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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Clairton, PA

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Clairton. Average rating: 4.15/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Clairton, Pennsylvania at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.15/5
Parent reviews
15
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Clairton offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.15/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Clairton

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
    Red Apple
    3.62 score
    3.3(6)

    1001 Old Hickory Ln, Clairton, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    Red Apple receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Three parents praise the friendly staff, loving environment, and their children's happiness and well-being. Three other parents report serious concerns including unexplained bruises, neglect, and have filed complaints with state licensing authorities.

    friendly and amazing staffchildren happy and well-lovedpositive experiences over multiple years

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Clairton

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Clairton (39–65 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Clairton based on parent reviews

Little Kids Playcare

5(3)

310 Gill Hall Rd, Clairton, PA

Parents describe Little Kids Playcare as an exceptional family-owned facility that treats children like family and offers a strong educational curriculum. Reviewers highlight the stability of the staff, noting low turnover rates that allow for deep, long-lasting bonds between children and educators.

family-owned atmospherelow staff turnoverstrong child-staff bonds

Red Apple

3.3(6)

1001 Old Hickory Ln, Clairton, PA

Red Apple receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Three parents praise the friendly staff, loving environment, and their children's happiness and well-being. Three other parents report serious concerns including unexplained bruises, neglect, and have filed complaints with state licensing authorities.

friendly and amazing staffchildren happy and well-lovedpositive experiences over multiple years

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Clairton, Pennsylvania

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Clairton, 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 Clairton have an average rating of 4.15 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.15 stars. Our analysis covers 15 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Clairton, 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 Clairton

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Little Kids Playcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe Little Kids Playcare as an exceptional family-owned facility that treats children like family and offers a strong educational curriculum. Reviewers highlight the stability of the staff, noting low turnover rates that allow for deep, long-lasting bonds between children and educators.

family-owned atmospherelow staff turnoverstrong child-staff bonds
Address
310 Gill Hall Rd, Clairton, PA
Phone
(412) 650-0902
Quality
Red Apple
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Red Apple receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Three parents praise the friendly staff, loving environment, and their children's happiness and well-being. Three other parents report serious concerns including unexplained bruises, neglect, and have filed complaints with state licensing authorities.

friendly and amazing staffchildren happy and well-lovedpositive experiences over multiple years
Address
1001 Old Hickory Ln, Clairton, PA
Phone
(412) 650-0912
Quality
Tender Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Tender Care Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the staff's kindness, cleanliness, and communication app, but serious concerns have been raised about staff professionalism and handling of child abuse allegations.

Kind and trustworthy staffclean facilitywell-maintained
Address
550 Coal Valley Rd, Clairton, PA
Phone
(412) 469-3190
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Clairton, Pennsylvania. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Clairton have an average Google rating of 4.15 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Clairton, 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 Clairton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Clairton 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.