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68 Child Daycare & Preschools in Allentown, Pennsylvania

Browse all 68 child daycare & preschools in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Allentown

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1

    4949 Liberty Ln, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 119 children

    Parents consistently praise Early Adventures Child Care Centers for its hands-on academic instruction, caring staff, and family-oriented approach. Multiple reviewers highlight the owner Jasmine and teachers Ms. Aaliyah and Ms. Ro as particularly dedicated professionals who help children thrive socially and academically. The facility is noted for being clean, safe, and creating a welcoming community atmosphere.

    Hands-on academics and activitiesattentive and caring staffclean facilityprofessional management
  2. 2

    1118 Menges Ave, # 1136, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Away We Grow Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owner Mike, staff, and overall care quality. Parents consistently highlight the attentive, loving teachers, clean facility, good teacher-to-student ratios, and strong communication through regular updates and photos. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents expressing difficulty leaving the center.

    Caring and attentive staffOwner Mike's involvemen
  3. 3
    Academic Minds/St. Pauls
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    920 S 2nd St, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    This appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise St. Paul's Catholic Church in Allentown for its beautiful architecture, welcoming community, bilingual services, and quality clergy. Visitors report positive experiences attending mass and other religious services.

    Beautiful architecture and designbilingual English/Spanish serviceswelcoming and loving communityquality priests and staff
  4. 4

    950 N 6th St, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

    Creative Minds Daycare Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and family-oriented approach. Parents report their children are happy, well-fed, and experiencing developmental growth. Multiple reviewers specifically commend staff member Ms. Betty and highlight affordable rates and excellent customer service.

    Caring and professional stafffamily-oriented environmentchildren are happy and engageddevelopmental learning opportunities
  5. 5

    702 N 22nd St, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 245 children

    Parents consistently praise the Allentown Jewish Community Center Day Care for its clean, secure, well-maintained facility and caring, invested staff who build strong relationships with children. The center is noted for its small class sizes, frequent communication with parents, beautiful location with amenities like a pool, and close-knit community atmosphere where children enjoy attending daily.

    Clean and secure facilityfriendly and invested staffsmall class sizesfrequent parent updates via app
  6. 6
    Lifespan Day Care
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    1651 North Cedar Crest Bvd, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 210 children

    Parents consistently praise Lifespan Daycare for exceptional, nurturing care across all age groups with highly engaged and professional staff. Families highlight strong communication through daily photo updates, comprehensive curriculum, and inclusive policies. Multiple long-term families report excellent preparation for kindergarten and genuine partnerships with teachers.

    Caring and patient staff with high retention ratesdaily photo and activity updatesmeals and
  7. 7

    719 Roble Rd, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children

    A Children's Place Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and knowledgeable staff, structured curriculum with hands-on learning activities, clean facility, and strong educational outcomes. Children reportedly love attending and parents feel confident in their child's care and development.

    Caring and attentive staffhands-on learning activitiesstructured curriculumclean facility
  8. 8

    5910 Hamilton Blvd, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Lehigh Children's Academy receives consistent praise from parents across all reviews, with particular emphasis on caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, and engaging activities. Parents report positive long-term experiences spanning from infancy through school-age programs, with strong communication and excellent security measures. Children are noted to thrive academically and emotionally in this nurturing environment.

    warm and caring staffclean and safe facilityengaging and creative activitiesexcellent parent communication (daily updates
  9. 9

    501 W Cedar St, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Adventurous Kids Early Childhood Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Children are reported to be happy and safe, with staff described as caring, well-trained, and trustworthy. The facility offers affordable rates and school transportation services.

    Caring and well-trained staffchild safetyaffordable ratesschool-age transportation to most schools and Head Starts
  10. 10

    445 Allentown Dr, Allentown, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 152 children

    Parents consistently praise The Cuddle Zone Learning Center for its caring, experienced staff, safe environment, and educational approach. Multiple long-term families highlight strong teacher-child relationships, nutritious meals, and successful kindergarten transitions. The facility is described as exceptional and highly recommended across all reviews.

    Caring and welcoming staffexperienced teachersnurturing environmentnutritious and varied meals

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Allentown based on parent reviews

Early Adventures Child Care Centers, LLC

5(11)

4949 Liberty Ln, Allentown, PA

Parents consistently praise Early Adventures Child Care Centers for its hands-on academic instruction, caring staff, and family-oriented approach. Multiple reviewers highlight the owner Jasmine and teachers Ms. Aaliyah and Ms. Ro as particularly dedicated professionals who help children thrive socially and academically. The facility is noted for being clean, safe, and creating a welcoming community atmosphere.

Hands-on academics and activitiesattentive and caring staffclean facility

Away We Grow Learning Center,LLC(2)

5(10)

1118 Menges Ave, # 1136, Allentown, PA

Away We Grow Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owner Mike, staff, and overall care quality. Parents consistently highlight the attentive, loving teachers, clean facility, good teacher-to-student ratios, and strong communication through regular updates and photos. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents expressing difficulty leaving the center.

Caring and attentive staffOwner Mike's involvemen

Academic Minds/St. Pauls

4.8(20)

920 S 2nd St, Allentown, PA

This appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise St. Paul's Catholic Church in Allentown for its beautiful architecture, welcoming community, bilingual services, and quality clergy. Visitors report positive experiences attending mass and other religious services.

Beautiful architecture and designbilingual English/Spanish serviceswelcoming and loving community

Creative Minds Daycare Academy INC

5(8)

950 N 6th St, Allentown, PA

Creative Minds Daycare Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and family-oriented approach. Parents report their children are happy, well-fed, and experiencing developmental growth. Multiple reviewers specifically commend staff member Ms. Betty and highlight affordable rates and excellent customer service.

Caring and professional stafffamily-oriented environmentchildren are happy and engaged

Allentown Jewish Community Center Day Ca

4.7(20)

702 N 22nd St, Allentown, PA

Parents consistently praise the Allentown Jewish Community Center Day Care for its clean, secure, well-maintained facility and caring, invested staff who build strong relationships with children. The center is noted for its small class sizes, frequent communication with parents, beautiful location with amenities like a pool, and close-knit community atmosphere where children enjoy attending daily.

Clean and secure facilityfriendly and invested staffsmall class sizes

Lifespan Day Care

4.7(20)

1651 North Cedar Crest Bvd, Allentown, PA

Parents consistently praise Lifespan Daycare for exceptional, nurturing care across all age groups with highly engaged and professional staff. Families highlight strong communication through daily photo updates, comprehensive curriculum, and inclusive policies. Multiple long-term families report excellent preparation for kindergarten and genuine partnerships with teachers.

Caring and patient staff with high retention ratesdaily photo and activity updatesmeals and

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Allentown, Pennsylvania

There are 68 child daycare & preschools in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Allentown, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Allentown

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Creative Minds Daycare Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Creative Minds Daycare Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and family-oriented approach. Parents report their children are happy, well-fed, and experiencing developmental growth. Multiple reviewers specifically commend staff member Ms. Betty and highlight affordable rates and excellent customer service.

Caring and professional stafffamily-oriented environmentchildren are happy and engaged
Address
950 N 6th St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(484) 201-1336
Quality
Building Blocks Learning & Child Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6750 Iroquois Trl, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 395-5970
Quality
Abc Children'S Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
625 W Chew St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 434-4454
Quality
Early Adventures Child Care Centers, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Early Adventures Child Care Centers for its hands-on academic instruction, caring staff, and family-oriented approach. Multiple reviewers highlight the owner Jasmine and teachers Ms. Aaliyah and Ms. Ro as particularly dedicated professionals who help children thrive socially and academically. The facility is noted for being clean, safe, and creating a welcoming community atmosphere.

Hands-on academics and activitiesattentive and caring staffclean facility
Address
4949 Liberty Ln, Allentown, PA
Phone
(484) 664-4288
Away We Grow Learning Center,LLC(2)
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Away We Grow Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owner Mike, staff, and overall care quality. Parents consistently highlight the attentive, loving teachers, clean facility, good teacher-to-student ratios, and strong communication through regular updates and photos. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents expressing difficulty leaving the center.

Caring and attentive staffOwner Mike's involvemen
Address
1118 Menges Ave, # 1136, Allentown, PA
Phone
(484) 225-4810
Calvary Temple Early Childhood Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3436 Winchester Rd, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 398-3220
Brookside Children'S Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
357 S Route 100, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 842-0000
Quality
Academic Minds/St. Pauls
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

This appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise St. Paul's Catholic Church in Allentown for its beautiful architecture, welcoming community, bilingual services, and quality clergy. Visitors report positive experiences attending mass and other religious services.

Beautiful architecture and designbilingual English/Spanish serviceswelcoming and loving community
Address
920 S 2nd St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(484) 350-3290
Allentown Jewish Community Center Day Ca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise the Allentown Jewish Community Center Day Care for its clean, secure, well-maintained facility and caring, invested staff who build strong relationships with children. The center is noted for its small class sizes, frequent communication with parents, beautiful location with amenities like a pool, and close-knit community atmosphere where children enjoy attending daily.

Clean and secure facilityfriendly and invested staffsmall class sizes
Address
702 N 22nd St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 435-5357
Quality
A Children'S Place Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

A Children's Place Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and knowledgeable staff, structured curriculum with hands-on learning activities, clean facility, and strong educational outcomes. Children reportedly love attending and parents feel confident in their child's care and development.

Caring and attentive staffhands-on learning activitiesstructured curriculum
Address
719 Roble Rd, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 264-4044
Quality
Lifespan Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Lifespan Daycare for exceptional, nurturing care across all age groups with highly engaged and professional staff. Families highlight strong communication through daily photo updates, comprehensive curriculum, and inclusive policies. Multiple long-term families report excellent preparation for kindergarten and genuine partnerships with teachers.

Caring and patient staff with high retention ratesdaily photo and activity updatesmeals and
Address
1651 North Cedar Crest Bvd, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 435-5783
Quality
Adventurous Kids Early Childhood Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Adventurous Kids Early Childhood Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Children are reported to be happy and safe, with staff described as caring, well-trained, and trustworthy. The facility offers affordable rates and school transportation services.

Caring and well-trained staffchild safetyaffordable rates
Address
501 W Cedar St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(484) 951-1150
Quality
Lehigh Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Lehigh Children's Academy receives consistent praise from parents across all reviews, with particular emphasis on caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, and engaging activities. Parents report positive long-term experiences spanning from infancy through school-age programs, with strong communication and excellent security measures. Children are noted to thrive academically and emotionally in this nurturing environment.

warm and caring staffclean and safe facilityengaging and creative activities
Address
5910 Hamilton Blvd, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 841-5800
Quality
Nativity Lutheran Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
4004 W Tilghman St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 395-5627
Quality
The Learning Tree Preschool And Toddler Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Learning Tree Preschool receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the trustworthiness of staff and the owner's hands-on approach and care for children. However, one parent reported being denied enrollment after disclosing their child receives speech and communication therapy, raising concerns about discrimination and lack of inclusivity for children with special needs.

Trustworthy staffhands-on ownercaring environment
Address
37 S 15th St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 434-4766
Quality
The Cuddle Zone Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise The Cuddle Zone Learning Center for its caring, experienced staff, safe environment, and educational approach. Multiple long-term families highlight strong teacher-child relationships, nutritious meals, and successful kindergarten transitions. The facility is described as exceptional and highly recommended across all reviews.

Caring and welcoming staffexperienced teachersnurturing environment
Address
445 Allentown Dr, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 434-4264
Quality
Bright Futures Child Care Center, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Bright Futures Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, family-like environment with caring and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight the center's focus on learning and development, engaging activities, and the comfort they feel leaving their children in the staff's care.

warm and welcoming atmospherestaff treat children like familydedicated and patient staff
Address
1320 Sherman St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 434-4230
Quality
Dream Garden Daycare And Learning Center, LLC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Dream Garden Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight exceptional care quality, attentive staff, and a family-like environment where children feel safe from infancy through school age. Parents report no complaints and express strong confidence in the facility.

Caring and attentive stafftreats children like familyconsistent quality care across all hours
Address
1222 W Washington St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(484) 221-8900
Quality
Hush Little Angels LLC 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1025 W Wyoming St, # 1027, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 351-8050
Quality
Parkland Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
7462 Penn Dr, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 841-3520
Quality
Hush Little Angels LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1036 N Godfrey St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 351-8050
Quality
Gummy Bears Learning Center, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Gummy Bears Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, professional staff and clean, safe environment. Parents highlight the center's educational focus with structured learning activities and progress reports, as well as the accommodating director and family-oriented atmosphere.

Friendly and professional staffclean environmentsafe facility
Address
413 Union Blvd, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 437-1230
Quality
Brookside Children'S Early Education Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Brookside Children's Early Education Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff care, developmental preparation, and family atmosphere. However, two negative reviews cite poor customer service during initial inquiry and concerns about teacher qualifications and child management in school-age programs.

caring and knowledgeable staffstrong kindergarten preparationattentive to individual child needs
Address
675 N Brookside Rd, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 481-1996
Quality
Resurrected Life Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Resurrected Life Children's Academy for its caring, dedicated staff who treat children with love and attention. The facility is noted as clean and safe, with a strong curriculum that is engaging, educational, and culturally relevant. Multiple parents express high satisfaction and would recommend the center to other families.

Loving and dedicated staffclean facilitynutritious meals
Address
916 W Turner St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(484) 350-3940
Cityspace
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

CITYSPACE appears to be a community assistance organization rather than a traditional daycare. Reviews are highly polarized, with many praising staff helpfulness and services like meals and rental assistance, while others report frustrating experiences with application processes, unclear eligibility requirements, and concerns about discriminatory practices or inconsistent staff attitudes.

Respectful treatmenthelpful and friendly staff membersprovides meals (breakfast
Address
457 W Allen St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 432-2263
Traci'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Traci's Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the staff, care quality, and educational preparation, with several reporting long-term satisfaction. However, a minority of parents report overcrowding, poor follow-up on behavioral concerns, abrupt dismissals, and difficulty reaching the facility by phone.

Caring and attentive staffgood educational programschildren enjoy attending
Address
704 W Emaus Ave, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 797-7211
Quality
Sixth Street Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Sixth Street Child Care is a community resource center in Allentown that provides support services and transitional housing assistance to families in need. Parents consistently praise the staff for being helpful, non-judgmental, and effective advocates who provide guidance and resources. Most reviews highlight the facility's role in helping families achieve stability and independence.

Helpful and kind staffnon-judgmental environmentprovides resources and guidance
Address
40 N 6th St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 433-3636
First Step Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
515 N 19th St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 820-0086
Quality
First Step Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1525 N 18th St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 435-5965
Quality
Little People Daycare School Of Lehigh Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.6

LITTLE PEOPLE DAYCARE has received highly polarized reviews. Three parents report positive experiences with friendly staff, cleanliness, and accommodating service. However, five parents describe serious concerns including alleged physical abuse of children, inadequate supervision, poor sanitation, and lack of incident reporting.

friendly staffclean facilityaccommodating
Address
2310 S 12th St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 791-1455
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 68 child daycare & preschools daycares in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Allentown, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Pennsylvania's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Pennsylvania)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Daycare costs in Pennsylvania typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Allentown for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Allentown must be licensed by Pennsylvania's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.