Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Stroudsburg, PA
Compare 8 child daycare & preschools in Stroudsburg. Average rating: 4.65/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania at a glance
- Programs
- 8
- Avg rating
- 4.65/5
- Parent reviews
- 57
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 5
Stroudsburg has 8 licensed child daycare & preschools with 57 parent reviews averaging 4.65/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 18360 zip code, averaging 4.65 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Stroudsburg
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.
- 1Little Red Barn Early Learning Center4.48 score4.6(20)
2131 Rimrock Dr, Stroudsburg, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents overwhelmingly praise Little Red Barn for its individualized, nurturing approach to early childhood education. Multiple reviewers spanning decades highlight the owners Miss Linda and Mr. Eric, along with their staff, for treating children with genuine care and respect while providing well-rounded learning experiences. Many former students return as adults to visit, indicating long-lasting positive impacts.
Individualized attentionsafe and loving environmentstrong academic preparationdevelops social and communication skills - 2St. John'S Rainbow Trail Child Care4.27 score4.5(6)
9 N 9th St, Stroudsburg, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children
Parents consistently praise St. John's Rainbow Trail for its caring, attentive staff who provide a safe, clean, and nurturing environment where children learn and thrive. The center is commended for regular communication with parents and creating a fun, interactive curriculum. One parent expressed minimal satisfaction without elaborating.
Caring and kind staffsafe and clean facilityregular updates and photos shared with parentsinteractive and fun learning curriculum - 3Pocono Family Ymca3.84 score3.8(20)
809 Main St, Stroudsburg, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 188 children
Pocono Family YMCA receives high praise for its daycare staff, particularly caregivers like Miss Diane and Ms. Faith who provide attentive, nurturing care. Parents appreciate the affordable pricing, diverse programming, and welcoming community atmosphere. Some concerns exist regarding facility age and occasional management communication issues.
Caring and patient daycare staffaffordable pricingdiverse programs and activitieswelcoming community
Rating Distribution
Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Stroudsburg
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Stroudsburg zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18360 | 8 | 4.65 | 5 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Stroudsburg (19–188 children)
Small
up to 30 children
1
Medium
31–75 children
1
Large
76–150 children
1
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Stroudsburg based on parent reviews
Little Red Barn Early Learning Center
2131 Rimrock Dr, Stroudsburg, PA
Parents overwhelmingly praise Little Red Barn for its individualized, nurturing approach to early childhood education. Multiple reviewers spanning decades highlight the owners Miss Linda and Mr. Eric, along with their staff, for treating children with genuine care and respect while providing well-rounded learning experiences. Many former students return as adults to visit, indicating long-lasting positive impacts.
The Winsome Child, INC.
745-747 Ann Street, Stroudsburg, PA
Parents highlight the center's attentive staff and friendly atmosphere, noting that children enjoy attending and have made meaningful social progress. One reviewer specifically mentions their shy child becoming more talkative and engaged after enrollment.
Creative Learning Center
915 North 5th Street, Stroudsburg, PA
Parents highlight a welcoming and caring staff, noting that teachers make the transition easy for both children and first-time moms. One parent describes their son as happy and engaged, contrasting his current experience with previous negative drop-offs, while others appreciate the supervision and fundamental learning.
Little Discoveries Day Care, INC.
1431 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA
Parents highlight the center's caring staff, educational focus including Spanish and sign language, and specialized support for autistic children. Reviewers note the engaging playground activities and the staff's dedication to treating children like their own. No specific drawbacks were mentioned in the limited feedback.
St. John'S Rainbow Trail Child Care
9 N 9th St, Stroudsburg, PA
Parents consistently praise St. John's Rainbow Trail for its caring, attentive staff who provide a safe, clean, and nurturing environment where children learn and thrive. The center is commended for regular communication with parents and creating a fun, interactive curriculum. One parent expressed minimal satisfaction without elaborating.
Pocono Family Ymca
809 Main St, Stroudsburg, PA
Pocono Family YMCA receives high praise for its daycare staff, particularly caregivers like Miss Diane and Ms. Faith who provide attentive, nurturing care. Parents appreciate the affordable pricing, diverse programming, and welcoming community atmosphere. Some concerns exist regarding facility age and occasional management communication issues.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Stroudsburg, 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 Stroudsburg have an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.65 stars. Our analysis covers 57 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Stroudsburg, 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 Stroudsburg
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Parents highlight the center's attentive staff and friendly atmosphere, noting that children enjoy attending and have made meaningful social progress. One reviewer specifically mentions their shy child becoming more talkative and engaged after enrollment.
- Address
- 745-747 Ann Street, Stroudsburg, PA
- Phone
- (570) 422-2102
Parents highlight the center's caring staff, educational focus including Spanish and sign language, and specialized support for autistic children. Reviewers note the engaging playground activities and the staff's dedication to treating children like their own. No specific drawbacks were mentioned in the limited feedback.
- Address
- 1431 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA
- Phone
- (570) 872-9750
Parents highlight a welcoming and caring staff, noting that teachers make the transition easy for both children and first-time moms. One parent describes their son as happy and engaged, contrasting his current experience with previous negative drop-offs, while others appreciate the supervision and fundamental learning.
- Address
- 915 North 5th Street, Stroudsburg, PA
- Phone
- (570) 420-0710
- Quality
Parents overwhelmingly praise Little Red Barn for its individualized, nurturing approach to early childhood education. Multiple reviewers spanning decades highlight the owners Miss Linda and Mr. Eric, along with their staff, for treating children with genuine care and respect while providing well-rounded learning experiences. Many former students return as adults to visit, indicating long-lasting positive impacts.
- Address
- 2131 Rimrock Dr, Stroudsburg, PA
- Phone
- (570) 992-3100
Parents consistently praise St. John's Rainbow Trail for its caring, attentive staff who provide a safe, clean, and nurturing environment where children learn and thrive. The center is commended for regular communication with parents and creating a fun, interactive curriculum. One parent expressed minimal satisfaction without elaborating.
- Address
- 9 N 9th St, Stroudsburg, PA
- Phone
- (570) 424-4144
- Quality
Pocono Family YMCA receives high praise for its daycare staff, particularly caregivers like Miss Diane and Ms. Faith who provide attentive, nurturing care. Parents appreciate the affordable pricing, diverse programming, and welcoming community atmosphere. Some concerns exist regarding facility age and occasional management communication issues.
- Address
- 809 Main St, Stroudsburg, PA
- Phone
- (570) 421-1253
- Quality
- Address
- 910 Ann St, Ste A, Stroudsburg, PA
- Phone
- (570) 517-7501
- Address
- 2209 W Main St, Stroudsburg, PA
- Phone
- (570) 424-2750
- Quality
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
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