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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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The Little Neighborhood Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
429 Kearny Ave, Kearny, NJ
Phone
(201) 998-7384
Precious Angels 1 LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Precious Angels 1 LLC receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff, strong curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the small class sizes, cleanliness, and daily communication through the facility's app. Children are described as loving attending the center daily.

Caring and attentive staffstrong curriculumsmall class sizes with good teacher-to-student ratios
Address
545 Kearny Ave, Suite 2, Kearny, NJ
Phone
(201) 246-1500
Kidz Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Kidz Campus receives consistently high praise from parents across all age groups. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, safe environment, and strong communication through daily photo/video updates. Children show visible growth, confidence, and enthusiasm about attending.

Attentive and loving staffclean facilitydaily communication via app with pictures/videos
Address
682 White Horse Pike, Absecon, NJ
Phone
(609) 385-0145
Learn Smart Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Learn Smart Preschool in Rutherford receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the staff's genuine care, individualized attention to each child's development, and inclusive environment. Parents report significant improvements in their children's learning and social-emotional growth.

Caring and knowledgeable staffindividualized child development supportinclusive classroom settings
Address
145 Mortimer Ave, Rutherford, NJ
Phone
(201) 438-7633
Les Enfants Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Les Enfants Pre-School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, experienced staff, smooth transitions for children, engaging curriculum, and nurturing environment that makes children eager to attend.

Caring and experienced teacherssmooth transition for anxious childrenengaging curriculum and activities
Address
223 14th Street, Palisades Park, NJ
Phone
(201) 592-6695
The Apple Tree Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Apple Tree Child Development Center receives consistently perfect 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, safe environment, and strong academic curriculum. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, security measures, included extracurricular activities, and small teacher-student ratios. Many families use the center for multiple children across infant through kindergarten and report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten and genuinely happy to attend.

Caring and warm staffsmall class ratiosstrong academic curriculum
Address
545 Goffle Rd, Wyckoff, NJ
Phone
(201) 447-2266
Genesis Preschool And Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Genesis Preschool and Academy for its caring, dedicated staff, individualized child-centered approach, and enriching programs. Children thrive academically and developmentally in a clean, safe environment with diverse activities including field trips, music, sports, and special programs. The director Jinah and her team are highly involved and responsive to family needs.

Kind and patient teachersindividualized attentionsmall class sizes
Address
1209 Anderson Avenue, 2nd Fl, Fort Lee, NJ
Phone
(201) 224-7700
The Green House Preschool And Kindergarten INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Green House Preschool and Kindergarten receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, strong academic and social development of children, and a welcoming family-like environment that makes them confident in their child's care.

Warm and caring staffprofessional and skilled teachersclean and well-maintained facilities
Address
2070 Jones Rd, Fort Lee, NJ
Phone
(201) 944-6655
Plusone Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise iPlusOne Academy for its caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, and educational curriculum. The bilingual Korean program, weekly photo updates, engaging activities, and optional enrichment classes are frequently highlighted. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show measurable growth academically and socially.

Warm and attentive teachersclean and well-maintained facilitiesbilingual Korean program
Address
271 Livingston Street, Suite L, Northvale, NJ
Phone
(201) 767-1425
B 4 School Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

B 4 SCHOOL LEARNING CENTER receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing environment and director Ms. Lupe's leadership. Parents report their children are happy, excited to attend daily, and well-prepared for kindergarten, with staff that treats students like family.

Loving and attentive staffhappy and excited childrensafe enclosed playground
Address
1-36 30th St, Fair Lawn, NJ
Phone
(201) 797-6363
Susana'S Day Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Susana's Day Care Center is a highly-regarded facility in Garfield with 15+ years of operation. Parents consistently praise the nurturing environment, dedicated staff (particularly owner Cristal), cleanliness, communication, and child development outcomes. Children reportedly arrive happy daily and show measurable learning progress.

Warm and caring environmentdedicated and loving staffcleanliness and organization
Address
184 Lincoln Place, Garfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 546-0600
Tlc Plus Lll
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
449 Market Street, Saddle Brook, NJ
Phone
(201) 403-4409
Sweet Peas Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Sweet Peas Learning Center in Totowa, NJ receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong educational programs, and excellent communication through cameras and the Tadpoles app. Children show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate measurable learning progress.

Loving and attentive staffresponsive ownershipin-classroom cameras
Address
80 Commerce Way, Totowa, NJ
Phone
(973) 785-0417
First Class Learning And Development Ctr.INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise First Class Learning and Development Center for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Director Marisa and the teaching team are highlighted for their dedication, communication, and ability to help children thrive academically and emotionally. Multiple long-term families report feeling confident in their children's safety and development.

Caring and professional staffDirector Marisa's leadership and personal attentionclean facility
Address
683 Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 680-9000
Genesis Pre-School Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Genesis Pre-School Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, individualized attention to children, well-planned curriculum, and diverse enrichment activities including field trips, music, sports, and summer programs. The facility is described as clean, safe, and supportive of both academic development and emotional growth.

Kind and patient teachersindividualized child-centered approachsmall class sizes
Address
1038 Clinton Ave, Irvington, NJ
Phone
(973) 371-3160
One Step Ahead Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

One Step Ahead Learning Center receives universal praise from parents who highlight the director Ms. Marlene's leadership, staff dedication, and focus on academic and social development. Parents consistently mention a clean facility, caring teachers, and a Christian-based environment that makes families feel supported.

Experienced and caring directorknowledgeable and genuine staffclean facility
Address
1 4th Ave., East Orange, NJ
Phone
(973) 677-7614
Cherry Hill Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Cherry Hill Montessori receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the warm, nurturing Montessori environment and exceptional staff. Parents report significant academic and emotional growth in their children, with particular appreciation for the caring administrative team (Kerri and Janine) and individual teachers. The school's family-oriented approach and responsiveness to parent concerns are frequently highlighted as standout qualities.

Montessori curriculum effectivenessindividual attention to each child's needswarm and nurturing environment
Address
1825 Garden Ave, Cherry Hill, NJ
Phone
(856) 751-0525
Bright Beginnings Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Bright Beginnings Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and family-oriented atmosphere. Parents highlight their children's emotional well-being, developmental progress, and genuine sense of safety at the facility. Multiple reviewers emphasize trust in the center's care and recommend it highly to other families.

Genuinely caring and professional stafffamily-oriented atmosphereclean facility
Address
1600 Chapel Avenue, Suite 200, Cherry Hill, NJ
Phone
(856) 438-5321
Saint Cecilia'S Little Angels Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Saint Cecilia's Little Angels for exceptional care, structured curriculum, and affordability. Reviews highlight caring staff, nutritious homemade meals, engaging activities, and strong preparation for kindergarten. Multiple parents express strong satisfaction and would recommend the facility.

Caring and trained staffhomemade nutritious meals prepared onsiteaffordable tuition compared to competitors
Address
4800 Camden Ave, Pennsauken, NJ
Phone
(856) 662-9228
First Class Childcare Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise First Class Childcare Academy for its nurturing staff, clean facilities, and strong communication with families. Director Marisa and the teaching staff are frequently highlighted for their professionalism, warmth, and genuine care. Children show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate academic progress in a supportive learning environment.

Caring and professional staffdirector knows children by nameclean facilities
Address
111 Sutton'S Lane, Piscataway, NJ
Phone
(732) 463-1900
Crossroads
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
225 Olden La, Princeton, NJ
Phone
(609) 951-4699
Little Kids College INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Little Kids College Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the developmental support, educational quality, and caring staff. Most reviewers highlight strong teacher communication, kindergarten preparation, and a nurturing environment. One negative review criticized the younger group's teaching quality.

developmental and educational supportmilestone trackingwelcoming and supportive staff
Address
850 Cherry Street, Trenton, NJ
Phone
(609) 278-0655
East Hanover Afterschool Childcare - Central School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise East Hanover Afterschool Childcare for its caring, experienced staff and family-owned atmosphere. Children reportedly come home happy and well-prepared for school, with staff showing genuine passion for child development and education. The facility maintains low teacher turnover and strong curriculum standards that impress local schools.

Caring and dedicated stafflow teacher turnoverexperienced teachers with years of tenure
Address
400 Ridgedale Avenue, East Hanover, NJ
Phone
(973) 887-0358
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Learning Experience Denville receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, nurturing environment, strong communication, and engaging curriculum. The center appears to have successfully improved its management and operations, creating a positive experience for children during their transition to daycare.

Caring and professional staffnurturing environmentstrong parent-teacher communication
Address
3121 Route 10 East, Denville, NJ
Phone
(973) 442-5760
Sunnyfields Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Sunnyfields Learning Center receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the passionate and dedicated staff, strong owner involvement, excellent communication, and nurturing environment that prepares children academically and socially for kindergarten.

Caring and dedicated stafflow turnover rateowner involvement (Ms. Jenn and Ms. Alysse)
Address
494 Route 10 West, Whippany, NJ
Phone
(973) 887-8522
Genius Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Genius Kids Academy in Howell Township receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring and professional staff led by director Marina, quality educational programs, and clean facilities as key strengths. Parents report their children are happy, well-fed with healthy organic meals, and benefit from activities like outdoor play and a summer pool.

caring and attentive staffdirector Marina's leadershipclean facility
Address
29 Newbury Road, Howell Twp, NJ
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Care On The Square
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
601 Lake Ave, Asbury Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 502-8333
Genius Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Genius Kids Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and supportive learning environment. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, nutritious homemade meals, live camera access, responsive management, and comprehensive curriculum including language classes. Multiple families report their children have thrived over multi-year enrollments.

caring and attentive teacherssmooth transitions for new students
Address
701 Ginesi Drive, Marlboro Township, NJ
Phone
(732) 851-6427
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience Bayville for its clean, safe environment and exceptionally caring staff. Multiple reviews highlight the director Dena's leadership and individual teachers' abilities to connect with children and address their specific needs. Families report their children thrive emotionally, socially, and developmentally at this center.

Clean and welcoming environmentattentive and personable staffdirector shows exceptional leadership and care
Address
839 Route 9, Bayville, NJ
Phone
(732) 606-1770
Bright Beginnings Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Bright Beginnings Child Care Center in Mount Laurel receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings praising the staff's genuine care, professionalism, and nurturing environment. Parents highlight their children's developmental progress, strong sense of security, and the family-oriented atmosphere.

Caring and professional staffgenuine love for childrenclean facility
Address
3115 Route 38, Suite 400, Mount Laurel, NJ
Phone
(856) 866-0039

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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.