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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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Tobyhanna Army Depot Child Devel Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

This facility listing appears to contain reviews for Tobyhanna Army Depot's visitor services and administrative functions rather than the child development center. Reviews consistently praise the professionalism, friendliness, and efficiency of staff across various depot services.

Friendly and professional staffefficient processinghelpful security personnel
Address
11 Hap Arnold Blvd, Tobyhanna, PA
Phone
(570) 615-5656
Quality
St. Paul Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

St. Paul Children's Center is highly rated by parents who appreciate its Christian-based approach to childcare and education. The facility is a 4-star STARS program participant. Parents praise the spiritual environment, welcoming community, and beautiful grounds.

Christian-based curriculum4-star STARS ratingspiritual focus
Address
750 Norland Ave, Chambersburg, PA
Phone
(717) 267-7175
Imagination Island Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Imagination Island Learning Center as a caring, family-oriented daycare with highly dedicated and experienced teachers. The non-profit center is noted for combining warm, home-like environments with quality early education curriculum and strong parental involvement. Families report feeling welcomed and confident in their children's safety, growth, and happiness.

Loving and experienced teachers with long tenurecaring administratorssafe and welcoming atmosphere
Address
4969 Berkley St, Harrisburg, PA
Phone
(717) 652-2622
Rainbow'S End Child Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Rainbow's End Child Academy receives universally positive feedback from parents. The center is praised for its caring, dedicated staff, engaging educational activities, and family-like atmosphere. Parents consistently report their children thriving developmentally and academically while forming strong relationships with teachers.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsengaging arts and crafts activities
Address
2705 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 422-2713
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Homewood-Brushton Ywca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents praise Homewood-Brushton YWCA's staff for developing strong bonds with children and providing excellent early learning instruction. The facility is noted for offering valuable community resources and support services to families beyond childcare.

Fantastic and helpful staffstrong child developmentlearning-focused environment
Address
6907 Frankstown Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 361-1643
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Rodman Street Missionary Baptist Child C
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews are not actually about the daycare center but rather about Rodman Street Missionary Baptist Church itself. The reviews praise the church's pastor, spiritual community, music ministry, and welcoming family environment. No specific feedback about the child care services is provided.

Strong faith communitypassionate pastorwelcoming environment
Address
6111 Rodman St, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 363-3808
Covenant Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The reviews provided are for New Covenant Church of Philadelphia, not Covenant Academy daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available for this center.

None - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare facility
Address
7500 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 247-7750
Enon Coulter Community Development Corp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The reviews provided do not appear to be for the daycare center. Instead, they are reviews for Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church, focusing on sermons, worship services, and religious programs rather than childcare services.

None relevant to daycare operations
Address
230 W Coulter St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 276-6720
Generations Child Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
4529 Germantown Ave, # 1, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 849-9544
Quality
Alphabet Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Alphabet Station receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with the majority praising the caring staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and quality educational programs that prepare children for kindergarten. One negative review alleges staff misconduct and overcharging, contrasting sharply with the predominant positive experiences reported.

caring and loving staffexcellent daily communication with photosclean and spacious facility
Address
1510 E Passyunk Ave, # 12, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 551-1641
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Pieces Of The Puzzle Learning Cntr INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Pieces of the Puzzle Learning Center receives predominantly positive reviews praising the staff's attentiveness, curriculum quality, and child development outcomes. One negative review cited staffing inconsistencies and poor management availability in the morning hours.

Attentive and caring staffchild development and learning outcomeshealthy meals
Address
2316 Cecil B Moore Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 232-2101
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Open Arms Child Care, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Open Arms Child Care in Philadelphia receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the exceptional, caring staff and welcoming atmosphere. Parents consistently highlight the facility's cleanliness, organization, strong kindergarten preparation, and sense of community. Multiple families have returned or remained enrolled for extended periods, indicating high satisfaction and trust.

Exceptional and caring teaching staffwelcoming and happy atmospherecleanliness and organization
Address
2063 Snyder Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 465-5458
Busy Bees Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Busy Bees Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple years of enrollment. Parents highlight warm, caring staff with low turnover, strong educational programming, and personalized attention to each child's development. The center fosters a family-like community where children are excited to attend and make measurable learning progress.

Staff remembers all children's namescaring and patient teachersmany staff members with 20+ yea
Address
601 Walnut St. Ll -25, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 733-3927
Quality
Brand New Life Christian Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Brand New Life Christian Center appears to be primarily a church and food bank rather than a daycare facility. Reviews praise the welcoming community, spiritual teaching, and free food distribution services offered on Saturdays. Parents highlight the kind staff, clean facilities, and family-friendly atmosphere.

Kind and professional staffspiritual teachings and communityfree food distribution
Address
6301 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 844-4079
Phillipsburg Sacc - Alternate Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
Fourth And Presqueisle St, Phillipsburg, PA
Phone
(814) 238-8548
Zion Umc Weekday Ministries
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews praise ZION UMC Weekday Ministries as a welcoming and friendly congregation with strong community engagement. Parents highlight the quality of children's programs and the upbeat, inclusive atmosphere of the church. The facility offers additional activities like free Tae Kwon Do classes.

Welcoming and kind staffexcellent children's programsupbeat services
Address
438 Bear Creek Rd, Sarver, PA
Phone
(724) 353-1720
Adventurous Kids Early Childhood Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Adventurous Kids Early Childhood Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Children are reported to be happy and safe, with staff described as caring, well-trained, and trustworthy. The facility offers affordable rates and school transportation services.

Caring and well-trained staffchild safetyaffordable rates
Address
501 W Cedar St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(484) 951-1150
Quality
Faith Factory Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Faith Factory Learning Center receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong communication, individualized attention to children's development, faith-based curriculum, and excellent kindergarten preparation. Multiple families have attended for 4+ years and enthusiastically recommend the center.

Warm and nurturing environmentexcellent teacher-parent communicationstaff treats children with genuine care and individual attention
Address
St Mark'S United Meth Ch, Mount Joy, PA
Phone
(717) 653-8200
Quality
Pfvy- Ambler Area Ymca- Fort Washington
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

This YMCA facility receives consistently high ratings (all 5-star reviews except one 4-star) with parents praising its comprehensive amenities, cleanliness, and friendly staff. Members highlight the multiple pools, fitness equipment, classes, and family-oriented atmosphere. The facility is well-maintained and offers good value for the variety of services provided.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffmultiple pools and aquatic center
Address
1010 Fort Washington Ave, Fort Washington, PA
Phone
(215) 628-9950
Quality
Victory Early Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Victory Early Learning Academy receives predominantly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring and dedicated staff, play-based learning approach, and transparent communication. One parent reported a concern about staff supervision and felt the director's response to their complaint was dismissive and defensive.

Caring and engaged staffdaily communication and photos via appplay-based learning philosophy
Address
2650 Audubon Rd, Fl 1, Norristown, PA
Phone
(610) 676-0420
Quality
Stepping Stones Nursery School & Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
1601 Derstine Rd, Hatfield Twp, PA
Phone
(215) 368-2050
Early Learning Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise ELCA as a welcoming, family-oriented daycare with caring and professional staff. Children show significant developmental progress and enjoy attending daily. The center maintains clean facilities, offers fair pricing, and actively involves families in community events.

Caring and professional staffclean and safe environmentstrong curriculum and child development
Address
406 N Sumneytown Pike, North Wales, PA
Phone
(215) 699-4900
P.F.V.Y. Royersford Early Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise P.F.V.Y. Royersford Early Learning (Magic Memories Royersford) for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming family-oriented environment. Children reportedly feel happy, safe, and comfortable while receiving excellent communication and updates from teachers. The center is particularly noted for accommodating allergies and special needs while fostering strong friendships and developmental growth.

Attentive and caring teachersexcellent daily communication and photo updatessmall class sizes
Address
25 N 6th Ave, Royersford, PA
Phone
(484) 984-2000
Quality
Countryside Pre-School And Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Countryside Pre-School and Child Care Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly staff, clean facility, and quality learning environment. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about staff professionalism, rudeness from management, rough handling of children, and poor cleanliness in certain areas.

friendly and kind staffsupportive directorclean building
Address
133 Golf Dr, Cresco, PA
Phone
(570) 595-9480
Quality
Wee Wons
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Wee Wons is highly rated by parents who praise the welcoming, clean environment and caring staff. Children show enthusiasm for attending, demonstrate learning progress, and develop socially. Parents appreciate communication through the Kangarootime app, included meals, and the sense of community fostered by the center.

Friendly and welcoming staffsafe and clean facilitystrong educational curriculum
Address
1702 Route 940, Pocono Pines, PA
Phone
(570) 643-1350
Wee Wons INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Wee Wons Inc for its clean, welcoming environment, caring and enthusiastic staff, and strong educational curriculum. Children show significant development and learning progress while genuinely enjoying attending. The facility is noted for excellent communication, convenient hours, included meals, and a supportive community atmosphere.

Caring and friendly staffwelcoming environmenteducational curriculum
Address
127 Route 423, Pocono Pines, PA
Phone
(570) 646-6500
Quality
Little Red Barn Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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 preparation
Address
2131 Rimrock Dr, Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 992-3100
Little Adventures Child Care Ctr Of Quincy Village
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Note: Reviews appear to be for Quincy Village senior living community, not a child daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the facility's friendly and helpful staff, beautiful location, safe environment, and variety of activities. Residents report feeling at home and well-cared for over multi-year stays.

Friendly and welcoming staffbeautiful location and viewssafe environment
Address
6596 Orphanage Road, Waynesboro, PA
Phone
(717) 749-2340
Quality Time For Your Child Learning Academy, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Quality Time for Your Child Learning Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the organized facility, caring and dedicated staff, and engaging activities that keep children happy and learning. The owner is noted for being supportive and family-oriented. One negative review cited concerns about staff patience and behavior toward children.

organized facilitycaring and dedicated teachersvariety of activities and events
Address
1016 Cottman Ave, Ste B, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(267) 343-7770
Quality
Pre-School Power Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Pre-School Power Child Development Center (also referred to as Ann Kids) for its caring and passionate staff, smooth transitions, and welcoming environment. The center receives universal 5-star ratings with parents highlighting excellent teacher-student relationships, quality curriculum, nutritious meals, and strong security measures. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show significant developmental progress.

Compassionate and patient staffsmooth transition to schooldiverse activities and outings
Address
6200 Palmetto St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 342-4780
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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.