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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Fairfield, NJ

Compare 7 child daycare & preschools in Fairfield. Average rating: 4.62/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Fairfield, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
4.62/5
Parent reviews
75
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Fairfield has 7 licensed child daycare & preschools with 75 parent reviews averaging 4.62/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07004 zip code, averaging 4.62 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fairfield

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
    Tiny Treasures Extended School Day At Stevenson School
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    15 Knoll Road, Fairfield, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    Tiny Treasures receives universal praise from parents who describe it as a compassionate, nurturing facility with caring and attentive staff. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and reluctant to leave. The center is noted for its flexibility, clean facilities, and strong curriculum across infant through pre-K programs.

    caring and attentive staffchildren love attendingstrong curriculumclean facilities
  2. 2
    Milestones Children'S Academy
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    264 Passaic Avenue, Fairfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Parents consistently praise Milestones Academy for its caring, attentive staff who genuinely invest in children's development. Multiple reviewers highlight the warm community atmosphere, quality curriculum, strong communication through daily photos/updates, and effective programs like potty training. All reviews are 5-star ratings with parents expressing high satisfaction and reluctance to leave when children move on.

    Warm and caring staffstrong sense of communitydirector Amanda highly praisedteachers know all children by name

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Fairfield

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.58avg rating
7 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.8avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Fairfield zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
070048
4.62
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Fairfield (18–155 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Fairfield based on parent reviews

Busy Bee Academy INC.

5(3)

390 Fairfield Rd, Fairfield, NJ

Parents highlight the caring and loving staff, noting that children are happy and well-cared for in both infant and preschool settings. Reviewers emphasize the personalized attention, academic readiness for kindergarten, and the welcoming atmosphere of this family-owned center. No specific complaints were raised in the limited feedback available.

caring and loving staffpersonalized attentionfollows special instructions

Early Learning Center

4.9(3)

56 Pier La, Fairfield, NJ

Parents describe the Early Learning Center as a highly accommodating environment that successfully helps shy children become more outgoing. Reviewers highlight the center's effective communication methods, including daily logs and frequent updates, which help ease the transition for new students.

frequent communication with parentsdaily logs detailing nap and feeding schedulesaccommodating staff

Milestones Children'S Academy

4.4(20)

264 Passaic Avenue, Fairfield, NJ

Parents consistently praise Milestones Academy for its caring, attentive staff who genuinely invest in children's development. Multiple reviewers highlight the warm community atmosphere, quality curriculum, strong communication through daily photos/updates, and effective programs like potty training. All reviews are 5-star ratings with parents expressing high satisfaction and reluctance to leave when children move on.

Warm and caring staffstrong sense of communitydirector Amanda highly praised

123 Kinderstar Day School INC.

4(3)

123 Fairfield Rd, Fairfield, NJ

Parents highlight the school's stable teaching staff and highly attentive, loving care for infants, noting that children often show advanced academic and language progress. However, one parent reports a significant billing dispute involving duplicate charges and unresponsive administration that resulted in a legal loss without financial restitution.

low teacher turnoverattentive and caring infant careadvanced academic and language development

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Daycare types in Fairfield

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Fairfield, New Jersey

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Fairfield, 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 Fairfield have an average rating of 4.62 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 75 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Fairfield, 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 Fairfield

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Busy Bee Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the caring and loving staff, noting that children are happy and well-cared for in both infant and preschool settings. Reviewers emphasize the personalized attention, academic readiness for kindergarten, and the welcoming atmosphere of this family-owned center. No specific complaints were raised in the limited feedback available.

caring and loving staffpersonalized attentionfollows special instructions
Address
390 Fairfield Rd, Fairfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 882-8687
Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents describe the Early Learning Center as a highly accommodating environment that successfully helps shy children become more outgoing. Reviewers highlight the center's effective communication methods, including daily logs and frequent updates, which help ease the transition for new students.

frequent communication with parentsdaily logs detailing nap and feeding schedulesaccommodating staff
Address
56 Pier La, Fairfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 227-4161
Milestones Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Milestones Academy for its caring, attentive staff who genuinely invest in children's development. Multiple reviewers highlight the warm community atmosphere, quality curriculum, strong communication through daily photos/updates, and effective programs like potty training. All reviews are 5-star ratings with parents expressing high satisfaction and reluctance to leave when children move on.

Warm and caring staffstrong sense of communitydirector Amanda highly praised
Address
264 Passaic Avenue, Fairfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 227-9933
123 Kinderstar Day School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents highlight the school's stable teaching staff and highly attentive, loving care for infants, noting that children often show advanced academic and language progress. However, one parent reports a significant billing dispute involving duplicate charges and unresponsive administration that resulted in a legal loss without financial restitution.

low teacher turnoverattentive and caring infant careadvanced academic and language development
Address
123 Fairfield Rd, Fairfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 575-0388
Tiny Treasurers Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools

Tiny Treasures Preschool in Fairfield, NJ receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with five 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, structured curriculum, and welcoming environment. However, one 1-star review describes a significantly negative experience, alleging unprofessional staff conduct and emotional harm to a child during summer camp.

qualified and friendly staffstructured curriculumdaily artwork sent home
Address
22 Madison Road, Fairfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 227-3133
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Fairfield receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing learning environment. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, academic growth, and sense of community, with many noting improvements after transferring from other facilities. The owner's personal involvement and regular communication with families are frequently cited as standout qualities.

Warm and caring staffsafe and clean environmentengaging educational activities
Address
76 Little Falls Road, Fairfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 227-5577
The Learning Safari
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
24 Little Falls Rd, Fairfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 808-0036

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Fairfield, 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 Fairfield have an average Google rating of 4.62 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Fairfield, 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
Fairfield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 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 Fairfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fairfield 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.