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857 Child Daycare & Preschools in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Browse all 857 child daycare & preschools in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

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.

  1. 1
    Alphabet Alley
    4.8 score
    5(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
  2. 2

    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
  3. 3
    God'S Garden
    4.8 score
    5(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
  4. 4

    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
  5. 5

    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
  6. 6

    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
  7. 7
    The Giving Tree
    4.75 score
    5(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
  8. 8

    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
  9. 9

    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
  10. 10

    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

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Philadelphia based on parent reviews

Alphabet Alley

5(20)

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.

Caring and attentive staffchild development and academic preparation for kindergartenclean and well-organized facility

Beasley'S Phase II Child Care

5(20)

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.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong academic curriculum emphasizing readingchild development across all areas (emotional

God'S Garden

5(20)

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.

None mentioned - reviews discuss church servicesspiritual communitywelcoming atmosphere

The Children'S Community School

5(20)

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.

Caring and attentive teachersplay-based learningsocio-emotio

Half Pint Day Care Center

5(20)

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.

caring and compassionate staffclean and well-maintained facilityengaging and structured curriculum

Kids Advantage Daycare

5(20)

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.

Patient and skilled therapists (especially Abigail/AbigailAmityand Erin)

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Philadelphia

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Pumpkin Patch Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6833 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 333-3361
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It'S A Small World Daycare INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5503 Lansdowne Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 906-6337
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Past Your Bedtime Child Care Ctr II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4946 Parkside Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 877-7700
Bz Kids I Nc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4820 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 329-9200
Overbrook Park Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
7500 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 477-7997
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Little Charlie'S Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5401 Rutland St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 533-3463
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Precious Babies Learning Academy Daycare INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2204 W Cambria St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 226-6300
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Hickman Temple Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5001 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 747-7088
A Whole New World
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1542 Packer Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 334-4284
Jane Munn School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8131 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 483-3902
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Women'S Christian Alliance Learning And Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1722 Cecil B Moore Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 236-6991
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Lincoln Day Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2100 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 732-2733
Little House On The Hill Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8100 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 248-8499
In The Beginning INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5200 Wynnefield Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 477-7242
The Childrens Place Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3211 Cedar St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 425-5738
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Little One'S Of Wisdom Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5904 Old York Rd, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 346-6287
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Treana'S Little Castle Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6601 Chew Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 848-8409
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Fishers Of Knowledge Academic Dev Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2701 W Diamond St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 763-3523
Deborah'S Little Shepherd'S Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
128 N 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 471-1487
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Penn Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3160 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 898-8527
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Children'S Play Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4527 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(267) 672-2122
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A Place For Children LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5944 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 662-2521
God'S Garden
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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 atmosphere
Address
6035 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 482-2400
Thomas Jefferson University Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
950 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 955-5654
Quality
Little Smilie Faces Childcare Center, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5815 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 843-3224
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A Step Ahead Day Care II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

A STEP AHEAD DAY CARE II receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the facility as one of the best in the Philadelphia area, highlighting the friendly and helpful staff, organized environment, and quality educational experiences for children across multiple age groups.

Friendly and helpful stafforganizedflexible policies
Address
7806 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 722-2470
Quality
The Children'S Community School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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
Address
4740 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 724-4174
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Multicultural Village Cc & Prescl Tech Centr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5517 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 927-7425
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Younger Days
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Younger Days is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Philadelphia with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the owner and staff for their genuine care, dedication, and communication with families. The facility is described as well-run, providing quality education and childcare services.

Caring and dedicated staffowner's excellent communication skillsgenuine care for children and families
Address
6405 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 668-8610
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Reading Rainbow Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2 in Philadelphia receives consistently positive feedback from long-term families. Parents praise the warm, caring staff led by Ms. Tiffany, noting that children are celebrated, loved, and excited to attend. The center is described as clean, organized, well-established, and providing a balance of fun learning experiences with strong communication and support.

warm and welcoming staffcaring and patient teacherschildren feel celebrated and loved
Address
921 N 29th St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(302) 898-8163
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Frequently asked questions

There are 857 child daycare & preschools daycares in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, out of 929 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 Philadelphia, 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
Philadelphia offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 857 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 24 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 46 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 Philadelphia for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Philadelphia 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.