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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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Lml Compass Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
23 West Chestnut Avenue, Vineland, NJ
Phone
(856) 899-5570
The Cumberland Empowerment Zone 21st Century Community Learn - Cherry Street School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
20 Cherry Street, Bridgeton, NJ
Phone
(856) 455-8030
The Cumberland Empowerment Zone 21st Century Community Lear
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6812 Brown Street, Port Norris, NJ
Phone
(856) 785-1611
Hunterdon County Ymca - Readington Middle School - Reading-Fleming Middle School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
50 Court Street, Flemington, NJ
Phone
(908) 483-4622
Readington Township Recreation At Holland Brook School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
52 Readington Road, Whitehouse Station, NJ
Phone
(908) 295-1129
Acorn Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1222 Route 31, Lebanon, NJ
Phone
(908) 730-8986
Woodrow Wilson Community School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
101 West 56th Street, Bayonne, NJ
Phone
(201) 858-5996
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 5
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
182 Merseles Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Boys & Girls Club Of Hudson County
Child Daycare & Preschools

Boys & Girls Club of Hudson County receives consistently positive feedback for its after-school and youth programs. Parents praise the affordable pricing, well-maintained facility, diverse activities, and dedicated staff who prioritize children's safety and well-being. The center is noted for providing flexible scheduling, meals, field trips, and special events.

affordable pricingflexible schedulingclean and bright facility
Address
225 Morris Blvd, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 333-4100
Heavenly Gardens Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
165 Hutton Street, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 656-8066
Smiling Faces Ed Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3300 New York Ave, Union City, NJ
Phone
(201) 867-8690
Cresthill Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Cresthill Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, engaging learning environment, and strong communication. Children show excitement about attending and demonstrate measurable academic and social growth.

Warm and nurturing staffregular photo and video updatesexcellent communication
Address
360 1st Street, Hoboken, NJ
Phone
(201) 793-8943
Lincoln Community School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
208 Prospect Ave, Bayonne, NJ
Phone
(201) 858-5973
Philip G. Vroom Community School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
18 West 26th Street, Bayonne, NJ
Phone
(201) 858-5956
John M. Bailey Community School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
75 West 10th Street, Bayonne, NJ
Phone
(201) 858-5824
Valerie Morris/C.A.S.P.E.R. Program- 25
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3385 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 915-6206
Mary J. Donohoe Community School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
25 East 5th Street, Bayonne, NJ
Phone
(201) 858-5969
Henry Harris Community School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
135 Avenue C, Bayonne, NJ
Phone
(201) 858-5945
Horace Mann Community School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
25 West 38th Street, Bayonne, NJ
Phone
(201) 858-5979
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise TLE North Bergen for exceptional care, cleanliness, and staff dedication. The center receives universal 5-star ratings with parents highlighting strong communication, developmental support, and a nurturing environment that helps children thrive emotionally and academically.

Caring and patient teachersexcellent daily communication with photos and updatesclean and organized facility
Address
7108 Kennedy Blvd, North Bergen, NJ
Phone
(201) 624-8200
Kiddie Academy Of Hoboken
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Cresthill Hoboken South (note: reviews reference Cresthill, not Kiddie Academy of Hoboken) for its caring, attentive staff and clean, well-organized facilities. The school is highly valued for included meals, convenient location, and strong leadership under director Ms. Kelly. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and learning across all age groups.

caring and attentive teachersclean and spacious facilitiesincluded meals and snacks
Address
112 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken, NJ
Phone
(973) 698-3894
Smart Start Academy-Ckj Group LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools

Smart Start Academy Hoboken receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and passionate staff, strong curriculum, excellent communication, and quality facilities. Children are reported to be excited and happy to attend daily.

Passionate and caring teachersdetailed age-appropriate curriculumexcellent daily communication with photos and updates
Address
552 9th Street, Hoboken, NJ
Phone
(201) 424-5729
L C Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
168 New York Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 963-5002
Bright Horizons At Washington Blvd
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
389 Washington Blvd., Jersey City, NJ
Phone
(201) 610-0422
Linden Boe A/C 9
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1401 Deerfield Terrace, Linden, NJ
Phone
(732) 221-2353
Jump Immersion School
Child Daycare & Preschools

Jump Immersion School in Scotch Plains receives universal 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring teachers, nurturing environment, and strong immersion language programs (Spanish and Mandarin). Parents highlight excellent academic preparation, warm community atmosphere, and genuine staff dedication. The school is noted for preparing children well for elementary school and fostering confidence and language skills.

Caring and dedicated teacherswarm and welcomi
Address
1171 Terrill Road, Scotch Plains, NJ
Phone
(732) 371-2221
Westfield Y/Washington School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
900 Saint Marks Ave, Westfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 233-2700
Linden Boe A/C 8
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
500 West Blancke Street, Linden, NJ
Phone
(732) 770-2419
Westfield "Y" Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
170 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 654-8460
Catapult Learning At Martin Luther King Jr. #52
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
130 Trumbull Street, Elizabeth, NJ
Phone
(908) 436-6164

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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.