How do I choose the right daycare in Kearny?

When choosing a daycare in Kearny, 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

What types of daycare are available in Kearny?

Kearny offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 18 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Kearny, New Jersey (18 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in New Jersey?

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 Kearny for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kearny

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.

New Beginnings Early Learning Center

4.8 score

5(20)

126 Midland Ave, Kearny, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Parents consistently praise New Beginnings Early Learning Center for exceptional staff care, educational quality, and positive child development. Children show improvements in speech, social skills, and overall confidence, with parents noting quick adjustment periods and welcoming environments. The center is highly recommended by families across multiple locations.

Caring and attentive staffchild development in speech and social skillswelcoming atmosphereengaging curriculum

Happy Time Day Care Center

4.64 score

4.8(20)

18 Davis Ave, Kearny, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

Happy Time Day Care Center in Kearny, New Jersey receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the facility's cleanliness, organization, and caring leadership under Miss Donna. Parents consistently highlight the daycare's structured environment, educational quality, outdoor activities, and the long-term mentorship relationships staff members maintain with former students and their families.

Clean and well-organized facilitycaring and dedicated staffstrong educational structure and academicsoutdoor activities and fresh air daily

Precious Angels 1 LLC

4.48 score

4.7(11)

545 Kearny Ave, Suite 2, Kearny, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

Precious Angels 1 LLC receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff, strong curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the small class sizes, cleanliness, and daily communication through the facility's app. Children are described as loving attending the center daily.

Caring and attentive staffstrong curriculumsmall class sizes with good teacher-to-student ratioscleanliness

Bright Beginners Academy

4.4 score

4.5(20)

163 - 165 Stuyvesant Ave, Kearny, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children

Bright Beginners Academy receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, family-like environment and attentive staff. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, the teachers' genuine care, excellent communication, and the center's reliability with minimal closings.

Caring and loving stafffamily-like atmosphereexcellent parent communication with daily app updatesminimal school closings

Alphabetland Pre-School

4.13 score

4.2(10)

139 Bergen Ave, Kearny, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

Alphabetland Pre-School in Kearny, New Jersey receives mostly positive reviews praising qualified teachers, clean facilities, and a nurturing environment where children learn and enjoy attending. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about staff safety records and child care practices including alleged mistreatment and inadequate supervision.

Qualified and friendly teachersclean facilityunique curriculumchildren eager to attend

Little Friends

4 score

4(19)

650 Kearny Ave, Kearny, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children

Little Friends is highly praised by parents across all reviews, with consistent 5-star ratings. Parents report a caring, nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally, with staff that communicates effectively and goes above and beyond. The facility offers convenient extended hours, competitive pricing, and strong support for children with special needs.

Caring and attentive staffextended hours (7 AM-6 PM)affordable pricingeffective communication with parents

Child Daycare & Preschools in Kearny, New Jersey

There are 18 child daycare & preschools in Kearny, New Jersey, making up 90% of the 20 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.

When choosing a daycare in Kearny, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 18 child daycare & preschools daycares in Kearny, New Jersey, out of 20 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Kearny, 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

Kearny offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 18 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 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 Kearny for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Kearny 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.

18 Child Daycare & Preschools in Kearny, New Jersey

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kearny

Top Rated

New Beginnings Early Learning Center

Happy Time Day Care Center

Precious Angels 1 LLC

The Good Shepherd Of The Little Ones

The Good Shepherd Of The Little Ones

Bright Beginners Academy

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Daycare types in Kearny