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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Jim Thorpe, PA

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Jim Thorpe. Average rating: 3.4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.4/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Jim Thorpe has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 20 parent reviews averaging 3.4/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Jim Thorpe

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
    Carbon Career & Technical Inst. Daycare
    3.52 score
    3.4(20)

    77 W 13th St, Jim Thorpe, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children

    This facility has mixed reviews with significant inconsistencies in the submitted feedback. Several reviews appear unrelated to daycare services (salon, HVAC training, marketing programs). Substantive parent feedback indicates some strong teachers but concerns about staff favoritism, organizational issues, and student treatment policies.

    Clean facilitysome highly-regarded teachers (Mr. LewisMr. GarrantMr. Pshar)

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Jim Thorpe

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Jim Thorpe (46–46 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Jim Thorpe based on parent reviews

Carbon Career & Technical Inst. Daycare

3.4(20)

77 W 13th St, Jim Thorpe, PA

This facility has mixed reviews with significant inconsistencies in the submitted feedback. Several reviews appear unrelated to daycare services (salon, HVAC training, marketing programs). Substantive parent feedback indicates some strong teachers but concerns about staff favoritism, organizational issues, and student treatment policies.

Clean facilitysome highly-regarded teachers (Mr. LewisMr. Garrant

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Jim Thorpe, 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 Jim Thorpe have an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.4 stars. Our analysis covers 20 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Jim Thorpe, 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 Jim Thorpe

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Carbon Career & Technical Inst. Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

This facility has mixed reviews with significant inconsistencies in the submitted feedback. Several reviews appear unrelated to daycare services (salon, HVAC training, marketing programs). Substantive parent feedback indicates some strong teachers but concerns about staff favoritism, organizational issues, and student treatment policies.

Clean facilitysome highly-regarded teachers (Mr. LewisMr. Garrant
Address
77 W 13th St, Jim Thorpe, PA
Phone
(570) 325-5423
Penn-Kidder Ministerium After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
40 Church Road, Jim Thorpe, PA
Phone
(570) 722-1710

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Jim Thorpe have an average Google rating of 3.4 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Jim Thorpe, 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 Jim Thorpe for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Jim Thorpe 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.