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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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Mary'S Munchkinland Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Mary's Munchkinland Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting caring and professional staff, quality education, and a welcoming family-like environment. Parents report long-term satisfaction, with many families using the center for multiple children over many years. Children are described as happy, engaged, and learning significantly while in the center's care.

Caring and professional stafffamily-like atmospherequality education and learning outcomes
Address
8017 Craig St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 331-1391
Evelyn Graves Christian Day Care Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
5501 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 727-7780
Quality
M.K.B.'S Over The Rainbow Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

M.K.B.'s Over the Rainbow Day Care Center receives predominantly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's dedication, long-term stability, and family-like atmosphere. The facility has built strong community trust over decades with consistent teachers and successful developmental outcomes. One parent reported dissatisfaction with how their son's biting behavior was handled, resulting in expulsion.

Experienced and stable staff (20+ year tenure)family-oriented environmentcompetitive pricing
Address
4301 Tyson Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 332-2260
Quality
The Early Years, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise the staff's dedication, care quality, and positive learning environment, with most noting their children are happy and engaged. One parent expressed concerns about communication delays, lack of indoor cameras, inflexibility with schedule changes, and payment options.

Staff dedication and attentivenessclean and safe facilityengaging activities and crafts
Address
847 Evans City Rd, Renfrew, PA
Phone
(724) 789-9003
Childtowne Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Childtowne Montessori School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its Montessori approach, nurturing environment, and skilled teachers. Parents report significant positive changes in their children and strong peace of mind. However, one family reported a negative administrative experience involving poor communication and handling of sensitive matters.

nurturing and accepting environmentskilled and experienced teacherspeaceful and engaging learning space
Address
1380 Bristol Rd, Southampton, PA
Phone
(215) 357-7393
Ohev Shalom Of Bucks County Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise Ohev Shalom of Bucks County Preschool for its warm, welcoming environment and community-focused approach. Staff and clergy are consistently described as kind, friendly, and going above and beyond. The facility is noted as inclusive and family-friendly with strong leadership.

Warm and welcoming environmentfriendly staff and clergycommunity-oriented
Address
944 2nd Street Pike, Richboro, PA
Phone
(215) 322-2958
Tlc Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

TLC Child Care Center receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents and staff who praise its family-oriented, non-profit approach to childcare. Reviewers consistently highlight the caring and supportive staff, nurturing environment, and genuine commitment to children's development and well-being. Multiple long-term employees and families attest to the center's positive impact and strong sense of community.

Non-profit model focused on quality over profitsupportive and family-like staff culturelow staff-to-child ratios
Address
19 S 5th St, Perkasie, PA
Phone
(215) 257-7664
Quality
Tiny Tots Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1897 Route 212, Quakertown, PA
Phone
(610) 346-6639
Wonderkids Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

WonderKids Learning Center in Levittown, Pennsylvania receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, clean facility, age-appropriate activities, and strong communication through their app system. One parent raised concerns about limited classroom stimulation, white walls, staff turnover, and management responsiveness to staff concerns. The majority of reviews highlight child development, emotional growth, and parent satisfaction.

caring and patient staffclean and modern facilityage-appropriate activities and curriculum
Address
479 Stonybrook Dr, Levittown, PA
Phone
(215) 486-6910
Quality
Teddy Bear College
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Teddy Bear College receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight strong communication, academic preparation, individualized attention to each child's needs, and a balanced approach to learning. Multiple families report significant improvements in their children's social skills, confidence, and love of learning.

Caring and dedicated staffexcellent parent communication through app/portalwarm and nurturing environment
Address
5285 Bensalem Blvd, Bensalem, PA
Phone
(215) 245-5118
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Nativity Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1501 N 13th St, Reading, PA
Phone
(610) 375-5190
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Lily Pond School-Age Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Lily Pond School-Age Center (also known as Kids First) receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and family-oriented atmosphere. Parents report high-quality education, excellent communication, and individualized attention to children's needs. The facility is recommended for its professionalism, safety practices, and positive impact on child development.

Caring and dedicated stafffamily-oriented environmentstrong communication with parents
Address
4 Sheraton Dr, Altoona, PA
Phone
(814) 329-9114
Quality
New Creation Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews describe New Creation Station as a church-based facility in Dover, Pennsylvania. Parents praise its Christian environment, community activities, and welcoming atmosphere. The facility offers Bible study, youth programs, sports activities, and family-oriented events throughout the year.

Biblical teachingwelcoming and down-to-earth environmentvariety of activities for families
Address
3005 Emig Mill Rd, Dover, PA
Phone
(717) 764-4290
Sonshine Christian Ctr: For The Enrichmnt Of Child
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Sonshine Christian Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Reviews highlight a welcoming, clean facility with caring staff, quality childcare, and strong community involvement including educational field trips and special events.

Friendly and helpful staffclean and secure buildingquality food
Address
729 Wallace Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 731-1550
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Hosanna House, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Hosanna House receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Reviews highlight caring staff, quality educational experiences, and a clean, secure facility that serves the broader community beyond childcare.

Supportive and helpful staffquality teacherssafe environment
Address
807 Wallace Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 243-3771
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Hilltop Community Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Hilltop Community Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, and well-developed curriculum. One parent raised concerns about poor communication, facility conditions, and receptionist responsiveness. The majority of reviews highlight happy children, professional leadership, and strong staff retention.

caring and attentive staffprofessional directorwell-developed curriculum
Address
201 Orchard Pl, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 381-1675
Quality
Stepping Stones Children'S Center At Crossroads
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Stepping Stones Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is noted for excellent staff who understand child development, quality facilities, and well-rounded programming. Parents report strong community connections and lasting positive experiences.

Excellent teachers and staffquality indoor and outdoor facilitiesengaging learning and art activities
Address
3281 Wexford-Bayne Road, Gibsonia, PA
Phone
(724) 625-5220
Cyert Center For Early Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1060 Morewood Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 268-8215
Quality
Munchkin University Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents overwhelmingly praise Munchkin University for its warm, nurturing staff and smooth transitions for children of all ages. Children reportedly look forward to attending daily and form strong bonds with teachers. One parent noted difficulty reaching the facility by phone.

Caring and compassionate staffsmooth transitions for new studentsaccommodating to parental preferences (cloth diapering
Address
3001 Sussex Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 885-5333
St. Paul'S Drop-In Child Care And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews describe St. Paul's as a welcoming and inclusive church community with a beautiful facility. However, the reviews appear to be about the church itself rather than the daycare services, making it difficult to assess actual childcare quality or operations.

Welcoming and inclusive communitybeautiful facilityinvolved in local and community service
Address
1965 Ferguson Rd, Allison Park, PA
Phone
(412) 486-6460
Quality
Kaleidoscope Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Kaleidoscope Child Care Center receives universal praise from parents for its exceptional staff, strong leadership, and educational quality. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, director Michelle's involvement, and the center's ability to prepare children for kindergarten and academic success. Families report feeling confident in the center's care and recommend it highly.

strong staff retentioncaring and patient teachersdirector actively involved w
Address
70 Abele Rd, Ste 1207, Bridgeville, PA
Phone
(412) 221-1190
Quality
Bloom-Memorial Elem-Bloomsburg Area Ymca Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Note: The reviews provided are for the Bloomsburg Area YMCA facility, not specifically for their daycare center. Reviews praise the YMCA as a community hub with quality fitness equipment, welcoming staff, and diverse programming. Parents appreciate the toddler and gymnastics classes available.

Friendly and welcoming staffquality fitness equipment and weight roomsdiverse class offerings (Zumba
Address
500 Market St, Bloomsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 784-4614
Bloomsburg Area Ymca-Ww Evans Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The reviews provided are not for daycare services but rather for the YMCA facility itself, covering gym equipment, fitness classes, and community programs. Parents/members praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality equipment, and variety of activities available.

friendly and encouraging staffquality weight room equipmentdiverse class offerings (Zumba
Address
59 Perry Ave, Bloomsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 847-7470
Quality
Bloomsburg Area Ymca Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The reviews are not about the daycare center but rather about the YMCA gym facility and programs. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality equipment, diverse classes, and community involvement. The facility is described as a small-town gem with excellent programs for both adults and children.

Friendly and welcoming staffquality equipment including newer Matrix brand machinesdiverse class offerings (Zumba
Address
30 E 7th St, Bloomsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 784-4019
Quality
Infant Development Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Infant Development Program in Lock Haven receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the welcoming environment and staff attentiveness to children's needs. However, one reviewer raised concerns about staffing levels, special needs support, and lack of classroom visibility for parents.

Great staffwelcoming environmentearly identification of children's needs
Address
980 E Water St, Lock Haven, PA
Phone
(570) 748-8393
Quality
Little Sunshines Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
61 E Washington St, Port Carbon, PA
Phone
(570) 622-2244
Quality
Jerusalem Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
252 Dock St, Schuylkill Haven, PA
Phone
(570) 385-5424
Quality
Child Development- Fountain Springs Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
200 Catherine St, Ashland, PA
Phone
(570) 875-5157
Quality
Mercy Neighborhood Ministries Of Phila
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Mercy Neighborhood Ministries is highly praised as a caring community organization serving children and adults in North Philadelphia. Parents consistently highlight the loving, attentive staff who make children feel safe and welcomed, with active engagement in educational activities. The facility is also recognized for its cleanliness, professionalism, and commitment to serving the broader community through meal distributions and various support programs.

Amazing and caring staffchild safety and comfortactive teacher engagement
Address
1939 W Venango St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 227-7439
Quality
Mt. Top Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

MT. Top Kids receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, personable staff, clean facility, developmental growth of children, and strong communication. Multiple families have used the daycare for 5+ years and recommend it highly.

Warm and nurturing staffclean and safe facilitypersonalized attention to each child
Address
1 Marian Court, Mountaintop, PA
Phone
(570) 474-4544

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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.