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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in New Cumberland, PA

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in New Cumberland. Average rating: 4.9/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

New Cumberland, Pennsylvania at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.9/5
Parent reviews
42
Top rated (4.5+)
2

New Cumberland has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 42 parent reviews averaging 4.9/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 17070 zip code, averaging 4.9 stars across 7 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in New Cumberland

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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    Learning & Sharing
    4.55 score
    4.8(11)

    335 Front St, New Cumberland, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 135 children

    Learning & Sharing receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and high-quality curriculum. Parents highlight strong communication, educational preparation for kindergarten, and a welcoming environment where children feel safe and loved. The center has successfully transitioned through ownership changes while maintaining parent trust and satisfaction.

    Caring and nurturing staffexcellent communication with parents (pho

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in New Cumberland

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 42 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facility
3

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in New Cumberland, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.9avg rating
5 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

New Cumberland zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
170707
4.9
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in New Cumberland (98–135 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in New Cumberland based on parent reviews

Learning & Sharing

4.8(11)

335 Front St, New Cumberland, PA

Learning & Sharing receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and high-quality curriculum. Parents highlight strong communication, educational preparation for kindergarten, and a welcoming environment where children feel safe and loved. The center has successfully transitioned through ownership changes while maintaining parent trust and satisfaction.

Caring and nurturing staffexcellent communication with parents (pho

A Kidz Castle

5(1)

608 Market St, New Cumberland, PA

One parent highlights the center's friendly staff, clean facility, and nutritious meals for children.

friendly staffclean facilitygreat meals

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Daycare types in New Cumberland

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, making up 71% of the 7 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in New Cumberland have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 42 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in New Cumberland, 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 New Cumberland

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A Kidz Castle
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the center's friendly staff, clean facility, and nutritious meals for children.

friendly staffclean facilitygreat meals
Address
608 Market St, New Cumberland, PA
Phone
(717) 730-0707
Learning & Sharing
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Learning & Sharing receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and high-quality curriculum. Parents highlight strong communication, educational preparation for kindergarten, and a welcoming environment where children feel safe and loved. The center has successfully transitioned through ownership changes while maintaining parent trust and satisfaction.

Caring and nurturing staffexcellent communication with parents (pho
Address
335 Front St, New Cumberland, PA
Phone
(717) 774-4684
Quality
Best Friends Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools

Best Friends Daycare in New Cumberland receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, loving staff and clean facilities. Parents highlight the facility's extended hours (6:30am-6pm), separate baby center, pre-K program, and additional services like latchkey and summer camp programs with field trips and swimming.

caring and loving staffclean facilityextended hours
Address
507 Fishing Creek Rd, New Cumberland, PA
Phone
(717) 774-3320
Quality
Children'S School Of New Cumberland
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
617 16th St, New Cumberland, PA
Phone
(717) 774-4644
Best Friends Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Best Friends Day Care Center in New Cumberland receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, and comprehensive programs including pre-K, latchkey, and summer camp with field trips. Parents report feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care.

Loving and caring staffclean facilityattentive to individual needs (medical concerns)
Address
206 Bridge St, New Cumberland, PA
Phone
(717) 774-4332
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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, out of 7 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in New Cumberland have an average Google rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in New Cumberland, 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
New Cumberland offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 New Cumberland for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in New Cumberland 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.