Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Westfield, NJ

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Westfield

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.

1. 1

   Compass Schoolhouse

   4.8 score

   5(20)

   125 Elmer Street, Westfield, NJ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 141 children

   Compass Schoolhouse receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, nurturing environment and skilled teachers. Parents consistently highlight the warm community feel, play-based curriculum, and genuine care staff show for each child's development and wellbeing.

   Caring and attentive teacherswarm and welcoming communityplay-based learning approachstrong communication from staff
2. 2

   Westfield Day Care Center

   4.55 score

   5(6)

   140 Mountain Ave, Westfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

   Parents consistently praise Westfield Day Care Center for its educational programming, caring staff, and clean facility. Children are reported to be happy and engaged, with parents appreciating the daily communication through apps, included meals, and strong teacher-child ratios. Multiple families have switched from other daycares and report high satisfaction.

   Educational and enrichment activitiesdedicated and caring teacherslow teacher turnoverincluded meals and snacks
3. 3

   Love Laugh Learn Dba Westfield Little School

   4.48 score

   4.6(20)

   462 West Broad Street, Westfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 53 children

   Parents consistently praise Westfield Little School for its warm, nurturing environment and attentive staff across all age groups. The facility is commended for excellent communication with parents, individualized care, and creating a strong sense of community and safety. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-cared for.

   Warm and attentive staffexcellent parent communicationindividualized carestrong sense of community
4. 4

   Time Out For Parents/The Presbyterian Church

   4.35 score

   4.7(5)

   140 Mountain Ave, Westfield, NJ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 32 children

   This listing appears to be mislabeled as a daycare; reviews are actually about Presbyterian Church of Westfield, a religious facility. Reviews praise the church's facilities, cleanliness, organization, welcoming atmosphere, and services rather than childcare services.

   Well-maintained and clean facilityexcellent organization and signagewelcoming and warm environmentquality music and sermons
5. 5

   Westfield Area Y Sacc

   4.24 score

   4.3(20)

   220 Clark Street, Westfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children

   Parents highly praise the Westfield Area Y SACC, highlighting excellent staff, clean facilities, and diverse programming for children of all ages. The daycare is noted for caring teachers like Ms. Julie and youth director Nick, as well as strong community atmosphere. Multiple reviewers emphasize the facility's cleanliness, organization, and range of activities from swimming to sports to academics.

   Excellent and caring staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesdiverse age-appropriate programsknowledgeable coaches
6. 6

   Westfield Area Y - Wilson Key Program

   4.24 score

   4.3(20)

   301 Linden Ave, Westfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

   Parents consistently praise the Westfield Area Y Wilson Key Program as a well-maintained facility with excellent staff and diverse programs for children. Reviews highlight quality instruction, cleanliness, and a welcoming community atmosphere. The daycare is noted for caring teachers and engaging activities across multiple age groups.

   Excellent staff and teachersclean and well-maintained facilitydiverse age-appropriate programsknowledgeable instructors
7. 7

   Cradles To Crayons Learning Center INC.

   4.24 score

   4.3(20)

   932 South Avenue West, Westfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

   Cradles to Crayons Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, long-tenured staff, strong security measures, and affordable pricing. Parents highlight the personal connections teachers build with children, in-room camera access for peace of mind, and developmentally appropriate curriculum. The facility is noted for reliability, cleanliness, and creating a welcoming community environment.

   Caring and attentive staffaffordable pricingin-room camera accessstrong security protocols
8. 8

   Noah'S Ark Country Day School

   4.2 score

   4.4(5)

   618 Central Ave, Westfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

   Noah's Ark Country Day School receives mostly positive feedback for caring staff, low turnover, comprehensive curriculum, and strong developmental outcomes for toddlers and preschoolers. However, one parent reported serious concerns about infant care, including inadequate supervision, limited toy access, and health issues that developed during enrollment.

   Caring and dedicated stafflow teacher turnoverattentive to allergies and special needscreative activities and weekly curriculum
9. 9

   Here We Grow Child Development Center

   4.08 score

   4.1(18)

   422 Central Ave, Westfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children

   Here We Grow receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the caring, experienced staff, smooth transitions for children, strong teacher-child relationships, and responsive management. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and excited about attending.

   caring and experienced staffsmooth transitions to daycarestrong peer relationshipsresponsive management

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