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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in River Edge, NJ

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in River Edge. Average rating: 4.92/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

River Edge, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.92/5
Parent reviews
41
Top rated (4.5+)
4

River Edge has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 41 parent reviews averaging 4.92/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07661 zip code, averaging 4.92 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in River Edge

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
    Appletree Preschool
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    620 Kinderkamack Road, River Edge, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

    Appletree Preschool in River Edge receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong academic curriculum. Parents highlight significant child development in social skills, emotional intelligence, and school readiness, along with excellent daily communication via the Brightwheel app. The facility is described as clean, safe, and welcoming with staff who make children eager to attend each day.

    Caring and attentive staffstrong academic curriculumvariety of activities (artsports
  2. 2
    Stepping Stone Day Nursery For Kids
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    340 Bogert Rd, River Edge, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children

    Stepping Stone Day Nursery receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm and caring staff, strong early childhood education, and director Ms. Denise as key strengths. Children are reported to be happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and enjoy attending daily.

    warm and caring staffexcellent director (Ms. Denise)child development and kindergarten preparationflexible programming
  3. 3
    Grace Lutheran Church Pre-School/Daycare
    4.49 score
    4.7(12)

    925 5th Avenue, River Edge, NJ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 90 children

    Grace Lutheran Church Pre-School/Daycare in River Edge receives consistently positive feedback with a 4.7/5 rating. Parents praise the welcoming, family-oriented environment, compassionate leadership, and caring staff. The facility is noted for its peaceful atmosphere and inclusive approach to the community.

    welcoming pastorcaring and amazing stafffamily-oriented environmentfriendly members

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in River Edge

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in River Edge, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

4.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

River Edge zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
076616
4.92
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in River Edge (58–120 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in River Edge based on parent reviews

Appletree Preschool

5(20)

620 Kinderkamack Road, River Edge, NJ

Appletree Preschool in River Edge receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong academic curriculum. Parents highlight significant child development in social skills, emotional intelligence, and school readiness, along with excellent daily communication via the Brightwheel app. The facility is described as clean, safe, and welcoming with staff who make children eager to attend each day.

Caring and attentive staffstrong academic curriculumvariety of activities (art

Stepping Stone Day Nursery For Kids

5(6)

340 Bogert Rd, River Edge, NJ

Stepping Stone Day Nursery receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm and caring staff, strong early childhood education, and director Ms. Denise as key strengths. Children are reported to be happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and enjoy attending daily.

warm and caring staffexcellent director (Ms. Denise)child development and kindergarten preparation

That'S My School INC.

5(3)

109 Continental Ave, River Edge, NJ

One parent highlights the staff as the best, while another provides a contradictory statement denying the school's identity. A third review contains a nonsensical sentence that does not convey clear feedback about the program.

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Daycare types in River Edge

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in River Edge, New Jersey

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in River Edge, 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in River Edge have an average rating of 4.92 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 41 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in River Edge, 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 River Edge

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Stepping Stone Day Nursery For Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Stepping Stone Day Nursery receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm and caring staff, strong early childhood education, and director Ms. Denise as key strengths. Children are reported to be happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and enjoy attending daily.

warm and caring staffexcellent director (Ms. Denise)child development and kindergarten preparation
Address
340 Bogert Rd, River Edge, NJ
Phone
(201) 488-4905
Appletree Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Appletree Preschool in River Edge receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong academic curriculum. Parents highlight significant child development in social skills, emotional intelligence, and school readiness, along with excellent daily communication via the Brightwheel app. The facility is described as clean, safe, and welcoming with staff who make children eager to attend each day.

Caring and attentive staffstrong academic curriculumvariety of activities (art
Address
620 Kinderkamack Road, River Edge, NJ
Phone
(201) 576-9600
That'S My School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the staff as the best, while another provides a contradictory statement denying the school's identity. A third review contains a nonsensical sentence that does not convey clear feedback about the program.

Best staff
Address
109 Continental Ave, River Edge, NJ
Phone
(201) 599-2920
River Edge Extended Day Care At Cherry Hill School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
410 Bogert Rd, River Edge, NJ
Phone
(201) 967-5524
River Edge Extended Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
711 Summit Ave, River Edge, NJ
Phone
(201) 870-3877

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in River Edge, 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.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in River Edge have an average Google rating of 4.92 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in River Edge, 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
River Edge offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Church 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 River Edge for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in River Edge 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.