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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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Over The Rainbow Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Over the Rainbow Child Development Center in Bordentown, NJ receives uniformly positive reviews (all 5/5 ratings) with parents praising the caring, attentive staff, clean facility, and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and thriving in a safe, nurturing environment. The center is noted for its thoughtful curriculum, organized events, and use of technology to keep parents informed.

caring and attentive staffclean and
Address
146 Route 130, Bordentown, NJ
Phone
(609) 291-0800
Care For Me Children'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise CARE For Me as an exceptional daycare center with a warm, family-like environment. Director Keisha Daniels and her staff are highlighted for their professionalism, genuine care for children, continuing education, and strong communication with parents. All 10 reviews awarded 5-star ratings, with families reporting their children thrive academically and emotionally at the center.

Warm and welcoming environmentcompassionate and passionate staffdirector with Masters degree in Early Childhood Education
Address
6002 Westfield Ave, Pennsauken, NJ
Phone
(856) 663-3094
Peace Lutheran Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
328 E Great Creek Rd, Galloway Township, NJ
Phone
(609) 748-0094
Garden Friends
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Garden Friends is consistently praised by parents as an exceptional daycare and preschool with a family-oriented atmosphere, caring staff led by director Terri Kelly, and a strong academic curriculum. Children develop advanced academic skills, learn multiple languages and topics through monthly themes, and form lasting friendships. Parents report high satisfaction across multiple years of enrollment.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong academic curriculumbilingual education (Spanish and sign language)
Address
3018 Bordentown Ave, Old Bridge, NJ
Phone
(732) 721-2620
Pixie Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
429 Main Street, Spotswood, NJ
Phone
(732) 251-3130
Developmental Learning Center & Sitting Services
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
272 Rhode Hall Rd, Monroe Township, NJ
Phone
(732) 521-4322
Children First Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Children First Montessori for its caring, attentive staff, nurturing Montessori-based curriculum, and supportive environment where children thrive and enjoy attending. The school emphasizes individual development, has no screen time, and is noted for reasonable pricing. One parent questioned the value for money, but this is the sole criticism among nine reviews.

caring and attentive teacherswarm welcoming environmentMontessori curriculum
Address
35 Lincoln Place, North Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 940-1100
Abc Day Care Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
511 - 30th Street, Union City, NJ
Phone
(201) 866-6070
Angel'S World Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Angel's World Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight excellent, caring teachers, quality education following Union City public school curriculum, homemade meals prepared fresh daily, and strong child development outcomes. Parents report their children are happy, excited to attend, and feel at home in a clean, organized environment.

Excellent and caring teachershomemade meals prepared fresh dailychild development and lear
Address
708 West Street, Union City, NJ
Phone
(201) 325-0024
World Of Abc LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise World of ABC Waldo Preschool for its caring, experienced teachers and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Children reportedly transition from reluctant to eager about attending, with parents appreciating strong communication, structured curriculum balanced with play, and individualized attention to each child's development.

Caring and experienced teacherswarm and nurturing environmentstrong teacher-child relationships
Address
159 2nd Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 963-5555
Kidz Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Kidz Academy is highly praised by most parents for its family-like environment, attentive staff, and strong educational outcomes. Children show significant developmental progress in academics, speech, and social skills. One parent reported a safety concern regarding inadequate supervision and care.

Family atmospherecaring and patient staffeducational activities (flashcards
Address
793 Westside Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(973) 476-8246
Kidz Kastle
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Kidz Kastle receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the friendly and attentive staff, clean facility, and happy children, with many recommending it to others.

Friendly and attentive staffclean facilitycaring and nurturing environment
Address
207 Ocean Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 946-6700
Happy Days Child Day Care Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Happy Days Child Day Care Center receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, clean and safe environment, and positive developmental outcomes in academics, social skills, and communication. Children are reported to be happy and reluctant to leave the facility.

Caring and professional staffclean and safe facilitiespersonalized attention due to limited enrollment
Address
102 Van Reypen Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 207-7738
Secaucus Recreation After Care Program (Huber Street School)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise this recreation center for its excellent facilities, cleanliness, and friendly staff. The facility offers multiple amenities including an indoor pool, basketball court, indoor track, weight room, and fitness classes at an affordable annual fee for Secaucus residents. Reviews highlight a variety of programs and activities available for the community.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and nice staffaffordable pricing ($25/year for residents)
Address
1540 Paterson Plank Rd, Secaucus, NJ
Phone
(201) 330-2000
Kiddie Land Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Kiddie Land Learning Center receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, patient staff who make children feel loved and create smooth transitions for nervous first-time parents. The center is noted for its small, family-like environment and bilingual Spanish instruction.

Patient and caring teacherssmooth transition for anxious parentsbilingual Spanish instruction
Address
214 61st Street, West New York, NJ
Phone
(201) 758-1700
Espin Preschool Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

ESPIN Preschool Learning Center in Union, NJ receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting strong teacher-student relationships, significant academic and developmental progress, and a warm, family-like environment that successfully prepares children for kindergarten and beyond.

Caring and dedicated staffwarm and welcoming environmentsmall class sizes with personalized attention
Address
1089 Cedar Avenue, Union, NJ
Phone
(908) 688-8250
Precious Pumpkins Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Precious Pumpkins Learning Academy receives mostly high praise for its family-oriented approach, cleanliness, and educational programs, particularly for infants and neurotypical children. However, some parents noted concerns about the toddler room's communication style and excessive screen time policies.

Family-oriented environmentexcellent cleanlinesscaring and loving staff
Address
674 New Brunswick Avenue, Rahway, NJ
Phone
(732) 943-7615
Learn And Play Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
802 Canistear Rd, Highland Lakes, NJ
Phone
(973) 764-8800
Candy Land Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Candy Land Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the nurturing environment, dedicated staff, and academic progress. Director Cathy is frequently highlighted for her exceptional care and willingness to go above and beyond. One parent expressed dissatisfaction with the director's attitude regarding extended hours service that was offered.

Exceptional director (Cathy)caring and professional staffwell-equipped facilities
Address
80 Tingley La, Edison, NJ
Phone
(908) 226-8300
Neighborhood House Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Neighborhood House as an exceptional preschool with highly experienced, caring teachers, small intimate classrooms, and a strong community atmosphere. The school's unique features include a play-based curriculum, spacious outdoor playground, community garden integration, and flexible scheduling options that set it apart from other local programs.

Experienced long-tenured staff (15-25 years)warm welcoming communitysmall class sizes
Address
12 Taylor Street, Millburn, NJ
Phone
(973) 376-0739
Story Hall Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Story Hall Daycare Center in Newark receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and learning-focused environment. Parents consistently highlight their children's academic progress, multilingual exposure, nutritious meals, and the peace of mind provided by in-classroom camera access. The center is noted for accommodating special needs like allergies and providing emotional support during the adaptation process.

Caring and professional stafflearning-oriented environmentnutritious meals
Address
158 Chestnut Street, Newark, NJ
Phone
(862) 215-3070
Glory Tabernacle Childcare & Learning Center #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
827 E Commerce Street, Fairfield Township, NJ
Phone
(856) 451-8646
Gibson'S Kidstown Childcare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Gibson's Kidstown Childcare receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, safe environment and caring staff. Parents highlight excellent communication, detailed daily updates with photos, strong academic preparation for kindergarten/preschool, and a family-like community atmosphere. Children are reported to be excited and happy about attending daily.

Caring and attentive staffsafe and nurturing environmentexcellent parent communication
Address
135-137 Port Elizabeth-Cumberl, Millville, NJ
Phone
(856) 506-8092
All Kids First INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
1385 Magnolia Rd, Vineland, NJ
Phone
(856) 563-1224
Glory Tabernacle Childcare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Reviews are predominantly about the church facility and services rather than the childcare program itself. One parent confirmed their children attended childcare at this location and praised the center's care and community involvement. Overall ratings are uniformly positive (all 5/5 stars).

Community involvementfriendly and welcoming staffconvenient parking and facilities
Address
1018 Buckshutem Rd, Bridgeton, NJ
Phone
(856) 451-1552
The Lindgren Nursery School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Lindgren as an exceptional, nature-based preschool with a 40+ year legacy of child-centered education. The school emphasizes outdoor play, imaginative learning, and individualized teacher care that fosters confidence, independence, and a love of nature. Families report profound positive impacts on their children's development and strong community connections.

outdoor play in all weatherplay-based learning approachexperienced and caring
Address
211 Irving Ave, Closter, NJ
Phone
(201) 768-3550
Father Justin'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Father Justin's Learning Center for its caring, compassionate staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Multiple reviewers highlight the well-rounded curriculum, clean facilities, flexible scheduling options, and strong sense of community that makes families feel welcome.

Caring and patient teacherswell-rounded curriculum balancing academics and social-emotional growthsafe and clean environment
Address
223 14th Street, Palisades Park, NJ
Phone
(201) 944-1376
Lyndhurst Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
157 Lafayette Pl, Lyndhurst, NJ
Phone
(201) 438-6360
Friends Neighborhood Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Friends Neighborhood Nursery School as an exceptional play-based preschool with highly caring and nurturing teachers. The school's nature-focused outdoor learning environment and community-oriented approach foster significant growth in children's creativity, imagination, and emotional development. Families report children are enthusiastic about attending and experience strong academic and social progress.

Exceptional and nurturing teachersplay-based learning approachnature-focused outdoor classroom
Address
224 Highwood Ave, Ridgewood, NJ
Phone
(201) 445-0681
The Learning Experience At Somerset LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Learning Experience at Somerset receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and experienced staff, strong curriculum, excellent director leadership, and noticeable child development progress. The center is described as clean, well-organized, and family-oriented with strong parent communication.

caring and attentive staffexperienced teachers with low turnoverstrong curriculum and learning o
Address
12 Cedar Grove La, Somerset, NJ
Phone
(732) 868-1919

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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.