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Best Before or After School Daycare in Belford, NJ

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Belford. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Belford, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.3/5
Parent reviews
22
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Belford has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 22 parent reviews averaging 4.3/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Belford

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.

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    Prime Time Day Care INC.
    4.12 score
    4.2(8)

    748 Main Street, Belford, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

    Prime Time Day Care has mostly positive reviews highlighting a family-oriented environment with caring, welcoming staff where children are happy and feel at home. However, there are serious concerns from two parents about inappropriate handling of challenging situations, including discriminatory treatment of a special-needs child and harmful disciplinary practices.

    Staff genuinely cares for childrenfamily-oriented atmospherechildren enjoy attendingfriendly and welcoming environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Belford

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.2avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Belford (60–100 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Belford based on parent reviews

Spice Tree School

4.4(4)

180 Church Street, Belford, NJ

One parent describes a highly nurturing environment with passionate staff and secure facilities, while another highlights the director's kindness and the school's home-like atmosphere. A third review notes positive communication and outdoor activities, though one reviewer expresses dissatisfaction with the director despite praising the staff.

passionate and caring stafflow turnoverclean and secure facilities

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Daycare types in Belford

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Belford, New Jersey

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Belford, New Jersey, making up 25% of the 4 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 Belford have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.4 stars. Our analysis covers 22 parent reviews.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in Belford

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Spice Tree School
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

One parent describes a highly nurturing environment with passionate staff and secure facilities, while another highlights the director's kindness and the school's home-like atmosphere. A third review notes positive communication and outdoor activities, though one reviewer expresses dissatisfaction with the director despite praising the staff.

passionate and caring stafflow turnoverclean and secure facilities
Address
180 Church Street, Belford, NJ
Phone
(732) 787-0808

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Belford, New Jersey, out of 4 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 Belford have an average Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Belford, 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
Belford offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 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 Belford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Belford 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.