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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Red Bank, NJ

Compare 9 child daycare & preschools in Red Bank. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Red Bank, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
9
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
50
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Red Bank has 9 licensed child daycare & preschools with 50 parent reviews averaging 4.7/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 63% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07701 zip code, averaging 4.7 stars across 11 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Red Bank

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
    Learning Tree Preschool
    4.72 score
    5(13)

    247 Broad Street, Red Bank, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 94 children

    Learning Tree Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers. Parents consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment, caring teachers, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and the unique co-op model that allows parent involvement.

    Caring and nurturing teacherswarm community atmospherestrong academic growthplay-based learning
  2. 2
    Meridian Early Childhood Education At Riverview Medical Ctr
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    1 Riverview Plaza, Red Bank, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children

    These reviews do not pertain to the daycare facility. All submitted reviews are for Riverview Medical Center's hospital departments (labor/delivery, emergency, ICU) rather than the early childhood education center. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

    None applicable - reviews are for hospital servicesnot daycare
  3. 3
    Monmouth Day Care Center INC.
    4.2 score
    4.3(10)

    9 Drs. James Parker Blvd, Red Bank, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 154 children

    Monmouth Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, communicative staff and safe, clean environment. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, community engagement, and reliable operations. One negative review lacks substantive detail.

    Nurturing and caring staffstrong communication with parentsclean facilitychild development and learning programs

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Red Bank

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Red Bank, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.66avg rating
9 daycares · 7 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Red Bank zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0770111
4.7
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Red Bank (32–154 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Red Bank based on parent reviews

Learning Tree Preschool

5(13)

247 Broad Street, Red Bank, NJ

Learning Tree Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers. Parents consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment, caring teachers, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and the unique co-op model that allows parent involvement.

Caring and nurturing teacherswarm community atmospherestrong academic growth

River Plaza Y-Kids

5(2)

155 Hubbard Avenue, Red Bank, NJ

One parent highlights the staff's kindness and the engaging activities that make children look forward to attending, while another notes that their granddaughter enjoys the welcoming environment. Both reviewers appreciate the friendly and accommodating nature of the team, along with the convenience of online scheduling and clear communication.

kind and friendly stafffun activitieswelcoming environment

Meridian Early Childhood Education At Riverview Medical Ctr

4.3(20)

1 Riverview Plaza, Red Bank, NJ

These reviews do not pertain to the daycare facility. All submitted reviews are for Riverview Medical Center's hospital departments (labor/delivery, emergency, ICU) rather than the early childhood education center. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

None applicable - reviews are for hospital servicesnot daycare

Monmouth Day Care Center INC.

4.3(10)

9 Drs. James Parker Blvd, Red Bank, NJ

Monmouth Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, communicative staff and safe, clean environment. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, community engagement, and reliable operations. One negative review lacks substantive detail.

Nurturing and caring staffstrong communication with parentsclean facility

Boys & Girls Club Of Monmouth Cty Red Bank Unit

4.6(2)

138 Dr. James Parker Blvd., Red Bank, NJ

One parent describes the Boys & Girls Club of Monmouth County Red Bank Unit as an excellent experience for their children. Another reviewer rates the facility as a great place for kids, though they assigned a moderate three-star rating.

Excellent experience for kidsGreat place for kids

Neighborhood Preschool & Learning Ctr.

5(1)

75 Hwy 35, Red Bank, NJ

One parent describes the staff as wonderful and notes that their children are excited to attend school daily. The reviewer expresses gratitude for finding the program and highlights the positive relationship between the kids and their teachers.

wonderful staffexcited childrenpositive teacher-student relationships

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Daycare types in Red Bank

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Red Bank, New Jersey

There are 9 child daycare & preschools in Red Bank, New Jersey, making up 82% of the 11 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 Red Bank have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 63% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 50 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Red Bank, 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 Red Bank

Showing 9 results

Learning Tree Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Learning Tree Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers. Parents consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment, caring teachers, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and the unique co-op model that allows parent involvement.

Caring and nurturing teacherswarm community atmospherestrong academic growth
Address
247 Broad Street, Red Bank, NJ
Phone
(732) 530-5441
River Plaza Y-Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the staff's kindness and the engaging activities that make children look forward to attending, while another notes that their granddaughter enjoys the welcoming environment. Both reviewers appreciate the friendly and accommodating nature of the team, along with the convenience of online scheduling and clear communication.

kind and friendly stafffun activitieswelcoming environment
Address
155 Hubbard Avenue, Red Bank, NJ
Phone
(732) 566-9266
Neighborhood Preschool & Learning Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the staff as wonderful and notes that their children are excited to attend school daily. The reviewer expresses gratitude for finding the program and highlights the positive relationship between the kids and their teachers.

wonderful staffexcited childrenpositive teacher-student relationships
Address
75 Hwy 35, Red Bank, NJ
Phone
(732) 747-0939
Boys & Girls Club Of Monmouth Cty Red Bank Unit
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

One parent describes the Boys & Girls Club of Monmouth County Red Bank Unit as an excellent experience for their children. Another reviewer rates the facility as a great place for kids, though they assigned a moderate three-star rating.

Excellent experience for kidsGreat place for kids
Address
138 Dr. James Parker Blvd., Red Bank, NJ
Phone
(732) 775-7862
Meridian Early Childhood Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

One parent describes their five-year-old's positive experience at this center-based program from 2015 to 2016, highlighting the staff's qualifications. Another review offers brief praise in Spanish, calling it an excellent school.

qualified staffqualified teachersqualified principal
Address
33 E Front Street, Red Bank, NJ
Phone
(732) 530-2568
Meridian Early Childhood Education At Riverview Medical Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

These reviews do not pertain to the daycare facility. All submitted reviews are for Riverview Medical Center's hospital departments (labor/delivery, emergency, ICU) rather than the early childhood education center. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

None applicable - reviews are for hospital servicesnot daycare
Address
1 Riverview Plaza, Red Bank, NJ
Phone
(732) 530-2568
Monmouth Day Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Monmouth Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, communicative staff and safe, clean environment. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, community engagement, and reliable operations. One negative review lacks substantive detail.

Nurturing and caring staffstrong communication with parentsclean facility
Address
9 Drs. James Parker Blvd, Red Bank, NJ
Phone
(732) 741-4313
Red Bank Primary Y-Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
222 River Street, Red Bank, NJ
Phone
(732) 566-9266
Fairview Y-Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
230 Cooper Road, Red Bank, NJ
Phone
(732) 566-9266

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Frequently asked questions

There are 9 child daycare & preschools daycares in Red Bank, New Jersey, out of 11 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 Red Bank have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 63% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Red Bank, 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
Red Bank offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 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 Red Bank for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Red Bank 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.