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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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The Children'S House Of Bucks County
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The Children's House of Bucks County receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the Montessori approach, caring staff, and safe learning environment. Most reviewers report children are engaged, happy, and academically prepared. However, two parents raised serious concerns about safety and bullying issues.

Montessori education philosophycaring and patient teacherssecure facility with locked doors
Address
840 Trenton Rd, Fairless Hills, PA
Phone
(215) 943-3366
Quality
Touching The Future
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Touching The Future Pre-K in Fleetwood, Pennsylvania receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the warm, caring staff, excellent teachers, well-organized curriculum, and clean facility. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show strong academic and social development.

Warm and caring staffExperienced and devoted teachersWell-organized curriculum and daily routines
Address
3142 Pricetown Rd, Fleetwood, PA
Phone
(610) 921-1252
Quality
Leap And Learn Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Leap and Learn Child Care Center (also referred to as Touching The Future) for its warm, caring staff and well-organized educational programs. Children reportedly love attending and are well-prepared for kindergarten. The facility maintains high cleanliness standards and organizes engaging family events throughout the year.

Dedicated and caring staffwarm and welcoming environmentwell-organized curriculum and daily routines
Address
109 W Vine St, Fleetwood, PA
Phone
(610) 944-4652
Longswamp Learning Center-Longswamp Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
1160 State Street, Mertztown, PA
Phone
(610) 682-2515
Longswamp Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
200 Clay Rd, Mertztown, PA
Phone
(610) 682-2975
Quality
Touching The Future LLC #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Touching The Future LLC #3 for its caring, dedicated staff and well-organized educational program. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten. The facility is described as clean, safe, and intentionally designed to support child development.

Warm and caring staffstrong teacher-child relationshipswell-organized curriculum and daily routines
Address
104 Anna Ave, Blandon, PA
Phone
(610) 944-4934
Grandma'S House
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Grandma's House receives mostly positive reviews praising staff attentiveness, cleanliness, and children's happiness, but several serious complaints detail safety concerns in the infant room, inadequate hygiene practices, and mishandled incidents involving staff misconduct.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilitylarge classrooms and gymnasium
Address
616 First Ave., Apollo, PA
Phone
(412) 848-8925
Quality
Franciscan Child Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Franciscan Child Day Care Center receives mixed reviews with a 3.9/5 rating. Most reviewers praise the facility as safe, nurturing, and educational with caring teachers. However, a minority of reviews raise serious safety and staff conduct concerns.

Safe environmentwonderful teacherscaring and attentive staff
Address
1401 Hamilton Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
Phone
(412) 882-2509
Quality
Brass Ring Learning Center, Unit III
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Brass Ring Learning Center in Bethel Park receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with children showing academic progress and enthusiasm for attendance. The center is praised for caring, dedicated staff and structured learning activities. However, two parents reported serious concerns about the center's handling of children with behavioral or developmental challenges.

caring and invested staffstructured learning experiencechildren make friends
Address
104/106 Wagner Drive, Bethel Park, PA
Phone
(412) 835-5735
Quality
Kid Play Today LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

KID PLAY TODAY LLC in Shohola receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating the center 5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and knowledgeable staff, strong communication through the ProCare app with daily updates and photos, and engaging seasonal activities that keep children happy and eager to attend.

Caring and nurturing staffexcellent teacher-child relationshipsstrong parent communication via ProCare app
Address
837 Route 6, Unit 5, Shohola, PA
Phone
(570) 296-6231
Quality
C. Riv'S Precious Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

C. Riv's Precious Children receives mostly positive reviews praising staff friendliness, communication, cleanliness, and child development support. However, one detailed negative review alleges serious concerns including hair pulling incidents, billing practices, and discriminatory treatment of a child with autism.

Responsive communicationclean facilityfriendly and caring staff
Address
5040 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 844-4800
Quality
Cityspace
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

CITYSPACE appears to be a community assistance organization rather than a traditional daycare. Reviews are highly polarized, with many praising staff helpfulness and services like meals and rental assistance, while others report frustrating experiences with application processes, unclear eligibility requirements, and concerns about discriminatory practices or inconsistent staff attitudes.

Respectful treatmenthelpful and friendly staff membersprovides meals (breakfast
Address
457 W Allen St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 432-2263
Y2kids Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Y2KIDS receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the attentive, caring staff and their children's happiness and development at the facility. Multiple long-term families report high satisfaction and trust in the center. However, two negative reviews express concerns about their children's experiences, though details are limited.

Attentive and loving teacherschildren appear happypatient with adjustment periods
Address
7033 Route 873, Slatington, PA
Phone
(610) 760-0118
Quality
Traci'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Traci's Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the staff, care quality, and educational preparation, with several reporting long-term satisfaction. However, a minority of parents report overcrowding, poor follow-up on behavioral concerns, abrupt dismissals, and difficulty reaching the facility by phone.

Caring and attentive staffgood educational programschildren enjoy attending
Address
704 W Emaus Ave, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 797-7211
Quality
Sixth Street Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Sixth Street Child Care is a community resource center in Allentown that provides support services and transitional housing assistance to families in need. Parents consistently praise the staff for being helpful, non-judgmental, and effective advocates who provide guidance and resources. Most reviews highlight the facility's role in helping families achieve stability and independence.

Helpful and kind staffnon-judgmental environmentprovides resources and guidance
Address
40 N 6th St, Allentown, PA
Phone
(610) 433-3636
Emma C. Berger Child Care And Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Emma C. Berger Child Care received mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1/5 to 5/5. Positive reviews praise the clean facilities, trained staff, educational activities, and warm communication. Negative reviews raise serious concerns about safety, staff training, and care for children with disabilities.

Clean facilitiestrained and supervised staffage-appropriate educational activities
Address
40 S King St, Annville, PA
Phone
(717) 626-6117
Quality
Grandview Heights Christian Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Grandview Heights Christian Day Care receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, Christian values, and educational quality, while a minority report serious concerns about health protocol compliance, staff training, special needs accommodations, and diversity.

Caring and dedicated teachersstrong educational programChristian/spiritual development
Address
110 Durlach Rd, Ephrata, PA
Phone
(717) 733-3100
Quality
New Holland Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

New Holland Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, family-like environment and staff's dedication to children's wellbeing. Parents highlight the center's compassion, patience, and willingness to work with children with special needs. One parent reported poor communication and unresolved enrollment issues.

warm and loving environmentstrong social and emotional supportexcellent special needs accommodation
Address
18 Western Ave, New Holland, PA
Phone
(717) 354-4444
Quality
K-Prep Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

K-PREP Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents for staff quality, communication, and child care. However, two parents report serious concerns about handling of special needs children and classroom organization/discipline.

Excellent staff and teacher qualitystrong parent-child communication via Tadpoles appcaring and invested ownership
Address
3943 Columbia Ave, Columbia, PA
Phone
(717) 285-5271
Quality
Bethlehem Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise Bethlehem YMCA daycare for caring staff, educational programs, and excellent facilities including a pool with free swimming lessons for ages 3+. Children show strong academic preparation and parents report high satisfaction with their children's happiness and development. The center is clean and well-maintained despite its older appearance.

Caring and friendly staffstrong academic preparation for kindergartenfree swimming lessons
Address
430 E Broad St, Bethlehem, PA
Phone
(610) 867-7759
Quality
Spring Garden Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Spring Garden Children's Center receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and fair pricing, though some express concerns about recent management changes and director communication style.

caring staffwell-equippedclean facility
Address
401 W Berwick St, Ste 103, Easton, PA
Phone
(610) 252-2056
Quality
Holy Redeemer Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
1648 Huntingdon Pike, Jenkintown, PA
Phone
(215) 938-8338
Quality
North Penn Ymca -Skipack Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise this YMCA daycare for being fun and suitable for year-round childcare. Most reviews are positive, though one parent expressed concern about affordability.

Fun environmentyear-round programming including summer optionsgood for community meetings
Address
4081 Heckler Road, Creamery, PA
Phone
(610) 831-1100
Quality
North Penn Ymca - Wiggles And Giggles
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise North Penn YMCA - Wiggles and Giggles as a fun, well-rounded facility suitable for year-round childcare and community use. However, cost is a significant concern for some families.

Fun environmentyear-round programminggood for childcare
Address
448 School Ln, Harleysville, PA
Phone
(215) 256-6193
Harcum Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The reviews provided do not appear to be from parents of the daycare, but rather from college students and adults attending Harcum College programs. They consistently praise the institution's atmosphere, staff support, professors, and educational quality.

Helpful and eager staffhands-on instructionknowledgeable professors
Address
750 Montgomery Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA
Phone
(610) 526-6924
Greater Scranton Ymca Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise the GREATER SCRANTON YMCA DAY CARE staff highly, describing them as caring, trustworthy, and family-like. The facility offers quality early learning care with modern amenities and the BrightWheel app for parent communication. One parent expressed complete trust in the staff for their young child's daily care.

Caring and trustworthy stafffamily-like environmentmodern facilities
Address
706 N Blakely St, Dunmore, PA
Phone
(570) 346-6500
Quality
Chambersburg Memorial Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise the Chambersburg Memorial YMCA for its comprehensive facilities and exceptional staff. The center offers diverse programs for all ages, including a preschool discovery center, fitness classes, swimming, and sports activities. Families highlight the affordable membership pricing and welcoming atmosphere created by knowledgeable, friendly employees.

Discovery center/preschool programclean facilitylarge pool
Address
570 E Mckinley St, Chambersburg, PA
Phone
(717) 263-3851
Quality
Chambersburg Ymca At Fayetteville Elem
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The Chambersburg YMCA at Fayetteville Elementary receives consistently high praise from members. Parents appreciate the comprehensive facilities, including a pool, gym equipment, and preschool programs like the Discovery Center. Staff members are frequently highlighted as friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable.

Discovery Center preschool programphenomenal teachersclean facility
Address
8 E Main St, Fayetteville, PA
Phone
(717) 265-5851
Quality
Chambersburg Ymca At Ben Chambers Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise the Chambersburg YMCA facility for its cleanliness, variety of amenities, and quality staff. The daycare/preschool program (Discovery Center) receives positive feedback, and families appreciate the affordability and range of activities available for all ages. Staff members are frequently highlighted for their friendliness and helpfulness.

Clean facilityknowledgeable and friendly staffwide variety of programs and equipment
Address
481 N Franklin St, Chambersburg, PA
Phone
(717) 263-3851
Quality
Neighborhood Center Of The Umc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise the Neighborhood Center of the UMC for exceptional staff care, accessibility, and genuine passion for children. The facility is highlighted as a safe, secure community resource that offers daycare, summer camp, food bank, and Head Start services. Reviewers consistently express satisfaction with their experiences and recommend the center.

Exceptional staff care and passionaccessible director and staffsafe and secure environment
Address
1801 N 3rd St, Harrisburg, PA
Phone
(717) 233-3654

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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.