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1 Before or After School Daycare in Cranford, New Jersey

Browse all 1 before or after school daycare in Cranford, New Jersey. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cranford

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
    Trinity Episcopal Day School INC
    4.43 score
    4.6(13)

    205 North Avenue East, Cranford, NJ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 132 children

    Trinity Episcopal Day School Inc receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, dedicated staff and small class sizes. Parents highlight the school's flexibility, individualized attention to student needs (including special needs support), and strong academic and social development. The aftercare program is particularly valued for homework assistance and convenient bus pickup from local schools.

    Small class sizescaring and attentive staffflexible administrationindividualized attention to student needs
  2. 2
    Come Play And Learn Early Learning Center
    4.29 score
    4.5(7)

    61 Myrtle Street, Cranford, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

    Come Play and Learn Early Learning Center in Cranford receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with six 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, quality curriculum, and child development. However, one parent had a negative enrollment experience citing poor communication and lack of explanation when their spot was cancelled.

    kind and professional staffstrong early learning curriculumattentive communication about child's daily activitiesreasonable pricing
  3. 3
    Discovery Child Care Center
    4.16 score
    4.3(6)

    1 Commerce Dr, Cranford, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

    Discovery Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the experienced and caring staff, safe environment, and strong curriculum. Parents highlight the facility's engaging activities, outdoor space, and gymnasium, noting that children are well-adjusted and reluctant to leave. One parent gave a 1-star rating with minimal detail.

    Experienced and loving staffsafe environmentstrong academics and curriculumoutdoor space and gymnasium
  4. 4
    Calvary Nursery School And Child Care
    3.21 score
    2.9(13)

    108 Eastman Street, Cranford, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 119 children

    Calvary Nursery School has overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the caring teachers, structured learning environment, and strong community feel. However, recent reviews cite serious concerns about the former director's rigid, inflexible management style and reported discriminatory practices, though a new interim director has since taken over.

    Experienced and long-tenured teacherswarm and loving environmentstrong academic preparationoutdoor time

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Before or After School Daycare in Cranford, New Jersey

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Cranford, New Jersey, making up 7% of the 15 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.

When choosing a daycare in Cranford, 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 Cranford

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Prime Time Sacc - Livingston Avenue School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
75 Livingston Avenue, Cranford, NJ
Phone
(908) 709-6248

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Cranford, New Jersey, out of 15 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Cranford, 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
Cranford offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 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 Cranford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Cranford 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.