How do I choose the right daycare in Somerville?

When choosing a daycare in Somerville, 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

What types of daycare are available in Somerville?

Somerville offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities Church Daycare — 1 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Somerville, New Jersey (4 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in New Jersey?

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 Somerville for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Somerville

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.

Good Shepherd Christian Day Care

4.72 score

4.9(20)

300 Union Ave, Somerville, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

Note: The reviews provided are for Good Shepherd Christian Church, not the daycare center. No parent reviews about the daycare's services, staff, or child care quality are available. The church reviews praise the welcoming community and spiritual environment.

None mentioned regarding daycare services

The Wonder Years Academy

4.56 score

4.7(20)

250 Route 202 - 206 North, Somerville, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

The Wonder Years Academy receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring, family-oriented staff, clean facilities, and observable child development across communication, social skills, and academics.

Dedicated and compassionate staff who genuinely care about childrenclean and safe facilityexcellent outdoor playgroundstrong child development outcomes

Somerset County Ymca Somerville Early Education Center

3.68 score

3.6(20)

2 Green Street, Somerville, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

Somerset County YMCA Somerville Early Education Center receives mixed reviews with an average rating of 3.6/5. Parents praise the staff, swimming programs, and community engagement, but cite concerns about facility maintenance, crowding during peak hours, and administrative policies.

Friendly and helpful staffexcellent swimming instructiongood value for pricewell-maintained pool

Child Daycare & Preschools in Somerville, New Jersey

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Somerville, New Jersey, making up 57% of the 7 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 Somerville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Somerville, New Jersey, out of 7 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 Somerville, 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

Somerville offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 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 Somerville for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Somerville 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.

4 Child Daycare & Preschools in Somerville, New Jersey

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Somerville

Top Rated

Good Shepherd Christian Day Care

The Wonder Years Academy

Somerset County Ymca Somerville Early Education Center

Map

Daycare types in Somerville