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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Elmwood Park, NJ

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Elmwood Park. Average rating: 4.1/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Elmwood Park, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.1/5
Parent reviews
80
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Elmwood Park has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 80 parent reviews averaging 4.1/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Elmwood Park

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
    Elmwood Park Recreation Complex Sacc
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    Market Street & Blvd, Elmwood Park, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 175 children

    Elmwood Park Recreation Complex SACC is highly regarded as a community recreation facility with excellent amenities and programming for children and families. Parents praise the friendly staff, well-maintained facilities, and variety of activities including water parks, playgrounds, fitness areas, and seasonal events. The facility offers affordable access and maintains a safe, clean environment.

    helpful and friendly staffinteractive staff membersclean and well-maintained facilitiesmultiple recreational activities for all ages
  2. 2
    Christian Child Care Center
    3.92 score
    3.9(20)

    21 Church Street, Elmwood Park, NJ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 35 children

    Parents consistently praise Kinder Kastle for its clean, secure, and organized environment with caring, professional staff and engaged leadership. Children are reported to be learning, developing skills, and enjoying their time at the facility. The management team is highly responsive to parent concerns and actively involved in daily operations.

    Clean and well-maintained facilityhigh security with cameras in all roomswelcoming and professional staffattentive te

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Elmwood Park

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Elmwood Park, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

3.9avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Elmwood Park (35–197 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Elmwood Park based on parent reviews

Elmwood Park Recreation Complex Sacc

4.3(20)

Market Street & Blvd, Elmwood Park, NJ

Elmwood Park Recreation Complex SACC is highly regarded as a community recreation facility with excellent amenities and programming for children and families. Parents praise the friendly staff, well-maintained facilities, and variety of activities including water parks, playgrounds, fitness areas, and seasonal events. The facility offers affordable access and maintains a safe, clean environment.

helpful and friendly staffinteractive staff membersclean and well-maintained facilities

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Daycare types in Elmwood Park

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Elmwood Park, New Jersey

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Elmwood Park, New Jersey, making up 75% of the 4 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 Elmwood Park have an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.3 stars. Our analysis covers 80 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park

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Elmwood Park Recreation Complex Sacc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Elmwood Park Recreation Complex SACC is highly regarded as a community recreation facility with excellent amenities and programming for children and families. Parents praise the friendly staff, well-maintained facilities, and variety of activities including water parks, playgrounds, fitness areas, and seasonal events. The facility offers affordable access and maintains a safe, clean environment.

helpful and friendly staffinteractive staff membersclean and well-maintained facilities
Address
Market Street & Blvd, Elmwood Park, NJ
Phone
(201) 796-1457
Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise the Goddard School of Elmwood Park for its caring, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Multiple reviews highlight exceptional teachers, particularly Ms. Destiny and Ms. Tia, and children's enthusiasm for attending. Long-term families report positive academic, social, and emotional growth with strong community feel.

Caring and passionate teacherssafe learning environmentchild enthusiasm for school
Address
301 Riverfront Boulevard, Suite 1, Elmwood Park, NJ
Phone
(201) 468-9841
Kinder Kastle
Child Daycare & Preschools

Kinder Kastle receives consistently positive reviews from parents who praise the clean, secure facility and attentive staff. Parents highlight the caring teachers, responsive management team, and welcoming atmosphere that supports both learning and development. Multiple reviewers report their children are happy, safe, and progressing well.

Clean and well-organized facilityhigh security with cameras in classroomswelcoming and friendly staff
Address
437 Mola Boulevard, Elmwood Park, NJ
Phone
(201) 475-6566

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Elmwood Park, New Jersey, out of 4 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 Elmwood Park have an average Google rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Elmwood Park, 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
Elmwood Park offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 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 Elmwood Park for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Elmwood Park 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.