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Best Before or After School Daycare in Iselin, NJ

Compare 3 before or after school daycare in Iselin. Average rating: 4.36/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Iselin, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.36/5
Parent reviews
123
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Iselin has 3 licensed before or after school daycare with 123 parent reviews averaging 4.36/5.The largest concentration is in 08830 with 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Iselin

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
    Iselin Montessori Academy
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    20 Middlesex Avenue, Iselin, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise Iselin Montessori Academy for its genuine care, Montessori-based teaching methods, and visible child development. Director Ms. Sally and staff receive high marks for responsiveness, creating a warm home-like environment, and fostering academic and social growth. The school emphasizes nutrition, cleanliness, and organized activities including field trips and performances.

    Experienced and caring staffstrong Montessori philosophy implementationsignificant child development in academics and social skillsclean and organized facilities
  2. 2
    Woodbridge Branch Ymca School 24 Sacc Program
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    150 Goodrich Street, Iselin, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 50 children

    Reviews describe the Woodbridge Community Center as a comprehensive family facility with excellent amenities and activities. Parents praise the clean, well-maintained facilities, friendly staff, and diverse programs for all ages. The center is highlighted as a strong community resource despite occasional crowding during peak hours.

    State-of-the-art facilitiesindoor poolice rinkroller skating arena
  3. 3
    Woodbridge Branch Y School #26 Sacc Program
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    Benjamin Avenue, Iselin, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise Lightbridge Academy for its warm, caring staff who provide excellent individualized attention and communication. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and showing developmental progress. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and offers good transparency with parents through apps, cameras, and regular updates.

    Caring and professional staffindividual attention to childrenexcellent parent communicationclean facility
  4. 4
    Woodbridge Branch Y School #18 Sacc Program
    4 score
    4(20)

    256 Indiana Avenue, Iselin, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 30 children

    The Goddard School of Woodbridge receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, welcoming environment, strong communication, and their children's visible growth and happiness. Multiple families have switched from other daycares and report it as the best decision they made.

    Warm and caring staffexcellent communication with daily updatesclean and safe facilityengaging activit

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Iselin

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6avg rating
5 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.2avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Iselin zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
088308
4.36
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Iselin (30–170 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Iselin based on parent reviews

Woodbridge Branch Ymca School 24 Sacc Program

4.5(20)

150 Goodrich Street, Iselin, NJ

Reviews describe the Woodbridge Community Center as a comprehensive family facility with excellent amenities and activities. Parents praise the clean, well-maintained facilities, friendly staff, and diverse programs for all ages. The center is highlighted as a strong community resource despite occasional crowding during peak hours.

State-of-the-art facilitiesindoor poolice rink

Woodbridge Branch Y School #26 Sacc Program

4.1(20)

Benjamin Avenue, Iselin, NJ

Parents consistently praise Lightbridge Academy for its warm, caring staff who provide excellent individualized attention and communication. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and showing developmental progress. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and offers good transparency with parents through apps, cameras, and regular updates.

Caring and professional staffindividual attention to childrenexcellent parent communication

Woodbridge Branch Y School #18 Sacc Program

4(20)

256 Indiana Avenue, Iselin, NJ

The Goddard School of Woodbridge receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, welcoming environment, strong communication, and their children's visible growth and happiness. Multiple families have switched from other daycares and report it as the best decision they made.

Warm and caring staffexcellent communication with daily updatesclean and safe facility

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Daycare types in Iselin

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Before or After School Daycare 3

Before or After School Daycare in Iselin, New Jersey

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Iselin, New Jersey, making up 38% of the 8 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 Iselin have an average rating of 4.36 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 123 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Iselin, 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 Iselin

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Woodbridge Branch Ymca School 24 Sacc Program
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Reviews describe the Woodbridge Community Center as a comprehensive family facility with excellent amenities and activities. Parents praise the clean, well-maintained facilities, friendly staff, and diverse programs for all ages. The center is highlighted as a strong community resource despite occasional crowding during peak hours.

State-of-the-art facilitiesindoor poolice rink
Address
150 Goodrich Street, Iselin, NJ
Phone
(732) 340-9622
Woodbridge Branch Y School #26 Sacc Program
Before or After School Daycare
4.1

Parents consistently praise Lightbridge Academy for its warm, caring staff who provide excellent individualized attention and communication. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and showing developmental progress. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and offers good transparency with parents through apps, cameras, and regular updates.

Caring and professional staffindividual attention to childrenexcellent parent communication
Address
Benjamin Avenue, Iselin, NJ
Phone
(732) 340-9622
Woodbridge Branch Y School #18 Sacc Program
Before or After School Daycare
4

The Goddard School of Woodbridge receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, welcoming environment, strong communication, and their children's visible growth and happiness. Multiple families have switched from other daycares and report it as the best decision they made.

Warm and caring staffexcellent communication with daily updatesclean and safe facility
Address
256 Indiana Avenue, Iselin, NJ
Phone
(732) 340-9622

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 before or after school daycares in Iselin, New Jersey, out of 8 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 Iselin have an average Google rating of 4.36 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Iselin, 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
Iselin offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Iselin for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Iselin 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.