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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Kendall Park, NJ

Compare 7 child daycare & preschools in Kendall Park. Average rating: 4.67/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Kendall Park, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
4.67/5
Parent reviews
58
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Kendall Park has 7 licensed child daycare & preschools with 58 parent reviews averaging 4.67/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 08824 zip code, averaging 4.67 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kendall Park

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
    The Sapling School
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    3080 Route 27, Kendall Park, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 180 children

    The Sapling School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, strong parent-teacher communication, clean facilities, and robust security measures. Multiple parents noted they were initially anxious about daycare but felt immediately reassured by the warm, family-like environment.

    Warm and nurturing staffexcellent parent-teacher communication with real-time updates and daily summaries via appclean facilities with strong sanitization practicessecure entry system with passcodes
  2. 2
    Stanworth School
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    9 Stanworth Road, Kendall Park, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Parents consistently praise Stanworth School for its nurturing environment, qualified staff, and educational curriculum that goes beyond typical daycare care. Multiple reviewers highlight the director's leadership and individual teacher dedication, with children showing strong developmental progress and genuine enthusiasm for attending. The facility is noted as affordable and accommodating to working parents' schedules.

    Caring and patient staffstrong educational curriculumchild development and learning outcomesaffordable pricing

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Kendall Park

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Kendall Park, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6avg rating
7 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Kendall Park zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
088248
4.67
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Kendall Park (49–180 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Kendall Park based on parent reviews

The Sapling School

4.7(20)

3080 Route 27, Kendall Park, NJ

The Sapling School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, strong parent-teacher communication, clean facilities, and robust security measures. Multiple parents noted they were initially anxious about daycare but felt immediately reassured by the warm, family-like environment.

Warm and nurturing staffexcellent parent-teacher communication with real-time updates and daily summaries via appclean facilities with strong sanitization practices

Stanworth School

4.5(20)

9 Stanworth Road, Kendall Park, NJ

Parents consistently praise Stanworth School for its nurturing environment, qualified staff, and educational curriculum that goes beyond typical daycare care. Multiple reviewers highlight the director's leadership and individual teacher dedication, with children showing strong developmental progress and genuine enthusiasm for attending. The facility is noted as affordable and accommodating to working parents' schedules.

Caring and patient staffstrong educational curriculumchild development and learning outcomes

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Daycare types in Kendall Park

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Church Daycare 1

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Kendall Park, New Jersey

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Kendall Park, New Jersey, making up 88% of the 8 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 Kendall Park have an average rating of 4.67 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 58 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Kendall Park, 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 Kendall Park

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The Sapling School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Sapling School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, strong parent-teacher communication, clean facilities, and robust security measures. Multiple parents noted they were initially anxious about daycare but felt immediately reassured by the warm, family-like environment.

Warm and nurturing staffexcellent parent-teacher communication with real-time updates and daily summaries via appclean facilities with strong sanitization practices
Address
3080 Route 27, Kendall Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 297-8400
Stanworth School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Stanworth School for its nurturing environment, qualified staff, and educational curriculum that goes beyond typical daycare care. Multiple reviewers highlight the director's leadership and individual teacher dedication, with children showing strong developmental progress and genuine enthusiasm for attending. The facility is noted as affordable and accommodating to working parents' schedules.

Caring and patient staffstrong educational curriculumchild development and learning outcomes
Address
9 Stanworth Road, Kendall Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 821-0064
South Brunswick Cambridge School Before And After School Pro
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
35 Cambridge Road, Kendall Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 297-2941
South Brunswick - Brunswick Acres Before And After School Pr
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
41 Kory Drive, Kendall Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 297-2493
Bright Horizons At Kendall Park
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Guidepost Montessori at Kendall Park for its Montessori approach, well-trained staff, and supportive environment. Children show significant developmental progress in academics, social skills, language, and independence. The facility is described as clean, bright, and thoughtfully designed with transparent tuition and no hidden fees.

Montessori methodologyskilled and caring staffstrong developmental progress in children
Address
10 Gateway Blvd, Kendall Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 398-1481
South Brunswick Constable School Before And After School Pro
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
29 Constable Road, Kendall Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 297-2488
South Brunswick Greenbrook School After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
23 Roberts Street, Kendall Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 297-2480

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Kendall Park, New Jersey, out of 8 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 Kendall Park have an average Google rating of 4.67 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Kendall Park, 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
Kendall Park offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Church 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 Kendall Park for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Kendall Park 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.