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3,122 Child Daycare & Preschools in New Jersey

Browse 3,122 child daycare & preschools across New Jersey. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in New Jersey

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in New Jersey can make the decision-making process smoother.

New Jersey has about 4,125 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in New Jersey. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in New Jersey

There are 4,125 daycares in New Jersey: 101 headstart facilities, 689 before/after school centers, 213 religious facility daycares, and 3,122 childcare and preschool centers.

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Acelero Learning Pierce Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1700 Pierce Avenue, Camden, NJ
Phone
(856) 361-7427
Partners In Parenting II - C/O Woodrow Wilson High School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3100 Federal Street, Camden, NJ
Phone
(856) 966-6616
Cresthill Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Cresthill Academy in Hoboken receives universal praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff, strong educational outcomes, and a nurturing environment. Children consistently demonstrate accelerated learning in academics, social skills, and development, with parents noting improved communication and daily engagement from teachers. Families feel their children are safe, happy, and thriving in a well-organized, clean facility with quality meals.

Professional and attentive staffstrong parent communicationorganized and clean classrooms
Address
1330 Sinatra Drive North, Hoboken, NJ
Phone
(201) 793-8930
Roselle Day Care Center First Presbyterian Church
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
111 W Fifth Avenue, Roselle, NJ
Phone
(908) 241-8787
Washington Community School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
191 Avenue B, Bayonne, NJ
Phone
(201) 858-5990
Saleem Abdullah Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1 Ocean Ave, Barnegat, NJ
Phone
(609) 660-9101
Preschool Playhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
625 Avenne C, Bayonne, NJ
Phone
(201) 455-7122
Nicholas Oresko Community School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
33 East 24th Street, Bayonne, NJ
Phone
(201) 858-6281
Kawamieh Middle School Aftercare Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
490 David Terrace, Union, NJ
Phone
(908) 688-9622
Lacasa De Donpedro Early Childhood Ctr. Viii
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
432-437 South 15th Street, Newark, NJ
Phone
(973) 242-0696
James Monroe Abc Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7 Sharp Road, Edison, NJ
Phone
(732) 248-7310
Bethel Assembly Of God
Child Daycare & Preschools

Bethel Assembly of God is a church-based center in Newark that receives consistently positive feedback for its welcoming, diverse community and supportive staff. Parents appreciate the facility's food pantry program and describe it as a warm, spiritual environment. One review noted a concern about expired food items in the pantry.

Welcoming and diverse communitykind and helpful stafffood pantry assistance program
Address
580 Mt Prospect Avenue, Newark, NJ
Phone
(973) 484-6660
Cradles To Crayons
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
26 Headquaters Plaza, Morristown, NJ
Phone
(973) 953-9838
The Boys And Girls Club Of Paterson
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Boys and Girls Club of Paterson receives unanimous 5-star ratings from reviewers who praise it as a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children and teens. Parents and participants highlight the quality of staff, diverse programming including academics, sports, arts, and swimming, and the strong sense of community and belonging the organization provides.

Safe and supportive environmentdedicated staffeducational and fun programs
Address
264 21st Ave, Paterson, NJ
Phone
(973) 279-3055
Omega Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6908 Park Ave, Guttenberg, NJ
Phone
(201) 869-3535
Prime Time Sacc-Hillside Ave. School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
115 Hillside Ave, Cranford, NJ
Phone
(908) 709-6229
Pee Wee World Childcare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
704 Sunset Road, Burlington, NJ
Phone
(609) 614-2460
South Jersey Childcare Corp Dba Lightbridge Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Lightbridge Academy Mount Laurel receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, bright facility, and well-rounded curriculum. Parents consistently report their children are happy, safe, and learning well while enjoying enriching activities and strong parent communication.

Loving and responsive teachersbright and spacious facility with two playgrounds and auditoriumstrong curriculum with extra activities (soccer
Address
4518 Church Road, Mount Laurel, NJ
Phone
(856) 552-2808
The Learning Experience At Cherry Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience at Cherry Hill for its warm, family-centered environment and genuinely caring staff who go above and beyond. Children reportedly arrive happy daily and form strong bonds with teachers. New leadership has restored the center's welcoming atmosphere after a period of less engagement.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsclean and well-organized facility
Address
421 Third Avenue, Cherry Hill, NJ
Phone
(856) 662-6002
Linden Boe A/C 6
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
19 E Morris Avenue, Linden, NJ
Phone
(732) 215-8707
Linden Boe A/C 4
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1602 Dill Avenue, Linden, NJ
Phone
(201) 407-6377
Linden Boe A/C 10
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2801 Highland Ave, Linden, NJ
Phone
(732) 215-2284
Boys & Girls Club Of Clifton Schools Out Program - P.S. #1
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise the Boys & Girls Club of Clifton Schools Out Program as a safe, family-oriented facility with excellent instructors and well-organized operations. The program offers diverse activities including swimming, sports, and summer camps with professional staff. All reviewers gave high ratings, citing friendly employees, good drop-off procedures, and quality instruction.

Professional and friendly staffwell-organized drop-off proceduresexcellent swim instructors
Address
158 Park Slope, Clifton, NJ
Phone
(973) 773-0966
Ra-Cranford LLC. Dba Lightbridge Academy-Cranford
Child Daycare & Preschools

Lightbridge Academy-Cranford receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, skilled staff, child development outcomes, and operational features like flexible hours and classroom cameras.

Warm and attentive staffpersonalized child attentionobservable developmental progress in children
Address
560 South Avenue East, Cranford, NJ
Phone
(908) 653-1231
Kiddie Academy Of Springfield
Child Daycare & Preschools

Kiddie Academy of Springfield receives unanimous 5-star reviews praising the staff's warmth, attentiveness, and genuine care for children. Parents highlight excellent communication, inclusive curriculum, and the family-like atmosphere created by the director Ms. Sandra and her team. Multiple parents report significant developmental progress in their children's speech, social skills, and emotional adjustment.

Warm and caring staffexcellent parent-teacher communicationstrong leadership from director Ms. Sandra
Address
25 Route 22 East, Springfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 315-3177
Catapult Learning At George Washington School #1
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
250 Broadway, Elizabeth, NJ
Phone
(908) 436-6104
Montessori Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
113 Engle Street, Englewood, NJ
Phone
(201) 923-6197
Boys & Girls Club Of Clifton Schools'Out Program Ps #17
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Boys & Girls Club of Clifton Schools'Out Program PS #17 for its family-oriented atmosphere, professional staff, and diverse programming including swim lessons, sports, and summer activities. The organization is noted as safe, well-organized, and well-respected in the community. Most reviews highlight positive experiences across instructors, management, and overall facility operations.

Family-oriented environmentprofessional and friendly stafforganized drop-off procedures
Address
361 Lexington Ave, Clifton, NJ
Phone
(973) 773-0966
Catapult Learning At Orlando Edreira School #26
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1014 S. Elmora Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ
Phone
(908) 436-6164
Little Spring Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
112 Center Street, Garwood, NJ
Phone
(732) 668-3296

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3,122 child daycare & preschools daycares across New Jersey. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in New Jersey are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through New Jersey's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in New Jersey, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (New Jersey sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in New Jersey vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.