How do I choose the right daycare in South Plainfield?

When choosing a daycare in South Plainfield, 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 South Plainfield?

South Plainfield offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in South Plainfield, New Jersey (6 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 South Plainfield for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in South Plainfield

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.

Greatstart Early Learning Of South Plainfield

4.72 score

4.9(20)

4001 Hadley Road, Suite F, South Plainfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 103 children

Parents consistently praise Greatstart Early Learning as an exceptional daycare with a strong educational curriculum, caring and experienced staff, and a clean, safe environment. Children are described as well-prepared for kindergarten and showing significant developmental progress in academic skills, social-emotional learning, and life skills.

Experienced and stable staff with low turnoverstrong academic curriculum emphasizing reading and mathclean and well-maintained facilitycaring and patient teachers

Petits Enfants Academy LLC

4.67 score

5(10)

1 Cragwood Road, South Plainfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 132 children

Petits Enfants Academy LLC receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced teachers, clean facilities, and Montessori-based curriculum. Parents highlight the welcoming environment, strong teacher-child relationships, and communication app that keeps them updated throughout the day. The center is recommended for both infant care and pre-K programs.

Kind and caring teachersclean and spacious classroomsMontessori curriculumcommunication app with photos and videos

Creative Kids Academy

4.64 score

5(9)

1615 Clinton Avenue, South Plainfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 61 children

Creative Kids Academy receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff led by Director Mr. Dan. Parents report their children experience significant academic, social, and emotional growth, with excellent kindergarten preparation and a welcoming family-like environment.

Caring and professional stafffamily atmospherestrong academic and social-emotional learningcreative and engaging activities

Child Daycare & Preschools in South Plainfield, New Jersey

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in South Plainfield, New Jersey, making up 55% 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.

When choosing a daycare in South Plainfield, 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 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in South Plainfield, 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.

When choosing a daycare in South Plainfield, 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

South Plainfield offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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 South Plainfield for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in South Plainfield 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.

6 Child Daycare & Preschools in South Plainfield, New Jersey

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in South Plainfield

Top Rated

Greatstart Early Learning Of South Plainfield

Petits Enfants Academy LLC

Creative Kids Academy

A Small World

The Bookhouse INC.

Lil Big Ones LLC - Durham Plaza

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Daycare types in South Plainfield