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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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The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Flemington receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive teachers, structured learning environment, clean facilities, and strong communication. Despite recent management changes, parents report the school has maintained quality care and continues to support children's development and happiness.

Caring and attentive teachersindividualized attentionstr
Address
4 Minneakoning Rd, Flemington, NJ
Phone
(908) 237-2050
Hunterdon Co. Ymca Before/After School Program - Desmares School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
16 Old Clinton Rd, Flemington, NJ
Phone
(908) 303-5043
Hunterdon County Ymca - Tewksbury Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
109 Fairmount Rd, Califon, NJ
Phone
(908) 236-0055
Childtime Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Childtime Learning Center in Flemington receives universally positive feedback from parents. All reviewers praise the dedicated, caring staff and report significant developmental growth in their children. Parents consistently highlight the warm, nurturing environment and feel confident in the quality of care provided.

Knowledgeable and friendly staffchild development and learning growthpatient and attentive teachers
Address
43 Barley Sheaf Road, Flemington, NJ
Phone
(908) 782-3395
Spruce Run Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
442 W Hill Rd, Glen Gardner, NJ
Phone
(908) 537-4330
Whitehouse Preparatory School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
587 Route 22 East, Readington, NJ
Phone
(908) 534-0026
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School Clinton location receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, praising the warm, caring staff, engaging curriculum, and welcoming environment that helps children thrive from infancy through preschool.

Dedicated and loving teachersclean and well-organized facilityrobust curriculum for all age groups including infants
Address
1541 Route 31, Clinton, NJ
Phone
(908) 752-4664
Clinton Township Parks & Recreation School-Age Program At Clinton Twp. Middle School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
34 Grayrock Road, Clinton, NJ
Phone
(908) 735-5999
Boys & Girls Club Of Hackensack
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
170 B Sussex Street, Hackensack, NJ
Phone
(201) 880-7244
Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Paramus receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the nurturing environment, strong curriculum, and caring staff. Parents consistently report that their children are learning significantly and enjoy attending school. The facility is noted for being clean, well-organized, and offering good communication with parents through their app.

Strong academic curriculumcaring and attentive teacherslow staff turnover
Address
332 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ
Phone
(201) 470-6245
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience in East Rutherford for exceptional staff care, strong academics, and a nurturing environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the directors' (Maritza and Diana) outstanding leadership, teachers' genuine love for their work, and children's rapid development in social and academic skills. The facility is described as clean, beautiful, and family-oriented with excellent communication.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong ac
Address
201 Hackensack Street, East Rutherford, NJ
Phone
(201) 933-0044
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Learning Experience Lyndhurst receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring staff, strong educational curriculum, and safe, clean facility. Parents report significant developmental growth in their children and express high satisfaction with their overall experience.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong educational curriculumchild development and learning outcomes
Address
518 Stuyvesant Avenue, Lyndhurst, NJ
Phone
(201) 460-0040
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School in Englewood Cliffs receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, educational environment and skilled, caring staff. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong curriculum and enrichment activities. The owner is noted as engaged and committed to quality.

Nurturing and safe environmentattentive and caring teachersstrong curriculum with hands-on learning
Address
120 Charlotte Place, Englewood Cliffs, NJ
Phone
(201) 582-6160
Bells Little Learners Preschool 2 INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

Bells Little Learners Preschool 2 in Westwood receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, engaging age-appropriate activities, and strong communication. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show significant developmental progress.

Caring and attentive staffclean and organized facilityage-appropriate activities
Address
410 Center Avenue, Westwood, NJ
Phone
(201) 383-0131
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Learning Experience in Rivervale consistently receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, comfortable, reaching developmental milestones, and excited to attend daily. The facility is noted for its thoughtful curriculum, engaging activities, and welcoming approach to family transitions.

caring and attentive teacherswarm and welcoming staffstrong developmental progress
Address
688 Westwood Avenue, Rivervale, NJ
Phone
(201) 664-6414
All About Me INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

All About Me Inc. in Cliffside Park receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and show positive developmental growth. The center is noted for excellent communication, affordability compared to competitors, and creating a safe, welcoming community atmosphere.

caring and nurturing staffpositive child development and learningexcellent parent communication via Brightwheel app
Address
225 Edgewater Rd, Cliffside Park, NJ
Phone
(201) 945-0234
Small World Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
308 Tom Hunter Rd, Fort Lee, NJ
Phone
(201) 242-1300
Wyckoff Family Ymca At Manito School
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents praise the Wyckoff Family YMCA for its excellent staff, diverse programming including fitness classes, swim lessons, and summer camp, and strong value for families. The facility is described as clean, welcoming, and well-organized, though some note that equipment is dated and pool schedules can be inconvenient.

Friendly and caring staffexcellent childcare and tot drop servicesdiverse fitness classes
Address
111 Manito Ave, Oakland, NJ
Phone
(201) 264-8621
Orchard School Before School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
230 Demarest Street, Ridgewood, NJ
Phone
(201) 493-7821
River Edge Extended Day Care At Cherry Hill School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
410 Bogert Rd, River Edge, NJ
Phone
(201) 967-5524
Jack In The Box Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Jack in the Box Early Learning Center in Tenafly receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the strong teacher-student relationships, clean facility, and child development support. Children reportedly arrive happy and feel genuinely cared for by teachers and leadership.

Caring and nurturing staffprofessional servicewarm welcoming atmosphere
Address
55 Magnolia Avenue, Tenafly, NJ
Phone
(201) 816-9471
Small World Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
94 Crescent Ave, Waldwick, NJ
Phone
(201) 445-1090
The Goddard School For Early Childhood
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School in Ramsey receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who describe it as a warm, family-oriented facility where children thrive academically and emotionally. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, low teacher turnover, strong communication, and enriching activities. Multiple families characterize the center as a 'second home' for their children.

Caring and attentive stafflow teacher turnoverfamily-oriented environment
Address
150 Hilltop Rd, Ramsey, NJ
Phone
(201) 574-6608
Boys And Girls Club Of New Jersey
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise the Boys and Girls Club of New Jersey Newark location for its caring and respectful staff, positive learning environment, and safe atmosphere. Students report enjoying their experience and feeling academically supported. Most reviews appear to be from former students reflecting fondly on their time at the facility.

Pleasant and respectful staffpolite and respectful childrencaring teachers
Address
103 Bragaw Avenue, Newark, NJ
Phone
(973) 242-1200
Ywca Of Bergen County - Grant School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
100 Grant Ave, Dumont, NJ
Phone
(201) 384-6371
North Arlington School Age Child Care At Washington School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
175 Albert Street, North Arlington, NJ
Phone
(201) 991-6800
Bell'S Little Learners Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools

Bell's Little Learners receives uniformly positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, feel safe and happy, and are excited to attend daily. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, with engaging activities and strong communication from management.

Caring and attentive staffnurturing environmentstrong academic and social development
Address
70 Spring Valley Rd, Paramus, NJ
Phone
(201) 843-9292
Little Crane Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
113 Cottage Pl, Ridgewood, NJ
Phone
(201) 447-3333
Kindercare Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Woodcliff Lake for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Children show strong developmental progress, and families appreciate the clear communication, engaging activities, and safe facility. All reviews are 5-star ratings with parents expressing high satisfaction and recommending the center.

Warm and welcoming staffcaring and attentive teachersclean and bright facility
Address
450 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Woodcliff Lake, NJ
Phone
(201) 505-1680
Creative Minds Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
288 Old Tappan Rd, Old Tappan, NJ
Phone
(201) 263-9393

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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.