58 Child Daycare & Preschools in Paterson, New Jersey
Browse all 58 child daycare & preschools in Paterson, New Jersey. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Paterson
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.
- 1Starlet Academy4.72 score4.9(20)
103 N. Main Street, Paterson, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 51 children
Starlet Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and clean facility. Parents report their children show significant development and growth while feeling loved and safe. The center is highlighted for strong communication, special events, and a welcoming environment from leadership to teachers.
Caring and dedicated staffclean facilitychild development and learning progressstrong trust and communication - 2Lavida Child Care Center III4.62 score5(8)
279 Carroll Street, Paterson, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 375 children
Parents consistently praise La Vida Child Care Center III for excellent teaching staff, professional care, and strong child development outcomes. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents appreciate the organized, hygienic environment and respectful treatment of students.
Caring and capable teachersprofessional stafforganized environmentgood hygiene - 3Loving Care Early Learning Center4.6 score4.8(15)
31 Mcbride Avenue, Paterson, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children
Loving Care Early Learning Center (also referred to as Tiny Steps) in Paterson receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight exceptional staff, caring teachers, and significant developmental progress in their children's speech, learning, and confidence. The facility is noted for its welcoming environment, daily activity updates, and early opening hours.
Caring and patient staffwelcoming environmentstrong teacher-child relationshipsdevelopmental progress (speech - 4Hogar Infantil Child Care Center4.6 score4.8(15)
560-566 Main Street, Paterson, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 139 children
Parents consistently praise Hogar Infantil Child Care Center for its caring and professional staff, strong academic curriculum, and family-oriented environment. Multiple reviews highlight the center's ability to prepare children well for kindergarten and emphasize teacher patience and dedication. The facility has maintained positive reputation over decades, with some parents enrolling multiple children across different generations.
Professional and caring staffpatient teachersfamily-oriented approachstrong academics and curriculum - 5Madison Avenue Christian Child Care Center4.55 score4.8(11)
494 Madison Ave, Paterson, NJ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 53 children
Reviews praise Madison Avenue Christian Child Care Center as a welcoming and supportive faith-based community. Parents consistently highlight the caring atmosphere, spiritual teachings, and strong sense of family within the church community.
welcoming environmentcaring staffstrong spiritual communityfamily-oriented - 6El Mundo De Colore/World Of Colors4.53 score4.8(10)
44 Ward Street, Paterson, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 154 children
El Mundo de Colores receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and kindergarten preparation. The center is described as operating like an academy with structured classes and strong parent involvement. One negative review raised concerns about staff qualifications and language barriers.
Caring and professional staffwell-planned and educational curriculumstrong kindergarten preparationsafe environment - 7Saint Michael'S Jr. Day Nursery4.49 score4.9(6)
56 Birch Street, Paterson, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children
Saint Michael's Jr. Day Nursery receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the exceptional care, education, and moral instruction provided by the sisters. Parents emphasize the attentive, loving, and observant teaching staff, with multiple reviewers recommending the facility without reservation.
caring and loving teachersexceptional educationstrong moral instructionattentive to individual child needs - 8Kidz Korner Learning Center4.48 score4.6(20)
750 Broadway, Paterson, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children
Kidz Korner Learning Center in Paterson, NJ receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and positive impact on child development. Parents report their children are excited to attend, experience significant learning gains, and form strong bonds with teachers. The center is noted for maintaining high cleanliness standards and providing engaging daily activities.
Caring and attentive staffchild enthusiasm for attendingsignificant academic and developmental progressdaily creative activities and learning engagement - 9Compassion House Outreach Center4.45 score4.9(5)
37 Mill Street, Paterson, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children
Compassion House Outreach Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the caring staff, excellent hygiene, discipline, and attention to children. Parents express strong satisfaction with the facility and its childcare quality.
caring stafftreats children like their ownnice and friendly environmentgood hygiene - 10Boys & Girls Club Of Paterson/Passaic - School 44.32 score4.4(20)
55 Clinton Street, Paterson, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 270 children
Parents consistently praise Boys & Girls Club of Paterson/Passaic - School 4 as a safe, welcoming environment with engaging programs including academics, sports, arts, and swimming. Staff are noted as caring and dedicated to youth development, leadership, and character building. The facility serves as a valuable community resource where children feel a sense of belonging.
Safe and supportive environmentdedicated stafffun and engaging programsacademic support
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Highest rated daycares in Paterson based on parent reviews
Starlet Academy
103 N. Main Street, Paterson, NJ
Starlet Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and clean facility. Parents report their children show significant development and growth while feeling loved and safe. The center is highlighted for strong communication, special events, and a welcoming environment from leadership to teachers.
Lavida Child Care Center III
279 Carroll Street, Paterson, NJ
Parents consistently praise La Vida Child Care Center III for excellent teaching staff, professional care, and strong child development outcomes. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents appreciate the organized, hygienic environment and respectful treatment of students.
Loving Care Early Learning Center
31 Mcbride Avenue, Paterson, NJ
Loving Care Early Learning Center (also referred to as Tiny Steps) in Paterson receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight exceptional staff, caring teachers, and significant developmental progress in their children's speech, learning, and confidence. The facility is noted for its welcoming environment, daily activity updates, and early opening hours.
Hogar Infantil Child Care Center
560-566 Main Street, Paterson, NJ
Parents consistently praise Hogar Infantil Child Care Center for its caring and professional staff, strong academic curriculum, and family-oriented environment. Multiple reviews highlight the center's ability to prepare children well for kindergarten and emphasize teacher patience and dedication. The facility has maintained positive reputation over decades, with some parents enrolling multiple children across different generations.
El Mundo De Colore/World Of Colors
44 Ward Street, Paterson, NJ
El Mundo de Colores receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and kindergarten preparation. The center is described as operating like an academy with structured classes and strong parent involvement. One negative review raised concerns about staff qualifications and language barriers.
Saint Michael'S Jr. Day Nursery
56 Birch Street, Paterson, NJ
Saint Michael's Jr. Day Nursery receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the exceptional care, education, and moral instruction provided by the sisters. Parents emphasize the attentive, loving, and observant teaching staff, with multiple reviewers recommending the facility without reservation.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Paterson, New Jersey
There are 58 child daycare & preschools in Paterson, New Jersey, making up 83% of the 70 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 Paterson, 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 Paterson
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- 150 Paterson Avenue, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 942-5995
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- 59 Mill Street, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 881-8307
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- 523 E 33rd Street, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 925-9770
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- 227 Haledon Avenue, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 595-1104
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- 20 Southard Street, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 684-9870
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- 911 E 23rd St/Maria Magda Way, First Floor, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 279-9860
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- 186-190 Butler Street, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 405-6711
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- 16-32 Spruce Street, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 413-1570
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- 61 Carroll St, Paterson, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 278-1670
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- 526-528 Broadway, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 742-0014
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- 435 Main Street, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 881-0280
Parents consistently praise La Vida Child Care Center III for excellent teaching staff, professional care, and strong child development outcomes. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents appreciate the organized, hygienic environment and respectful treatment of students.
- Address
- 279 Carroll Street, Paterson, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 569-0001
Starlet Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and clean facility. Parents report their children show significant development and growth while feeling loved and safe. The center is highlighted for strong communication, special events, and a welcoming environment from leadership to teachers.
- Address
- 103 N. Main Street, Paterson, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 790-5000
Compassion House Outreach Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the caring staff, excellent hygiene, discipline, and attention to children. Parents express strong satisfaction with the facility and its childcare quality.
- Address
- 37 Mill Street, Paterson, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 595-0345
Saint Michael's Jr. Day Nursery receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the exceptional care, education, and moral instruction provided by the sisters. Parents emphasize the attentive, loving, and observant teaching staff, with multiple reviewers recommending the facility without reservation.
- Address
- 56 Birch Street, Paterson, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 956-1921
Loving Care Early Learning Center (also referred to as Tiny Steps) in Paterson receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight exceptional staff, caring teachers, and significant developmental progress in their children's speech, learning, and confidence. The facility is noted for its welcoming environment, daily activity updates, and early opening hours.
- Address
- 31 Mcbride Avenue, Paterson, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 523-5883
El Mundo de Colores receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and kindergarten preparation. The center is described as operating like an academy with structured classes and strong parent involvement. One negative review raised concerns about staff qualifications and language barriers.
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- 44 Ward Street, Paterson, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 523-0919
Parents consistently praise Hogar Infantil Child Care Center for its caring and professional staff, strong academic curriculum, and family-oriented environment. Multiple reviews highlight the center's ability to prepare children well for kindergarten and emphasize teacher patience and dedication. The facility has maintained positive reputation over decades, with some parents enrolling multiple children across different generations.
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- 560-566 Main Street, Paterson, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 279-4486
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- 850 Market Street, Paterson, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 569-9944
Kidz Korner Learning Center in Paterson, NJ receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and positive impact on child development. Parents report their children are excited to attend, experience significant learning gains, and form strong bonds with teachers. The center is noted for maintaining high cleanliness standards and providing engaging daily activities.
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- 750 Broadway, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 278-0495
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- 84 Vreeland Ave, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 689-7244
C.A.M.P. Youth Development Program receives mostly positive feedback from parents praising the quality of care, enrichment activities, and staff dedication. However, one serious safety concern was raised regarding child supervision. The majority of reviews highlight the program's value for working parents and children's positive experiences.
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- 13-15 N 1st St, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 790-0887
Sunshine Learning Center has recently undergone new ownership and management, which parents report has significantly improved the facility. Most reviews praise the caring staff, clean environment, and positive changes in children's behavior and mood. However, one negative review raises concerns about staff attentiveness, diaper care, and lack of curriculum communication.
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- 414 5th Avenue, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 553-1048
New Destiny Family Success Center is highly praised as a welcoming community resource center offering support services, classes, and referrals to families. Parents consistently highlight the caring, respectful staff who treat visitors like family and provide assistance with utility bills and other community needs.
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- 137 Carroll Street, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 278-0220
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- 693-695 E. 18th Street, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 742-1500
Memorial Day Nursery receives mostly positive reviews praising clean facilities, organized classrooms, and good teachers. However, one parent gave a highly critical review of the summer program, citing lack of outdoor activities, excessive screen time, and poor organization despite high costs.
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- 397 Grand Street, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 742-3295
Memorial Day Nursery Site #2 receives mostly positive reviews praising clean facilities, organized classrooms, and quality teachers. However, one detailed review strongly criticizes the summer program for lack of outdoor activities, excessive screen time, poor organization, and high costs.
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- 238 Straight Street, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 345-0281
Amazin Kids Paradise Academy in Paterson receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the staff's care, communication, and dedication to child development. Parents highlight the safe, clean learning environment and the strong emotional connections their children develop with teachers. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and learning new skills regularly.
- Address
- 779 East 26th Street, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 523-5318
Greater Bergen Community Action - CD Center receives mixed reviews. Parents with enrolled children praise the teachers, care quality, and educational activities. However, several parents report significant issues with the enrollment department's responsiveness, communication, and professionalism.
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- 500 E 35th Street, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 546-2634
The Lewis Chatman Academy receives mostly positive reviews praising staff attentiveness, hands-on teaching, and family-like environment. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about hygiene practices and past staff conduct. Overall, the facility is highly recommended by satisfied parents who have used the center for multiple children.
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- 1 Market Street, Paterson, NJ
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- (973) 703-1989
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