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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Hillsdale, NJ

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Hillsdale. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Hillsdale, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
22
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Hillsdale has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 22 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hillsdale

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.

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    Loving Touch Nursery School INC.
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    365 Broadway, Hillsdale, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 121 children

    Parents consistently praise Loving Touch Nursery School as a warm, family-oriented environment where children feel loved and safe. Staff members, including owners Michelle and Brian and director Erika, are described as caring, accessible, and deeply invested in each child's development. Multiple families report their children were well-prepared academically for kindergarten and maintain strong bonds with teachers after graduation.

    caring and loving staffclean and bright facilityflexible scheduling and willingness to accommodate extra daysstrong academic preparation for kindergarten

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Hillsdale

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 Hillsdale, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.5avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Hillsdale (75–121 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Hillsdale based on parent reviews

Loving Touch Nursery School INC.

4.8(20)

365 Broadway, Hillsdale, NJ

Parents consistently praise Loving Touch Nursery School as a warm, family-oriented environment where children feel loved and safe. Staff members, including owners Michelle and Brian and director Erika, are described as caring, accessible, and deeply invested in each child's development. Multiple families report their children were well-prepared academically for kindergarten and maintain strong bonds with teachers after graduation.

caring and loving staffclean and bright facilityflexible scheduling and willingness to accommodate extra days

Hillsdale United Nursery School

4.2(2)

349 Hillsdale Ave, Hillsdale, NJ

One parent describes the program as a wonderful first introduction to a structured environment that successfully prepared their children for kindergarten. Another reviewer notes that their daughter loves the experience.

Structured programstrong kindergarten preparationengaging for children

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Daycare types in Hillsdale

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Hillsdale, New Jersey

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Hillsdale, New Jersey, making up 75% of the 4 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 Hillsdale have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 22 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Hillsdale, 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 Hillsdale

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Loving Touch Nursery School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Loving Touch Nursery School as a warm, family-oriented environment where children feel loved and safe. Staff members, including owners Michelle and Brian and director Erika, are described as caring, accessible, and deeply invested in each child's development. Multiple families report their children were well-prepared academically for kindergarten and maintain strong bonds with teachers after graduation.

caring and loving staffclean and bright facilityflexible scheduling and willingness to accommodate extra days
Address
365 Broadway, Hillsdale, NJ
Phone
(201) 722-8500
Hillsdale United Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

One parent describes the program as a wonderful first introduction to a structured environment that successfully prepared their children for kindergarten. Another reviewer notes that their daughter loves the experience.

Structured programstrong kindergarten preparationengaging for children
Address
349 Hillsdale Ave, Hillsdale, NJ
Phone
(201) 664-4565
A.C.E. Before & After School Program-Ann Blanche Smith Schoo
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1000 Hillsdale Avenue, Hillsdale, NJ
Phone
(862) 345-0477

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Hillsdale, New Jersey, out of 4 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 Hillsdale have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Hillsdale, 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
Hillsdale offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 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 Hillsdale for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hillsdale 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.