
Compare 125 child daycare & preschools in Jersey City. Average rating: 4.44/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Jersey City has 125 licensed child daycare & preschools with 1,195 parent reviews averaging 4.44/5.56 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 59% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 07306 (avg 4.59 stars), while 07305 has the largest selection (39 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
368 Palisade Ave, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Parents consistently praise Garden of Mustard Seeds as a warm, loving daycare with exceptional, caring staff who foster children's development and create a family-like community. Multiple parents report choosing GOMS over more expensive alternatives after touring other facilities in the area. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in enriching activities, and showing significant developmental progress.
769 Montgomery St, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
Hudson Sprouts Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, nurturing teachers, responsive director Ms. K, and reliable, safe environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-cared for throughout their time at the center.
338 Grove Street, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 23 children
Early Beginnings Day School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. They praise the caring, experienced staff—particularly director Marcia—for providing loving, attentive care in a small, intimate setting where children thrive and enjoy attending daily. Parents consistently report feeling confident leaving their children and appreciate the flexible scheduling, individual attention, and developmental support.
242 Tenth Street, Suite 104, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 29 children
Garden Preschool Cooperative receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional teachers, play-based curriculum, and strong community environment. Parents consistently report that children love attending and benefit from enrichment activities, outdoor time, and mixed-age classrooms. The cooperative model creates meaningful family connections, though requires significant parental involvement.
837 Jersey Ave, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 105 children
Viaquenti Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff and strong developmental focus. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through daily app updates, engaging activities, and a nurturing learning environment that helps children thrive from infancy through toddlerhood.
3000 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children
Academy House IV in Jersey City receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and dedicated staff, safe nurturing environment, and strong developmental support for children of all abilities. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making significant progress.
6 Chapel Ave, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Liberty Montessori/Growing Seeds Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, nurturing environment and attentive staff. Parents highlight strong communication through daily updates and photos, developmental progress, convenient hours, and a sense of community. The school is frequently recommended as an excellent choice for early childhood education in the Jersey City area.
123 Monticello Avenue, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 53 children
Small Discoveries Preschool receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the loving, attentive staff, nurturing environment, strong communication, and comprehensive developmental support from infancy through preschool age.
691 Westside Avenue, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
Three Little Birds is a highly regarded center-based preschool and daycare in Jersey City with perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, skilled staff, individualized attention, well-rounded curriculum, and strong community environment that helps children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.
519 Central Ave, Jersey City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children
Park Prep Academy is highly regarded by parents as an outstanding preschool with a strong educational focus and nurturing environment. Parents consistently praise the knowledgeable, caring staff, excellent teacher-to-student ratios, and structured curriculum that prepares children academically and socially for kindergarten.
Based on 95 daycares with Google ratings in Jersey City
Top qualities mentioned across 1,195 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Jersey City, based on parent reviews
Jersey City zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07306 | 23 | 4.59 | 8 | |
| 07302 | 35 | 4.58 | 11 | |
| 07305 | 39 | 4.5 | 16 | |
| 07307 | 28 | 4.49 | 13 | |
| 07304 | 29 | 4.09 | 7 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Jersey City (15–420 children)
Small
up to 30 children
37
Medium
31–75 children
44
Large
76–150 children
48
Very Large
150+ children
30
Highest rated daycares in Jersey City based on parent reviews
368 Palisade Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Parents consistently praise Garden of Mustard Seeds as a warm, loving daycare with exceptional, caring staff who foster children's development and create a family-like community. Multiple parents report choosing GOMS over more expensive alternatives after touring other facilities in the area. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in enriching activities, and showing significant developmental progress.
769 Montgomery St, Jersey City, NJ
Hudson Sprouts Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, nurturing teachers, responsive director Ms. K, and reliable, safe environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-cared for throughout their time at the center.
338 Grove Street, Jersey City, NJ
Early Beginnings Day School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. They praise the caring, experienced staff—particularly director Marcia—for providing loving, attentive care in a small, intimate setting where children thrive and enjoy attending daily. Parents consistently report feeling confident leaving their children and appreciate the flexible scheduling, individual attention, and developmental support.
242 Tenth Street, Suite 104, Jersey City, NJ
Garden Preschool Cooperative receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional teachers, play-based curriculum, and strong community environment. Parents consistently report that children love attending and benefit from enrichment activities, outdoor time, and mixed-age classrooms. The cooperative model creates meaningful family connections, though requires significant parental involvement.
837 Jersey Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Viaquenti Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff and strong developmental focus. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through daily app updates, engaging activities, and a nurturing learning environment that helps children thrive from infancy through toddlerhood.
3000 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ
Academy House IV in Jersey City receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and dedicated staff, safe nurturing environment, and strong developmental support for children of all abilities. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making significant progress.
Jersey City offers a robust selection of 125 childcare and preschool facilities, providing families with diverse options to fit their schedules and educational preferences. Parents frequently highlight the importance of clean, safe environments and affordable pricing when evaluating these centers. The neighborhood around zip code 07306 stands out as a particularly strong area for quality care, with facilities there averaging a 4.59-star rating.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Jersey City have an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 across 95 rated facilities, with 59% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.75 stars. Our analysis covers 1,195 parent reviews. Parents in Jersey City most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and affordable pricing.
When choosing a daycare in Jersey City, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Early Beginnings Day School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. They praise the caring, experienced staff—particularly director Marcia—for providing loving, attentive care in a small, intimate setting where children thrive and enjoy attending daily. Parents consistently report feeling confident leaving their children and appreciate the flexible scheduling, individual attention, and developmental support.
Parents consistently praise Garden of Mustard Seeds as a warm, loving daycare with exceptional, caring staff who foster children's development and create a family-like community. Multiple parents report choosing GOMS over more expensive alternatives after touring other facilities in the area. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in enriching activities, and showing significant developmental progress.
Parents highlight the staff's dedication, creating a loving and safe atmosphere where children feel confident and treated like their own. Reviewers appreciate the well-rounded curriculum that incorporates rhythm, music, and arts to support mental stimulation and development. The community aspect fosters a sense of respect and connection between families and staff.
One parent highlights the safe, welcoming environment and supportive staff, specifically praising Ms. Jenny for her care. Another reviewer expresses love for the staff's interaction with their grandson, while a third simply notes that the workers are great.
Garden Preschool Cooperative receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional teachers, play-based curriculum, and strong community environment. Parents consistently report that children love attending and benefit from enrichment activities, outdoor time, and mixed-age classrooms. The cooperative model creates meaningful family connections, though requires significant parental involvement.
Parents consistently praise TOTS WORLD CHILD CARE CENTER for its caring and nurturing environment. Staff members, including Mrs. Sherri, Mrs. Jazzi, and Ms. Walker, are highlighted as loving, attentive teachers who support children's emotional development and learning. The center is recommended as the best preschool option in the area.
Parents highlight the friendly and affectionate staff, with specific praise for teachers like Miss Aracelis and Mr Mike. Reviewers describe the programs as excellent and note that their children enjoy the experience.
Park Prep Academy is highly regarded by parents as an outstanding preschool with a strong educational focus and nurturing environment. Parents consistently praise the knowledgeable, caring staff, excellent teacher-to-student ratios, and structured curriculum that prepares children academically and socially for kindergarten.
Precious Moments Childcare Services II in Jersey City receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents who praise the caring, patient staff and safe, loving environment. Parents highlight the director Dora's leadership, children's developmental progress, and the center's incorporation of spiritual teaching and life skills alongside education. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over many years, indicating strong trust and satisfaction.
Little Smiles Infant-Toddler Center in Jersey City receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff who provide enriching activities and maintain strong communication. Children show happiness at drop-off and pick-up, with noticeable developmental and social growth.
One reviewer notes that the listing's phone number is incorrect and appears to be a private number associated with a former PTA member rather than the center itself.
A parent of a two-year-old reports a successful transition period, noting that their child quickly learned Spanish songs and numbers while forming bonds with teachers and friends. Another reviewer highlights the caring nature of the staff and the positive environment, offering a strong recommendation.
Parents highlight the caring and patient staff, specifically mentioning Miss Kim, Mr. Noel, Mrs. Peoples, and Miss May, who create a safe, fun, and educational environment for young children. Reviewers appreciate the individualized attention given to their children, noting significant developmental progress over time.
Hudson Sprouts Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, nurturing teachers, responsive director Ms. K, and reliable, safe environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-cared for throughout their time at the center.
One parent describes the Lincoln Park Preschool Education Center as a lovely place. This limited feedback offers a positive impression of the facility's atmosphere.
Parents consistently praise Busy Place Early Learning Center for its caring and respectful teachers who create a welcoming environment where children are excited to attend. Multiple reviewers report seeing developmental improvements in their children and strongly recommend the facility for pre-K programs.
Viaquenti Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff and strong developmental focus. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through daily app updates, engaging activities, and a nurturing learning environment that helps children thrive from infancy through toddlerhood.
Academy House IV in Jersey City receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and dedicated staff, safe nurturing environment, and strong developmental support for children of all abilities. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making significant progress.
Parents consistently praise this vocational school for its quality education and caring teachers who help students achieve their goals. Reviews highlight the school's ability to provide certifications and practical skills training. The facility offers specialized programs including pharmaceutical classes.
Liberty Montessori/Growing Seeds Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, nurturing environment and attentive staff. Parents highlight strong communication through daily updates and photos, developmental progress, convenient hours, and a sense of community. The school is frequently recommended as an excellent choice for early childhood education in the Jersey City area.
Small Discoveries Preschool receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the loving, attentive staff, nurturing environment, strong communication, and comprehensive developmental support from infancy through preschool age.
Parents consistently praise Busy Place Early Learning Center for its caring and respectful teaching staff. Children show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate developmental improvements. The facility comes highly recommended for pre-K ages 3-4.
Three Little Birds is a highly regarded center-based preschool and daycare in Jersey City with perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, skilled staff, individualized attention, well-rounded curriculum, and strong community environment that helps children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.
Parents highlight the center's affordability, caring staff, and flexible 7am-5pm hours as key benefits for working families. Reviewers note that children enjoy the engaging activities and outdoor excursions, with some noting multi-generational trust in the program. No specific complaints or negatives were reported in the feedback.
Learning Ladders receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, well-designed curriculum, clean facilities, and smooth transitions for children of all ages. Children reportedly thrive developmentally and look forward to attending daily.
Parents consistently praise World of ABC Waldo Preschool for its caring, experienced teachers and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Children reportedly transition from reluctant to eager about attending, with parents appreciating strong communication, structured curriculum balanced with play, and individualized attention to each child's development.
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