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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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Zone Four
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1132 South Orange Avenue, Newark, NJ
Phone
(973) 375-3399
Newark Fairmount Promiseneighborhoodafterschool Prog.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
359 13th Avenue, Newark, NJ
Phone
(862) 205-1071
Bloomfield Recreation Playgroup
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
280 Davey Street, Bloomfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 680-8530
Genius Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Learning Bridge Academy for its warm, nurturing environment and exceptional care. The daycare is noted for its bilingual (English/Russian) programming, creative activities, healthy meals, and strong teacher-child relationships. Families report their children are excited to attend and experience meaningful development across academics, language, and social skills.

Caring and patient teachersbilingual education and speech therapy supportlive camera access and daily communication updates
Address
508 South Livingston Avenue, Livingston, NJ
Phone
(973) 342-3221
Terri'S Tykes At U.S. Vision Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
10 Harmon Dr, Glendora, NJ
Phone
(856) 228-1001
Anna'S Angels Pediatric Medical Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
238-240 Mercer Street, Gloucester City, NJ
Phone
(856) 456-3450
Sunbeam Christian Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4522 Camden Ave, Pennsauken, NJ
Phone
(856) 665-6675
Tomorrow'S Hope Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Tomorrow's Hope Preschool for its caring, loving environment and excellent staff. Multiple families with multiple children have enrolled at the center and report positive experiences with communication, safety, and academic/emotional development. The school is described as fostering a strong community feel and easing transitions for first-time preschool families.

caring and loving teacherswelcoming staffstrong communication
Address
700 Cooper Road, Voorhees, NJ
Phone
(856) 985-5588
Atco Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2128 Atco Ave, Atco, NJ
Phone
(856) 767-1713
Little Minnie'S Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
579 Clinton Street, Camden, NJ
Phone
(856) 963-6600
Trinity Nursery School And Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
Route 70 And W Gate Dr, Cherry Hill, NJ
Phone
(856) 795-3123
Berlin United Methodist Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
151 S White Horse Pike, Berlin, NJ
Phone
(856) 767-7408
New Beginnings Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
704 Garden Street, Haddon Heights, NJ
Phone
(856) 547-4444
Rocky Hill Cooperative Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Rocky Hill Cooperative Nursery School for its nurturing, play-based learning environment and experienced teachers. The cooperative model allowing parent involvement creates a strong sense of community. Children show significant growth in social skills, creativity, and independence.

Experienced and caring teachersplay-based curriculumcreative activities and sensory exploration
Address
15 Montgomery Ave, Rocky Hill, NJ
Phone
(609) 924-9521
Montgomery Kid Connection
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
265 Burnt Hill Rd, Skillman, NJ
Phone
(908) 359-2111
Kiddie Care Nj LLC 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
911 Somerset Avenue, Lakewood, NJ
Phone
(732) 886-7000
Redeemer Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
37 Newton-Sparta Rd, Newton, NJ
Phone
(973) 383-0217
Alpine Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Alpine Montessori receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the school's Montessori approach, experienced and caring teachers, and strong academic outcomes. Parents report their children enter kindergarten academically advanced while developing excellent social-emotional skills, respect, and discipline. The clean, organized environment and dedicated staff are consistently highlighted as standout features.

Experienced and caring teachersMontessori philosophystrong academic preparation for kindergarten
Address
57 Main Street, Sparta, NJ
Phone
(973) 726-0349
Unitarian Society Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Unitarian Society Montessori School in East Brunswick receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across all reviews. Parents praise the caring, experienced staff, authentic Montessori curriculum that fosters independence and a love of learning, and the warm, nurturing community environment. Multiple families report long-term enrollment (4-9 years) and strong academic and social-emotional outcomes for their children.

Caring and experienced staff with 10+ year tenureauthentic Montessori curriculumchild-centered hands-on learning
Address
176 Tices La, East Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 246-0606
Oak Tree Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
200 Woodport Road, Sparta, NJ
Phone
(973) 729-1108
Savannah'S Playhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
550 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ
Phone
(732) 485-6778
Youth Enrichment Services Elc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
115 Commercial Ave, New Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 249-3881
New Oriental Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
20a & 24 Jersey Avenue, Metuchen, NJ
Phone
(732) 213-9618
Dayspring Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Dayspring Child Care Center for its nurturing environment, strong academic curriculum, and caring staff. Children reportedly thrive academically (learning to read, understanding science concepts) while developing a genuine love for attending. Parents appreciate the individualized attention, clean facilities, flexible scheduling, and varied activities.

Nurturing atmospherestrong academic foundationquality activities
Address
130 Whitman Ave, Metuchen, NJ
Phone
(732) 549-1020
Petits Enfants School LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Petits Enfants School LLC receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff led by owner Shilpa. Parents consistently highlight the nurturing environment, strong parent communication, smooth transitions for children of all ages, and well-structured curriculum that supports developmental growth.

Caring and patient staffsmooth transitions for new studentsexcellent parent communication and daily updates
Address
17 Oak Avenue, Metuchen, NJ
Phone
(732) 548-4335
The Kiddie Corral Child Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

The Kiddie Corral Child Learning Center in Monroe Township receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and knowledgeable staff, strong kindergarten program, enriching curriculum with guest educators and field trips, and clean facility. Multiple parents report their children have shown significant academic advancement.

Caring and trustworthy stafflow teacher turnoverstrong kindergarten program
Address
230 Prospect Plains Road, Monroe Twp, NJ
Phone
(732) 619-7689
Youth Services System - Mckinley
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

This facility appears to be a mental health/therapy practice rather than a daycare center. Reviews from therapy clients consistently praise the compassionate, personalized approach to mental health services, with particular recognition for therapists Lauren and Irene. Clients report significant personal growth, improved management of anxiety and depression, and appreciation for flexible scheduling options.

Personalized and compassionate therapy approachskilled and
Address
35 Van Dyke Ave, New Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 745-5300
Mae Field School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
411 Cindy Street, Old Bridge, NJ
Phone
(732) 679-6055
New Beginnings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
69 Main Street, Woodbridge, NJ
Phone
(732) 634-0362
Peas In A Pod Play 'N Learn
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
474 Inman Avenue, Colonia, NJ
Phone
(848) 467-4073

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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.