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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Carbondale, PA

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Carbondale. Average rating: 4.55/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Carbondale, Pennsylvania at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.55/5
Parent reviews
37
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Carbondale has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 37 parent reviews averaging 4.55/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Carbondale

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
    Ymca Of Carbondale
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    82 N Main St, Carbondale, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 93 children

    Parents consistently praise the YMCA of Carbondale as a clean, well-maintained facility with friendly and professional staff. The center excels in childcare, early education (Keystone Star 4 rated), and diverse programming for all ages, with particular recognition for quality instructors and staff engagement with children.

    Clean facilityfriendly and professional staffexcellent childcare and early education servicesKeystone Star 4 rating
  2. 2
    Abc Academy
    4.22 score
    4.4(6)

    69 N Main St, Carbondale, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

    ABC Academy receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly and professional staff who create an enjoyable environment where children are happy to attend. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving rough handling of a child that resulted in bruising.

    friendly and professional staffexperienced teachersaccommodating ownerschildren enjoy attending
  3. 3
    The Edison Early Learning Center
    4.18 score
    4.3(7)

    227 Pike St, Carbondale, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The Edison Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the educational focus, cleanliness, staff quality, and owner involvement. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about weather-related closures/delays and owner responsiveness to parental concerns.

    Educational focus on kindergarten preparationclean facilityexcellent staff and teacherscaring and helpful environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Carbondale

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Carbondale (63–122 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Carbondale based on parent reviews

Through Our Eyes, INC

5(4)

65 N Scott St, Carbondale, PA

Parents describe Terri as providing loving, above-and-beyond care, with one noting her personal history with the children. Reviewers highlight the staff's kindness, the facility's cute appearance, and a new outdoor playground they consider the best in the area. Children are reported to be happy and to show strong emotional, educational, and physical development.

loving careexperienced staffkind and personable staff

Ymca Of Carbondale

4.5(20)

82 N Main St, Carbondale, PA

Parents consistently praise the YMCA of Carbondale as a clean, well-maintained facility with friendly and professional staff. The center excels in childcare, early education (Keystone Star 4 rated), and diverse programming for all ages, with particular recognition for quality instructors and staff engagement with children.

Clean facilityfriendly and professional staffexcellent childcare and early education services

Abc Academy

4.4(6)

69 N Main St, Carbondale, PA

ABC Academy receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly and professional staff who create an enjoyable environment where children are happy to attend. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving rough handling of a child that resulted in bruising.

friendly and professional staffexperienced teachersaccommodating owners

The Edison Early Learning Center

4.3(7)

227 Pike St, Carbondale, PA

The Edison Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the educational focus, cleanliness, staff quality, and owner involvement. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about weather-related closures/delays and owner responsiveness to parental concerns.

Educational focus on kindergarten preparationclean facilityexcellent staff and teachers

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Carbondale, Pennsylvania

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Carbondale, Pennsylvania. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Carbondale have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.55 stars. Our analysis covers 37 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Carbondale, 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 Carbondale

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Through Our Eyes, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe Terri as providing loving, above-and-beyond care, with one noting her personal history with the children. Reviewers highlight the staff's kindness, the facility's cute appearance, and a new outdoor playground they consider the best in the area. Children are reported to be happy and to show strong emotional, educational, and physical development.

loving careexperienced staffkind and personable staff
Address
65 N Scott St, Carbondale, PA
Phone
(570) 281-1369
Ymca Of Carbondale
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise the YMCA of Carbondale as a clean, well-maintained facility with friendly and professional staff. The center excels in childcare, early education (Keystone Star 4 rated), and diverse programming for all ages, with particular recognition for quality instructors and staff engagement with children.

Clean facilityfriendly and professional staffexcellent childcare and early education services
Address
82 N Main St, Carbondale, PA
Phone
(570) 282-2221
Quality
Abc Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

ABC Academy receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly and professional staff who create an enjoyable environment where children are happy to attend. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving rough handling of a child that resulted in bruising.

friendly and professional staffexperienced teachersaccommodating owners
Address
69 N Main St, Carbondale, PA
Phone
(570) 282-2222
Quality
The Edison Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The Edison Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the educational focus, cleanliness, staff quality, and owner involvement. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about weather-related closures/delays and owner responsiveness to parental concerns.

Educational focus on kindergarten preparationclean facilityexcellent staff and teachers
Address
227 Pike St, Carbondale, PA
Phone
(570) 282-5370
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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Carbondale, Pennsylvania. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Carbondale have an average Google rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Carbondale, 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 Carbondale for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Carbondale 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.