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Best Before or After School Daycare in Chester, NJ

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Chester. Average rating: 4.73/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Chester, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.73/5
Parent reviews
27
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Chester has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 27 parent reviews averaging 4.73/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Chester

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
    Suburban Hills School
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    41 Oakdale Road, Chester, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children

    Parents consistently praise Suburban Hills School for its caring, dedicated staff who know children by name, clean well-maintained facilities, and strong academic and social development outcomes. The extended hours, diverse activities (soccer, music, dance, swimming), and welcoming environment are highlighted as major benefits for working families. Children reportedly show increased confidence, enthusiasm for learning, and positive behavioral growth.

    Dedicated leadership (Dale and Cassie)personalized attention to each childclean and organized classroomsextended hours for working parents
  2. 2
    Rainbow Child Care Center
    4.12 score
    4.2(7)

    395 Route 24 West, Chester, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 130 children

    Rainbow Child Care Center in Chester, NJ receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the nurturing environment, quality staff, and family-like atmosphere. Most reviewers highlight attentive teachers, educational quality, and strong recommendations. One reviewer questioned the director's professional background and qualifications.

    nurturing environmentattentive staffquality educationcertified teachers

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Chester

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Chester (49–150 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Chester based on parent reviews

The Dogwood School

5

8 Dogwood Dr, Chester, NJ

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Daycare types in Chester

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Chester, New Jersey

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Chester, New Jersey, making up 50% 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 Chester have an average rating of 4.73 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 27 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Chester, 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 Chester

Showing 2 results

The Dogwood School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
8 Dogwood Dr, Chester, NJ
Phone
(908) 879-7477
All American Kids Club INC. - Dickerson School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
250 Route 24, Chester, NJ
Phone
(908) 879-5313

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Chester, 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 Chester have an average Google rating of 4.73 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Chester, 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
Chester offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 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 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 Chester for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Chester 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.