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Best Headstart Programs in Kearny, NJ

Compare 1 headstart programs in Kearny. Average rating: 4.63/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Kearny, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.63/5
Parent reviews
118
Top rated (4.5+)
9

Kearny has 1 licensed headstart programs with 118 parent reviews averaging 4.63/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 75% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07032 zip code, averaging 4.63 stars across 20 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kearny

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    New Beginnings Early Learning Center
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    126 Midland Ave, Kearny, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise New Beginnings Early Learning Center for exceptional staff care, educational quality, and positive child development. Children show improvements in speech, social skills, and overall confidence, with parents noting quick adjustment periods and welcoming environments. The center is highly recommended by families across multiple locations.

    Caring and attentive staffchild development in speech and social skillswelcoming atmosphereengaging curriculum
  2. 2
    Happy Time Day Care Center
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    18 Davis Ave, Kearny, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

    Happy Time Day Care Center in Kearny, New Jersey receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the facility's cleanliness, organization, and caring leadership under Miss Donna. Parents consistently highlight the daycare's structured environment, educational quality, outdoor activities, and the long-term mentorship relationships staff members maintain with former students and their families.

    Clean and well-organized facilitycaring and dedicated staffstrong educational structure and academicsoutdoor activities and fresh air daily
  3. 3
    Precious Angels 1 LLC
    4.48 score
    4.7(11)

    545 Kearny Ave, Suite 2, Kearny, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

    Precious Angels 1 LLC receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff, strong curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the small class sizes, cleanliness, and daily communication through the facility's app. Children are described as loving attending the center daily.

    Caring and attentive staffstrong curriculumsmall class sizes with good teacher-to-student ratioscleanliness
  4. 4
    Bright Beginners Academy
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    163 - 165 Stuyvesant Ave, Kearny, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children

    Bright Beginners Academy receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, family-like environment and attentive staff. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, the teachers' genuine care, excellent communication, and the center's reliability with minimal closings.

    Caring and loving stafffamily-like atmosphereexcellent parent communication with daily app updatesminimal school closings
  5. 5
    Alphabetland Pre-School
    4.13 score
    4.2(10)

    139 Bergen Ave, Kearny, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Alphabetland Pre-School in Kearny, New Jersey receives mostly positive reviews praising qualified teachers, clean facilities, and a nurturing environment where children learn and enjoy attending. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about staff safety records and child care practices including alleged mistreatment and inadequate supervision.

    Qualified and friendly teachersclean facilityunique curriculumchildren eager to attend
  6. 6
    Little Friends
    4 score
    4(19)

    650 Kearny Ave, Kearny, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children

    Little Friends is highly praised by parents across all reviews, with consistent 5-star ratings. Parents report a caring, nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally, with staff that communicates effectively and goes above and beyond. The facility offers convenient extended hours, competitive pricing, and strong support for children with special needs.

    Caring and attentive staffextended hours (7 AM-6 PM)affordable pricingeffective communication with parents

Rating Distribution

Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Kearny

4.5 - 5.0
9
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 118 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Caring and attentive staff
3
2Strong curriculum
3

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Kearny, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.63avg rating
18 daycares · 12 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Kearny zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0703220
4.63
9

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Kearny (20–168 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

7

Very Large

150+ children

1

Map

Daycare types in Kearny

Child Daycare & Preschools 18Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Kearny, New Jersey

There are 1 headstart programs in Kearny, New Jersey, making up 5% of the 20 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Kearny have an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.63 stars. Our analysis covers 118 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Kearny, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Headstart Programs in Kearny

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North Hudson Community Action Corp. Head Start Program
Headstart Programs

One parent reports a negative experience involving excessive wait times, noting that staff prioritized late arrivals over those who arrived on time. Another review describes a generally bad experience without providing specific details.

None mentioned
Address
380 Kearny Ave, Kearny, NJ
Phone
(201) 246-8786

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Kearny, New Jersey, out of 20 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Kearny have an average Google rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Kearny, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with New Jersey's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New Jersey)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Kearny offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 18 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in New Jersey typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Kearny for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Kearny must be licensed by New Jersey's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.