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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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All Stars Academy LLC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

One parent describes the staff as polite and caring, while another reports severe safety issues including tolerated bullying and repeated gas leaks. The latter reviewer notes that the facility continued operating despite multiple evacuations, raising significant safety concerns.

polite staffexcellent treatment of childrencaring owner
Address
165 Washington Street, Perth Amboy, NJ
Phone
(732) 824-9955
Home Sweet Home Day Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Home Sweet Home Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and experienced staff, individualized attention to children's development, and diverse programming including summer camps and before/after-school care. The center is noted for accommodating families with special needs and maintaining a welcoming, family-oriented environment.

Attentive and caring staffexperienced directors (Maria and Tara)competitive pricing
Address
321 West Farm Road, Farmingdale, NJ
Phone
(732) 683-1300
Primrose School Of Paramus
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Primrose School of Paramus receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, nurturing environment, strong curriculum, and excellent communication as key strengths. Children show notable growth in academics, social skills, and confidence.

Caring and professional staffwarm welcoming atmosphereclean and well-maintained facility
Address
639 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ
Phone
(201) 445-5330
The French Academy Of Bergen County
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise The French Academy of Bergen County for its staff, safety practices, and engaging activities. Children are enthusiastic about attending, and parents report their kids gain confidence and have enriching experiences. The facility is well-organized and maintains a friendly, welcoming environment.

Staff is responsive and friendlyexcellent customer servicesafe and clean facilities
Address
1092 Carnation Drive, New Milford, NJ
Phone
(201) 338-8320
Here We Grow Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Here We Grow receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the caring, experienced staff, smooth transitions for children, strong teacher-child relationships, and responsive management. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and excited about attending.

caring and experienced staffsmooth transitions to daycarestrong peer relationships
Address
422 Central Ave, Westfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 233-6000
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Easton Ave KinderCare for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. The facility is described as clean, safe, and welcoming, with teachers who provide personalized attention and regular communication through photos and videos. All reviewers report their children are thriving academically and socially.

Caring and attentive staffDirector Ms. Lola's leadership and professionalismclean and safe facility
Address
1422 Easton Ave, Somerset, NJ
Phone
(732) 249-5437
Explorations Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Explorations Community Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff and warm, family-oriented environment. Parents highlight excellent communication, educational activities, flexible scheduling, and developmental support across infant and preschool classrooms. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and learning significantly.

Caring and loving staffattentive communication with parents (photos and daily reports)safe and clean environment
Address
1805 Princeton Ave, Lawrence, NJ
Phone
(609) 647-4214
Academy House Cdc III
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Academy House CDC III receives mostly positive reviews praising the cleanliness, caring staff, and child development. Parents highlight Director Susana and her team as dedicated and nurturing. However, some concerns have been raised about staff conduct, communication, and operational issues.

Clean facilitycaring and dedicated staffDirector Susana and key staff members (Nancy
Address
109 New Street, Plainfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 279-6929
The Berry Patch Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The Berry Patch receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, homey atmosphere, structured curriculum, and strong communication. However, two recent reviews express concerns about declining consistency and organization following the departure of the previous director.

Caring and professional staffclean facilitystructured learning activities balanced with play
Address
1083 Route 523, Flemington, NJ
Phone
(908) 237-9200
The Connection For Women And Families
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The Connection for Women and Families is highly rated by parents for its welcoming community atmosphere, diverse class offerings (gymnastics, swimming, yoga, ESL), and friendly, engaging staff. Parents consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, safety, and strong value. One parent expressed frustration with the inflexible makeup class policy despite the program's overall quality.

Warm and friendly staffclean and safe facilitiesdiverse class offerings
Address
79 Maple Street, Summit, NJ
Phone
(908) 273-4242
All Star'S Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

All Star's Academy LLC receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents but serious concerns from others. Positive reviewers highlight excellent staff, professional treatment, engaging activities, and a welcoming environment. However, negative reviews cite inadequate staffing levels, lack of special needs training, unprofessional behavior, poor food quality, and billing issues.

Engaging summer activities and theme dayshomework assistance during aftercareprofessional and respectful staff
Address
347 Maple Street, Perth Amboy, NJ
Phone
(732) 824-9955
Mara Family Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Mara Family Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and attentive staff, safe learning environment, and strong relationships built with children. The majority of reviews highlight the center's cleanliness, organization, and willingness to accommodate individual needs, including special support for children with autism. However, a few negative experiences were reported regarding tour scheduling and general dissatisfact

Address
390 Murray Hill Parkway, East Rutherford, NJ
Phone
(201) 955-5300
Creative Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Creative Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight caring, attentive staff, strong educational curriculum, and positive child development across all age groups from infants through pre-kindergarten.

Caring and patient staffengaging teachers (especially Mrs. Eslam)strong academics (spelling
Address
77 Sunset Strip, Succasunna, NJ
Phone
(973) 584-2202
Smiling Babies Family Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent reports a negative experience characterized by rude staff and an unpleasant odor resembling old shrimp, which led them to leave immediately without viewing the facility. This single review highlights significant concerns regarding staff demeanor and cleanliness.

Address
163-167 North Park Street, East Orange, NJ
Phone
(973) 677-7854
123 Kinderstar Day School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents highlight the school's stable teaching staff and highly attentive, loving care for infants, noting that children often show advanced academic and language progress. However, one parent reports a significant billing dispute involving duplicate charges and unresponsive administration that resulted in a legal loss without financial restitution.

low teacher turnoverattentive and caring infant careadvanced academic and language development
Address
123 Fairfield Rd, Fairfield, NJ
Phone
(973) 575-0388
Jack And Jill Nursery School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent describes this center-based program as having a church environment, noting it features clean and spacious classrooms with a great structured curriculum. The reviewer highlights the presence of adult staff and confirms that the director is always on-site.

Church environmentCleanSpacious classrooms
Address
201 N Second Street, Millville, NJ
Phone
(856) 825-2498
Cheryl L. Chadwich Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent highlights a strict policy requiring children to receive flu shots before mid-December to avoid expulsion starting January 2nd. The review acknowledges understanding of the rule but presents it as a significant logistical challenge for enrollment.

Policy is understood
Address
10 Washington St, Bridgeton, NJ
Phone
(856) 451-6388
Barbarito And Beyers Preschools INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
48 Mill Street, Mays Landing, NJ
Phone
(609) 625-4443
Sarkis & Siran Gabrellian C.C.&Lrng.Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Feedback for this center is sharply divided, with one parent praising the professional staff and comprehensive care, while another details significant operational failures. The latter highlights issues ranging from staffing and facility conditions to serious allegations regarding safety and governance.

professional staffdedicated employeesgreat service
Address
30 Prospect Ave, Hackensack, NJ
Phone
(551) 996-2987
Kiddie Kastle Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent highlights the friendly staff and happy children, while another reports a serious safety incident involving a teacher physically handling a child, alleging that the center covered up the event and expelled the family. These conflicting accounts present a stark contrast between positive experiences and severe allegations of negligence and lack of transparency.

friendly staffhappy childrensupportive owners
Address
4202 Route 130 North, Willingboro, NJ
Phone
(609) 835-2500
Project Teach - Burlington
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent describes the facility as a school for pregnant teens and those in group home settings, noting its smaller class sizes and one-on-one atmosphere. The review highlights this specialized educational focus rather than standard early childhood care.

smaller class sizesone-on-one attentionspecialized environment for pregnant teens and group home students
Address
704 Woodlane Rd, Mount Holly, NJ
Phone
(609) 267-7595
Kiddie Junction LLC D/B/A Kiddie Junction Childcare And Pres
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Kiddie Junction for providing excellent care, strong communication, and a welcoming environment where children are happy and eager to attend. Staff members, particularly directors Tiara and Ms. Tiffany, receive special recognition for their attentiveness, kindness, and ability to make both children and parents feel like family. Multiple reviews highlight significant progress in children's learning and social development.

Caring and patient staffstrong parent-child bonds with teachersexcellent daily communication
Address
8992 Collins Ave, Pennsauken, NJ
Phone
(856) 662-0789
Tiny Stars Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Tiny Stars Learning Center for its caring, stable staff who create a nurturing and enriching environment. Children show significant growth in academics, social skills, and confidence, while families appreciate the creative activities, strong communication, and family-like atmosphere. All reviewers highly recommend the facility.

Reliable and caring teachers with low turnovercreative and engaging activitiesstrong academic learning outcomes
Address
303 Maplewood Avenue, Clifton, NJ
Phone
(973) 562-0065
Golden Steps Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent reports a negative experience characterized by poor hygiene and unresponsive administration. The reviewer notes that the facility appeared dirty, smelled unpleasant, and had dusty toys, while staff failed to answer phone calls.

Teachers seem nice
Address
220 Browertown Road, Woodland Park, NJ
Phone
(973) 812-8030
Kidspace Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent highlights reasonable prices and staff support for socialization, while another reports feeling treated meanly during phone interactions. A third review notes the center lacks the structure and educational focus of higher-priced competitors.

reasonable pricesfriendly staffhelps children socialize and play nicely
Address
333 N Black Horse Pike, Williamstown, NJ
Phone
(856) 740-0064
Bumblebee Early Learning Center INC II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
63-65 Stuyvesant Ave, Newark, NJ
Phone
(973) 504-7070
Essex County College Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Reviews praise the campus cleanliness, attentive staff, and safe environment. The facility is noted as affordable with helpful faculty and good community connections. However, reviews also mention concerns about the surrounding neighborhood and inconsistency in academic quality among professors.

Clean campusattentive and friendly staffsafe and well-organized setting
Address
303 University Ave, Newark, NJ
Phone
(973) 877-3357
Tender Hearts Preschool And Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent highlights the quality of the staff at this center-based program. The single review provided a positive rating without citing specific drawbacks.

Great staff
Address
107 Park Ave, Somerdale, NJ
Phone
(856) 435-3121
Camden Day Nursery Association
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents highlight the quality of the office and educational staff, noting that children are well cared for and actively learning. One reviewer also appreciates the work environment, while a single negative comment criticizes the lack of diversity among the facility's clientele.

Phenomenal staffwell cared for childreneducational engagement
Address
327 Stevens Street, Camden, NJ
Phone
(856) 365-2200
My World Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

My World Child Care in Avenel receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating the center 5 stars. Parents praise the caring and passionate staff, Montessori-based curriculum, and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally.

Caring and attentive staffMontessori-based educational approachsafe and welcoming environment
Address
495 Avenel Street, Avenel, NJ
Phone
(732) 218-5538

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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.