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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Farmingdale, NJ

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Farmingdale. Average rating: 4.45/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Farmingdale, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.45/5
Parent reviews
17
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Farmingdale offers 4 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.45/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07727 zip code, averaging 4.45 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Farmingdale

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
    Home Sweet Home Day Care Center INC.
    4.07 score
    4.1(14)

    321 West Farm Road, Farmingdale, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

    Home Sweet Home Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and experienced staff, individualized attention to children's development, and diverse programming including summer camps and before/after-school care. The center is noted for accommodating families with special needs and maintaining a welcoming, family-oriented environment.

    Attentive and caring staffexperienced directors (Maria and Tara)competitive pricingconvenient transportation options

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Farmingdale

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.45avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Farmingdale zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
077275
4.45
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Farmingdale (52–300 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Farmingdale based on parent reviews

Farmingdale First United Meth. Chu. D.C.

4.8(3)

8 Main Street, Farmingdale, NJ

One parent highlights the staff's friendliness and welcoming attitude, while another describes positive church fellowship and music. A third review also notes the friendly nature of the people involved.

friendly staffwelcoming atmospheregood fellowship

Home Sweet Home Day Care Center INC.

4.1(14)

321 West Farm Road, Farmingdale, NJ

Home Sweet Home Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and experienced staff, individualized attention to children's development, and diverse programming including summer camps and before/after-school care. The center is noted for accommodating families with special needs and maintaining a welcoming, family-oriented environment.

Attentive and caring staffexperienced directors (Maria and Tara)competitive pricing

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Daycare types in Farmingdale

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Farmingdale, New Jersey

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Farmingdale, New Jersey, making up 80% of the 5 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 Farmingdale have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.45 stars. Our analysis covers 17 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Farmingdale, 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 Farmingdale

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Farmingdale First United Meth. Chu. D.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

One parent highlights the staff's friendliness and welcoming attitude, while another describes positive church fellowship and music. A third review also notes the friendly nature of the people involved.

friendly staffwelcoming atmospheregood fellowship
Address
8 Main Street, Farmingdale, NJ
Phone
(732) 938-5657
Home Sweet Home Day Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Home Sweet Home Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and experienced staff, individualized attention to children's development, and diverse programming including summer camps and before/after-school care. The center is noted for accommodating families with special needs and maintaining a welcoming, family-oriented environment.

Attentive and caring staffexperienced directors (Maria and Tara)competitive pricing
Address
321 West Farm Road, Farmingdale, NJ
Phone
(732) 683-1300
Little Lighthouse Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
462 Squankum Yellowbrook Road, P.O. Box 876, Farmingdale, NJ
Phone
(732) 919-3005
Howell Twp. Police Athletic League Griebling School Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
130 Havens Bridge Road, Farmingdale, NJ
Phone
(908) 596-8498

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Farmingdale, New Jersey, out of 5 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 Farmingdale have an average Google rating of 4.45 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Farmingdale, 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
Farmingdale offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 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 Farmingdale for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Farmingdale 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.