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6 Child Daycare & Preschools in Rockaway, New Jersey

Browse all 6 child daycare & preschools in Rockaway, New Jersey. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rockaway

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
    Little Learners Rockaway
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    25 Green Pond Road, Rockaway, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 270 children

    Little Learners Rockaway receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise recent management improvements, strong staff support, excellent communication, and a nurturing environment where children thrive both academically and socially. The center is described as clean, secure, and welcoming to families.

    caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parentsrecent management improvementsclean and secure facility
  2. 2
    First Presbyterian Cooperative Nursery School
    4.3 score
    4.4(15)

    35 Church Street, Rockaway, NJ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 72 children

    Parents consistently praise First Presbyterian Cooperative Nursery School for its dedicated, diverse teaching staff, small class sizes, and nurturing learning environment. The facility is noted for affordable pricing, religious values including prayer and outreach projects, and a cooperative model that parents appreciate. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report high satisfaction across years.

    Experienced and patient teacherssmall class sizesaffordable ratescooperative model

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Rockaway based on parent reviews

Chabad Early Learning Center

5(4)

65 Pawnee Ave, Rockaway, NJ

Little Learners Rockaway

4.5(20)

25 Green Pond Road, Rockaway, NJ

Little Learners Rockaway receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise recent management improvements, strong staff support, excellent communication, and a nurturing environment where children thrive both academically and socially. The center is described as clean, secure, and welcoming to families.

caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parentsrecent management improvements

Bridges To Learning

5(3)

176 Route 46, Rockaway, NJ

White Meadow Lake Preschool

5

2 Clubhouse Way, Rockaway, NJ

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Daycare types in Rockaway

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 5

Child Daycare & Preschools in Rockaway, New Jersey

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Rockaway, New Jersey, making up 50% of the 12 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 Rockaway, 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 Rockaway

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White Meadow Lake Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2 Clubhouse Way, Rockaway, NJ
Phone
(973) 627-1367
Bridges To Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
176 Route 46, Rockaway, NJ
Phone
(973) 627-1944
Chabad Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
65 Pawnee Ave, Rockaway, NJ
Phone
(973) 983-8811
Little Learners Rockaway
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Little Learners Rockaway receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise recent management improvements, strong staff support, excellent communication, and a nurturing environment where children thrive both academically and socially. The center is described as clean, secure, and welcoming to families.

caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parentsrecent management improvements
Address
25 Green Pond Road, Rockaway, NJ
Phone
(973) 983-0600
Bright Horizons At Rockaway
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Bright Horizons at Rockaway for exceptional care, cleanliness, and staff dedication. Multiple reviewers highlight strong child development outcomes, responsive communication, and a warm, welcoming environment. The center receives universal 5-star ratings with parents expressing high confidence in their children's safety and learning.

Clean and well-maintained facilitywarm and attentive staffstrong academic and social curriculum
Address
295 Route 46 West, Rockaway, NJ
Phone
(973) 586-7775
Blue Skies Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
83 W Main Street, Rockaway, NJ
Phone
(973) 625-1455

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Rockaway, New Jersey, out of 12 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 Rockaway, 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
Rockaway offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Rockaway for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Rockaway 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.