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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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Spring Rose Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Spring Rose Childcare in Reading, PA receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 recent reviews gave 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring and experienced staff, clean facility, strong educational programs, and exceptional support for children with special needs. Parents report feeling confident in their children's safety and development at this center-based daycare.

Caring and compassionate staffexperienced with special needs (ASD)small class sizes
Address
563 Mountain Home Rd, Reading, PA
Phone
(610) 670-0752
Quality
Taylor'S Turf At The Learning Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents highlight the staff's welcoming and family-like approach, noting that their children enjoy the care provided. While one reviewer found the pricing reasonable, another reported that the contact number listed on Google was not working.

loving staffchildren enjoy the programfamily-like atmosphere
Address
6 Cayuga Cir, Altoona, PA
Phone
(814) 940-0783
West Manheim Little People Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

One parent describes the staff as considerate, caring, and informative, while noting the facility is always clean. Conversely, a single reviewer reports a negative experience with a staff member during an inquiry call, citing rude behavior as the reason for declining services.

considerate staffcaring attitudeinformative communication
Address
71 Fairview Dr, Hanover, PA
Phone
(717) 630-0871
Sunbeam Station Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

One parent describes a positive four-and-a-half-year experience with caring staff, while another reports a serious safety concern involving improper handling of a toddler. These contrasting accounts highlight both the potential for excellent care and significant risks regarding staff training and conduct.

caring teachers and stafflong-term satisfactionpositive staff interactions
Address
4360 Board Rd, Manchester, PA
Phone
(717) 266-6656
Quality
Growing Friends Childcare Center And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

One parent describes a positive experience with attentive staff and daily communication logs, while another praises the facility's overall quality and pricing. Conversely, a single reviewer alleges financial theft and strongly discourages enrollment.

Attentive and friendly staffdaily activity logsaffordable pricing
Address
12184 Winterstown Rd, Felton, PA
Phone
(717) 246-6802
Quality
Kindercademy Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Kindercademy Early Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff who create a warm, family-like environment. Children show strong academic and social development, with parents reporting excellent communication from teachers and leadership. All reviews are 5-star ratings, indicating high satisfaction with the program's quality, activities, and year-round offerings.

Caring and personable teachersstrong staff-child relationshipsopen communication with parents
Address
101 N Baltimore St, Dillsburg, PA
Phone
(717) 432-2826
Quality
Kids First Daycare,INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Kids First Daycare receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, engaging activities, and excellent summer programs. Most children enjoy attending and parents report feeling confident in their care. However, there are concerns about inconsistent staff quality and questions about management transparency.

Caring and nurturing staffchildren enjoy attendingexcellent outdoor playground
Address
2500 W Market St, York, PA
Phone
(717) 792-2650
Quality
Southern Branch Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Southern Branch YMCA in Shrewsbury offers a well-maintained facility with diverse programs including aquatics, fitness classes, and specialized health programs. Parents and members consistently praise the clean facilities, knowledgeable instructors, and friendly front desk staff. The childcare services receive particular recognition for attentive, caring staff who help ease parents' concerns.

Cleanwell-maintained facilitiesfriendly and professional staff
Address
100 Constitution Ave, Shrewsbury, PA
Phone
(717) 235-5045
Quality
Noah'S Ark
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents highlight a clean, calm environment with welcoming staff and engaging activities for young children, noting that drop-offs are efficient and children appear happy. However, one parent reports a serious security and communication failure where a child was released to an unauthorized individual without notifying the custodial parent, resulting in the child's immediate removal from the program.

clean and calm centerwelcoming and pleasant staffengaging for children
Address
616 17th St, Beaver Falls, PA
Phone
(724) 843-3933
Quality
Great Beginnings Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Great Beginnings Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff and small classroom sizes. Parents report their children are well-prepared for school, receive attentive individual care, and benefit from quality programming in a clean, welcoming environment.

Caring and professional staffsmall classroom sizesquality educational programming
Address
2908 Mckelvey Rd Ext, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 242-2992
Quality
St. Barnabas After School/Summer Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

St. Barnabas is praised as a community-serving organization offering shelter, food distribution, tax preparation, and emergency assistance. Reviews highlight the cleanliness of facilities, compassionate and helpful staff, and free resources available to those in need.

Kind and friendly staffwell-maintained facilitiesfree services (food distribution
Address
6006 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 528-8540
Just Like Home Child Day Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Just Like Home Child Day Care Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and interactive staff, reasonable pricing, and welcoming environment. However, one parent reported serious concerns about a 3-year-old classroom teacher's behavior toward children.

loving and interactive staffdaily crafts and activitiesreasonable pricing
Address
1000 Infinity Dr, Ste 120, Monroeville, PA
Phone
(724) 519-9777
Quality
Tutor Time Child Care / Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Tutor Time Pittsburgh receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight caring, attentive staff and a warm, nurturing learning environment. Parents consistently mention excellent communication through daily photo updates and live classroom feeds, as well as children's enthusiasm about attending. The center is commended for structured educational activities, safety, and professional management.

Caring and patient staffwarm and welcoming environmentexcel
Address
6031 Baptist Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 951-1034
Quality
It'S All About Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

A few parents highlight Maureen and her staff as fantastic, noting their flexibility, affordability, and strong support for potty training and early learning. Reviewers appreciate the nurturing environment, individualized attention, and fun community activities like movie nights and swims. Families report feeling comfortable and satisfied with the care provided over several years.

flexible schedulingaffordable pricingpotty training support
Address
2484 Sample Rd, Allison Park, PA
Phone
(412) 486-6560
Quality
Abc School House
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Several parents highlight exceptional, personalized care, noting that staff treat children like their own and accommodate schedules, including providing specialized attention for neurodivergent children. However, one review strongly criticizes the facility's maintenance and leadership, citing mold concerns and lack of transparency.

personalized careaccommodating schedulesexperienced with special needs
Address
144 N Gallatin Ave, Uniontown, PA
Phone
(724) 438-8789
Quality
Sonshine Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Sonshine Kids receives predominantly positive reviews praising staff friendliness, communication, and child care quality, though two recent 1-star reviews cite serious concerns about staff responsiveness, communication breakdowns, and alleged discrimination. Most parents report their children thrive and feel loved at the facility.

Friendly and caring staffexcellent daily communication and photo updateschild growth and learning
Address
14770 Harmonsburg Rd, Meadville, PA
Phone
(814) 724-4861
Schuylkill I.U. Day Care And Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, amenities, and special needs services. However, some parents report serious concerns about management leadership and staff professionalism, including issues with therapist conduct and unresponsive supervisors.

Clean facilityample parkingcourteous staff
Address
Maple Ave., Marlin, PA
Phone
(570) 544-4913
The Perception Training Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

The Perception Training Center in Pottsville receives mostly positive reviews praising its Montessori curriculum, caring staff, and quality developmental care. However, one parent reported poor management, lack of structure, and staff rudeness. The center holds the highest state rating through Keystone Stars.

Montessori curriculumcaring and nurturing staffdevelopmentally appropriate learning
Address
1265 B Laurel Blvd, Pottsville, PA
Phone
(570) 624-4782
Quality
Brightside Academy Early Care And Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Brightside Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, patient, and professional staff who provide quality education and individualized attention. Parents report their children have experienced significant intellectual and social development, with several mentioning long-term enrollment and staff members by name. One parent noted inconsistent communication between staff members but overall expressed satisfaction with their child's care.

Pat
Address
5600 Woodland Ave, # 14, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 727-7158
Quality
The Children'S Place Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

The Children's Place Preschool in Philadelphia receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, noticeable child development progress, variety of activities, and clean facilities. Multiple parents indicate they would recommend the center and plan to enroll additional children.

Amazing and caring staffprofessional communicationchild development and growth
Address
6006 6008 Colgate St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 722-2138
Quality
Lassin Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Lassin Early Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, developmental activities, small class sizes, and communication through the app. However, some parents report concerns about enrollment fees, refund policies, and teaching quality.

Caring and responsive teacherschild comfort and developmentsmall group sizes
Address
10800 Jamison Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 677-7719
Quality
Land Of Happy Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Land of Happy Kids for its caring, professional staff and clean, well-organized facility. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show strong developmental progress in academics, social skills, and emotional growth. The owner, Ms. Layla, and her team are frequently noted for treating children and families with warmth and creating a welcoming, family-like environment.

Caring and nurturing staffclean and safe facilityengaging educational activities
Address
1401 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 722-2040
Quality
The Children'S Place Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

The Children's Place Preschool in Philadelphia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with reviewers consistently praising the caring and professional staff. Parents report notable developmental progress in their children and appreciate the variety of activities offered, along with the clean facility and communicative approach.

Amazing and caring staffchild development and growthvariety of activities
Address
6016 Colgate St, # 6018, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 722-2138
Quality
Bloom Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Bloom Early Education Center for its caring, patient staff and nurturing environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and making strong developmental progress across emotional, social, and academic areas. The center uses Montessori-inspired approaches and maintains open communication with families.

Staff patience and dedicationchild happiness and enthusiasm for schoolstrong emotional and social development
Address
Rear 10 Slocum Street, Forty Fort, PA
Phone
(570) 714-4129
Little People Daycare School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

One parent describes the facility as clean with considerate, caring, and informative staff, while another simply states they love the daycare. A separate experience involved a rude interaction with a staff member during an inquiry call, leading to a negative rating.

clean environmentconsiderate staffcaring staff
Address
1325 Fairmont St, Whitehall, PA
Phone
(610) 776-6066
World Of Imagination
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

World of Imagination receives predominantly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the attentive staff, warm environment, and engaging activities. However, one parent reported serious safety concerns about their child being hurt daily. The majority of reviews highlight happy children and strong teacher-child relationships.

Attentive and loving stafflead teacher Ms. Reaganoutdoor time
Address
4500 Education Park Dr, Schnecksville, PA
Phone
(610) 261-1303
Quality
Gentle Care Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

A few parents highlight the friendly staff and engaging activities, noting that children enjoy the environment and feel happy attending. However, one reviewer reports a serious lack of supervision and accountability for school-age children.

friendly staffengaging activities like pizza parties and park dayshappy children
Address
23 N 14th St, # 31, Catasauqua, PA
Phone
(610) 266-6980
Quality
Brookside Children'S Early Education Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Brookside Children's Early Education Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff care, developmental preparation, and family atmosphere. However, two negative reviews cite poor customer service during initial inquiry and concerns about teacher qualifications and child management in school-age programs.

caring and knowledgeable staffstrong kindergarten preparationattentive to individual child needs
Address
675 N Brookside Rd, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 481-1996
Quality
Kinderhook Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Kinderhook Children's Center for its caring, nurturing environment and dedicated staff led by Director Michelle. Multiple families report their children are excited to attend, benefit from structured learning activities, and form strong bonds with teachers. Parents appreciate the responsiveness, cleanliness, organization, and genuine compassion demonstrated by staff.

Caring and loving staffwarm family-like atmospherestrong teacher-child relationships
Address
560 Kinderhook Rd, Columbia, PA
Phone
(717) 684-4555
Grace Place Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

One parent highlights significant academic growth and a supportive teacher team, while another notes the friendly staff and clean facilities for new students. Conversely, a different review cites frequent classroom closures due to staffing shortages, rude staff, unresponsive management, and high costs for incomplete services.

academic growthsupportive teachersfriendly staff
Address
517 N Queen St, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 291-1026
Quality

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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.