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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Rumson, NJ

Compare 1 child daycare & preschools in Rumson. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Rumson, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
10
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Rumson offers 1 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 4.7/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rumson

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.

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    Ivy Hill Preschool
    4.47 score
    4.7(10)

    15 First Street, Rumson, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

    Ivy Hill Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with nine 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, strong curriculum, safety standards, and director Barbara's leadership. However, one 2-star review raises serious concerns about staff turnover, director conduct, inconsistent policies, and inadequate child supervision.

    Caring and attentive teachersstrong curriculum with planned activitiessafe and clean environmentgood communicatio

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Rumson

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Rumson, based on parent reviews

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Rumson (45–49 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Rumson based on parent reviews

Ivy Hill Preschool

4.7(10)

15 First Street, Rumson, NJ

Ivy Hill Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with nine 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, strong curriculum, safety standards, and director Barbara's leadership. However, one 2-star review raises serious concerns about staff turnover, director conduct, inconsistent policies, and inadequate child supervision.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong curriculum with planned activitiessafe and clean environment

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Daycare types in Rumson

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Rumson, New Jersey

There are 1 child daycare & preschools in Rumson, New Jersey, making up 50% of the 2 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 Rumson have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 10 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Rumson, 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 Rumson

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Ivy Hill Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Ivy Hill Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with nine 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, strong curriculum, safety standards, and director Barbara's leadership. However, one 2-star review raises serious concerns about staff turnover, director conduct, inconsistent policies, and inadequate child supervision.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong curriculum with planned activitiessafe and clean environment
Address
15 First Street, Rumson, NJ
Phone
(732) 530-0060

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 child daycare & preschools daycares in Rumson, New Jersey, out of 2 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 Rumson have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Rumson, 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
Rumson offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 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 Rumson for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Rumson 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.