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Best Church Daycare in East Hanover, NJ

Compare 1 church daycare in East Hanover. Average rating: 4.42/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

East Hanover, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.42/5
Parent reviews
49
Top rated (4.5+)
5

East Hanover has 1 licensed church daycare with 49 parent reviews averaging 4.42/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07936 zip code, averaging 4.42 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Hanover

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
    East Hanover Afterschool Childcare - Central School
    4.48 score
    4.7(11)

    400 Ridgedale Avenue, East Hanover, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 156 children

    Parents consistently praise East Hanover Afterschool Childcare for its caring, experienced staff and family-owned atmosphere. Children reportedly come home happy and well-prepared for school, with staff showing genuine passion for child development and education. The facility maintains low teacher turnover and strong curriculum standards that impress local schools.

    Caring and dedicated stafflow teacher turnoverexperienced teachers with years of tenurefamily-owned feel
  2. 2
    East Hanover Child Care Center
    4.48 score
    4.7(11)

    55 Eagle Rock Ave, #2, East Hanover, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 113 children

    East Hanover Child Care Center receives unanimous praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff and family-owned atmosphere. Parents consistently report happy, well-adjusted children who develop strong academic and social skills. The center is commended for its curriculum, low teacher turnover, and hands-on owner involvement.

    Caring and experienced stafffamily-owned feellow teacher turnoverstructured curriculum balanced with free play
  3. 3
    Over The Rainbow Children'S Center
    4.4 score
    4.8(5)

    1 Barnida Dr, East Hanover, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

    Over the Rainbow Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the caring and attentive staff, safe and loving environment, and strong communication through their website and social media. Parents report feeling comfortable and confident in the center's care for their children.

    Caring and skilled teacherssafe and loving environmentgood at helping shy children adjuststrong staff-parent relationships

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in East Hanover

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in East Hanover, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
7 daycares · 5 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

East Hanover zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
079368
4.42
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in East Hanover (60–233 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in East Hanover based on parent reviews

St. Rose Of Lima Early Childhood Center

5

312 Ridgedale Avenue, East Hanover, NJ

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Daycare types in East Hanover

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Church Daycare 1

Church Daycare in East Hanover, New Jersey

There are 1 church daycare in East Hanover, New Jersey, making up 13% of the 8 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 East Hanover have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 49 parent reviews.

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

All Church Daycare in East Hanover

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St. Rose Of Lima Early Childhood Center
Church Daycare
5
Address
312 Ridgedale Avenue, East Hanover, NJ
Phone
(973) 887-1801

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 church daycare daycares in East Hanover, New Jersey, out of 8 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 East Hanover have an average Google rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 83% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in East Hanover, 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
East Hanover offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Church 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 East Hanover for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in East Hanover 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.