How do I choose the right daycare in North Bergen?

When choosing a daycare in North Bergen, 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

What types of daycare are available in North Bergen?

North Bergen offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 3 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Headstart Programs in North Bergen, New Jersey (1 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in New Jersey?

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 North Bergen for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in North Bergen

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.

A Step Ahead Preschool

4.72 score

4.9(20)

610-76th Street, North Bergen, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

A Step Ahead Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and warm, nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, their children's happiness and sense of safety, and noticeable progress in learning and social skills.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent parent communicationsafe and welcoming environmentchildren feel loved and excited to attend

Appleview Early Learning Center And Preschool

4.4 score

4.5(20)

2 East 77 Th Street, North Bergen, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 98 children

Appleview Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the director Amanda's hands-on approach, low staff turnover, strict cleanliness and sick policies, and strong developmental programs. Children show enthusiasm at drop-off and parents report their kids thrive academically and emotionally during their time there.

Caring and passionate teacherslow staff turnoverhands-on and responsive director (Amanda)meticulously clean facility

Kidz Learning Center

4.31 score

4.5(8)

5108 Columbia Avenue, North Bergen, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children

Kidz Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the staff's attentiveness, caring approach, and nurturing environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in learning, and showing strong developmental progress. One negative review criticized their handling of virtual learning programs.

Staff dedication and attentivenesssafe and clean facilitycaring and loving environmentstrong child development and engagement

Little Rainbow Day Care & Learning Center INC.

4.28 score

4.4(11)

1209 - 1217 43rd Street, North Bergen, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

Parents consistently praise Little Rainbow Day Care & Learning Center for its caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, and engaging activities. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents appreciate the responsive communication and willingness to support families with additional resources. The center is described as a small, dedicated facility with a friendly atmosphere.

Dedicated and caring staffresponsive communication with parentsengaging activities (yogacrafts

Blended Future

4.18 score

4.3(7)

9035 Barr Place, North Bergen, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children

Blended Future receives predominantly positive reviews praising staff attentiveness, child development, cleanliness, and a versatile curriculum blending Montessori and Mother Goose methodologies. One negative review cited communication breakdowns between morning staff and teachers, lack of incident reporting, and unprofessional handling of a child injury.

attentive and responsive staffage-appropriate curriculumoutdoor playground timesummer activities

New Jersey Kids Infants Day Care Center

4.16 score

4.2(20)

6331 Durham Ave, North Bergen, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

Parents consistently praise NEW JERSEY KIDS INFANTS DAY CARE CENTER for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Owner Dr. Carvajal is frequently highlighted for compassion, accessibility, and community support. Children are reported to be happy, well-cared-for, and eager to attend.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilityaffordable pricingowner is compassionate and helpful

Palisades Child Care Center

4.13 score

4.2(9)

7701 Marine Road, North Bergen, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

Palisades Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with most parents praising the caring and professional staff, warm environment, and attentive care. Parents highlight the live camera access, flexible drop-off, and strong teacher-child relationships. Two negative reviews cite concerns about infant sleep practices, health issues, and unprofessional phone communication.

Caring and professional staffwarm and welcoming environmentlive camera monitoringflexible drop-off procedures

Little Red Apple Preschool

3.88 score

3.8(8)

8539 Kennedy Blvd, North Bergen, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 51 children

Little Red Apple Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents who praise the caring, loving staff and strong communication through photos and videos. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving physical contact with their child and cited lack of camera surveillance and insufficient explanation from staff.

Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-parent communication with photos/videoswell-organized activities and eventsfun summer programs

Scribble Scrabble

3.74 score

3.6(9)

4409 Bergen Turnpike, North Bergen, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Scribble Scrabble receives highly polarized reviews. Five parents praise the caring teachers, developmental support, and positive learning environment, while four parents report serious concerns including alleged billing fraud, discriminatory practices, and incidents of staff mishandling children.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong communication with parentsdevelopmental progress and learningpotty training support

Headstart Programs in North Bergen, New Jersey

There are 1 headstart programs in North Bergen, New Jersey, making up 6% of the 17 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in North Bergen, New Jersey, out of 17 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in North Bergen, 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

North Bergen offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 North Bergen for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in North Bergen 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.

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