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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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Lancaster Recreation Commission After Sc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Lancaster Recreation Commission After School Care is a multipurpose community facility that offers affordable childcare and after-school programs alongside various recreational activities. Parents praise the friendly staff, safe environment, and value for money compared to other providers. The facility has been serving families for many years with consistent positive experiences.

Friendly and caring staffaffordable pricingsafe environment
Address
525 Fairview Ave, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 392-2212
Quality
Elizabethtown Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Elizabethtown Child Care Center for its caring, professional staff and well-rounded curriculum that encourages learning and creativity. The center offers excellent value with inclusive programming, multiple outdoor spaces, enriching activities, and strong communication with parents. Multiple families report their children have thrived developmentally and emotionally during their time at the center.

Highly educated and nurturing teachersthoughtful and enriching curriculumindividual attention to child interests
Address
777 S Mount Joy St, Elizabethtown, PA
Phone
(717) 361-1982
Quality
Dr. Michael K Curley Early Childhood Training Inst
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

This facility appears to be a vocational training center rather than a traditional daycare, offering programs in CDL training, welding, and LPN certification. Reviews consistently praise the instructors for their knowledge, patience, and supportive teaching approach. Students report successfully obtaining certifications and finding job placement opportunities after completing programs.

Knowledgeable and caring instructorsflexible scheduling for working adultssuccessful certification outcomes
Address
432 Old Market St, Mount Joy, PA
Phone
(717) 653-3173
Quality
Masonic Homes Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews praise the staff's professionalism and care quality, particularly highlighting physical therapy, occupational therapy, and nursing services. However, one reviewer reported significant delays in speech therapy services. Note: Most reviews appear to reference home health care services rather than childcare.

Caring and professional staffexcellent physical and occupational therapyskilled nursing services
Address
One Masonic Drive, Elizabethtown, PA
Phone
(717) 367-7112
Wee Love & Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

One parent describes the center as the best in the area, highlighting its hands-on staff, former teacher owner, and family-friendly environment that includes outdoor time and hot meals. In contrast, another review characterizes the facility as mediocre with subpar staff and an uncaring owner who treats families as mere numbers.

hands-on staffformer teacher ownerlearning reinforcement
Address
2241 Ridge Rd, Bangor, PA
Phone
(610) 588-8784
The Ymca Sacc Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The YMCA SACC Program in Easton receives mostly positive feedback with a 4.4/5 rating. Parents praise the facility's amenities, friendly staff, and childcare services, though some have concerns about facility maintenance and capacity issues.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffexcellent gym equipment and facilities (poolsauna
Address
1225 W Lafayette St, Easton, PA
Phone
(610) 258-8616
Quality
Project Of Easton, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Project of Easton is highly praised as a community-focused organization offering educational programs, food assistance, and social services. Parents consistently highlight the warm, caring, and professional staff who genuinely support families in need. The facility is recognized for its positive impact on the Easton community through volunteer opportunities and assistance programs.

Caring and welcoming staffeducational programs (GEDEnglish
Address
320 Ferry St, Easton, PA
Phone
(610) 258-8436
Quality
Creative Learning Center Of The Lehigh Valley INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Creative Learning Center of the Lehigh Valley receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight caring, professional staff, strong communication, age-appropriate learning activities, and a family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children are happy, thriving, and making developmental progress.

Caring and professional teachersfamily-like atmospherestrong leadership and communication
Address
4 Crown Plz, Easton, PA
Phone
(610) 438-8417
Montgomery Early Learning Centers-Cynwyd Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Montgomery Early Learning Centers-Cynwyd receives mostly positive reviews from parents praising staff communication, care quality, and flexible hours. However, there are isolated complaints about educational content and staff conduct. The majority of reviewers report strong satisfaction with their experience.

Excellent communication through Tadpoles appflexible hoursmeals provided
Address
101 W Levering Mill Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA
Phone
(610) 771-1049
Quality
Montgomery Early Learning Centers-Penn Wynne
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Montgomery Early Learning Centers-Penn Wynne receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the quality of care, communication through the Tadpoles app, and flexible hours. However, there are isolated concerns about educational curriculum and a serious complaint regarding staff conduct and payment issues.

excellent communication via Tadpoles appflexible hoursmeals provided
Address
250 Haverford Rd, Wynnewood, PA
Phone
(610) 649-9600
Quality
Noreen Cook Ctr For Early Childhood Ed Of Har Zion
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise the Noreen Cook Center for Early Childhood Education at Har Zion as a well-maintained, welcoming facility with strong educational programming and engaging activities. The facility is noted for its beautiful, recently renovated building and accommodating staff who work well with young children. Reviews highlight the center's community involvement and variety of educational and social opportunities.

Beautiful and well-maintained buildingaccommodating s
Address
1500 Hagys Ford Rd, Penn Valley, PA
Phone
(610) 667-7653
Quality
Montgomery Early Learning Centers-Merion Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Montgomery Early Learning Centers-Merion Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, strong communication through the Tadpoles app, flexible hours, and quality care for infants and toddlers. However, there are isolated concerns about limited educational curriculum and a complaint regarding staff conduct and payment practices.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent daily communication via Tadpoles appflexible extended hours
Address
549 S Bowman Ave, Merion Station, PA
Phone
(610) 664-4521
Quality
Wee Care Child Development Center II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Wee Care Child Development Center II in Pottstown receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and warm environment. However, one recent review raises serious concerns about mold in the building and claims administration is not addressing the issue.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong teacher-child relationshipsclean and inviting classrooms
Address
2573 E High St, Pottstown, PA
Phone
(610) 327-7426
Quality
Wee Care Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Wee Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, clean and welcoming facility, and strong teacher-child relationships. Parents report feeling confident in their children's care and development. However, one recent review raises serious concerns about mold in the building and claims administration has not addressed the issue.

Caring and friendly staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsclean and well-maintained facility
Address
2573 E High St, Pottstown, PA
Phone
(610) 327-7426
Quality
Boyertown Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Boyertown Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, patient staff, engaging curriculum, strong director involvement, and the use of technology to keep parents informed. Children are reported to be happy, learning, and excited to attend daily.

Caring and patient staffengaged directorwarm community feel
Address
500 Sweinhart Rd, Boyertown, PA
Phone
(610) 369-9077
Quality
Kinder Works
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Kinderworks/Childtime of Montgomeryville for its caring, attentive staff, clean and well-maintained facilities, and comprehensive curriculum. Children show enthusiasm about attending, and parents report significant developmental progress and learning outcomes.

Caring and professional teachersknowledgeable and involved directorsclean and bright facilities
Address
595 Bethlehem Pike, Montgomeryville, PA
Phone
(215) 822-2751
Quality
Abc Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

ABC Academy receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly and professional staff who create an enjoyable environment where children are happy to attend. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving rough handling of a child that resulted in bruising.

friendly and professional staffexperienced teachersaccommodating owners
Address
69 N Main St, Carbondale, PA
Phone
(570) 282-2222
Quality
Round Hills Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Round Hills Elementary School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and friendly staff, clean facilities, and quality educational programs. Parents appreciate the school's commitment to child development and additional services like dental care provided through community partnerships.

friendly and kind staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesgood parking
Address
136 Grimesville Rd, Williamsport, PA
Phone
(570) 323-3713
Quality
Abc Day Care And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

ABC Day Care and Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's loving, professional care and strong developmental support. Parents consistently report their children thriving academically, socially, and emotionally, with smooth transitions to kindergarten and beyond. Families express deep gratitude for the nurturing environment and often cite relocation as the only reason for leaving.

Caring and professional staffloving treatment of childrenstrong academic preparation
Address
105 Seven Bridge Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA
Phone
(570) 476-6692
Abc Day Care And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

ABC Daycare and Preschool in Brodheadsville receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the staff's caring, professional approach and the center's nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, with many families enrolling multiple children and remaining at the center for years. The facility is noted for strong communication, engaging curriculum, and staff who treat children like their own family members.

Loving and nurturing staffprofessional communication and updatesstrong academic preparation for kindergarten
Address
Mazuk Plaza, Brodheadsville, PA
Phone
(570) 402-2191
All About Kids Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

All About Kids Early Learning Center has mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, family atmosphere, cleanliness, and reasonable rates. However, serious concerns have been raised about alleged physical and verbal abuse, poor communication about daily activities, and lack of accountability from management.

Caring and compassionate staffclean facilityreasonable rates
Address
5750 Derry St, Harrisburg, PA
Phone
(717) 558-8800
Quality
The Latchkey Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents highlight the exceptional care provided by Jamaal, Tiffany, and the broader staff, noting that children genuinely enjoy the programs and facilities. Multiple families praise the center's ability to support children with special needs, including autism, and appreciate the value of their after-school and summer offerings. Reviewers describe the experience as a 'hidden gem' and express strong satisfaction with the staff's dedication and the quality of the environment.

caring and dedicated staffexcellent support for children with autismengaging after-school and summer programs
Address
2330 Vartan Way, Harrisburg, PA
Phone
(717) 526-6041
Quality
A+ Child Care, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise A+ Child Care as a highly professional facility with attentive staff and ownership. Children are reported to be well-cared for and happy, with parents feeling comfortable and at ease. The center benefits from over 25 years of experience.

Professional staffwelcoming atmosphereattentive owner
Address
2510 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 882-2401
Quality
All About Kidz Child Development And Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

All About Kidz receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents regarding staff quality, cleanliness, communication, and individualized child care. However, two recent reviews highlight significant communication failures regarding enrollment and waitlist management, with one parent left scrambling after last-minute cancellation with insufficient notice.

Clean and organized facilitiesengaged and caring staffstrong owner/director communication and accessibility
Address
928 Route 910 -, Ste 6, Cheswick, PA
Phone
(412) 406-6760
Quality
Family Center Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Several parents highlight the center's family-oriented atmosphere, noting that staff are caring, flexible, and effective at preparing children for kindergarten. Conversely, one review criticizes the facility for teachers being distracted by phones and failing to intervene in bullying incidents between older and younger children.

Family settingcaring staffkindergarten preparation
Address
1200 Wolfe Ave, Braddock, PA
Phone
(412) 824-4263
Quality
Jewish Community Center - South Hills Branch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise the Jewish Community Center - South Hills Branch as an excellent community resource with outstanding staff and modern facilities. Reviews highlight exceptional service across childcare, aquatics, fitness, and event hosting, with consistently friendly and helpful personnel. The facility is noted for being clean, well-maintained, and offering diverse programs for families and all age groups.

friendly and helpful staffclean and modern facilitiesstate-of-the-art amenities (pool
Address
345 Kane Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 278-8198
Quality
The Hill House Assoc. Early Learning & Child Dev.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews praise The Hill House for excellent staff, caring service, and comprehensive community resources including medical, dental, and mental health services. Parents highlight the positive atmosphere and staff dedication. Note: Reviews appear to focus on broader community services rather than specifically on early learning/childcare.

Caring and knowledgeable staffpositive atmospherecomprehensive health and community resources
Address
1835 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 392-2445
Quality
Oakland Sunshine Day Care & Lng Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Oakland Sunshine Day Care receives mostly positive reviews praising caring, professional staff and cleanliness. However, one parent reported a negative enrollment experience with the director being unhelpful and unwilling to provide tours or information without being on a waitlist.

Caring and professional teachersclean facilitychildren learning
Address
2358 5th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 621-1787
Quality
Casa Del Carmen Family Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Casa del Carmen Family Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its quality childcare and community support services. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, clean facilities, and the center's role in helping families through social services. Children show positive developmental progress and emotional adjustment.

Professional and kind staffclean facilitieschild development and vocabulary improvement
Address
4400 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 457-7433
Quality
Overbrook Presbyterian Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Overbrook Presbyterian Pre-School receives overwhelmingly positive ratings, with parents praising the staff as phenomenal and highlighting the welcoming, diverse community atmosphere. One parent reported their son attended for 2 years with great satisfaction. A few reviews mention facility concerns including a cold building.

Phenomenal staffwelcoming communitydiverse environment
Address
6376 City Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 877-7895

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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.