Children at daycare

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Kinnelon, NJ

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Kinnelon. Average rating: 4.97/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Kinnelon, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.97/5
Parent reviews
29
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Kinnelon has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 29 parent reviews averaging 4.97/5.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kinnelon

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 Growing Place
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    155 Kinnelon Rd, Kinnelon, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 23 children

    Parents consistently praise The Growing Place as an exceptional preschool with caring, dedicated staff who create a warm, family-like atmosphere. Children are reported to enjoy attending daily, showing significant academic and social growth across multiple years. The school balances academics with creative, engaging activities and fosters an inclusive community among families.

    Caring and dedicated teacherswarm and welcoming atmospherestrong academics balanced with funchildren eager to attend
  2. 2
    Smoke Rise Cooperative Nursery School
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    38 N Rd, Kinnelon, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 21 children

    Smoke Rise Cooperative Nursery School is a highly regarded play-based preschool in Kinnelon, NJ that serves surrounding towns. Parents consistently praise the loving, qualified staff, small class sizes, strong academic and social development, and active parent community. Children show excellent kindergarten readiness and enthusiasm for attending school.

    Warm and nurturing staff with strong academic backgroundsplay-based curriculumsmall class sizes with individual attentionfield trips and guest speakers

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Kinnelon

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Kinnelon (21–60 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Kinnelon based on parent reviews

The Growing Place

4.9(20)

155 Kinnelon Rd, Kinnelon, NJ

Parents consistently praise The Growing Place as an exceptional preschool with caring, dedicated staff who create a warm, family-like atmosphere. Children are reported to enjoy attending daily, showing significant academic and social growth across multiple years. The school balances academics with creative, engaging activities and fosters an inclusive community among families.

Caring and dedicated teacherswarm and welcoming atmospherestrong academics balanced with fun

Smoke Rise Cooperative Nursery School

5(7)

38 N Rd, Kinnelon, NJ

Smoke Rise Cooperative Nursery School is a highly regarded play-based preschool in Kinnelon, NJ that serves surrounding towns. Parents consistently praise the loving, qualified staff, small class sizes, strong academic and social development, and active parent community. Children show excellent kindergarten readiness and enthusiasm for attending school.

Warm and nurturing staff with strong academic backgroundsplay-based curriculumsmall class sizes with individual attention

Wise Owl Learning Center

5(2)

152 Kinnelon Rd, Kinnelon, NJ

Parents report that their children enjoy attending the center, noting significant developmental progress and a safe, clean environment. Reviewers highlight the staff's reliability and ability to work effectively with various types of children.

children enjoy attendingreliable staffclean and safe facility

Map

Child Daycare & Preschools in Kinnelon, New Jersey

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Kinnelon, 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 Kinnelon have an average rating of 4.97 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.97 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Kinnelon, 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 Kinnelon

Showing 4 results

Wise Owl Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents report that their children enjoy attending the center, noting significant developmental progress and a safe, clean environment. Reviewers highlight the staff's reliability and ability to work effectively with various types of children.

children enjoy attendingreliable staffclean and safe facility
Address
152 Kinnelon Rd, Kinnelon, NJ
Phone
(973) 838-0090
Smoke Rise Cooperative Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Smoke Rise Cooperative Nursery School is a highly regarded play-based preschool in Kinnelon, NJ that serves surrounding towns. Parents consistently praise the loving, qualified staff, small class sizes, strong academic and social development, and active parent community. Children show excellent kindergarten readiness and enthusiasm for attending school.

Warm and nurturing staff with strong academic backgroundsplay-based curriculumsmall class sizes with individual attention
Address
38 N Rd, Kinnelon, NJ
Phone
(973) 838-9088
The Growing Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise The Growing Place as an exceptional preschool with caring, dedicated staff who create a warm, family-like atmosphere. Children are reported to enjoy attending daily, showing significant academic and social growth across multiple years. The school balances academics with creative, engaging activities and fosters an inclusive community among families.

Caring and dedicated teacherswarm and welcoming atmospherestrong academics balanced with fun
Address
155 Kinnelon Rd, Kinnelon, NJ
Phone
(973) 838-8656
Adam And Danielle'S Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
91 Kinnelon Rd, Kinnelon, NJ
Phone
(973) 838-0027

Page 1 of 1· 4 results

Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Kinnelon, New Jersey. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Kinnelon have an average Google rating of 4.97 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Kinnelon, 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
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 Kinnelon for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Kinnelon 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.