Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Fair Lawn, NJ
Compare 16 child daycare & preschools in Fair Lawn. Average rating: 4.71/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Fair Lawn, New Jersey at a glance
- Programs
- 16
- Avg rating
- 4.71/5
- Parent reviews
- 133
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 9
Fair Lawn has 16 licensed child daycare & preschools with 133 parent reviews averaging 4.71/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 75% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07410 zip code, averaging 4.71 stars across 16 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fair Lawn
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.
- 1Gan Iris Nursery School4.69 score5(11)
11-16 Plaza Road, Fair Lawn, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
Gan Iris Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers, who consistently praise the warm, family-like environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight their children's happiness, developmental progress, and the center's cleanliness, diverse curriculum including Jewish education, and homemade meals. The owner and her mother are noted as highly involved and caring.
Warm and caring stafffamily-oriented atmosphereclean and well-maintained facilitymultilingual education (English - 2
40-25 Fair Lawn Ave, Fair Lawn, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 93 children
Parents praise the Helen Troum Nursery School & Kindergarten at Temple Beth Sholom for its wonderful pre-K program with knowledgeable Jewish education. The facility and temple staff receive consistent positive feedback for being welcoming, friendly, and well-run. The center also hosts community events like bingo and tricky trays.
Excellent pre-K schoolknowledgeable Rabbi and Chazanfriendly and nice staffwelcoming atmosphere - 3B 4 School Learning Center4.56 score4.7(20)
1-36 30th St, Fair Lawn, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children
B 4 SCHOOL LEARNING CENTER receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing environment and director Ms. Lupe's leadership. Parents report their children are happy, excited to attend daily, and well-prepared for kindergarten, with staff that treats students like family.
Loving and attentive staffhappy and excited childrensafe enclosed playgroundstrong kindergarten preparation - 4Bright Start Educational Center INC4.55 score4.8(11)
4-24 Saddle River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children
Bright Start Educational Center receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is noted for its clean, modern environment, caring and qualified staff, and strong educational programs with bilingual (Russian-English) instruction. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with significant language development and enthusiasm for attending.
Moderncleanbright facilitycaring and attentive staff - 5Kol Chaverim Preschool4.49 score4.8(8)
8 - 12 Saddle River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children
Kol Chaverim Preschool in Fair Lawn receives exclusively positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, excellent communication, structured yet warm learning environment, and their children's readiness for kindergarten. Families report high satisfaction across all age groups from infants through pre-K.
Caring and loving teachersexcellent communication from staffattentive individualized carewell-organized and structured environment - 6Van Riper Ellis Christian School4.47 score4.7(10)
7-01 River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children
Van Riper Ellis Christian School receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising warm, attentive staff, quality curriculum, and strong kindergarten preparation. However, one parent reported their 3-year-old was dismissed from the program after three weeks due to potty training and behavioral concerns, alleging discriminatory treatment.
Caring and attentive teachersstudent-centered curriculumstrong kindergarten readinesswarm community atmosphere - 7Intellichild Academy Of Fair Lawn4.35 score4.6(7)
12 - 29 River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children
Intellichild Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the caring staff, educational activities, and immersive Russian language program. Parents highlight the school's thoughtful approach to child acclimation and quality meals. One negative review reports a dismissive experience during an initial visit, citing unwelcoming treatment toward non-Russian-speaking families.
caring and wonderful staffsupportive acclimation processRussian language immersioneducational activities - 8Tender Years Infant Care LLC4.24 score4.3(19)
2-61 Saddle River Rd, Fair Lawn, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
Tender Years Infant Care is a highly-regarded center with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring, nurturing staff, strong curriculum, and thorough communication. Children leave well-prepared for kindergarten and many families maintain connections through alumni events.
Caring and loving staffstrong academic preparation for kindergartenexcellent parent communicationnurturing environment - 9Tender Years Preschool LLC4.24 score4.3(19)
2-65 Saddle River Rd, Fair Lawn, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children
Tender Years Preschool is consistently praised by parents as an exceptional, family-oriented facility with highly caring staff and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. The center has maintained a reputation for excellence over 40+ years, with many families enrolling multiple children and staying connected through alumni events. Parents emphasize the warm, nurturing environment and strong communication from leadership.
Caring and loving teachersexcellent cu
Rating Distribution
Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Fair Lawn
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Fair Lawn zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07410 | 16 | 4.71 | 9 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Fair Lawn (27–140 children)
Small
up to 30 children
1
Medium
31–75 children
11
Large
76–150 children
4
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Fair Lawn based on parent reviews
Gan Iris Nursery School
11-16 Plaza Road, Fair Lawn, NJ
Gan Iris Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers, who consistently praise the warm, family-like environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight their children's happiness, developmental progress, and the center's cleanliness, diverse curriculum including Jewish education, and homemade meals. The owner and her mother are noted as highly involved and caring.
The Helen Troum Nur Sch & Kindergarten At Temple Beth Sholom
40-25 Fair Lawn Ave, Fair Lawn, NJ
Parents praise the Helen Troum Nursery School & Kindergarten at Temple Beth Sholom for its wonderful pre-K program with knowledgeable Jewish education. The facility and temple staff receive consistent positive feedback for being welcoming, friendly, and well-run. The center also hosts community events like bingo and tricky trays.
B 4 School Learning Center
1-36 30th St, Fair Lawn, NJ
B 4 SCHOOL LEARNING CENTER receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing environment and director Ms. Lupe's leadership. Parents report their children are happy, excited to attend daily, and well-prepared for kindergarten, with staff that treats students like family.
Bright Start Educational Center INC
4-24 Saddle River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ
Bright Start Educational Center receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is noted for its clean, modern environment, caring and qualified staff, and strong educational programs with bilingual (Russian-English) instruction. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with significant language development and enthusiasm for attending.
Kol Chaverim Preschool
8 - 12 Saddle River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ
Kol Chaverim Preschool in Fair Lawn receives exclusively positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, excellent communication, structured yet warm learning environment, and their children's readiness for kindergarten. Families report high satisfaction across all age groups from infants through pre-K.
Van Riper Ellis Christian School
7-01 River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ
Van Riper Ellis Christian School receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising warm, attentive staff, quality curriculum, and strong kindergarten preparation. However, one parent reported their 3-year-old was dismissed from the program after three weeks due to potty training and behavioral concerns, alleging discriminatory treatment.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Fair Lawn, New Jersey
There are 16 child daycare & preschools in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. 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 Fair Lawn have an average rating of 4.71 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.71 stars. Our analysis covers 133 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Fair Lawn, 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 Fair Lawn
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- Address
- 1-22 Hartley Pl, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 797-1585
Parents praise the Helen Troum Nursery School & Kindergarten at Temple Beth Sholom for its wonderful pre-K program with knowledgeable Jewish education. The facility and temple staff receive consistent positive feedback for being welcoming, friendly, and well-run. The center also hosts community events like bingo and tricky trays.
- Address
- 40-25 Fair Lawn Ave, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 797-2865
Gan Iris Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers, who consistently praise the warm, family-like environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight their children's happiness, developmental progress, and the center's cleanliness, diverse curriculum including Jewish education, and homemade meals. The owner and her mother are noted as highly involved and caring.
- Address
- 11-16 Plaza Road, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 475-8880
One parent highlights Magic Garden Learning Center as a trusted and caring environment, noting their daughter's positive experience and the staff's dedication. The reviewer considers it a strong backup option for preschool admission and recommends the program for its supportive before and after-care services.
- Address
- 11 - 05 Saddle River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 797-1800
Bright Start Educational Center receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is noted for its clean, modern environment, caring and qualified staff, and strong educational programs with bilingual (Russian-English) instruction. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with significant language development and enthusiasm for attending.
- Address
- 4-24 Saddle River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 703-1730
Kol Chaverim Preschool in Fair Lawn receives exclusively positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, excellent communication, structured yet warm learning environment, and their children's readiness for kindergarten. Families report high satisfaction across all age groups from infants through pre-K.
- Address
- 8 - 12 Saddle River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 509-8433
B 4 SCHOOL LEARNING CENTER receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing environment and director Ms. Lupe's leadership. Parents report their children are happy, excited to attend daily, and well-prepared for kindergarten, with staff that treats students like family.
- Address
- 1-36 30th St, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 797-6363
Van Riper Ellis Christian School receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising warm, attentive staff, quality curriculum, and strong kindergarten preparation. However, one parent reported their 3-year-old was dismissed from the program after three weeks due to potty training and behavioral concerns, alleging discriminatory treatment.
- Address
- 7-01 River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 791-7853
Intellichild Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the caring staff, educational activities, and immersive Russian language program. Parents highlight the school's thoughtful approach to child acclimation and quality meals. One negative review reports a dismissive experience during an initial visit, citing unwelcoming treatment toward non-Russian-speaking families.
- Address
- 12 - 29 River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 796-1419
One parent highlights the friendly and accessible management team, noting a strong family-oriented atmosphere. Another reviewer appreciates the frequent theater shows and welcoming staff, while a third mentions a positive experience with scout activities.
- Address
- 29-20 Fair Lawn Ave, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 796-1300
Tender Years Infant Care is a highly-regarded center with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring, nurturing staff, strong curriculum, and thorough communication. Children leave well-prepared for kindergarten and many families maintain connections through alumni events.
- Address
- 2-61 Saddle River Rd, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 796-8686
Tender Years Preschool is consistently praised by parents as an exceptional, family-oriented facility with highly caring staff and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. The center has maintained a reputation for excellence over 40+ years, with many families enrolling multiple children and staying connected through alumni events. Parents emphasize the warm, nurturing environment and strong communication from leadership.
- Address
- 2-65 Saddle River Rd, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 796-8686
- Address
- 19-10 Morlot Ave, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 791-6744
Parents consistently praise Lightbridge Academy Fair Lawn for exceptional staff care, clean facilities, and engaging curriculum. Children reportedly adjust quickly, feel loved, and develop new skills through play-based learning. Parents appreciate transparent communication, video camera access, and reliable operations.
- Address
- 22 - 50 Maple Avenue, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 778-8770
- Address
- 10-10 Norma Avenue, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 462-4409
- Address
- 9-10 Saddle River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 794-9400
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