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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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Little People'S Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Reviewers highlight the center's long-standing professionalism, loving care, and engaging learning environment, with some noting it feels family-oriented and clean. Parents appreciate the attentive staff and high-quality meals, with one family enjoying multi-generational involvement over 13 years. The few reviews so far mention these positive aspects without citing any specific drawbacks.

professionalismloving careintentional and engaging learning
Address
141 E Blackwell Street, Dover, NJ
Phone
(973) 361-0695
Project Safe East Dover
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
302 East Mcfarland Street, Dover, NJ
Phone
(973) 537-7986
Bridges To Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight a recent change in ownership that has brought noticeable improvements, including a warm, attentive, and caring staff. Families report enhanced communication, a safe and organized environment, and high levels of child happiness and comfort.

new ownershipwarm and attentive staffimproved communication
Address
176 Route 46, Rockaway, NJ
Phone
(973) 627-1944
Magic Garden School & Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights long-term positive experiences with the center and its before and after care programs, citing trust in the directors and staff. The reviewer notes their daughter loved the environment and recommends the school highly, though they mention it is currently a second-choice option pending admission to a different integrated program.

trusted directors and ownersdedicated before and after carecaring staff
Address
113 Fern Ave, Wharton, NJ
Phone
(973) 328-9057
Little Friends Of Chatham
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Reviewers describe the center as amazing and perfect, highlighting the high level of respect shown toward the teaching staff. The few comments so far characterize the school and its personnel as great.

Amazing qualityperfect overall experiencerespectful teachers
Address
322 Main Street, Chatham, NJ
Phone
(973) 701-0202
Madison Community House Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the program's Summer Music Showcase 2025 as a standout feature, describing it as the best of its kind. This single positive note reflects a highly rated experience for this specific event.

Summer Music Showcase 2025 described as the best
Address
25 Cook Ave, Madison, NJ
Phone
(973) 377-0244
King Of Kings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the facility as a great church that maintains COVID protocols and features a new livestreaming system with high production quality. The single review does not mention any specific drawbacks to the program.

Great church environmentadherence to COVID protocolsnew livestreaming system
Address
145 Rt 46 West, Mountain Lakes, NJ
Phone
(973) 334-4085
Little Achievements Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Little Achievements Child Care Center in Landing, New Jersey receives exclusively 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and clean, safe facility. Parents consistently highlight the director Cindy and her team's commitment to child development, safety, and creating a warm, family-like environment. Children show strong academic progress and genuine enthusiasm for attending.

Patient and loving teachersclean and well-organized facilitystrong academic learning outcomes
Address
290 Mt. Arlington Blvd, Landing, NJ
Phone
(973) 601-1111
Inspire Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe Inspire Kids as a welcoming, multicultural center that fosters confidence and academic readiness through a pressure-free approach. Reviewers highlight the staff's personal attention, ensuring children feel like family and are physically cared for with cleanliness and grooming attention.

multicultural environmentgentle English language acquisitionconfident and happy children
Address
718 Route 10 West, Hanover Twp, NJ
Phone
(973) 515-5300
Rhyme And Reason
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the warm, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff at Rhyme and Reason, noting that children feel safe and enjoy learning. Reviewers appreciate the strong educational foundation, with children arriving at kindergarten prepared and confident, as well as the creation of homemade gifts and art projects.

safe and loving environmentdedicated and kind staffstrong academic preparation
Address
8 Myers Ave, Denville, NJ
Phone
(973) 625-4455
Wise Owl Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents report that their children enjoy attending the center, noting significant developmental progress and a safe, clean environment. Reviewers highlight the staff's reliability and ability to work effectively with various types of children.

children enjoy attendingreliable staffclean and safe facility
Address
152 Kinnelon Rd, Kinnelon, NJ
Phone
(973) 838-0090
Jacksonville Chapel Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the Christ-centered approach and dedicated staff, while another notes the engaging music program and well-equipped facilities. Reviewers appreciate the caring teachers and the balance of academic and physical activities.

Christ-centered curriculumcaring and dedicated teachersengaging music program
Address
264 Jacksonville Rd, Lincoln Park, NJ
Phone
(973) 334-2798
Mendham Cooperative Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the warm, welcoming community and deeply invested staff who foster their children's academic and emotional growth. Reviewers appreciate the joyful environment where children feel seen and supported, leading to lasting friendships for families.

Warm and welcoming communitydedicated teachersfocus on academic and emotional wellbeing
Address
8 Orchard Street, Mendham, NJ
Phone
(973) 543-6401
The Westmont Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

The Westmont Montessori School is highly regarded as the only American Montessori Society-accredited Montessori school in the area, with parents praising its calm, intentionally prepared classrooms and teachers who guide children with respect and patience. Families consistently report that children are excited to attend, thrive academically and socially, and feel known as individuals within a strong, welcoming community.

AMS accreditationcalm and beautiful classroomsrespectful teaching approach
Address
577 Route 24, Mendham, NJ
Phone
(908) 879-6355
First Impressions
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the center's friendly staff and engaging, play-based curriculum that fosters social-emotional growth and excitement for school. Reviewers appreciate the structured daily routine, ample outdoor time, and supportive resources provided for home use.

Friendly teachers and aidesstudent excitementsocial-emotional development support
Address
7 Prospect Point Road, Lake Hopatcong, NJ
Phone
(973) 663-1880
Chatham Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
460 Main Street, Chatham, NJ
Phone
(973) 635-5261
East Hanover Co-Operative Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the staff's dedication and individualized attention, noting that children feel cared for like family. Reviewers emphasize the educational value and the development of lifelong friendships in a fun environment.

amazing staffeducational experiencesgreat care
Address
469 Ridgedale Ave, East Hanover, NJ
Phone
(973) 515-0477
Smoke Rise Cooperative Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Smoke Rise Cooperative Nursery School is a highly regarded play-based preschool in Kinnelon, NJ that serves surrounding towns. Parents consistently praise the loving, qualified staff, small class sizes, strong academic and social development, and active parent community. Children show excellent kindergarten readiness and enthusiasm for attending school.

Warm and nurturing staff with strong academic backgroundsplay-based curriculumsmall class sizes with individual attention
Address
38 N Rd, Kinnelon, NJ
Phone
(973) 838-9088
Children'S Corner
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that teachers are wonderful, patient, and kind, while highlighting an educational and fun preschool program. The review also notes a positive communication practice where parents receive weekly photos or videos of their child's activities on Fridays.

patient and kind teacherseducational and fun preschool programweekly photo and video updates
Address
475 South Street, Morristown, NJ
Phone
(973) 593-2450
Stepping Stones Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Stepping Stones Montessori for its genuine Montessori approach, dedicated staff led by Mrs. Scott/Deborah, and nurturing environment where children develop academically, emotionally, and socially. Multiple families report their children have thrived, learned to read and write, and developed independence and kindness. Parents describe the school as an extension of their family rather than just a daycare.

authentic Montessori teachingdedicated and nurturing staffchild independence and pride in work
Address
17 Maple Street, Netcong, NJ
Phone
(973) 448-3600
Jonan Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe Jonan Academy as a nurturing, family-like environment that successfully blends academic rigor and structure with fun. Reviewers highlight the benefits of mixed-age small groups and note that the school's emphasis on good behavior and academics may not suit every child or family. Several families have traveled significant distances to attend, indicating high satisfaction with the program's unique approach.

nurturing learning environmentmixed-age small groupsstrong focus on academics and good behavior
Address
91 Central Ave, Stirling, NJ
Phone
(908) 251-5314
Busy Beaver Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights that despite recent center changes and circulating rumors, the current teacher, Ms. Karen, is caring and individualizes instruction to prepare children for kindergarten. The reviewer feels the program successfully challenges students and ensures readiness for the next academic stage.

caring teacherindividualized instructionkindergarten preparation
Address
211 Main Street, Lincoln Park, NJ
Phone
(973) 694-2358
Beaver Brook Child Care Center Dba Kids At Play
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes their daughter's experience at the center, noting that she loved the program and continues to speak fondly of the teachers. The reviewer highlights the outdoor-focused curriculum and creative play as key strengths that made it their favorite childcare experience.

outdoor programmingnature-based learningcreative play
Address
59 Beaver Brook Road Sute 101, Lincoln Park, NJ
Phone
(973) 628-8268
Tomorrows Child Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Tomorrow's Child Montessori School in Lawrenceville receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewed parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, patient staff, Montessori approach, and significant developmental growth their children experience. The school is described as a welcoming, home-like environment with excellent communication through daily photos and updates.

Patient and caring teachersMontessori curriculumchild confidence and independence development
Address
110 Federal City Road, Lawrenceville, NJ
Phone
(609) 896-1997
Kids Connect
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Kids Connect is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Montville, NJ with perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, professional staff, safe and clean environment, and individualized attention to each child's needs and development.

Caring and professional staffsafe and clean facilitysmall class sizes with good teacher-student ratios
Address
2 Changebridge Road -, Unit G, Montville, NJ
Phone
(973) 541-1800
Elements Of Learning 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Elements of Learning 2 receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and director Parul for creating a nurturing, educational environment where children thrive. Parents consistently highlight the small, independently-owned setting, strong teacher-to-child ratios, structured learning activities, and excellent communication as key strengths that make their children excited to attend.

Caring and dedicated staffDirector Parul's leadership and involvementSmall class sizes with individualized attention
Address
5561 Berkshire Valley Road, Oak Ridge, NJ
Phone
(973) 545-2211
Meridian Early Childhood Education Center At Ocean Medical C
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the center as an excellent preschool, noting that the teachers and staff are extremely professional and friendly. With no other feedback available, specific concerns are not yet identified.

professional stafffriendly staffexcellent preschool environment
Address
980 Rt. 70, Brick, NJ
Phone
(732) 206-8090
Point Beach Prep Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
700 Forman Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
Phone
(732) 701-9900
First Adventure Preschool & Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

First Adventure Preschool & Childcare in Forked River receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the genuine, caring staff who create a nurturing and safe environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Parents highlight the cleanliness of the facility, seamless classroom transitions, and strong teacher-child relationships.

Caring and compassionate staffgenuine teacher-child bondsclean facility
Address
430 W Lacey Road, Forked River, NJ
Phone
(609) 693-3778
The Ultimate Scholar II INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highly recommends The Ultimate Scholar II Inc., noting that the staff is nice and kind. The reviewer's daughter enjoys attending the center.

kind staffnice staffenjoyable for children
Address
1520 Blvd, Seaside Heights, NJ
Phone
(732) 830-5000

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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.