Best Before or After School Daycare in Rahway, NJ
Compare 5 before or after school daycare in Rahway. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Rahway, New Jersey at a glance
- Programs
- 5
- Avg rating
- 4.5/5
- Parent reviews
- 75
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 2
Rahway has 5 licensed before or after school daycare with 75 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07065 zip code, averaging 4.5 stars across 13 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rahway
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.
- 1Ecyc INC.4.72 score4.9(20)
92 E. Grand Ave, Rahway, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 394 children
Parents consistently praise ECYC as an exceptional daycare with caring, skilled staff and a nurturing learning environment. The facility is clean, secure, and offers enriching activities including academics, arts, music, and science classes. Multiple families report significant developmental growth in their children and describe the center as a second home rather than typical daycare.
Caring and professional staffclean and secure facilitystrong child development and academic preparationenriching activities and classes - 2Precious Pumpkins Learning Academy4.41 score4.7(7)
674 New Brunswick Avenue, Rahway, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
Precious Pumpkins Learning Academy receives mostly high praise for its family-oriented approach, cleanliness, and educational programs, particularly for infants and neurotypical children. However, some parents noted concerns about the toddler room's communication style and excessive screen time policies.
Family-oriented environmentexcellent cleanlinesscaring and loving staffstrong educational programs - 3J.F.K. Community Center4.15 score4.2(14)
796 E Hazelwood Ave, Rahway, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 93 children
Parents consistently praise J.F.K. Community Center for its caring, committed staff, strong learning environment, and family-oriented approach. Children reportedly transition well, stay engaged with regular activities and field trips, and families appreciate the constant communication and comprehensive support. The center is described as a safe, nurturing community resource that helps families in need.
caring and committed staffstrong learning environmentfamily-oriented atmosphere with grandmothers in classroomsregular activities and field trips - 4Rahway Day Care Center INC.4.15 score4.2(14)
1071 New Brunswick Ave, Rahway, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 180 children
Rahway Day Care Center receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the friendly, experienced staff and educational approach. Parents appreciate the cleanliness, safety protocols, and daily communication about their children. One concern raised was limited parent-teacher communication during the pre-K program, though the facility is noted as a good value for families in the district.
Friendly and helpful staffexperienced employees (many 10+ years tenure)clean facilityCOVID-19 safety protocols
Rating Distribution
Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Rahway
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Rahway, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Rahway zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07065 | 13 | 4.5 | 2 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Rahway (25–394 children)
Small
up to 30 children
3
Medium
31–75 children
5
Large
76–150 children
3
Very Large
150+ children
2
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Rahway based on parent reviews
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Daycare types in Rahway
Before or After School Daycare in Rahway, New Jersey
There are 5 before or after school daycare in Rahway, New Jersey, making up 38% of the 13 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 Rahway have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 75 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Rahway, 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 Rahway
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Parents consistently praise ECYC as an exceptional daycare with caring, skilled staff and a nurturing learning environment. The facility is clean, secure, and offers enriching activities including academics, arts, music, and science classes. Multiple families report significant developmental growth in their children and describe the center as a second home rather than typical daycare.
- Address
- 92 E. Grand Ave, Rahway, NJ
- Phone
- (732) 594-3292
- Address
- 811 St Georges Ave, Rahway, NJ
- Phone
- (732) 396-1065
- Address
- 1809 St Georges Ave, Rahway, NJ
- Phone
- (732) 388-0057
- Address
- 486 E Milton Ave, Rahway, NJ
- Phone
- (732) 546-1271
- Address
- 944 Madison Ave, Rahway, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 764-1985
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
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