857 Child Daycare & Preschools in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Philadelphia
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.
- 1Alphabet Alley4.8 score5(20)
9356 Old Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children
Alphabet Alley receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and structured learning environment. Parents consistently report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the facility's cleanliness, safety, organization, and daily communication via app. Families express high satisfaction and sadness upon leaving the program.
Caring and attentive staffchild development and academic preparation for kindergartenclean and well-organized facilitystructured routine and activities - 2Beasley'S Phase II Child Care4.8 score5(20)
6739 Limeliln Pike, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children
Parents consistently praise Beasley's Phase II Child Care (also referred to as We Care Learning & Development Center) as an outstanding facility with caring, attentive staff and strong academic curriculum. Children show significant development in academics, speech, and social-emotional growth, with many graduating to kindergarten reading and writing. Parents highlight the welcoming, family-oriented environment and note their children are excited to attend daily.
Caring and nurturing staffstrong academic curriculum emphasizing readingchild development across all areas (emotionalcognitive - 3God'S Garden4.8 score5(20)
6035 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children
These reviews are not for a daycare center but for Epic Church, a religious congregation in Philadelphia. The facility listing appears to be incorrectly categorized.
None mentioned - reviews discuss church servicesspiritual communitywelcoming atmosphereand adult programs rather than childcare services - 4The Children'S Community School4.8 score5(20)
4740 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 22 children
The Children's Community School receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers, play-based learning approach, and strong focus on socio-emotional development. Parents highlight the welcoming community atmosphere, excellent outdoor space, and responsive communication from staff. Multiple families report their children have thrived and are excited to attend.
Caring and attentive teachersplay-based learningsocio-emotio - 5Half Pint Day Care Center4.8 score5(20)
1336 W Porter St, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 17 children
Half Pint Day Care Center receives universally positive feedback from parents across all 10 reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, clean facility, thoughtful curriculum, and family-like atmosphere that helps children thrive academically and socially. The center is particularly noted for preparing children well for kindergarten and maintaining strong communication with families.
caring and compassionate staffclean and well-maintained facilityengaging and structured curriculumsmall class sizes with individualized attention - 6Kids Advantage Daycare4.8 score5(20)
6222 Lebanon Ave, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Kids Advantage Daycare in Philadelphia receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the staff's patience, kindness, and effectiveness in speech therapy services. Parents report significant improvements in their children's speech and communication skills, with children eagerly attending sessions. The welcoming atmosphere and personalized approach to each child's needs are frequently highlighted as standout qualities.
Patient and skilled therapists (especially Abigail/AbigailAmityand Erin)welcoming and friendly staff - 7The Giving Tree4.75 score5(15)
232 N 22nd St, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
The Giving Tree is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Philadelphia with 10 five-star reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff who go above and beyond in supporting both children and families, and highlight the variety of enrichment activities offered. Children are reported to be excited about attending and parents appreciate regular communication and photo updates on their child's progress.
Caring and attentive teachersstaff go above and beyond expectationsstrong teacher-child relationshipsregular communication and photo/video updates - 8Antonelli Family Daycare Ctr 24.72 score4.9(20)
1939 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children
This listing appears to be for a chiropractic office, not a daycare center. The reviews describe chiropractic and acupuncture services with highly satisfied patients praising the doctors and staff for their professional care and treatment outcomes.
Attentive and skilled doctorsfriendly and welcoming staffflexible scheduling with extended hoursclean facility - 9Ethel Trice Day Care Center4.72 score4.9(20)
8107 Stenton Ave, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children
Ethel Trice Day Care Center is a family-oriented, long-established daycare in Philadelphia with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and nurturing environment that emphasizes character development alongside education.
Caring and professional stafffamily-oriented atmosphereclean and bright facilitiesstrong academic curriculum (phonics - 10Pieces Of The Puzzle Learning Center INC4.72 score4.9(20)
209 Fairmount Ave, # 215, Philadelphia, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Pieces of the Puzzle Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff, structured curriculum, and strong communication through daily updates. All reviewers report their children are happy, well-cared for, and making developmental progress in a clean, organized environment. The director Danni and her team are frequently highlighted for treating children and families with respect and genuine care.
Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsstructured curriculum with educational activitiesdaily photo and video updates
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Highest rated daycares in Philadelphia based on parent reviews
Alphabet Alley
9356 Old Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Alphabet Alley receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and structured learning environment. Parents consistently report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the facility's cleanliness, safety, organization, and daily communication via app. Families express high satisfaction and sadness upon leaving the program.
Beasley'S Phase II Child Care
6739 Limeliln Pike, Philadelphia, PA
Parents consistently praise Beasley's Phase II Child Care (also referred to as We Care Learning & Development Center) as an outstanding facility with caring, attentive staff and strong academic curriculum. Children show significant development in academics, speech, and social-emotional growth, with many graduating to kindergarten reading and writing. Parents highlight the welcoming, family-oriented environment and note their children are excited to attend daily.
God'S Garden
6035 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA
These reviews are not for a daycare center but for Epic Church, a religious congregation in Philadelphia. The facility listing appears to be incorrectly categorized.
The Children'S Community School
4740 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA
The Children's Community School receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers, play-based learning approach, and strong focus on socio-emotional development. Parents highlight the welcoming community atmosphere, excellent outdoor space, and responsive communication from staff. Multiple families report their children have thrived and are excited to attend.
Half Pint Day Care Center
1336 W Porter St, Philadelphia, PA
Half Pint Day Care Center receives universally positive feedback from parents across all 10 reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, clean facility, thoughtful curriculum, and family-like atmosphere that helps children thrive academically and socially. The center is particularly noted for preparing children well for kindergarten and maintaining strong communication with families.
Kids Advantage Daycare
6222 Lebanon Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Kids Advantage Daycare in Philadelphia receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the staff's patience, kindness, and effectiveness in speech therapy services. Parents report significant improvements in their children's speech and communication skills, with children eagerly attending sessions. The welcoming atmosphere and personalized approach to each child's needs are frequently highlighted as standout qualities.
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There are 857 child daycare & preschools in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, making up 92% of the 929 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 Philadelphia, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Prodigy Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews for its caring teachers, clean facility, engaging curriculum, and strong parent communication. However, concerns have been raised about administrative communication, parking management, and health/safety protocols regarding disease outbreak notifications.
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- 3345 W Hunting Park Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 228-8768
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- 251 W Duncannon Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 455-5224
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Little Wonders Day Care receives consistently high praise from parents with 10 five-star reviews highlighting the caring, attentive staff and director Mila. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and well-prepared for school entry. The facility is noted for cleanliness, convenient location, and strong communication with families.
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- 15100 Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 677-7133
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- 2642 W Huntingdon St, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 430-0054
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- 18 N 40th St, Philadelphia, PA
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- (412) 281-1705
Buttons and Bows Childcare has received mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff's ability to acclimate children, balance of play and learning, and preparedness for kindergarten. However, negative reviews cite rude and unprofessional behavior from the owner and staff. Note: One review indicates the daycare is closed following the owner's passing.
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- 5845 Market St, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 748-8193
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Shane's Friends Day Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with staff described as caring, nurturing, and treating children like their own. Parents highlight developmental improvements in their children, engaging activities, cleanliness, and excellent communication. One parent criticized the facility for not maintaining the sidewalk.
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- 1340 W Moyamensing Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 467-7544
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See Saw Daycare has highly polarized reviews. Several parents praise the nurturing and educational environment, while others report serious concerns including staff misconduct, a lost child incident, and unprofessional behavior.
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- 3212 Ryan Ave, # 14, Philadelphia, PA
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- (267) 808-8889
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- 6301 Elmwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 729-9089
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- 5317 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 324-0100
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- 2721 Cecil B Moore Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 236-6502
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- 4910 Wyalusing Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 473-3791
Frankie's World is a specialized medical daycare in Philadelphia that receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the qualified, caring staff, welcoming atmosphere, and quality care for children with special medical needs. One parent reported a negative interaction with a staff member they felt was disrespectful and unprofessional.
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- 1011 Poplar St, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 763-3015
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- 398 E Godfrey Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 722-2260
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- 6208 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 878-8725
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Paley Day Care Center receives mixed reviews. Long-term parents praise caring teachers, strong curriculum, and developmental support, but recent reviews highlight serious concerns about leadership, safety procedures, staff professionalism, and communication standards.
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- 2199 Strahle St, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 725-5893
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Personal Touch Childcare Services receives mixed reviews with significant polarization. Multiple parents praise quality care, staff dedication, communication, and child development, while others report serious concerns including alleged discrimination against children with special needs, high staff turnover, unreliable transportation and hours, and unprofessional operations.
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- 40 E Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 848-8854
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Western Community Center receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Positive reviews praise experienced, caring staff, arts/crafts programs, and family-like atmosphere, while negative reviews cite cleanliness concerns, inadequate supervision, poor communication during enrollment, and staff inattentiveness.
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- 1613 South St, # 21, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 735-5126
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- 425 W Tabor Rd, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 681-5710
Two parents gave positive reviews praising the cleanliness, organization, and caring staff at Noah's Kiddie Aquarium Child Care. However, three reviews claim the facility does not exist or is not a real place, raising questions about the daycare's legitimacy.
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- 2825 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 228-6620
Together We Grow Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff and child-friendly environment. However, there are serious safety concerns raised about their second location regarding inadequate supervision, heat exposure, and lack of proper accommodations on hot days.
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- 615 N 68th St, # 619, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 477-3540
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- 11088 Knights Rd, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 632-0100
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Poppys Angels Daycare receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, engaging activities, and positive child development, with children enjoying attendance. However, some parents report serious concerns about professionalism, operational legality, and frequent closures.
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- 4811 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 844-4243
Children's Garden Child Care Center receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the staff and management for being caring and attentive, particularly noting that teachers keep children engaged and communicate well with parents. However, several parents express serious concerns about lack of planning, professionalism, and staff conduct.
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- 841 E Hunting Park Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 744-4053
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ALL ABOUT THE KIDZ receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the quality of care, cleanliness, and professional staff. Parents highlight the owner's hands-on involvement, strong teacher-child relationships, organized curriculum, and good communication. The facility offers activities outside the center and maintains a safe, nurturing environment.
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- 6555 Greene St, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 843-3019
Parents consistently praise Children's Garden II for its clean facility, caring staff, and personalized attention to children. The owner is described as hands-on and responsive, with teachers who genuinely care for the children's development and well-being. Multiple reviewers report long-term satisfaction with the daycare's professionalism and communication.
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- 5429 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 747-7215
Little Angels Daycare Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the staff's genuine care, developmental support, and engaging activities, with children reported to be happy and enjoying daily attendance. However, some parents express concerns about operational issues and professionalism.
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- 5114 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 848-8031
Little Darlings Day Care Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents (6 reviews) praise the warm, attentive staff, clean facility, and child development opportunities. However, 4 serious reviews allege improper diaper practices, physical discipline, and inadequate staff training and supervision.
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- 7228 Elmwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- Phone
- (215) 365-5470
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Tiny Stars receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the clean facility, caring and attentive staff, and strong developmental progress in children. Parents consistently highlight the owners' involvement, extended operating hours, and positive child experiences. One parent reported concerns about a staff member's communication with their child.
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- 911 Levick St, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 742-2225
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- 6712 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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- (215) 342-2800
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