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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Hawley, PA

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Hawley. Average rating: 4.65/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Hawley, Pennsylvania at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.65/5
Parent reviews
13
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Hawley offers 5 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.65/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 18428 zip code, averaging 4.65 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hawley

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.

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    Wayne County Ymca Afterschool @ Wallenpaupack Pri
    4.21 score
    4.3(11)

    158 Atlantic Ave, Hawley, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents praise the Wayne County YMCA Afterschool program for its friendly and helpful staff, diverse activities for children of all ages, and quality summer camp programs. The facility offers good amenities including a pool and slide, though some parents note concerns about cleanliness and outdated facilities.

    Friendly and helpful staffdiverse activities and classes for all agessummer camp programs keep children activeaccess to multiple YMCA locations with membership

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Hawley

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

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Hawley zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
184285
4.65
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Hawley (37–87 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Hawley based on parent reviews

Joyfl Noise Child Learning INC.

5(2)

475 Woodland Ave, Hawley, PA

Parents highlight Joyful Noise Child Learning Inc. as a structured alternative to previous centers, noting significant behavioral improvements and accelerated learning for their children. Reviewers appreciate the weekly curriculum newsletters and the variety of learning centers that provide a full educational experience.

structured programweekly learning curriculumbehavioral improvement

Wayne County Ymca Afterschool @ Wallenpaupack Pri

4.3(11)

158 Atlantic Ave, Hawley, PA

Parents praise the Wayne County YMCA Afterschool program for its friendly and helpful staff, diverse activities for children of all ages, and quality summer camp programs. The facility offers good amenities including a pool and slide, though some parents note concerns about cleanliness and outdated facilities.

Friendly and helpful staffdiverse activities and classes for all agessummer camp programs keep children active

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Hawley, Pennsylvania

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Hawley, 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 Hawley have an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.65 stars. Our analysis covers 13 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Hawley, 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 Hawley

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Joyfl Noise Child Learning INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight Joyful Noise Child Learning Inc. as a structured alternative to previous centers, noting significant behavioral improvements and accelerated learning for their children. Reviewers appreciate the weekly curriculum newsletters and the variety of learning centers that provide a full educational experience.

structured programweekly learning curriculumbehavioral improvement
Address
475 Woodland Ave, Hawley, PA
Phone
(570) 226-6925
Wayne County Ymca Afterschool @ Wallenpaupack Pri
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents praise the Wayne County YMCA Afterschool program for its friendly and helpful staff, diverse activities for children of all ages, and quality summer camp programs. The facility offers good amenities including a pool and slide, though some parents note concerns about cleanliness and outdated facilities.

Friendly and helpful staffdiverse activities and classes for all agessummer camp programs keep children active
Address
158 Atlantic Ave, Hawley, PA
Phone
(570) 253-3208
Quality
Treasure House Ch Devel Ctr - Hawley
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
17 Columbus Ave, Hawley, PA
Phone
(570) 226-6215
Quality
Growing By Leaps And Bounds-Hawley
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
23 Roosevelt Dr, Hawley, PA
Phone
(570) 226-4680
Quality
Creative Beginnings Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
17 Church St., Hawley, PA
Phone
(570) 253-1400

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Hawley, Pennsylvania. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Hawley have an average Google rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Hawley, 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 Hawley for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hawley 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.