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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Derry, PA

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Derry. Average rating: 4.17/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Derry, Pennsylvania at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.17/5
Parent reviews
12
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Derry offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.17/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Derry

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
    Harvest Center For Creative Learning
    3.69 score
    3.5(8)

    220 Pittsburgh St, Derry, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 89 children

    Harvest Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents who appreciate the caring staff, personalized attention, and family-like environment. However, several parents report serious concerns including unresponsiveness to inquiries, lack of security cameras, and inadequate teacher-child relationships.

    caring and kind staffresponsive ownerpersonalized attention to childrenfamily-like environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Derry

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Derry (36–122 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 Derry based on parent reviews

Barbara Thompson Early Childhood Literac

5(1)

106 Barbara Thompson Lane, Derry, PA

One parent reports that their daughter enjoys attending the center and highlights the staff's quality. The reviewer specifically notes significant learning progress since enrollment.

engaging environment for childrenknowledgeable and supportive teachersobservable academic growth

New Life Christian Child Care Center

4(3)

310 N Wharton St, Derry, PA

Parents highlight the center's loving, family-like environment and the effectiveness of the Abeka curriculum, which prepares children well for public school. One reviewer notes that while the program is highly recommended, there is no high school on site for older students.

Abeka curriculumloving environmentfamily-like atmosphere

Harvest Center For Creative Learning

3.5(8)

220 Pittsburgh St, Derry, PA

Harvest Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents who appreciate the caring staff, personalized attention, and family-like environment. However, several parents report serious concerns including unresponsiveness to inquiries, lack of security cameras, and inadequate teacher-child relationships.

caring and kind staffresponsive ownerpersonalized attention to children

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Derry, Pennsylvania

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Derry, 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 Derry have an average rating of 4.17 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.17 stars. Our analysis covers 12 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Derry, 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 Derry

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Barbara Thompson Early Childhood Literac
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that their daughter enjoys attending the center and highlights the staff's quality. The reviewer specifically notes significant learning progress since enrollment.

engaging environment for childrenknowledgeable and supportive teachersobservable academic growth
Address
106 Barbara Thompson Lane, Derry, PA
Phone
(724) 694-4251
Quality
New Life Christian Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents highlight the center's loving, family-like environment and the effectiveness of the Abeka curriculum, which prepares children well for public school. One reviewer notes that while the program is highly recommended, there is no high school on site for older students.

Abeka curriculumloving environmentfamily-like atmosphere
Address
310 N Wharton St, Derry, PA
Phone
(724) 694-4065
Harvest Center For Creative Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Harvest Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents who appreciate the caring staff, personalized attention, and family-like environment. However, several parents report serious concerns including unresponsiveness to inquiries, lack of security cameras, and inadequate teacher-child relationships.

caring and kind staffresponsive ownerpersonalized attention to children
Address
220 Pittsburgh St, Derry, PA
Phone
(724) 694-4547
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Derry, Pennsylvania. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Derry have an average Google rating of 4.17 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Derry, 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 Derry for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Derry 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.