Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Stanhope, NJ
Compare 6 child daycare & preschools in Stanhope. Average rating: 4.18/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Stanhope, New Jersey at a glance
- Programs
- 6
- Avg rating
- 4.18/5
- Parent reviews
- 58
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 2
Stanhope has 6 licensed child daycare & preschools with 58 parent reviews averaging 4.18/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Stanhope
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.
- 1Deniece'S "Homestyle" Daycare LLC4.77 score5(17)
49 Brooklyn Rd, Stanhope, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children
Deniece's Homestyle Daycare receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who value its family-style home environment, mixed-age learning model, and strong outdoor play opportunities. Parents consistently report their children thriving developmentally and socially, with excellent preparation for kindergarten and strong relationships with caring, experienced staff.
mixed-age learning environmentindividualized attentionstrong academic and social developmentfamily - 2Early Discovery Learning Center LLC4.4 score4.5(20)
120 Route 183, Stanhope, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children
Early Discovery Learning Center receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and director Mary Jo. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and thriving developmentally. The center offers structured activities, flexible hours, and creates a nurturing environment where children feel comfortable and excited to attend.
Caring and passionate staffDirector Mary Jo's dedication and personal attentionChild development and learning outcomesSafe and welcoming environment - 3Our Savior Nursery School4 score4(6)
143 Brooklyn Rd, Stanhope, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Our Savior Nursery School receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising passionate staff, strong learning experiences, and a family-like environment. However, one parent reported the school was unwilling to work with their 2-year-old during the adjustment period, suggesting limited tolerance for typical toddler behavior.
Passionate and caring staffexcellent learning environmentchildren enjoy attendingfamily-like atmosphere - 4First Impressions Childcare Center3.59 score3.4(11)
154 Brooklyn Road, Stanhope, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children
First Impressions Childcare Center receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff, clean environment, and developmental progress of their children. However, several parents report serious safety concerns including a finger injury incident, inadequate supervision, and frequent illness-related pickups. The facility appears to divide parents into strong advocates and those with significant safety and cleanliness concerns.
Caring and attentive staffclean and bright environmentreasonable pricingstrong developmental progress
Rating Distribution
Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Stanhope
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Stanhope, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Stanhope zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07874 | 7 | 4.18 | 2 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Stanhope (15–89 children)
Small
up to 30 children
3
Medium
31–75 children
3
Large
76–150 children
1
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Stanhope based on parent reviews
Deniece'S "Homestyle" Daycare LLC
49 Brooklyn Rd, Stanhope, NJ
Deniece's Homestyle Daycare receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who value its family-style home environment, mixed-age learning model, and strong outdoor play opportunities. Parents consistently report their children thriving developmentally and socially, with excellent preparation for kindergarten and strong relationships with caring, experienced staff.
Early Discovery Learning Center LLC
120 Route 183, Stanhope, NJ
Early Discovery Learning Center receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and director Mary Jo. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and thriving developmentally. The center offers structured activities, flexible hours, and creates a nurturing environment where children feel comfortable and excited to attend.
Our Savior Nursery School
143 Brooklyn Rd, Stanhope, NJ
Our Savior Nursery School receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising passionate staff, strong learning experiences, and a family-like environment. However, one parent reported the school was unwilling to work with their 2-year-old during the adjustment period, suggesting limited tolerance for typical toddler behavior.
Creative Kid Kare Day Care
7 Lackawanna Dr, Stanhope, NJ
Parents highlight the staff's caring nature and ability to treat children like family, with one teacher noting her own children attend. However, a single negative account alleges unequal treatment, including restricted reading and food access.
First Impressions Childcare Center
154 Brooklyn Road, Stanhope, NJ
First Impressions Childcare Center receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff, clean environment, and developmental progress of their children. However, several parents report serious safety concerns including a finger injury incident, inadequate supervision, and frequent illness-related pickups. The facility appears to divide parents into strong advocates and those with significant safety and cleanliness concerns.
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Daycare types in Stanhope
Child Daycare & Preschools in Stanhope, New Jersey
There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Stanhope, New Jersey, making up 86% 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.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Stanhope have an average rating of 4.18 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.18 stars. Our analysis covers 58 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Stanhope, 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 Stanhope
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Deniece's Homestyle Daycare receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who value its family-style home environment, mixed-age learning model, and strong outdoor play opportunities. Parents consistently report their children thriving developmentally and socially, with excellent preparation for kindergarten and strong relationships with caring, experienced staff.
- Address
- 49 Brooklyn Rd, Stanhope, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 691-4358
Early Discovery Learning Center receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and director Mary Jo. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and thriving developmentally. The center offers structured activities, flexible hours, and creates a nurturing environment where children feel comfortable and excited to attend.
- Address
- 120 Route 183, Stanhope, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 448-6789
Our Savior Nursery School receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising passionate staff, strong learning experiences, and a family-like environment. However, one parent reported the school was unwilling to work with their 2-year-old during the adjustment period, suggesting limited tolerance for typical toddler behavior.
- Address
- 143 Brooklyn Rd, Stanhope, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 347-1818
Parents highlight the staff's caring nature and ability to treat children like family, with one teacher noting her own children attend. However, a single negative account alleges unequal treatment, including restricted reading and food access.
- Address
- 7 Lackawanna Dr, Stanhope, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 347-0733
First Impressions Childcare Center receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff, clean environment, and developmental progress of their children. However, several parents report serious safety concerns including a finger injury incident, inadequate supervision, and frequent illness-related pickups. The facility appears to divide parents into strong advocates and those with significant safety and cleanliness concerns.
- Address
- 154 Brooklyn Road, Stanhope, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 347-4450
- Address
- 11 Mansfield Dr, Stanhope, NJ
- Phone
- (973) 347-2553
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Frequently asked questions
- Licensing status with New Jersey's regulatory agency
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- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
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- Location and hours that fit your schedule
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