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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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Pocono Mountain Kids, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
46 Pocono Blvd, Mount Pocono, PA
Phone
(570) 972-2177
Quality
Little Adventures Child Care Center @ Chmbrg South
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Little Adventures receives mostly positive reviews praising staff quality, communication, and child happiness. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about security procedures during pickup and alleged gender bias.

Qualified and caring staffregular parent communicationclean facility
Address
43 W Washington St, Chambersburg, PA
Phone
(717) 496-6839
Calvary Kids Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
4700 Locust Ln, Harrisburg, PA
Phone
(717) 545-5789
Quality
East Shore Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

This facility appears to be a YMCA fitness center rather than a daycare, based on reviews discussing gym amenities, swimming lessons, and fitness classes. Reviews consistently praise the friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and diverse amenities including pools, weight rooms, and exercise classes.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilitiesdiverse amenities (pool
Address
701 N Front St, Harrisburg, PA
Phone
(717) 232-2962
Child'S Way
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Child's Way is a medical facility, not a traditional daycare, specializing in care for medically fragile infants and children. Parents consistently praise the exceptional, detail-oriented staff and positive outcomes, with families reporting significant health improvements during their stays. The facility provides comfortable accommodations for parents, meals, and compassionate care during critical medical situations.

Exceptional and caring staffdetailed medical car
Address
5324 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 365-5607
Quality
Tiny Tykes Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
625 Old Clairton Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 653-3730
Quality
Lil Tykes Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Lil Tykes receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, structured curriculum, and safe environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show enthusiasm for learning. One parent reported a negative phone interaction with staff.

caring and experienced staffstructured activities and scheduledaily reports and communication
Address
617 Lincoln Ave, Bellevue, PA
Phone
(412) 734-4496
Quality
Priory Court Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Priory Court Day Care for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally. Families report strong teacher-child relationships, quality programming, and smooth transitions across age groups. The center is highly recommended by parents with multi-year and multi-child experiences.

Caring and loving staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsdevelopmental support
Address
2566 Duncan Ave, Allison Park, PA
Phone
(412) 487-7576
Quality
Valley Points Family Ymca / Colfax Elem. School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents praise Valley Points Family YMCA's daycare for its caring, understanding staff and calm approach to issues. Children reportedly adjust well and show improved behavior. The facility offers diverse amenities including swimming lessons, sports programs, and structured activities alongside childcare services.

Caring and understanding staffstructured activitieschild behavior improvement
Address
Colfax Street, Springdale, PA
Phone
(724) 274-4298
The Early Learning Institute-Penn Center East
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Unable to provide daycare summary. The reviews provided are for Penn Center East shopping area and its various businesses (restaurants, retail stores, veterinary services), not for The Early Learning Institute daycare center. No actual parent reviews about the daycare's services, staff, or programs were included.

None mentioned
Address
333 Penn Center Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 823-3638
Methodist Services For Children And Families
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Methodist Services for Children and Families in Philadelphia receives consistently high praise from parents. Staff are described as dedicated, nurturing, child-oriented, and experienced, creating a safe and supportive environment. Parents appreciate the learning activities, affordability resources, and the center's positive impact on their families.

Experienced and dedicated staffsafe and nurturing environmentchild-focused care
Address
4300 Monument Rd, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 877-7193
Quality
Just Like Home Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2129 S 11th St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 465-5547
Quality
Pratt Street Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Pratt Street Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising dedicated staff, quality care, and child development, though two negative reviews raise serious concerns about cleanliness, staff conduct, and child safety. The center averages strong ratings with parents reporting children thrive and feel supported, but the critical reviews describe unhygienic conditions and inappropriate staff behavior.

Caring and dedicated teachersdaily updates via Bright Whe
Address
899 Pratt St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 289-9194
Quality
Wissahickon Boys And Girls Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Wissahickon Boys and Girls Club in Philadelphia receives consistently positive feedback from parents and former members. Parents praise the safe environment, quality staff, diverse activities including afterschool programs and summer camps, transportation, and affordable pricing. The facility is valued as an important community resource with a strong reputation spanning multiple generations.

Safe environmentwonderful and understanding staffdiverse activities and programs
Address
328 West Coutler Street, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 438-8739
Quality
Thinking Out Of The Box
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
13 S 56th St, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 748-8330
Quality
Cuddles-N-Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
7707 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 242-2357
Quality
Precious Babies Lrng Academy Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Precious Babies Learning Academy has received mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, owner Miss Thomas, and educational value, with several noting long-term staff and successful transitions for their children. However, two parents raised serious concerns about cleanliness, hygiene, and health issues including illness outbreaks and unexplained injuries.

Caring and experienced staffowner Miss Thomas described as loving and caringchildren learn and progress academically
Address
5810 Old York Rd, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 424-4414
Quality
Heaven'S Little Angels
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Heaven's Little Angels receives mostly positive reviews praising staff friendliness, cleanliness, and quality care. Parents report children are happy and well-cared for with good communication and reasonable pricing. One negative review raised concerns about scheduling flexibility and illness.

Friendly and professional staffclean facilitygood parent communication via email and app
Address
275 W Market St, Middleburg, PA
Phone
(570) 837-7334
Sprangle Family Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Sprangle Family Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews from long-term parents who praise the caring staff and family-like environment. However, there are contrasting negative reviews citing concerns about facility conditions, hygiene, and supervision. The center has a 4.2/5 Google rating.

Attentive and professional staffclean and organized interiorwelcoming family atmosphere
Address
708 Horner St, Johnstown, PA
Phone
(814) 535-5368
Quality
Wonder Years Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
260 Ohio St, Johnstown, PA
Phone
(814) 535-5133
Quality
Little People Day Care School South, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
280 Hanover St, Wilkes Barre, PA
Phone
(570) 824-4414
Quality
Little Learners Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
230 Overlook Dr, Pittston, PA
Phone
(570) 602-2033
Friedens Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1938 Stoystown Road, Friedens, PA
Phone
(814) 444-1330
Butler County Children'S Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Butler County Children's Center for its caring, dedicated teachers and positive learning environment. Children are reported to transition well and thrive academically and socially. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and offers additional support like home-based programming and family assistance items.

Caring and attentive teacherssmooth transitions between programsage-appropriate curriculum
Address
131 Homewood Dr, Butler, PA
Phone
(724) 283-3050
Quality
Growing In Faith Together Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Growing in Faith Together Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff attentiveness, care quality, and communication with parents. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about billing practices, security protocols (unlocked doors, no ID verification), and record management.

Caring and attentive staffgood communication via appaccommodating with scheduling
Address
901 Bloomfield St, Roaring Spring, PA
Phone
(814) 201-0040
Quality
Little Learners Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
78 Main St, Luzerne, PA
Phone
(570) 718-0330
Quality
Resurrected Life Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Resurrected Life Children's Academy for its caring, dedicated staff who treat children with love and attention. The facility is noted as clean and safe, with a strong curriculum that is engaging, educational, and culturally relevant. Multiple parents express high satisfaction and would recommend the center to other families.

Loving and dedicated staffclean facilitynutritious meals
Address
916 W Turner St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(484) 350-3940
Diamond Street Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Diamond Street Early Childhood Center receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring and nurturing staff who genuinely engage with children's development. Parents highlight strong communication, secure procedures, and reasonable pricing, though one parent raised concerns about diaper and wipe fees.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong social-emotional development focusregular app updates with photos and activity information
Address
105 N 11th St, Akron, PA
Phone
(717) 859-1040
All My Children Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

All My Children Learning Center in Souderton receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and nurturing teaching staff, welcoming environment, strong child development, and excellent communication. The center is noted for accommodating working parents with flexible scheduling and minimal closures.

Caring and attentive teacherswelcoming environmentopen parent involvement
Address
114b Allentown Rd, Souderton, PA
Phone
(215) 721-1410
Quality
Kids Unlimited Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Kids Unlimited receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the structured environment, caring staff, and children's development and enthusiasm. However, two recent negative reviews cite high teacher turnover and concerns about staff capacity to support children with special needs.

Structured and organized classroomsexperienced and caring teachersage-appropriate activities
Address
1001 Dekalb Pike, Ambler, PA
Phone
(215) 699-8230

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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.