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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Maywood, NJ

Compare 1 child daycare & preschools in Maywood. Average rating: 4.25/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Maywood, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.25/5
Parent reviews
21
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Maywood has 1 licensed child daycare & preschools with 21 parent reviews averaging 4.25/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Maywood

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
    Meadowlands Area Ymca-Sacc - Memorial School
    3.6 score
    3.5(20)

    764 Grant Ave, Maywood, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 98 children

    Reviews are mixed with ratings between 3-5 stars. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, diverse programming, and friendly staff, but report concerns about maintenance, inconsistent staff behavior, and scheduling limitations.

    Clean facilitiesdiverse programming and activitiesfriendly and professional staffswimming pool

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Maywood

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

3.5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Maywood (21–98 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Maywood based on parent reviews

Maywood Cooperative Nursery School INC.

5(1)

29 Oak & Parkway, Maywood, NJ

One parent describes the Maywood Cooperative Nursery School as the 'best pre school ever' and expresses deep gratitude for the experience. The sole review highlights a highly positive sentiment without citing specific operational details.

highly positive experiencegratitude

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Daycare types in Maywood

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Maywood, New Jersey

There are 1 child daycare & preschools in Maywood, New Jersey, making up 33% of the 3 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 Maywood have an average rating of 4.25 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 21 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Maywood, 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 Maywood

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Maywood Cooperative Nursery School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the Maywood Cooperative Nursery School as the 'best pre school ever' and expresses deep gratitude for the experience. The sole review highlights a highly positive sentiment without citing specific operational details.

highly positive experiencegratitude
Address
29 Oak & Parkway, Maywood, NJ
Phone
(201) 843-2644

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 child daycare & preschools daycares in Maywood, New Jersey, out of 3 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 Maywood have an average Google rating of 4.25 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Maywood, 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
Maywood offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Maywood for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Maywood 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.