How do I choose the right daycare in Lawrenceville?

When choosing a daycare in Lawrenceville, 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 Lawrenceville?

Lawrenceville offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities Church Daycare — 1 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Lawrenceville, New Jersey (8 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 Lawrenceville for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lawrenceville

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.

Tomorrows Child Montessori School

4.79 score

5(19)

110 Federal City Road, Lawrenceville, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

Tomorrow's Child Montessori School in Lawrenceville receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewed parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, patient staff, Montessori approach, and significant developmental growth their children experience. The school is described as a welcoming, home-like environment with excellent communication through daily photos and updates.

Patient and caring teachersMontessori curriculumchild confidence and independence developmentcalm and welcoming environment

Lawrence Day School

4.22 score

4.4(6)

510 Lawrence Square Blvd. Sout, Lawrenceville, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 170 children

Lawrence Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and responsive staff, safe environment, and learning opportunities. However, one parent reported witnessing mistreatment of children and cited refusal to refund payment and lack of professionalism.

Safe and caring environmentresponsive and communicative staffchildren excited to attenddevelopmental learning

Lakeview Child Center

3.6 score

3.2(5)

4 Princess Rd, Suite 100, Lawrenceville, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

Lakeview Child Center receives mixed reviews with significant differences in parent experiences. Three parents praise the caring staff, professional care, good communication, and developmental progress, while two parents report serious concerns including inadequate infant care, inconsistent teacher quality, frequent illness, behavioral issues, and poor hygiene standards.

Caring and professional staffexcellent communicationsecure facilityincluded diapers and wip

Child Daycare & Preschools in Lawrenceville, New Jersey

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, making up 62% of the 13 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 Lawrenceville, 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 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, out of 13 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 Lawrenceville, 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

Lawrenceville offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 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 Lawrenceville for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Lawrenceville 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.

8 Child Daycare & Preschools in Lawrenceville, New Jersey

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lawrenceville

Top Rated

Tomorrows Child Montessori School

Every Child Valued

Little Kids College INC. Preschool & Child Care Center

Lakeview Child Center

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Daycare types in Lawrenceville