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5 Child Daycare & Preschools in Oakhurst, New Jersey

Browse all 5 child daycare & preschools in Oakhurst, New Jersey. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Oakhurst

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
    Congregation Torat El - Jersey Shore Jewish Center
    4.53 score
    4.8(10)

    301 Monmouth Road, Oakhurst, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents praise the welcoming, warm family atmosphere and describe the facility as a peaceful, modern building. Rabbi Aaron is consistently highlighted as inspirational, relatable, and going above and beyond for the community. The center offers various activities and maintains a positive, inclusive environment with friendly staff.

    Welcoming and warm atmosphereinspirational leadershiprelatable Rabbifriendly staff
  2. 2
    Ivy Hedge Early Childhood Learning Center
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    65 Monmouth Rd, Oakhurst, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Ivy Hedge Early Childhood Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on the caring and attentive staff, safe environment, and notable developmental progress in children across multiple areas including language, potty training, and social skills. Parents frequently contrast their positive experiences at Ivy Hedge with negative experiences at other facilities, highlighting the staff's compassion and genuine care for both children and families.

    Safe environmentattentive and compassionate staffstrong developmental progress (languagepotty training
  3. 3
    Growing Kids Academy
    3.7 score
    3.6(16)

    1610 Route 35, Suite 12b, Oakhurst, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Growing Kids Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who have used the center for extended periods. Parents emphasize the caring, attentive staff, strong parent communication about daily activities and incidents, and their children's happiness and development at the facility.

    Caring and loving teachersattentive supervisiondetailed daily communication with parentssafe environment

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Oakhurst based on parent reviews

Congregation Torat El - Jersey Shore Jewish Center

4.8(10)

301 Monmouth Road, Oakhurst, NJ

Parents praise the welcoming, warm family atmosphere and describe the facility as a peaceful, modern building. Rabbi Aaron is consistently highlighted as inspirational, relatable, and going above and beyond for the community. The center offers various activities and maintains a positive, inclusive environment with friendly staff.

Welcoming and warm atmosphereinspirational leadershiprelatable Rabbi

Ivy Hedge Early Childhood Learning Center

5(5)

65 Monmouth Rd, Oakhurst, NJ

Ivy Hedge Early Childhood Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on the caring and attentive staff, safe environment, and notable developmental progress in children across multiple areas including language, potty training, and social skills. Parents frequently contrast their positive experiences at Ivy Hedge with negative experiences at other facilities, highlighting the staff's compassion and genuine care for both children and families.

Safe environmentattentive and compassionate staffstrong developmental progress (language

Wesley Nursery School

5(1)

103 Monmouth Rd, Oakhurst, NJ

Growing Kids Academy

3.6(16)

1610 Route 35, Suite 12b, Oakhurst, NJ

Growing Kids Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who have used the center for extended periods. Parents emphasize the caring, attentive staff, strong parent communication about daily activities and incidents, and their children's happiness and development at the facility.

Caring and loving teachersattentive supervisiondetailed daily communication with parents

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Oakhurst, New Jersey

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Oakhurst, New Jersey, making up 83% of the 6 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 Oakhurst, 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 Oakhurst

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Ivy Hedge Early Childhood Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Ivy Hedge Early Childhood Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on the caring and attentive staff, safe environment, and notable developmental progress in children across multiple areas including language, potty training, and social skills. Parents frequently contrast their positive experiences at Ivy Hedge with negative experiences at other facilities, highlighting the staff's compassion and genuine care for both children and families.

Safe environmentattentive and compassionate staffstrong developmental progress (language
Address
65 Monmouth Rd, Oakhurst, NJ
Phone
(732) 483-0088
Wesley Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
103 Monmouth Rd, Oakhurst, NJ
Phone
(732) 531-2140
Congregation Torat El - Jersey Shore Jewish Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents praise the welcoming, warm family atmosphere and describe the facility as a peaceful, modern building. Rabbi Aaron is consistently highlighted as inspirational, relatable, and going above and beyond for the community. The center offers various activities and maintains a positive, inclusive environment with friendly staff.

Welcoming and warm atmosphereinspirational leadershiprelatable Rabbi
Address
301 Monmouth Road, Oakhurst, NJ
Phone
(732) 531-4410
Growing Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Growing Kids Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who have used the center for extended periods. Parents emphasize the caring, attentive staff, strong parent communication about daily activities and incidents, and their children's happiness and development at the facility.

Caring and loving teachersattentive supervisiondetailed daily communication with parents
Address
1610 Route 35, Suite 12b, Oakhurst, NJ
Phone
(732) 325-8095
Children Of America - Oakhurst LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Children of America - East Brunswick for its dedicated, caring staff who treat children with genuine attention and affection. Children show significant developmental progress in language, writing, and social skills while enjoying a welcoming, inclusive environment. The center is noted for strong communication between teachers and parents.

Caring and patient teachersstrong developmental progresswarm and welcoming environment
Address
1621 State Route 35, Oakhurst, NJ
Phone
(732) 531-9950

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Oakhurst, New Jersey, out of 6 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 Oakhurst, 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
Oakhurst offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Oakhurst for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Oakhurst 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.