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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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Primrose School Of Old Bridge
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Primrose School of Old Bridge receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, safe and clean environment, strong developmental outcomes for children, and excellent parent communication as key strengths.

Caring and dedicated teacherssafe and clean facilitiesindividualized attention for each child
Address
3647 Us Highway Route 9 North, Old Bridge, NJ
Phone
(732) 252-8694
Keyboard Kids International
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Note: Reviews provided are for Octopus Music School, not Keyboard Kids International daycare. Octopus Music School parents consistently praise patient, encouraging teachers who create a supportive learning environment for music instruction across all age groups, with flexible scheduling and performance opportunities.

Patient and encouraging instructorsengaging teaching styleflexible scheduling and make-up lessons
Address
6-10 Towne Center Dr, North Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 821-1400
John Kenney Child Care Center/Heller Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

John Kenney Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a loving, peaceful environment with exceptional staff. Parents highlight the teachers' genuine care, attentiveness, and ability to help children thrive academically and socially. Multiple families report their children are excited to attend daily and have thrived through their time at the center.

Caring and compassionate staffpeaceful and safe environmentage-appropriate activities and learning programs
Address
211 Mill Rd, Edison, NJ
Phone
(732) 287-4888
Tots & Blocks Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Tots & Blocks Nursery School for its warm, welcoming environment and dedicated staff. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily, show significant academic and social-emotional growth, and form strong bonds with teachers and peers. The school is noted as an excellent transition to kindergarten.

Caring and patient teacherswelcoming staffwarm and cozy atmosphere
Address
2 Worth Place, Old Bridge, NJ
Phone
(732) 679-0088
Peppermint Tree Child Care At Raritan
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Peppermint Tree for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated leadership under Director Valerie. Children show significant academic, social, and emotional growth, with families appreciating the strong sense of community and staff's attentiveness to individual child needs. Multiple parents highlight how the center helped children gain confidence and overcome previous negative childcare experiences.

Caring and attentive staffstrong director leadershipchildren eager to attend
Address
165 Fieldcrest Ave, Edison, NJ
Phone
(732) 225-7400
Alice In Wonderland
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Alice in Wonderland is a center-based daycare in Union City, NJ with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the attentive staff, clean facility, and caring environment where children feel at home and enjoy learning. Staff members Ms. Consuelo and Ms. Koala are specifically highlighted for their dedication and affectionate care.

Attentive staffclean facilitylarge playground
Address
725 - 17th Street, Union City, NJ
Phone
(201) 223-4488
A Step Ahead Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

A Step Ahead Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and warm, nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, their children's happiness and sense of safety, and noticeable progress in learning and social skills.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent parent communicationsafe and welcoming environment
Address
610-76th Street, North Bergen, NJ
Phone
(201) 869-5335
Academy House IV
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Academy House IV in Jersey City receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and dedicated staff, safe nurturing environment, and strong developmental support for children of all abilities. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making significant progress.

Compassionate and attentive staffDirector Christina's leadership and caresafe and clean environment
Address
3000 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 481-0102
Hudson County Area Vocational Tech School At Earl W Byrd Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise this vocational school for its quality education and caring teachers who help students achieve their goals. Reviews highlight the school's ability to provide certifications and practical skills training. The facility offers specialized programs including pharmaceutical classes.

Caring teachersquality educationgoal-oriented instruction
Address
525 Montgomery Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 413-5405
Reino Magico INC. Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Reino Magico as a safe, nurturing learning environment where children are happy and engaged. They highlight the qualified and caring staff, effective communication through daily activity apps, and measurable academic progress. Children reportedly enjoy attending and families feel confident in the center's operations.

Qualified and loving teacherssafe and nurturing environmenteffective parent communication via app
Address
701 Bergenline Ave, Union City, NJ
Phone
(201) 863-3358
Greatstart Early Learning Of South Plainfield
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Greatstart Early Learning as an exceptional daycare with a strong educational curriculum, caring and experienced staff, and a clean, safe environment. Children are described as well-prepared for kindergarten and showing significant developmental progress in academic skills, social-emotional learning, and life skills.

Experienced and stable staff with low turnoverstrong academic curriculum emphasizing reading and mathclean and well-maintained facility
Address
4001 Hadley Road, Suite F, South Plainfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 755-9669
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience – Monmouth Junction for its warm, welcoming environment and dedicated staff. Children reportedly adapt well to the center, enjoy learning, and show strong developmental growth. Director Ms. Kelley and the teaching staff receive particular recognition for their caring, professional approach and excellent communication with families.

Smooth transitions for new studentswarm and welcoming environmentpatient and conscientious teachers
Address
3754 Route 1 North, Monmouth Junction, NJ
Phone
(732) 422-7400
Education Station Day Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Marigold Academy (note: reviews reference Marigold Academy, not Education Station Day Care Inc.) as an exceptional, well-run daycare with a warm, nurturing environment. Director Ms. Dolly and the staff are highlighted for their genuine care, dedication, and ability to make children feel safe, loved, and excited about attending. Multiple parents report their children thrived academically and socially, with lasting emotional connections formed with the facility.

Caring and dedicated staffwarm and nurturing environmentstrong leadership and director involvement
Address
156 Washington Street, Bloomfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 743-7003
Liberty Montessori : The Place For Learning LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Liberty Montessori/Growing Seeds Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, nurturing environment and attentive staff. Parents highlight strong communication through daily updates and photos, developmental progress, convenient hours, and a sense of community. The school is frequently recommended as an excellent choice for early childhood education in the Jersey City area.

Warm and caring teachersresponsive and attentive staff
Address
6 Chapel Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Learning Tree Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Learning Tree Academy receives consistently exceptional feedback from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the warm, nurturing environment, dedicated staff who know each child individually, and strong communication. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and thriving developmentally.

Warm and welcoming home-like atmospherestaff knows every child by nameexcellent parent communication
Address
150 Park Place East, Wood-Ridge, NJ
Phone
(201) 460-7070
Right Start Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
200 W. Englewood Avenue, Teaneck, NJ
Phone
(201) 530-5598
Tween Tot Preschool At Trinity Lutheran Church
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
430 Knickerbocker Road, Tenafly, NJ
Phone
(201) 568-8821
Building Blocks Child Center 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Building Blocks Child Center in Waldwick receives consistently high praise from parents. Multiple reviews highlight excellent teachers, strong kindergarten preparation, cleanliness, and a nurturing yet disciplined environment. Parents report their children thrived academically and emotionally during their time at the center.

Caring and loving teachersexcellent kindergarten readiness preparationclean facilities
Address
136 Wyckoff Ave, Waldwick, NJ
Phone
(201) 447-3065
Little Explorers Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Little Explorers Learning Center for its warm, caring staff who treat children as their own. Children reportedly show strong intellectual and social development, and parents appreciate the clean facility, good communication via app updates, and home-like environment.

Caring and nurturing staffchild development and academic readinessclean and well-organized facility
Address
71 West Main Street, Bergenfield, NJ
Phone
(201) 385-0040
The Green House Preschool And Kindergarten LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

The Green House Preschool and Kindergarten receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the dedicated and caring staff, nurturing environment, engaging curriculum, and strong communication as key strengths that support their children's academic, social, and emotional development.

Dedicated and caring teacherswarm and nurturing environmentengaging hands-on curriculum
Address
1041 Maple Avenue, Ridgefield, NJ
Phone
(201) 945-5458
All Angels Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

All Angels Learning Center receives universal praise from parents who describe it as a warm, family-like environment with exceptional staff and strong educational programming. Parents consistently highlight their peace of mind leaving children in this center's care, noting significant academic and social development. The daycare is praised for its cleanliness, organization, creative activities, and welcoming atmosphere.

Caring and dedicated stafffamily-like nurturing environmentstrong academic instruction (letters
Address
223 Ridge Road, North Arlington, NJ
Phone
(201) 647-0239
Prodigy Academie LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Prodigy Academie for its nurturing, loving environment and highly dedicated staff who genuinely care for children's development. Reviews highlight strong teacher-child relationships, excellent communication with families, quality curriculum, and modern facilities. Multiple long-term families express deep gratitude and describe the center as a second home.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong emotional and developmental supportexcellent home-school communication
Address
875 Route 17 South, Ramsey, NJ
Phone
(201) 934-8009
Pinnacle Learning Center Mahwah INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Growing Seeds Learning Academy (listed as Pinnacle Learning Center) for its warm, nurturing environment and attentive staff. Children show strong development and excitement about attending, with parents appreciating the daily communication, clean facilities, and engaging activities. Director Ms. Jay is frequently highlighted for her hands-on leadership and genuine care.

Warm and welcoming staffhands-on directorchildren eager to attend
Address
109 W Ramapo Avenue, Mahwah, NJ
Phone
(201) 512-3313
Good Shepherd Christian Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Note: The reviews provided are for Good Shepherd Christian Church, not the daycare center. No parent reviews about the daycare's services, staff, or child care quality are available. The church reviews praise the welcoming community and spiritual environment.

None mentioned regarding daycare services
Address
300 Union Ave, Somerville, NJ
Phone
(908) 704-0080
The North Ward Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

The North Ward Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 4-5 stars. Parents highlight the dedicated and qualified staff, welcoming environment, and significant academic progress their children have made over multiple years of attendance.

Dedicated and hardworking staffrespectful teacherschildren learn significantly
Address
300-306 Mt. Prospect Avenue, Newark, NJ
Phone
(973) 350-0369
Building Blocks University Early Childhood Enrichment
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Building Blocks University Early Childhood Enrichment receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 4-5 stars. Parents highlight the caring teachers, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, clean facilities, and enrichment programs. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report high satisfaction with their experiences.

Caring and nurturing teachersexcellent kindergarten preparationclean facility
Address
85a Walnut Street, Montclair, NJ
Phone
(973) 744-7200
Kid'S First Adventure INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Kid's First Adventure Inc. receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the facility as a warm, family-oriented environment with caring staff. Parents consistently highlight the quality of instruction, engaging activities, and the center's flexibility in accommodating family schedules. Children reportedly enjoy attending and develop strong bonds with teachers and peers.

Caring and attentive stafffamily-like atmosphereengaging learning environment
Address
279 14th Avenue, Newark, NJ
Phone
(973) 757-2684
Brighter Tomorrows Children'S Academy And Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
578-582 Market Street, Newark, NJ
Phone
(973) 416-4141
Kiddie Kampus Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
108 Bloomfield Ave, Caldwell, NJ
Phone
(973) 226-1244
Little Hands And Feet Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Hands and Feet Childcare Center in Maplewood, NJ receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring staff, engaging activities, and strong leadership of Director Anesha. Parents report their children are happy, thriving, and well-cared for in a nurturing environment.

Caring and dedicated staffDirector Anesha's attentiveness and leadershipengaging daily activities and outings
Address
415-417 Boyden Avenue, Maplewood, NJ
Phone
(973) 762-8469

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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.