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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Lawrence, NJ

Compare 6 child daycare & preschools in Lawrence. Average rating: 4.42/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lawrence, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
6
Avg rating
4.42/5
Parent reviews
70
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Lawrence has 6 licensed child daycare & preschools with 70 parent reviews averaging 4.42/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 08648 zip code, averaging 4.42 stars across 10 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lawrence

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
    Little Explorers Polish-American Day Care LLC
    4.43 score
    4.6(13)

    680-690 Whitehead Road, Lawrence, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children

    Little Explorers Polish-American Day Care in Lawrence, NJ receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring staff, clean facilities, bilingual Polish-English environment, homemade meals, and engaging activities. Parents report their children are happy, comfortable, and thriving in this setting.

    caring and attentive staffbilingual Polish-English instructionclean and well-maintained facilitieshomemade Polish food
  2. 2
    Explorations Community Preschool
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    1805 Princeton Ave, Lawrence, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 27 children

    Explorations Community Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff and warm, family-oriented environment. Parents highlight excellent communication, educational activities, flexible scheduling, and developmental support across infant and preschool classrooms. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and learning significantly.

    Caring and loving staffattentive communication with parents (photos and daily reports)safe and clean environmentflexible scheduling and accommodating to family needs

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Lawrence

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Lawrence, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.42avg rating
6 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
4 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lawrence zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0864810
4.42
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lawrence (27–305 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lawrence based on parent reviews

The Learning Center

5(4)

129 Denow Road, Lawrence, NJ

Parents highlight a loving, family-oriented atmosphere with teachers who know children by name and provide extensive care. Reviewers appreciate the play-first approach, lack of screens, and affordable tuition, noting that the center exceeds state ratios and offers engaging community activities.

Play-first environmentno screenscaring teachers

Little Explorers Polish-American Day Care LLC

4.6(13)

680-690 Whitehead Road, Lawrence, NJ

Little Explorers Polish-American Day Care in Lawrence, NJ receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring staff, clean facilities, bilingual Polish-English environment, homemade meals, and engaging activities. Parents report their children are happy, comfortable, and thriving in this setting.

caring and attentive staffbilingual Polish-English instructionclean and well-maintained facilities

Explorations Community Preschool

4.1(20)

1805 Princeton Ave, Lawrence, NJ

Explorations Community Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff and warm, family-oriented environment. Parents highlight excellent communication, educational activities, flexible scheduling, and developmental support across infant and preschool classrooms. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and learning significantly.

Caring and loving staffattentive communication with parents (photos and daily reports)safe and clean environment

Every Child Valued After School Program

4(1)

295 Eggerts Crossing Road, Lawrence, NJ

One parent rates the Lawrence, NJ center highly, describing the staff as great and very professional. The feedback highlights a strong positive experience with the childcare provided.

Great peoplevery professional

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Daycare types in Lawrence

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Before or After School Daycare 4

Child Daycare & Preschools in Lawrence, New Jersey

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Lawrence, New Jersey, making up 60% of the 10 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 Lawrence have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.42 stars. Our analysis covers 70 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lawrence, 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 Lawrence

Showing 6 results

The Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight a loving, family-oriented atmosphere with teachers who know children by name and provide extensive care. Reviewers appreciate the play-first approach, lack of screens, and affordable tuition, noting that the center exceeds state ratios and offers engaging community activities.

Play-first environmentno screenscaring teachers
Address
129 Denow Road, Lawrence, NJ
Phone
(609) 895-8100
Little Explorers Polish-American Day Care LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Little Explorers Polish-American Day Care in Lawrence, NJ receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring staff, clean facilities, bilingual Polish-English environment, homemade meals, and engaging activities. Parents report their children are happy, comfortable, and thriving in this setting.

caring and attentive staffbilingual Polish-English instructionclean and well-maintained facilities
Address
680-690 Whitehead Road, Lawrence, NJ
Phone
(609) 393-6591
Explorations Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Explorations Community Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff and warm, family-oriented environment. Parents highlight excellent communication, educational activities, flexible scheduling, and developmental support across infant and preschool classrooms. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and learning significantly.

Caring and loving staffattentive communication with parents (photos and daily reports)safe and clean environment
Address
1805 Princeton Ave, Lawrence, NJ
Phone
(609) 647-4214
Every Child Valued After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent rates the Lawrence, NJ center highly, describing the staff as great and very professional. The feedback highlights a strong positive experience with the childcare provided.

Great peoplevery professional
Address
295 Eggerts Crossing Road, Lawrence, NJ
Phone
(609) 883-3379
Bright Horizons At Lawrenceville
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Guidepost Montessori at Lawrenceville for its authentic Montessori program, passionate staff, and strong academic results. Children show significant developmental growth across cognitive, social, and emotional domains. The school fosters a strong community atmosphere with excellent parent communication.

Authentic Montessori curriculum and materialspassionate and educated guidesindividual attention to each child's learning style
Address
222 Federal City Road, Lawrence, NJ
Phone
(609) 895-1558
Boys And Girls Club Of Mercer County-Spruce Street
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise the Boys and Girls Club of Mercer County for its clean, modern facilities and engaging programs. Staff are described as caring and friendly, with children participating in diverse activities including STEM classes, field trips, and summer camp experiences that keep them entertained and academically challenged.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and caring staffvariety of enrichment activities
Address
1040 Spruce Street, Lawrence, NJ
Phone
(609) 392-3191

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lawrence, New Jersey, out of 10 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 Lawrence have an average Google rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lawrence, 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
Lawrence offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Lawrence for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lawrence 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.