a child's injury, and incidents of physical harm from other children.

Warm and welcoming environmentcaring and attentive staffchild-led discovery learning
Address
135 Ann Street, East Rutherford, NJ
Phone
(201) 935-5269
Mara Family Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Mara Family Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and attentive staff, safe learning environment, and strong relationships built with children. The majority of reviews highlight the center's cleanliness, organization, and willingness to accommodate individual needs, including special support for children with autism. However, a few negative experiences were reported regarding tour scheduling and general dissatisfact

Address
390 Murray Hill Parkway, East Rutherford, NJ
Phone
(201) 955-5300
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience in East Rutherford for exceptional staff care, strong academics, and a nurturing environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the directors' (Maritza and Diana) outstanding leadership, teachers' genuine love for their work, and children's rapid development in social and academic skills. The facility is described as clean, beautiful, and family-oriented with excellent communication.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong ac
Address
201 Hackensack Street, East Rutherford, NJ
Phone
(201) 933-0044
Prime Time Early Learning Center Of East Rutherford
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
20 Hackensack Street, East Rutherford, NJ
Phone
(201) 355-8678

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in East Rutherford, New Jersey, out of 7 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 East Rutherford, 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 Rutherford offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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 East Rutherford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in East Rutherford 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.