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19 Child Daycare & Preschools in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Browse all 19 child daycare & preschools in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Stroudsburg

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

    105 Seven Bridge Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 89 children

    ABC Day Care and Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's loving, professional care and strong developmental support. Parents consistently report their children thriving academically, socially, and emotionally, with smooth transitions to kindergarten and beyond. Families express deep gratitude for the nurturing environment and often cite relocation as the only reason for leaving.

    Caring and professional staffloving treatment of childrenstrong academic preparationsmooth kindergarten transitions
  2. 2

    832 Seven Bridge Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    ABC Daycare and Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a loving, nurturing environment where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Parents appreciate the caring staff, open communication, owner involvement, and well-structured curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten and beyond. Families report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in this facility's care.

    Caring and professional staffOwner actively involved and knows children by nameStrong curriculum and academic preparationRegular communication and photo updates
  3. 3

    1114 Big Ridge Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise The Children's Education and Learning Center for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Director Kelly and the teaching team are frequently highlighted for their professionalism, communication, and genuine investment in each child's development. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents expressing high satisfaction and strong loyalty to the center.

    Caring and dependable staffDirector Kelly's approachability and involvementconsistent communication and daily updates with photosclean and well-maintained facility
  4. 4

    247 Fox Run Lane, Suite 102, East Stroudsburg, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The Road to Excellence Childcare & Learning Center in East Stroudsburg receives mixed reviews. Six parents gave 5-star ratings, praising the caring staff, flexible scheduling, healthy meals, photo updates, and welcoming environment. Two parents gave 1-star ratings, citing inadequate incident communication, staff inconsistencies, and unprofessional director behavior.

    caring and kind staffflexible schedulinghealthy meals and snacks providedphoto updates throughout the day
  5. 5
    Jack & Jill Nursery
    3.86 score
    3.8(12)

    240 Washington St, East Stroudsburg, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

    Jack & Jill Nursery receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational growth, and nurturing environment, with particular recognition for director Amy. However, a minority of recent reviews raise serious concerns about staff conduct, child discipline practices, and potential safety issues.

    Caring and nurturing staffstrong social and educational developmentspeech therapy supportreasonable pricing
  6. 6

    425 N Courtland St, East Stroudsburg, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

    Alphabet Express receives highly polarized reviews with strong praise from some parents who describe a loving, caring environment where children are happy to attend, but serious concerns from others regarding staff conduct, child safety, and working conditions. Multiple reviews mention verbal abuse, neglect, and injuries, with at least one report to authorities.

    Caring staffchildren enjoy attendingflexible policiesno spot-holding fees
  7. 7
    Precious Moments Academy
    3.08 score
    2.7(12)

    2035 Milford Road, East Stroudsburg, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Precious Moments Academy has highly polarized reviews. Five parents gave 5-star ratings praising the staff's compassion, teaching quality, accommodations, and extracurricular activities. However, five parents gave 1-star ratings citing serious concerns about safety, unprofessional conduct, lack of communication, financial disputes, and behavioral issues with children.

    Helpful and accommodating staffabove-average teaching qualityflexible hours for working families
  8. 8
    Precious Moments Academy
    3.08 score
    2.7(12)

    2035 Milford Road, # 400, East Stroudsburg, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Precious Moments Academy has highly polarized reviews with equal numbers of 5-star and 1-star ratings. Positive reviewers praise the staff, accommodating management, and learning opportunities, while negative reviewers report staffing issues, poor communication, unprofessional conduct, refund disputes, and concerns about child safety and behavior management.

    Helpful and accommodating staffabove-average teaching qualitygood hours for working familieshomework hel

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in East Stroudsburg based on parent reviews

Learning Thru The Arts

5(4)

3225 N 5th St, East Stroudsburg, PA

The Winsome Child

5(4)

384 N Courtland St, East Stroudsburg, PA

Abc Day Care And Preschool

4.4(20)

105 Seven Bridge Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA

ABC Day Care and Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's loving, professional care and strong developmental support. Parents consistently report their children thriving academically, socially, and emotionally, with smooth transitions to kindergarten and beyond. Families express deep gratitude for the nurturing environment and often cite relocation as the only reason for leaving.

Caring and professional staffloving treatment of childrenstrong academic preparation

Abc Day Care And Preschool

4.4(20)

832 Seven Bridge Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA

ABC Daycare and Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a loving, nurturing environment where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Parents appreciate the caring staff, open communication, owner involvement, and well-structured curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten and beyond. Families report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in this facility's care.

Caring and professional staffOwner actively involved and knows children by nameStrong curriculum and academic preparation

Rose Mekeel Child Care Center

5(1)

Center Street, East Stroudsburg, PA

The Childrens Education And Learning Cen

4.2(20)

1114 Big Ridge Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA

Parents consistently praise The Children's Education and Learning Center for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Director Kelly and the teaching team are frequently highlighted for their professionalism, communication, and genuine investment in each child's development. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents expressing high satisfaction and strong loyalty to the center.

Caring and dependable staffDirector Kelly's approachability and involvementconsistent communication and daily updates with photos

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Child Daycare & Preschools in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

There are 19 child daycare & preschools in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, making up 95% of the 20 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in East Stroudsburg, 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 East Stroudsburg

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Rose Mekeel Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
Center Street, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 422-2351
Quality
Learning Thru The Arts
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3225 N 5th St, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 476-6309
Quality
The Winsome Child
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
384 N Courtland St, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 422-2102
Hopscotch Hill School House
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
102 Music Center Dr, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 872-9980
Abc Day Care And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

ABC Day Care and Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's loving, professional care and strong developmental support. Parents consistently report their children thriving academically, socially, and emotionally, with smooth transitions to kindergarten and beyond. Families express deep gratitude for the nurturing environment and often cite relocation as the only reason for leaving.

Caring and professional staffloving treatment of childrenstrong academic preparation
Address
105 Seven Bridge Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 476-6692
Abc Day Care And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

ABC Daycare and Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a loving, nurturing environment where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Parents appreciate the caring staff, open communication, owner involvement, and well-structured curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten and beyond. Families report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in this facility's care.

Caring and professional staffOwner actively involved and knows children by nameStrong curriculum and academic preparation
Address
832 Seven Bridge Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 476-6920
The Childrens Education And Learning Cen
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise The Children's Education and Learning Center for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Director Kelly and the teaching team are frequently highlighted for their professionalism, communication, and genuine investment in each child's development. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents expressing high satisfaction and strong loyalty to the center.

Caring and dependable staffDirector Kelly's approachability and involvementconsistent communication and daily updates with photos
Address
1114 Big Ridge Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 223-2220
Quality
The Road To Excellence Childcare & Learning Ctr In
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The Road to Excellence Childcare & Learning Center in East Stroudsburg receives mixed reviews. Six parents gave 5-star ratings, praising the caring staff, flexible scheduling, healthy meals, photo updates, and welcoming environment. Two parents gave 1-star ratings, citing inadequate incident communication, staff inconsistencies, and unprofessional director behavior.

caring and kind staffflexible schedulinghealthy meals and snacks provided
Address
247 Fox Run Lane, Suite 102, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 223-9500
Quality
Jack & Jill Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Jack & Jill Nursery receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational growth, and nurturing environment, with particular recognition for director Amy. However, a minority of recent reviews raise serious concerns about staff conduct, child discipline practices, and potential safety issues.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong social and educational developmentspeech therapy support
Address
240 Washington St, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 421-1485
Quality
Alphabet Express Child Day Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

Alphabet Express receives highly polarized reviews with strong praise from some parents who describe a loving, caring environment where children are happy to attend, but serious concerns from others regarding staff conduct, child safety, and working conditions. Multiple reviews mention verbal abuse, neglect, and injuries, with at least one report to authorities.

Caring staffchildren enjoy attendingflexible policies
Address
425 N Courtland St, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 421-1330
Quality
Precious Moments Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.7

Precious Moments Academy has highly polarized reviews. Five parents gave 5-star ratings praising the staff's compassion, teaching quality, accommodations, and extracurricular activities. However, five parents gave 1-star ratings citing serious concerns about safety, unprofessional conduct, lack of communication, financial disputes, and behavioral issues with children.

Helpful and accommodating staffabove-average teaching qualityflexible hours for working families
Address
2035 Milford Road, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 213-0910
Quality
Precious Moments Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.7

Precious Moments Academy has highly polarized reviews with equal numbers of 5-star and 1-star ratings. Positive reviewers praise the staff, accommodating management, and learning opportunities, while negative reviewers report staffing issues, poor communication, unprofessional conduct, refund disputes, and concerns about child safety and behavior management.

Helpful and accommodating staffabove-average teaching qualitygood hours for working families
Address
2035 Milford Road, # 400, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 213-0910
Peace Of Mind Childcare And Preschool INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3
Address
5803 Milford Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 588-8722
Quality
Pocono Ymca At East Stroudsburg Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
30 Independence Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 815-5850
Quality
Pocono Ymca At J.M. Hill Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
151 E Broad St, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 424-4807
Quality
Bless The Child Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2029 Milford Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 424-4130
Quality
Pocono Services For Families And Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
212 W 4th St, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 421-1271
Quality
Tender Heart Child Care And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
657-7 Bridge Road, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 424-9600
Poconoski Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools

Poconoski Child Care receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise it as one of the best daycare centers in the area. Parents consistently highlight the caring, professional staff who are also owners, the clean and well-maintained facility, diverse educational activities, and strong focus on early childhood development. Multiple families have used the center for years and recommend it highly.

Caring and professional staffowner-teachers invested in qualityclean and well-maintained facility
Address
2591 Milford Road, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 223-5000
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Frequently asked questions

There are 19 child daycare & preschools daycares in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, out of 20 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in East Stroudsburg, 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
East Stroudsburg offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 19 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
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 East Stroudsburg for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in East Stroudsburg 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.