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4,289 Child Daycare & Preschools in Pennsylvania

Browse 4,289 child daycare & preschools across Pennsylvania. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Pennsylvania

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Pennsylvania can make the decision-making process smoother.

Pennsylvania has about 4,599 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Pennsylvania. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Pennsylvania

There are 4,599 daycares in Pennsylvania: 13 headstart facilities, 191 before/after school centers, 106 religious facility daycares, and 4,289 childcare and preschool centers.

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Start Smart Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe the center as a caring and trustworthy environment where staff are attentive and responsive to families. Reviewers highlight the emotional, intellectual, and physical growth of children, as well as the successful expansion to a second location.

trustworthy staffcaring administrationresponsive management
Address
865 Church St, Gallitzin, PA
Phone
(814) 884-4012
Quality
Richland Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes an overwhelmingly positive experience, stating they would give the center ten stars if possible.

Exceptional quality and satisfaction
Address
1000 Scalp Ave, Johnstown, PA
Phone
(814) 262-2046
Quality
Ywca Kuddle Korner Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the center's affordability and the staff's supportive approach to helping a child overcome drop-off anxiety and napping struggles. The reviewer notes that the staff maintained a positive attitude and managed operations effectively throughout the child's first year of preschool.

affordablesupportive staffeffective management
Address
119 Hoffman Ave, Ste 1, Windber, PA
Phone
(814) 467-7694
Quality
Learning Ladder
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the staff at Learning Ladder as wonderful, caring, attentive, and supportive. They report that their grandson has significantly improved his social and developmental skills while attending the preschool.

caring staffattentive teacherssupportive aides
Address
206 Beachley St, Meyersdale, PA
Phone
(814) 634-4803
Quality
Tiny Treasures Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
117 Main St, Ste 2, Forest City, PA
Phone
(570) 785-5271
Quality
Ransom Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes Ransom Day Care as an excellent option for preschool and kindergarten preparation, noting that the staff goes above and beyond in their approach. The review highlights a positive experience with their daughter's transition into kindergarten.

excellent preschool and kindergarten preparationstaff goes above and beyondpositive impact on child
Address
55 Dam Overlook Ln, Lawrenceville, PA
Phone
(570) 827-7301
Quality
Penny Heffner'S Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the facility's excellence and the staff's ability to help children transition and thrive, with one noting a significant positive change in their son. The owner and team are praised for creating a welcoming environment where children look forward to attending and engaging in fun activities.

excellent facilityhelpful staffstrong transition support
Address
23 Lake St, Tioga, PA
Phone
(570) 835-5573
Quality
Stepping Stones Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the center's safe, clean, and fun environment, noting that the staff is kind, responsible, and effective with educational and developmental tasks like potty training. Recent feedback emphasizes the positive impact on children's learning and enjoyment, with reviewers explicitly recommending the program. No specific complaints or negatives are mentioned in the available reviews.

safe environmentclean facilityfun atmosphere
Address
1 Dorsett Dr, Mansfield, PA
Phone
(570) 662-2213
Quality
Dallas Little People Day Care School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
96 Huntsville Rd, Dallas, PA
Phone
(570) 675-5172
Kiddy Kastle
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
359 Ridge St Rear, Freeland, PA
Phone
(570) 636-6018
Little Einsteins Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
379 S Main St, Wilkes Barre, PA
Phone
(570) 822-2371
Quality
Adventures In Learning Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, organization, and supportive staff, noting that teachers are great and leadership is strong. One reviewer specifically appreciates the flexibility and kindness shown to families with busy schedules.

cleanlinessorganizationsupportive staff
Address
301 Lake St, Dallas, PA
Phone
(570) 675-5213
Little Warriors Child Care LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the center's flexibility and excellent care for their four and seven-year-old children during the summer of 2023. The feedback emphasizes a positive experience with the staff's attentiveness to multiple age groups.

flexible scheduleexcellent careattentive to multiple children
Address
6200 Interchange Road, Lehighton, PA
Phone
(610) 377-5950
Quality
Salem Crossroads Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Salem Crossroads Day Care receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's warmth, individual attention, and educational quality. Parents report their children have thrived socially and academically, feeling well-prepared for kindergarten and older grades. Parents consistently express confidence and peace of mind leaving their children in the center's care.

friendly and patient staffone-on-one attentioneducational quality
Address
Trinity United Church, Delmont, PA
Phone
(724) 468-8490
Love Laugh Learn Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Love Laugh Learn Daycare for its caring staff, educational curriculum, and family-oriented environment. The center balances academics with play-based learning and maintains excellent communication with families through the Tadpole app. Children show strong academic and social development, with parents noting high cleanliness standards and genuine care from the director and teachers.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong academic preparation for kindergartenbalanced academics and play-based learning
Address
3802 State Route 31, Donegal Twp, PA
Phone
(724) 593-7770
Early Learners, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes a transformative experience where Miss Rachel supported their shy, non-verbal son’s social and academic growth, resulting in strong kindergarten readiness. Another family highlights the staff's consistent communication and care, with multiple children attending and recommendations for future enrollment.

Excellent preparation for kindergartenstrong communication with parentspatient and calm teaching style
Address
13300 State Route 30, Irwin, PA
Phone
(724) 864-6620
Quality
H.R. Rouse Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the center's caring staff and a full schedule of activities for children. The single review provided is entirely positive with no complaints listed.

caring stafffull schedule of activities
Address
238 E Main St, Youngsville, PA
Phone
(814) 563-2890
Quality
Kids In Motion Learning Center, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1576 Smith Twp State Rd, Burgettstown, PA
Phone
(724) 947-0660
New Adventure Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes New Adventure Learning Center as an amazing environment where their grandson, who attended as an infant, has learned significantly and formed a strong attachment to the staff. The reviewer highlights the teachers' compassion, availability, and clear communication, noting the center's cleanliness and welcoming atmosphere.

compassionate teachersgood communicationcleanliness
Address
Mon Valley Hospital, Monongahela, PA
Phone
(724) 258-1810
Quality
Love Too Learn
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

A single parent describes LOVE TOO LEARN as a great Christian place for childcare, noting that their daughter graduated from the program. The review highlights the facility's religious environment as a key feature of the experience.

Christian environmentgraduation program
Address
480 B Route 519, Eighty Four, PA
Phone
(724) 225-2820
Quality
Sru/Sga Preschool And Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the teachers' excellent skills and genuine care, noting that the center maintains strong security and enforces safety rules in a positive environment. The reviewer's child enjoyed the program so much that they eagerly attended classes.

experienced teachersgenuine care for childrenstrong building security
Address
007 Mckay Education Buildi, Slippery Rock, PA
Phone
(724) 738-2100
Quality
Somewhere Over The Rainbow - Zelienople
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent recalls positive childhood memories of attending the center as a teenager in 2013. Another review describes the environment as enjoyable, with a lighthearted comment involving a dog.

Positive childhood memoriesenjoyable atmosphere
Address
600 & 606 W Beaver St, Zelienople, PA
Phone
(724) 452-7070
Quality
Stepping Stones Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights a positive experience with Miss Felicia at Stepping Stones Child Care. The single review provided indicates high satisfaction with this specific staff member.

Positive interaction with Miss Felicia
Address
75 S Washington St, Canton, PA
Phone
(570) 673-4000
Quality
Medallion (Welsh Elem)
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the consistent, family-like care provided by staff, noting that teachers genuinely enjoy working with children and maintain safety during challenging times. Several families appreciate the program's reliability and positive impact on their kids, particularly within morning kindergarten and enrichment settings.

consistent and caring staffgenuine affection for childrenreliable support during disruptions
Address
750 New Rd, Churchville, PA
Phone
(215) 327-5070
Child Guidance Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

A parent highlights a multi-generational connection to the center, noting that both their children and a grandchild attended under Miss Joyce, with one child now working there. The review emphasizes the positive development of former students into beautiful young adults and potential future leaders.

Multi-generational attendancestrong staff relationshipspositive child development
Address
6920 Mill Creek Rd, Levittown, PA
Phone
(215) 943-6340
Quality
Right From The Start
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Reviewers describe RIGHT FROM THE START as a clean, safe center with friendly and knowledgeable staff that fosters a family atmosphere. Parents highlight the quality of care, fair pricing, and excellent communication, with some noting the convenience of bus services for kindergarten transitions.

Clean environmentfriendly staffwonderful communication
Address
3570 Old Rt 22, Hamburg, PA
Phone
(610) 562-5770
Quality
Mary'S Day Care Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights that the staff provides excellent care for their daughter. The reviewer expresses gratitude for the quality of supervision received.

Caring staffattentive supervision
Address
550 N 3rd St, Reading, PA
Phone
(484) 577-4320
Quality
Joy Garden Creative Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Joy Garden Creative Center in Reading, PA receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and safe learning environment. Parents highlight significant developmental improvements in their children's confidence, independence, social skills, and academic progress. Families appreciate the Montessori-based curriculum, flexible scheduling, reasonable pricing, and individualized attention to each child's needs.

Caring and passionate staffsafe and nurturing environmentchild development and growth
Address
525 Philadelphia Ave, Reading, PA
Phone
(610) 777-0910
Quality
Sweet Little Smiles LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Sweet Little Smiles LLC is a pediatric dental center in Reading, Pennsylvania specializing in tongue and lip tie revisions. Parents and referring providers consistently praise Dr. Milca for her exceptional clinical expertise, compassionate bedside manner, and collaborative approach to patient care. The office is noted for its child-friendly environment and comprehensive, family-centered treatment philosophy.

Dr. Milca's clinical expertise in pediatric dentistry and f
Address
440 Lancaster Ave, Reading, PA
Phone
(610) 208-0200
First Impressions Ecdc,INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
845 37th St, Altoona, PA
Phone
(814) 941-1940
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Frequently asked questions

There are 4,289 child daycare & preschools daycares across Pennsylvania. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Pennsylvania are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Pennsylvania's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Pennsylvania, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Pennsylvania sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Pennsylvania vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.