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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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Abc University
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
318 N 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 471-1190
Quality
Juliet Askew Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Juliet Askew Child Care is a small, family-owned center where parents report consistently high satisfaction with the caring and experienced staff. Parents praise the clean facility, structured environment, strong focus on child development and safety, and the professional approach of director Ms. Askew. Children are described as happy, well-behaved, and well-prepared for kindergarten.

Caring and attentive staffstrong hygiene and cleanliness practicesstructured routines
Address
2813 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 765-5045
Quality
Little Friends Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1727 Nedro Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 276-6301
Safe Clean Children'S Facility
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
101 W Mount Pleasant Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 242-2535
Quality
Rise And Shine Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6820 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 808-5670
Quality
The Alternative INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6200 Palmetto St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 342-2020
Brainy Tots Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4719 Rising Sun Ave, # 21, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(267) 335-3120
Miracle Moments Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1601 W Susquehanna Ave, # 0, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 769-1760
Norris Square Civic Assoc.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
142-74 W. Diamond St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 425-5120
H And S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1217 N Hancock St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 739-1310
Little People Of 2morrow LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1008 N Marshall St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 454-2580
Quality
Reading Rainbow Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2 is highly regarded by parents who have enrolled their children for multiple years. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff led by Ms. Tiffany, the clean and organized facility, and the balance of fun learning activities with strong parent communication.

warm and welcoming staffcaring and patient teachersfamily-like atmosphere
Address
836 N 3rd St, # 50, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 592-0110
Quality
The Creative Coloring Box LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
632 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 279-7730
Quality
Education Nation Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4643 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(267) 388-5060
Quality
Little Achievers INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4619 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 941-6570
Quality
Starlight Starbright Play And Learn
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2410 E York St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(267) 455-0590
Quality
Yes They Can Daycare & Child Dev. Centers, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2421 Amber St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 739-3780
Quality
Priceless Times Child Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2501 W Allegheny Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(267) 239-5440
Quality
Computer Kids Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2243 N 20th St, # 57, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 235-1230
Quality
Creative Steps INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8045 Frankford Ave, # B, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(267) 278-0110
Germantown Women'S Y Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1240 E Chelten Ave, # 42, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 927-3170
Little Shepards Christian Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5500 Market St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 476-4100
Quality
Ayuda Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
601 W Cayuga St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 329-5780
Trinity Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3904 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 223-4400
Quality
Children'S Developmental Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6201 Buist Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 724-5980
Quality
Roslyn'S Romper Room
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
531 S 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 747-5710
Quality
Lois Learning Tree #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
428 S 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 747-2550
Heaven'S Little Angels Child Care Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
639 S 60th St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 472-1470
Quality
Little Learner'S Childcare Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Little Learners Childcare Center receives universal 5-star praise from parents, with consistent emphasis on the owner Ms. T's attentive and caring approach to childcare. Parents highlight the clean facility, high-quality home-cooked meals, engaging learning activities, and strong parent-provider communication as standout features.

Attentive and caring owner (Ms. T)clean and spacious facilityhigh-quality home-cooked meals
Address
4632 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(267) 292-2060
Inspiring Young Minds Childcare Lrng Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5119 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 921-6170
Quality

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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.