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Best Church Daycare in Livingston, NJ

Compare 1 church daycare in Livingston. Average rating: 4.77/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Livingston, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.77/5
Parent reviews
151
Top rated (4.5+)
8

Livingston has 1 licensed church daycare with 151 parent reviews averaging 4.77/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 73% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07039 zip code, averaging 4.77 stars across 20 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Livingston

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
    Genius Kids Academy
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    508 South Livingston Avenue, Livingston, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

    Parents consistently praise Learning Bridge Academy for its warm, nurturing environment and exceptional care. The daycare is noted for its bilingual (English/Russian) programming, creative activities, healthy meals, and strong teacher-child relationships. Families report their children are excited to attend and experience meaningful development across academics, language, and social skills.

    Caring and patient teachersbilingual education and speech therapy supportlive camera access and daily communication updateswell-rounded activities (academics
  2. 2
    West Essex Ymca Peanut Shell Nurs & Ccc
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    7 Regent Street, Bldg. 706, Livingston, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 137 children

    West Essex YMCA Peanut Shell Nursery & Child Care Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and quality educational programs. Parents consistently highlight the low teacher-to-student ratio, developmental curriculum, clean facilities, and responsive leadership as standout features that help children thrive academically and socially.

    Caring and nurturing stafflow teacher-to-student ratiocurriculum-based learningsensory and educational activities
  3. 3
    Jump Immersion School
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    264 West Northfield Road, Livingston, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children

    Jump Immersion School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise its language immersion programs (Mandarin Chinese and Spanish), strong academic curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children achieve bilingual fluency quickly while developing solid foundations in math, science, and other core subjects. The school is commended for its caring, qualified staff and focus on fostering both academic excellence and cultural appreciation.

    Effe
  4. 4
    Little Explorers Early Learning Academy
    4.37 score
    4.5(14)

    346 E Mt Pleasant Avenue, Livingston, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

    Little Explorers Early Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who emphasize the warm, family-like environment and deeply caring staff. Parents highlight their children's happiness, strong teacher-child relationships, and quality early childhood curriculum. Many report their children have experienced significant behavioral improvements and academic success.

    Caring and passionate staffwarm and nurturing environmentstrong teacher-child relat
  5. 5
    Community Kids' Preschool
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    204 Hillside Ave, Livingston, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

    Community Kids' Preschool receives consistently high ratings with parents praising the friendly and helpful staff, quality classes, and efficient service. The facility is noted as a well-maintained, multipurpose municipal building that serves the community effectively. One reviewer mentioned occasional inaccuracy with daily event postings.

    friendly and helpful staffquality classesquick serviceefficient operations
  6. 6
    Temple Beth Shalom Nursery School
    4.19 score
    4.3(9)

    193 E Mount Pleasant Ave, Livingston, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 207 children

    Temple Beth Shalom Nursery School receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the welcoming and warm atmosphere created by staff and clergy. However, some reviews appear to be about the synagogue rather than the daycare, and a few parents reported administrative issues and communication problems.

    Welcoming and warm environmentcaring stafffriendly atmosphereoutstanding clergy

Rating Distribution

Based on 11 daycares with Google ratings in Livingston

4.5 - 5.0
8
4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.75avg rating
19 daycares · 10 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Livingston zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0703920
4.77
8

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Livingston (30–302 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

10

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Livingston based on parent reviews

Little Angels Christian Montessori School

5(3)

304 S Livingston Ave, Livingston, NJ

Parents highlight the school's warm, family-like atmosphere and Montessori approach, noting significant growth in their children's independence and spiritual development. Reviewers appreciate the small class sizes, experienced teachers, and healthy snack options, though they do not mention any specific drawbacks.

Montessori curriculumChristian valuessmall class sizes

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Daycare types in Livingston

Child Daycare & Preschools 19Church Daycare 1

Church Daycare in Livingston, New Jersey

There are 1 church daycare in Livingston, 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 Livingston have an average rating of 4.77 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities, with 73% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 151 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Livingston, 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 Livingston

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Little Angels Christian Montessori School
Church Daycare
5

Parents highlight the school's warm, family-like atmosphere and Montessori approach, noting significant growth in their children's independence and spiritual development. Reviewers appreciate the small class sizes, experienced teachers, and healthy snack options, though they do not mention any specific drawbacks.

Montessori curriculumChristian valuessmall class sizes
Address
304 S Livingston Ave, Livingston, NJ
Phone
(973) 992-0344

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 church daycare daycares in Livingston, 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 Livingston have an average Google rating of 4.77 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities. About 73% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Livingston, 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
Livingston offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 19 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 Livingston for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Livingston 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.