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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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Bright Horizons At Kendall Park
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Guidepost Montessori at Kendall Park for its Montessori approach, well-trained staff, and supportive environment. Children show significant developmental progress in academics, social skills, language, and independence. The facility is described as clean, bright, and thoughtfully designed with transparent tuition and no hidden fees.

Montessori methodologyskilled and caring staffstrong developmental progress in children
Address
10 Gateway Blvd, Kendall Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 398-1481
Harry C. Williams Ccc/Metuchen-Edison Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Metuchen YMCA receives consistently positive feedback from members across all age groups. Parents praise the friendly and attentive staff, quality children's programming including swimming and dance classes, and clean, well-maintained facilities. The facility offers diverse programs for families, seniors, and fitness enthusiasts.

Friendly and welcoming staffquality children's swimming and dance classesclean facilities
Address
65 High Street, Metuchen, NJ
Phone
(732) 548-2044
Puerto Rican Action Board INC. (Prab)
Child Daycare & Preschools

PRAB is a community-based nonprofit organization that provides assistance to residents in Central New Jersey. While some reviewers praise the organization's helpful staff and community initiatives, the vast majority of reviews criticize severe communication problems, with numerous complaints about unanswered phone calls, unreturned voicemails, and delayed responses to assistance requests.

Helpful and courteous staffcommunity-based nonprofitannual toy drive
Address
1125 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 828-4510
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Learning Experience North Brunswick receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All recent reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the caring staff, developmental progress of children, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend and feel confident in the quality of care provided.

Attentive and caring staffwarm welcome and personal attention to each childstrong developmental gains (language
Address
347 Old Georges Road, North Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 422-8000
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center in Old Bridge receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children, including improvements in speech, social skills, and learning, along with a caring and responsive staff that makes them feel confident in their children's safety and growth.

Staff kindness and patiencedevelopmental progress (speechsocial skills
Address
83 Ferry Rd, Old Bridge, NJ
Phone
(732) 360-0155
Old Bridge Before And After School Program-Virgil Grissom Sc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1 Sims Ave, Old Bridge, NJ
Phone
(732) 690-8750
William C. Mcginnis Middle School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
271 State Street, Perth Amboy, NJ
Phone
(732) 376-6040
Kindercare Learning Center Of South Brunswick
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center of South Brunswick for its exceptionally caring and dedicated staff who treat children like their own. Multiple reviewers highlight significant developmental growth, strong teacher-child relationships, and a warm, nurturing environment that provides peace of mind while they work. The center is noted for low staff turnover and responsive leadership.

Caring and attentive teacherschild development and learning growthwarm family-like atmosphere
Address
15 Stouts Lane, South Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 274-1435
Old Bridge Before And After School Program-Scott Carpenter S
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1 Par Ave, Old Bridge, NJ
Phone
(732) 673-9665
South River B.A.S.C. - South River Primary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
22 David Street, South River, NJ
Phone
(732) 238-2004
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience in East Brunswick for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff leadership. All reviews highlight strong communication with families, engaging curriculum, and children's happiness and development at the center. Multiple reviewers emphasize the directors' involvement and the family-oriented community experience.

Caring and attentive staffStrong parent communication and daily updatesClean and well-maintained facility
Address
405 Route 18 South, East Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 432-7605
John Adams Middle School-Y.A.P.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1081 New Dover Rd, Edison, NJ
Phone
(732) 248-7310
Jag Childcare Services INC Dba The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of North Brunswick receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, caring staff, organized curriculum, and strong leadership under owner Mr. Bruce, noting that children are happy and engaged in their learning environment.

Clean and well-maintained facilitieswarm and caring teachersorganized and well-managed
Address
1846 Us Route 1, North Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 951-9200
Chai Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3 Lexington Avenue, East Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 333-3220
Discovery Christian Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1125 Inman Avenue, Edison, NJ
Phone
(732) 372-4955
Hop To It
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1 Michael Lane, Monroe, NJ
Phone
(732) 251-2111
The Goddard School Of Sayreville
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3079 Bordentown Ave, Parlin, NJ
Phone
(732) 525-1300
Children'S House Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
417 Montgomery Street, Highland Park, NJ
Phone
(732) 545-4997
Puerto Rican Action Board Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
18 Drift Street, New Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 828-4709
Johnson & Johnson Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

No valid parent reviews of the daycare center were found. The reviews provided appear to be about Johnson & Johnson as a company rather than experiences with the child development center itself.

None mentioned
Address
1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 524-6455
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Learning Experience Piscataway receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the nurturing environment, strong curriculum, attentive staff, and visible child development. Families report children look forward to attending daily and feel confident in the center's care.

Quality curriculum and kindergarten readinessspacious playgroundengaging summer camps
Address
1624 Stelton Road, Piscataway, NJ
Phone
(732) 777-7320
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Learning Experience in Old Bridge receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting the caring, dedicated staff, strong academic curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, show significant developmental progress, and feel genuinely cared for by teachers who go above and beyond. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and welcoming to families.

Dedicated and well-trained teachersstrong academic curriculum balanced with social-emotional supportclean facility
Address
280 Texas Road, Old Bridge, NJ
Phone
(732) 561-3376
Acelero Learning Middlesex County - Second Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
132 Second Street, Perth Amboy, NJ
Phone
(732) 826-7530
Children Of America-East Brunswick LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Children of America-East Brunswick for its caring, dedicated staff and strong educational programs. Children show significant developmental progress in language, writing, and social skills. The facility is described as welcoming, with teachers who treat children with individual attention and genuine care.

Dedicated and patient teacherswelcoming environmentstrong language and academic development
Address
130 Summerhill Road, East Brunswick, NJ
Phone
(732) 390-1175
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience Edison as an exceptional daycare center with caring, attentive staff and involved ownership. They highlight strong communication, a nurturing environment, excellent curriculum, and noticeable child development within weeks of enrollment. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed high satisfaction with their experience.

Caring and attentive teachershands-on and present owners (Manny & Shae)strong parent-teacher communication
Address
2650 Woodbridge Ave, Edison, NJ
Phone
(732) 494-7151
Candyland INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
698 King Georges Rd, Fords, NJ
Phone
(732) 738-4555
Milltown Sacc - Parkview School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
80 Violet Terrace, Milltown, NJ
Phone
(732) 828-2100
Matawan Montessori Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
432 Rt 34, Suite 4, Old Bridge, NJ
Phone
(732) 970-4670
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School in Piscataway receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and dedicated staff, strong curriculum, and visible child development across multiple age groups. Families report feeling welcomed, supported, and confident in their children's safety and happiness at the facility.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong curriculumchild development and learning
Address
376 S. Randolphville Road, Piscataway, NJ
Phone
(732) 981-1972
Kinder Kastle Child Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Kinder Kastle Child Care Learning Center in South River, New Jersey has received exclusively positive reviews from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, clean facility, developmental progress of their children, and reasonable pricing compared to other local centers.

Friendly and caring staffclean facilitychild development and learning
Address
544 Old Bridge Tpke Rd, South River, NJ
Phone
(732) 651-0002

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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.