Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Garfield, NJ
Compare 19 child daycare & preschools in Garfield. Average rating: 4.61/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Garfield, New Jersey at a glance
- Programs
- 19
- Avg rating
- 4.61/5
- Parent reviews
- 245
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 8
Garfield has 19 licensed child daycare & preschools with 245 parent reviews averaging 4.61/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 80% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07026 zip code, averaging 4.61 stars across 19 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Garfield
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.
- 1Kidz University II4.56 score4.7(20)
92 Monroe Street, Garfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children
Parents consistently praise Kidz University II for its caring, professional staff and nurturing learning environment. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents highlighting developmental progress and emotional growth. The center's comprehensive services, including meals, transportation, and enrichment activities, are valued by working families.
Kind and invested staffstate-licensed facilitybilingual exposurespeech development support - 2Susana'S Day Care Center INC4.49 score4.7(12)
184 Lincoln Place, Garfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 17 children
Susana's Day Care Center is a highly-regarded facility in Garfield with 15+ years of operation. Parents consistently praise the nurturing environment, dedicated staff (particularly owner Cristal), cleanliness, communication, and child development outcomes. Children reportedly arrive happy daily and show measurable learning progress.
Warm and caring environmentdedicated and loving staffcleanliness and organizationdaily communication and progress reports - 3Garfield Recreation Center - School #74.4 score4.6(10)
233 Lincoln Pl, Garfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children
Parents praise Garfield Recreation Center - School #7 for its friendly staff, caring leadership, and quality facilities. The center receives consistent high ratings for its summer camp and aftercare programs. Reviews highlight efficient operations and a welcoming environment.
friendly and caring staffsummer camp programsaftercare servicesspacious facilities - 4Garfield Recreation Center School #104.4 score4.6(10)
62 Alpine Street School, #10, Garfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 113 children
Garfield Recreation Center School #10 receives consistently positive feedback from parents and visitors. The facility is praised for friendly staff, quality summer camp and aftercare programs, and a welcoming environment. The center's director is noted as caring and the overall space is described as great.
friendly staffquality summer camp programsgood aftercare servicescaring director - 5Recreation & Parks City Of Garfield4.4 score4.6(10)
466 Midland Ave, Garfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 163 children
Parents praise the Recreation & Parks City of Garfield daycare center for its friendly and caring staff, particularly director Chris O'Reilly. The facility is highlighted as a great space for summer camp and aftercare programs, with positive experiences across multiple reviews.
Friendly and caring staffwell-maintained facilitygood summer camp programsquality aftercare services - 6Garfield Recreation Center - School #64.4 score4.6(10)
111 Palisade Ave, Garfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children
Parents praise Garfield Recreation Center - School #6 for its friendly and caring staff, including director Chris O'Reilly. The facility is noted as a great space for summer camp and aftercare programs. All reviews are positive with ratings between 4-5 stars.
Friendly and caring staffgreat facility spacegood for summer campgood for aftercare - 7Margaret P. Muscarelle Child Development Center4.13 score4.2(10)
1 Walnut Street, Garfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children
Margaret P. Muscarelle Child Development Center receives highly polarized reviews. The majority of parents praise the facility's educational curriculum, well-trained staff, and individualized attention to children's needs. However, a small number of parents report serious concerns including neglect, unexplained injuries, and failure to follow care instructions.
Educational curriculum with teaching of life skillswell-trained and caring staffindividualized attention and support for behavioral issuesreliable facility - 8Boys & Girls Club Of Garfield4.08 score4.1(20)
490 Midland Ave, Garfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 279 children
Parents consistently praise Boys & Girls Club of Garfield for excellent staff, well-organized activities, and caring management. Children enjoy after-school programs, summer camps, and sports training, with many parents noting their kids are happy and safe. The facility also hosts community events like sports card shows.
Compassionate and knowledgeable stafffun and well-organized activitiessafe transportation from schoolaffordable summer programs with field trips
Rating Distribution
Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in Garfield
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 245 reviews, analyzed by AI
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Garfield zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07026 | 19 | 4.61 | 8 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Garfield (15–400 children)
Small
up to 30 children
5
Medium
31–75 children
7
Large
76–150 children
3
Very Large
150+ children
4
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Garfield based on parent reviews
Kidz University II
92 Monroe Street, Garfield, NJ
Parents consistently praise Kidz University II for its caring, professional staff and nurturing learning environment. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents highlighting developmental progress and emotional growth. The center's comprehensive services, including meals, transportation, and enrichment activities, are valued by working families.
Susana'S Day Care Center INC
184 Lincoln Place, Garfield, NJ
Susana's Day Care Center is a highly-regarded facility in Garfield with 15+ years of operation. Parents consistently praise the nurturing environment, dedicated staff (particularly owner Cristal), cleanliness, communication, and child development outcomes. Children reportedly arrive happy daily and show measurable learning progress.
Garfield Recreation Center - School #7
233 Lincoln Pl, Garfield, NJ
Parents praise Garfield Recreation Center - School #7 for its friendly staff, caring leadership, and quality facilities. The center receives consistent high ratings for its summer camp and aftercare programs. Reviews highlight efficient operations and a welcoming environment.
Garfield Recreation Center School #10
62 Alpine Street School, #10, Garfield, NJ
Garfield Recreation Center School #10 receives consistently positive feedback from parents and visitors. The facility is praised for friendly staff, quality summer camp and aftercare programs, and a welcoming environment. The center's director is noted as caring and the overall space is described as great.
Recreation & Parks City Of Garfield
466 Midland Ave, Garfield, NJ
Parents praise the Recreation & Parks City of Garfield daycare center for its friendly and caring staff, particularly director Chris O'Reilly. The facility is highlighted as a great space for summer camp and aftercare programs, with positive experiences across multiple reviews.
Garfield Recreation Center - School #6
111 Palisade Ave, Garfield, NJ
Parents praise Garfield Recreation Center - School #6 for its friendly and caring staff, including director Chris O'Reilly. The facility is noted as a great space for summer camp and aftercare programs. All reviews are positive with ratings between 4-5 stars.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Garfield, New Jersey
There are 19 child daycare & preschools in Garfield, 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 Garfield have an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.61 stars. Our analysis covers 245 parent reviews. Parents in Garfield most frequently praise daycares for friendly and caring staff, safe environment, and caring and patient staff.
When choosing a daycare in Garfield, 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 Garfield
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- Address
- 241 Ray Street, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 546-1685
One parent describes the facility as the best daycare ever, while another highlights a quick response time for a service request involving a lock. These limited comments reflect high satisfaction with the care and operational responsiveness.
- Address
- 62 Lanza Avenue, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 615-9740
Susana's Day Care Center is a highly-regarded facility in Garfield with 15+ years of operation. Parents consistently praise the nurturing environment, dedicated staff (particularly owner Cristal), cleanliness, communication, and child development outcomes. Children reportedly arrive happy daily and show measurable learning progress.
- Address
- 184 Lincoln Place, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 546-0600
Parents consistently praise Kidz University II for its caring, professional staff and nurturing learning environment. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents highlighting developmental progress and emotional growth. The center's comprehensive services, including meals, transportation, and enrichment activities, are valued by working families.
- Address
- 92 Monroe Street, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 458-1234
Parents praise Garfield Recreation Center - School #7 for its friendly staff, caring leadership, and quality facilities. The center receives consistent high ratings for its summer camp and aftercare programs. Reviews highlight efficient operations and a welcoming environment.
- Address
- 233 Lincoln Pl, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 546-1700
Garfield Recreation Center School #10 receives consistently positive feedback from parents and visitors. The facility is praised for friendly staff, quality summer camp and aftercare programs, and a welcoming environment. The center's director is noted as caring and the overall space is described as great.
- Address
- 62 Alpine Street School, #10, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 546-1700
Parents praise the Recreation & Parks City of Garfield daycare center for its friendly and caring staff, particularly director Chris O'Reilly. The facility is highlighted as a great space for summer camp and aftercare programs, with positive experiences across multiple reviews.
- Address
- 466 Midland Ave, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 546-1700
Parents praise Garfield Recreation Center - School #6 for its friendly and caring staff, including director Chris O'Reilly. The facility is noted as a great space for summer camp and aftercare programs. All reviews are positive with ratings between 4-5 stars.
- Address
- 111 Palisade Ave, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 546-1700
Margaret P. Muscarelle Child Development Center receives highly polarized reviews. The majority of parents praise the facility's educational curriculum, well-trained staff, and individualized attention to children's needs. However, a small number of parents report serious concerns including neglect, unexplained injuries, and failure to follow care instructions.
- Address
- 1 Walnut Street, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 478-3080
Parents consistently praise Boys & Girls Club of Garfield for excellent staff, well-organized activities, and caring management. Children enjoy after-school programs, summer camps, and sports training, with many parents noting their kids are happy and safe. The facility also hosts community events like sports card shows.
- Address
- 490 Midland Ave, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 478-7662
- Address
- 541 Midland Ave, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (913) 772-0016
Parents consistently praise Garfield YMCA School 6 for its exceptional staff, strong leadership, and caring approach to childcare and activities. Children reportedly come home happy and engaged, with parents appreciating the safe, supportive environment and attentive instructors. The facility offers quality programming including swimming lessons and summer camps with staff who genuinely care about each child's wellbeing and development.
- Address
- 111 Palisades Ave, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 772-7450
- Address
- 464 Outwater Lane, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (913) 772-7450
Parents consistently praise Garfield YMCA Bright Beginnings for its exceptional staff, strong leadership, and caring environment. Children attending swimming lessons, summer camp, and virtual learning programs report feeling happy, safe, and well-supported. The facility is noted for responsive management, excellent instructors, and thoughtful follow-up with families.
- Address
- 33 Outwater La, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 772-7450
Parents consistently praise Garfield YMCA School #5 for its exceptional staff, caring leadership, and well-organized programs including swimming lessons and summer camp. Children reportedly feel safe, happy, and loved while attending, with staff showing genuine care and encouragement. The facility is noted for responsive management and family-friendly services.
- Address
- 207 Outwater La, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 772-7450
Parents consistently praise the Garfield YMCA for excellent staff, strong leadership, and quality programming including swim lessons and summer camp. Children reportedly feel safe, happy, and well-cared-for, with staff members who are patient, encouraging, and genuinely invested in their development. The facility is described as well-organized, family-friendly, and responsive to parent needs.
- Address
- 157 Cedar Street, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 772-7450
Parents consistently praise the Garfield YMCA's staff, leadership, and programs. Reviews highlight the caring and professional approach of instructors and counselors, with particular mention of individualized attention to children. Families report their children feel safe, happy, and eager to return.
- Address
- Madona Pl, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 772-7450
Parents praise Garfield YMCA School 7 for exceptional staff, strong leadership, and excellent care across swimming lessons, summer camp, and daycare programs. Children consistently report feeling happy, safe, and loved by counselors and instructors. The facility is noted for responsive management, organized programming, and a welcoming family-oriented environment.
- Address
- 225 Lincoln Place, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 772-7450
Parents praise Garfield YMCA School 10 for exceptional staff, strong leadership, and caring instructors across swim lessons and summer camp programs. Children report feeling safe, happy, and supported, with parents appreciating the quality of care and organized activities. The facility is noted as family-friendly with responsive administration and helpful front desk staff.
- Address
- 62 Alpine Street, Garfield, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 772-7450
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