How do I choose the right daycare in State College?

When choosing a daycare in State College, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Pennsylvania's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Pennsylvania) 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 State College?

State College offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 25 facilities Church Daycare — 2 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Church Daycare in State College, Pennsylvania (2 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Pennsylvania?

Daycare costs in Pennsylvania 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 State College for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in State College

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.

Calvary Baptist

4.64 score

4.8(20)

1250 University Dr, State College, PA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Calvary Baptist is a large Baptist church in State College, Pennsylvania with approximately 1,000 members across two services. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality pastoral teaching, and programming for children and families. Parents report feeling a strong sense of community and spiritual growth.

Friendly and welcoming staffquality biblical teachingactive children's and youth programsgood music and worship

Kids Court Childcare & Learning Center

4.55 score

5(6)

278 Gerald St, State College, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 83 children

Parents consistently praise Kids Court as an excellent daycare with caring, stable staff and clean facilities. They highlight strong communication, accommodations for special needs (allergies, physical therapy), and the center's minimal holiday closures. Children show strong academic preparation and parents report high satisfaction after switching from other providers.

Experienced and caring stafflow teacher turnoverclean facilitiesopen communication with parents

Step By Step School For Early Learning

4.45 score

4.7(9)

106 Village Dr, State College, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Step by Step School for Early Learning receives consistently high praise from parents who value the professional, caring staff and educational focus. Parents highlight the owners Rachel and Rob's dedication, the well-organized management, and the strong sense of community that extends beyond enrollment. Children are reported to be excited to attend and well-prepared for kindergarten.

Professional and friendly staffEducational programs and curriculumCaring and dedicated ownersWell-organized management

Stay And Play/State College Presbyterian Church

4.44 score

4.8(6)

132 W Beaver Ave, State College, PA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 58 children

Stay and Play at State College Presbyterian Church is highly regarded by parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the warm, welcoming environment with caring staff, diverse programs for children through high school, and the facility's community involvement and LGBTQ-affirming values.

warm and caring staffmultiple programs for various age groupswelcoming and friendly environmentLGBTQ affirming

Penn Skates Kidz Academy

4.4 score

4.5(20)

2210 High Tech Rd, State College, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Penn Skates Kidz Academy is a roller skating facility highly praised for birthday parties and family skating events. Parents consistently highlight excellent customer service, well-organized parties with food included, and a fun atmosphere. Staff are described as friendly, helpful, and skilled skaters.

Birthday party packages with food includedexcellent customer servicefriendly and skilled staffwell-maintained facility

Daybridge Child Development Center- Penn

4.05 score

4.1(5)

301 Innovation Blvd, State College, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 222 children

Daybridge receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, individualized attention, and inclusive curriculum. However, some parents report significant issues with enrollment communication, misleading information about waitlist availability, and poor responsiveness to inquiries.

Caring and qualified staffexceptional teachersindividualized child developmentinclusive curriculum

Y Kids

3.92 score

3.9(20)

677 W Whitehall Rd, State College, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 188 children

These reviews appear to be for a YMCA facility rather than a daycare center. Parents praise the facility's equipment, pools, and free child watch services, but criticize cleanliness, staff attitudes, and pricing. The center offers good value for families seeking multiple amenities in one location.

Free child watch for parentsexcellent gym equipment and free weightsmultiple pools (lap and therapy)variety of classes and activities

Abba'S House Babyland And Daycare

3.62 score

3.3(6)

200 Ellis Pl, State College, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 128 children

ABBA'S HOUSE BABYLAND AND DAYCARE has experienced significant operational decline since a new director took over in September 2018. While parents consistently praise the teaching staff as phenomenal and caring, they report severe management issues including high staff turnover, poor communication, policy violations, unjustified tuition increases, and unprofessional director conduct that has caused many families to leave.

Phenomenal and caring teaching staffchildren

Church Daycare in State College, Pennsylvania

There are 2 church daycare in State College, Pennsylvania, making up 7% of the 29 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 State College, 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 2 church daycare daycares in State College, Pennsylvania, out of 29 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 State College, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with Pennsylvania's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Pennsylvania)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

State College offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 25 facilities
Church Daycare — 2 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Pennsylvania 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 State College for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in State College must be licensed by Pennsylvania'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.

2 Church Daycare in State College, Pennsylvania

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in State College

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Stay And Play/State College Presbyterian Church

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