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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Franklin Lakes, NJ

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Franklin Lakes. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Franklin Lakes, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
71
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Franklin Lakes has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 71 parent reviews averaging 4.6/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07417 zip code, averaging 4.6 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Franklin Lakes

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
    Kindercare Learning Center At Franklin Lakes
    4.69 score
    5(11)

    800 Parsons Pond Drive, Franklin Lakes, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 210 children

    Parents consistently praise KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER AT FRANKLIN LAKES for its caring, knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, and strong academic and social development programs. Families report high satisfaction with the curriculum, age-appropriate activities, communication through the Tadpoles app, and accommodations for dietary needs and special requirements.

    Caring and attentive staffclean and well-organized facilitystrong academic curriculumhealthy meals
  2. 2
    Wyckoff Family Ymca At Woodside School
    3.84 score
    3.8(20)

    305 Woodside Ave, Franklin Lakes, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise the Wyckoff Family YMCA for its friendly, attentive staff, diverse programming including fitness classes, swim lessons, and summer camp, and excellent value for family memberships. The facility is clean and well-organized with good activities for children and adults, though some note outdated equipment and inconvenient pool schedules.

    Warm and welcoming staffexcellent childcare and tot drop-off servicesdiverse classes and programs for

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Franklin Lakes

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Franklin Lakes, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

3.8avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Franklin Lakes zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
074175
4.6
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Franklin Lakes (30–210 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Franklin Lakes based on parent reviews

Kindercare Learning Center At Franklin Lakes

5(11)

800 Parsons Pond Drive, Franklin Lakes, NJ

Parents consistently praise KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER AT FRANKLIN LAKES for its caring, knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, and strong academic and social development programs. Families report high satisfaction with the curriculum, age-appropriate activities, communication through the Tadpoles app, and accommodations for dietary needs and special requirements.

Caring and attentive staffclean and well-organized facilitystrong academic curriculum

Barnert Temple Preschool & Family Center

5

747 Route 208 S, Franklin Lakes, NJ

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Daycare types in Franklin Lakes

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, making up 60% 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 Franklin Lakes have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 71 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Franklin Lakes, 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 Franklin Lakes

Showing 3 results

Barnert Temple Preschool & Family Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
747 Route 208 S, Franklin Lakes, NJ
Phone
(201) 848-1027
Kindercare Learning Center At Franklin Lakes
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER AT FRANKLIN LAKES for its caring, knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, and strong academic and social development programs. Families report high satisfaction with the curriculum, age-appropriate activities, communication through the Tadpoles app, and accommodations for dietary needs and special requirements.

Caring and attentive staffclean and well-organized facilitystrong academic curriculum
Address
800 Parsons Pond Drive, Franklin Lakes, NJ
Phone
(201) 269-1800
The Learning Experiencee
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Learning Experience in Franklin Lakes receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, family-like environment and caring staff. Parents report strong developmental gains in their children across academics, speech, social skills, and emotional growth, with appreciation for engaging activities, good communication, and cleanliness.

Warm and caring stafffamily-like atmosphereengaging age-appropriate activities
Address
861 Franklin Avenue, Franklin Lakes, NJ
Phone
(201) 848-9900

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Franklin Lakes, 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 Franklin Lakes have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Franklin Lakes, 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
Franklin Lakes offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Franklin Lakes for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Franklin Lakes 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.