Best Before or After School Daycare in Mahwah, NJ
Compare 5 before or after school daycare in Mahwah. Average rating: 4.83/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Mahwah, New Jersey at a glance
- Programs
- 5
- Avg rating
- 4.83/5
- Parent reviews
- 95
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 3
Mahwah has 5 licensed before or after school daycare with 95 parent reviews averaging 4.83/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07430 zip code, averaging 4.83 stars across 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mahwah
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.
- 1Pinnacle Learning Center Mahwah INC4.72 score4.9(20)
109 W Ramapo Avenue, Mahwah, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children
Parents consistently praise Growing Seeds Learning Academy (listed as Pinnacle Learning Center) for its warm, nurturing environment and attentive staff. Children show strong development and excitement about attending, with parents appreciating the daily communication, clean facilities, and engaging activities. Director Ms. Jay is frequently highlighted for her hands-on leadership and genuine care.
Warm and welcoming staffhands-on directorchildren eager to attendstrong child development and social growth - 2Children'S Learning Center Of Wyckoff4.55 score5(6)
11 Leighton Pl, Mahwah, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 217 children
Parents consistently praise Children's Learning Center of Wyckoff for its family-like atmosphere, caring and qualified staff, and strong educational focus. Multiple families report long-term enrollment (8+ years) and children being academically ahead when transitioning to kindergarten. The facility is described as a true learning center rather than just daycare, with diverse activities and individualized attention.
Family-like environmentloving and qualified staffstrong educational curriculumdiverse activities (cooking - 3Wyckoff Family Ymca At Mahwah4.23 score4.4(7)
60 Ridge Rd, Bldg#8, Mahwah, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 75 children
Parents overwhelmingly praise Wyckoff Family YMCA at Mahwah for its caring staff, balanced approach to social-emotional and academic development, and excellent kindergarten preparation. Multiple families report multi-year enrollment and strong long-term relationships with teachers. One parent raised concerns about inadequate support for children with special needs.
Caring and attentive staffstrong academic and social-emotional preparationresponsive to parent communicationnurturing yet structured environment
Rating Distribution
Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Mahwah
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Mahwah, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Mahwah zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07430 | 10 | 4.83 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Mahwah (30–217 children)
Small
up to 30 children
2
Medium
31–75 children
4
Large
76–150 children
2
Very Large
150+ children
2
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Mahwah based on parent reviews
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Daycare types in Mahwah
Before or After School Daycare in Mahwah, New Jersey
There are 5 before or after school daycare in Mahwah, New Jersey, making up 50% 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 Mahwah have an average rating of 4.83 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.97 stars. Our analysis covers 95 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Mahwah, 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 Mahwah
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Parents overwhelmingly praise Wyckoff Family YMCA at Mahwah for its caring staff, balanced approach to social-emotional and academic development, and excellent kindergarten preparation. Multiple families report multi-year enrollment and strong long-term relationships with teachers. One parent raised concerns about inadequate support for children with special needs.
- Address
- 60 Ridge Rd, Bldg#8, Mahwah, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 529-4819
The Wyckoff Family YMCA at Lenape Meadows is highly regarded for its welcoming staff, diverse programming for children and adults, and excellent value. Parents praise the childcare quality, swim lessons, camp programs, and variety of fitness classes. Most reviews highlight strong organization and community feel, though some note outdated facilities and scheduling limitations.
- Address
- 160 Ridge Rd, Mahwah, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 512-3980
- Address
- Fardale Ave, Mahwah, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 376-2040
The Wyckoff Family YMCA at Joyce Kilmer receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise its welcoming staff, diverse programming for children and adults, and excellent value for families. Parents highlight quality childcare, swim lessons, camp programs, and fitness classes. Some concerns include outdated facilities, inconvenient pool schedules, and inconsistent policy enforcement.
- Address
- 80 Ridge Rd, Mahwah, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 376-3698
- Address
- Malcolm Rd, Mahwah, NJ
- Phone
- (201) 697-6106
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Frequently asked questions
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- 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
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