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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Sunbury, PA

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Sunbury. Average rating: 4.2/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Sunbury, Pennsylvania at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.2/5
Parent reviews
34
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Sunbury has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 34 parent reviews averaging 4.2/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Sunbury

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
    Sunbury Ymca Day Care Center
    4.53 score
    4.7(15)

    1150 N 4th St, Sunbury, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    Reviews praise the Sunbury YMCA facility for its excellent staff, clean facilities, and variety of amenities including gym equipment, pool, and sauna. However, the reviews appear to be for the YMCA fitness center rather than the daycare program specifically.

    Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesgood equipment and amenitiesspecial needs accommodation
  2. 2
    Otterbein United Methodist Church
    4.35 score
    4.6(7)

    356 Vine St, Sunbury, PA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 78 children

    Otterbein United Methodist Church in Sunbury offers preschool and children's programs that parents report their children enjoy. Most reviewers praise the facility and staff, though experiences appear mixed with some citing warmth from front desk staff while others felt the church was unwelcoming.

    Children love preschoolexcellent teachersbeautiful facilitykind front desk staff
  3. 3
    Kid'S Korner Learning Center
    3.51 score
    3.3(12)

    470 N 4th St, Sunbury, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 69 children

    Kid's Korner Learning Center receives mixed reviews with significant polarization between parents. Five-star reviewers praise the staff's friendliness, caring approach, and positive learning environment, reporting their children thrive and feel safe. One-star reviewers report serious concerns including inadequate supervision during incidents, poor staff responsiveness, and negative treatment of children.

    friendly and caring staffpositive learning environmenteasy

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Sunbury

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Sunbury, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Sunbury zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
178015
4.2
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Sunbury (69–120 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Sunbury based on parent reviews

Sunbury Ymca Day Care Center

4.7(15)

1150 N 4th St, Sunbury, PA

Reviews praise the Sunbury YMCA facility for its excellent staff, clean facilities, and variety of amenities including gym equipment, pool, and sauna. However, the reviews appear to be for the YMCA fitness center rather than the daycare program specifically.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesgood equipment and amenities

Kid'S Korner Learning Center

3.3(12)

470 N 4th St, Sunbury, PA

Kid's Korner Learning Center receives mixed reviews with significant polarization between parents. Five-star reviewers praise the staff's friendliness, caring approach, and positive learning environment, reporting their children thrive and feel safe. One-star reviewers report serious concerns including inadequate supervision during incidents, poor staff responsiveness, and negative treatment of children.

friendly and caring staffpositive learning environmenteasy

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Daycare types in Sunbury

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Sunbury, Pennsylvania

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Sunbury, Pennsylvania, making up 80% of the 5 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 Sunbury have an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 34 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Sunbury, 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 Sunbury

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Sunbury Ymca Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Reviews praise the Sunbury YMCA facility for its excellent staff, clean facilities, and variety of amenities including gym equipment, pool, and sauna. However, the reviews appear to be for the YMCA fitness center rather than the daycare program specifically.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesgood equipment and amenities
Address
1150 N 4th St, Sunbury, PA
Phone
(570) 286-6564
Quality
Kid'S Korner Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Kid's Korner Learning Center receives mixed reviews with significant polarization between parents. Five-star reviewers praise the staff's friendliness, caring approach, and positive learning environment, reporting their children thrive and feel safe. One-star reviewers report serious concerns including inadequate supervision during incidents, poor staff responsiveness, and negative treatment of children.

friendly and caring staffpositive learning environmenteasy
Address
470 N 4th St, Sunbury, PA
Phone
(570) 286-6868
Quality
Ymca School Age Child Care At Beck Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
600 Arch St, Sunbury, PA
Phone
(570) 286-6373
Quality
Concerned Citizens For Child Care,INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
619 Race St, Sunbury, PA
Phone
(570) 286-5620
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Sunbury, Pennsylvania, out of 5 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 Sunbury have an average Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Sunbury, 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
Sunbury offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Sunbury for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Sunbury 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.