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Best Before or After School Daycare in Lawrence, NJ

Compare 4 before or after school daycare in Lawrence. Average rating: 4.42/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lawrence, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.42/5
Parent reviews
70
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Lawrence has 4 licensed before or after school daycare with 70 parent reviews averaging 4.42/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 08648 zip code, averaging 4.42 stars across 10 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lawrence

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
    Little Explorers Polish-American Day Care LLC
    4.43 score
    4.6(13)

    680-690 Whitehead Road, Lawrence, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children

    Little Explorers Polish-American Day Care in Lawrence, NJ receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring staff, clean facilities, bilingual Polish-English environment, homemade meals, and engaging activities. Parents report their children are happy, comfortable, and thriving in this setting.

    caring and attentive staffbilingual Polish-English instructionclean and well-maintained facilitieshomemade Polish food
  2. 2
    Explorations Community Preschool
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    1805 Princeton Ave, Lawrence, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 27 children

    Explorations Community Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff and warm, family-oriented environment. Parents highlight excellent communication, educational activities, flexible scheduling, and developmental support across infant and preschool classrooms. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and learning significantly.

    Caring and loving staffattentive communication with parents (photos and daily reports)safe and clean environmentflexible scheduling and accommodating to family needs

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Lawrence

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.42avg rating
6 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
4 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lawrence zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0864810
4.42
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lawrence (27–305 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

2

Map

Daycare types in Lawrence

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Before or After School Daycare 4

Before or After School Daycare in Lawrence, New Jersey

There are 4 before or after school daycare in Lawrence, New Jersey, making up 40% of the 10 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 Lawrence have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.42 stars. Our analysis covers 70 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lawrence, 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 Lawrence

Showing 4 results

Ben Franklin Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2939 Princeton Pike, Lawrence, NJ
Phone
(609) 480-8335
Lawrenceville Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
40 Craven Lane, Lawrence, NJ
Phone
(609) 480-0240
Eldridge Park Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
55 Lawn Park Avenue, Lawrence, NJ
Phone
(609) 480-8075
Slackwood Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2060 Princeton Pike, Lawrence, NJ
Phone
(609) 480-7937

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 before or after school daycares in Lawrence, New Jersey, out of 10 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 Lawrence have an average Google rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lawrence, 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
Lawrence offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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 Lawrence for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lawrence 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.