Children at daycare

Best Before or After School Daycare in Cedar Grove, NJ

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

Cedar Grove, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
30
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Cedar Grove has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 30 parent reviews averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07009 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cedar Grove

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
    Love Laugh Learn Academic Childcare
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    601 Pompton Avenue, Cedar Grove, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

    Love Laugh Learn Academic Childcare receives perfect 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, strong academics, and positive learning environment. Parents consistently highlight the director Miss Chelsea's genuine care, effective communication through the Tadpole app, and the balance between educational curriculum and play-based learning. The facility is described as clean, well-maintained, and family-oriented.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Cedar Grove

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Cedar Grove, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Cedar Grove zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
070097
5
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Cedar Grove (30–175 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

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Daycare types in Cedar Grove

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Cedar Grove, New Jersey

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Cedar Grove, New Jersey, making up 29% of the 7 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 Cedar Grove have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 30 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Cedar Grove, 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 Cedar Grove

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Montclair Ymca At South End School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
Harper Terrace, Cedar Grove, NJ
Phone
(973) 239-4335
Ymca Of Montclair - North End School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
122 Stevens Avenue, Cedar Grove, NJ
Phone
(973) 256-0351

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Cedar Grove, New Jersey, out of 7 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 Cedar Grove have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Cedar Grove, 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
Cedar Grove offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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 Cedar Grove for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Cedar Grove 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.