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Best Before or After School Daycare in Branchburg, NJ

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Branchburg. Average rating: 4.68/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Branchburg, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.68/5
Parent reviews
76
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Branchburg has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 76 parent reviews averaging 4.68/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 08876 zip code, averaging 4.68 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Branchburg

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
    Apples & Books Learning Center
    4.71 score
    5(12)

    1036 Route 202, Branchburg, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children

    Apples & Books Learning Center receives universal 5-star praise from parents. Parents consistently highlight exceptional, caring staff who treat children as their own, strong educational programs, excellent communication, and a family-like atmosphere. Multiple families report significant improvements in their children's language and social skills, with many noting they would recommend the center highly.

    Dedicated and caring staffexperienced teachers with low turnoverstrong language and social skill developmentnutritious meals
  2. 2
    Kangaroo Kids Child Care & Learning Center
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    1047 Route 28, Branchburg, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 147 children

    Kangaroo Kids receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the warm, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with teachers going above and beyond to support individual needs including speech development and adjustment challenges. The center is recommended highly by families who have spent multiple years there.

    Warm and caring stafffamily-oriented environmentstrong teacher-parent relationshipsengaging classrooms with creative activities
  3. 3
    Rainbow Child Care Center
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    1005 Us-202, Branchburg, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 116 children

    Rainbow Child Care Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with reviewers praising the welcoming environment, friendly staff, and smooth transitions for new students. The center is noted for making children feel comfortable and secure. One reviewer raised concerns about unprofessional operations.

    Friendly and responsible staffwelcoming environmentsafe atmospherepatient teachers
  4. 4
    Kingdom Kidz Academy Of Branchburg LLC
    3.94 score
    3.9(9)

    1941 Holland Brook Road W, Branchburg, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 135 children

    Kingdom Kidz Academy of Branchburg receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the staff's nurturing approach, family-oriented environment, and developmental support for children from infancy through school age. Parents consistently highlight the care, creativity, and peace of mind the facility provides. One negative review cited poor reception staff attitude.

    caring and nurturing stafffamily-oriented environmentchild development and growth supportclean facilities

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Branchburg

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.62avg rating
7 daycares · 5 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Branchburg zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
088769
4.68
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Branchburg (87–181 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

8

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Branchburg based on parent reviews

Whiton Elementary Before & After School Program

5

Whiton Rd, Branchburg, NJ

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Daycare types in Branchburg

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Branchburg, New Jersey

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Branchburg, New Jersey, making up 22% of the 9 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 Branchburg have an average rating of 4.68 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 76 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Branchburg, 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 Branchburg

Showing 2 results

Whiton Elementary Before & After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
Whiton Rd, Branchburg, NJ
Phone
(908) 369-3182
Stonybrook Before & After School Program - Stony Brook School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
136 Cedar Grove Rd, Branchburg, NJ
Phone
(908) 725-8806

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Branchburg, New Jersey, out of 9 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 Branchburg have an average Google rating of 4.68 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 83% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Branchburg, 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
Branchburg offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 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 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 Branchburg for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Branchburg 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.