How do I choose the right daycare in Summit?

When choosing a daycare in Summit, 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 Summit?

Summit offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities Church Daycare — 3 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Summit, New Jersey (11 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 Summit for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Summit

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.

Cornerstone School Of Summit

4.72 score

4.9(20)

561 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

Cornerstone School of Summit receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated teaching staff. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with strong communication between school and families. The school is noted for its well-structured curriculum, flexible hours, and optional enrichment programs.

caring and attentive teachersnurturing environmentsmooth transitions for new studentsstrong communication with parents

Summit Jewish Community Center Nursery School

4.55 score

5(6)

67 Kent Place Blvd, Summit, NJ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 53 children

Parents praise Summit Jewish Community Center Nursery School as a warm, welcoming, and inclusive community where families feel at home. The facility is noted for its quality early learning and religious education programs that help children develop pride in their Jewish identity. Multiple reviewers highlight the friendly, accepting atmosphere and strong leadership that welcomes people of all backgrounds.

Warm and welcoming communityinclusive and diverse membershipquality nursery and preschool programschildren develop Jewish identity and pride

Super Kids Child Care & Learning Center LLC

4.36 score

4.5(13)

2 Broad Street, Summit, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 266 children

Parents consistently praise Lightbridge Academy Summit for exceptional, loving care with highly attentive and professional staff. Children are happy, engaged, and learning daily in a clean, well-organized facility. Communication with parents is frequent and detailed, creating a strong sense of community and trust.

Caring and professional staffstrong communication with parentsclean and safe facilitychildren happy and excited to attend

Zadie'S Nurturing Den

4.25 score

4.4(8)

1 Walnut Street, Summit, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 191 children

Zadie's Nurturing Den receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with seven 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, strong leadership under director Tameka, and academic development of children. One 1-star review criticizes management decisions regarding COVID protocols and staff vaccination requirements, citing outbreaks and poor handling of past incidents like flooding.

Caring and nurturing teachersstrong director leadershipchild development and academic enrichmenttransparent communication

The Connection For Women And Families After School Program At Brayton School

4.07 score

4.1(15)

89 Tulip Street, Summit, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

The Connection receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its after-school program, gymnastics classes, and diverse offerings including swimming, dance, yoga, and ESL instruction. Parents praise the warm, friendly staff, clean facilities, and strong sense of community. One parent expressed frustration with the inflexible makeup class policy despite the program's high cost.

Warm and friendly staffclean and safe facilitiesdiverse class offerings (gymnasticsswimming

The Connection For Women And Families

4.07 score

4.1(15)

79 Maple Street, Summit, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

The Connection for Women and Families is highly rated by parents for its welcoming community atmosphere, diverse class offerings (gymnastics, swimming, yoga, ESL), and friendly, engaging staff. Parents consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, safety, and strong value. One parent expressed frustration with the inflexible makeup class policy despite the program's overall quality.

Warm and friendly staffclean and safe facilitiesdiverse class offeringsstrong community environment

Child Daycare & Preschools in Summit, New Jersey

There are 11 child daycare & preschools in Summit, New Jersey, making up 61% of the 18 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 Summit, 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 11 child daycare & preschools daycares in Summit, New Jersey, out of 18 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 Summit, 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

Summit offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
Church Daycare — 3 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Summit for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Summit 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.

11 Child Daycare & Preschools in Summit, New Jersey

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Summit

Top Rated

Cornerstone School Of Summit

Super Kids Child Care & Learning Center LLC

The Learning Circle Ymca

Overlook Hospital Child Care Center

Zadie'S Nurturing Den

St. Teresa'S Early Childhood Center

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