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Best Before or After School Daycare in Chatham, NJ

Compare 4 before or after school daycare in Chatham. Average rating: 4.81/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Chatham, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.81/5
Parent reviews
59
Top rated (4.5+)
7

Chatham has 4 licensed before or after school daycare with 59 parent reviews averaging 4.81/5.7 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 100% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07928 zip code, averaging 4.81 stars across 16 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Chatham

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
    Stanley Preschool
    4.64 score
    5(9)

    240 Southern Blvd, Chatham, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

    Stanley Preschool in Chatham, NJ receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment and exceptional teaching staff. Parents report their children experienced significant academic and social growth, increased confidence, and developed a genuine love of learning. The school emphasizes learning through play, welcomes parental involvement, and treats each child as a unique individual.

    Warm and nurturing environmentexceptional and loving teachersemphasis on learning through playstrong social and academic development
  2. 2
    The Gingham Giraffe Preschool
    4.48 score
    4.7(11)

    234 Southern Blvd, Chatham, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 153 children

    The Gingham Giraffe Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the school's nurturing environment, experienced staff, strong curriculum, and involved leadership that help children thrive academically and emotionally across all age groups from 2s through Kindergarten.

    Experienced teachers with 20-30+ years in early childhood educationwarm and caring staffstrong academics and STEAM curriculumeffective communication with parents
  3. 3
    Chatham Kindergarten Wrap-Around The Work Family Connection At Ogden Memorial Church
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    Main & Elmwood Ave, Chatham, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children

    Parents consistently praise Chatham Kindergarten Wrap-Around/Work Family Connection for its caring, professional staff and engaging activities. Children enjoy attending the before and after-school programs, complete homework with support, and parents report feeling at ease knowing their children are safe and well-supervised. The program is recommended highly across all reviews.

    Caring and friendly staffengaging activities and craftshomework assistance providedoutdoor play

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Chatham

4.5 - 5.0
7
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.83avg rating
12 daycares · 6 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.7avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Chatham zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0792816
4.81
7

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Chatham (25–153 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Chatham based on parent reviews

Long Hill Christian Pre-School

4.7

525 Shunpike Rd, Chatham, NJ

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Daycare types in Chatham

Child Daycare & Preschools 12Before or After School Daycare 4

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🎨 Preschools 5🎒 After School Programs 3

Before or After School Daycare in Chatham, New Jersey

There are 4 before or after school daycare in Chatham, New Jersey, making up 25% of the 16 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 Chatham have an average rating of 4.81 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.83 stars. Our analysis covers 59 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Chatham, 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 Chatham

Showing 4 results

Long Hill Christian Pre-School
Before or After School Daycare
4.7
Address
525 Shunpike Rd, Chatham, NJ
Phone
(973) 377-3336
Lafayette Ave. After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
221 Lafayette Ave, Chatham, NJ
Phone
(973) 635-1096
Southern Blvd. Before & After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
192 Southern Blvd., Chatham, NJ
Phone
(973) 635-0634
Washington Ave. Before & After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
102 Washington Ave, Chatham, NJ
Phone
(973) 647-9103

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 before or after school daycares in Chatham, New Jersey, out of 16 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 Chatham have an average Google rating of 4.81 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Chatham, 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
Chatham offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Chatham for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Chatham 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.