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Best Before or After School Daycare in Randolph, NJ

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Randolph. Average rating: 3.84/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Randolph, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.84/5
Parent reviews
68
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Randolph has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 68 parent reviews averaging 3.84/5.The largest concentration is in 07869 with 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Randolph

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 Promises
    4.49 score
    4.8(8)

    319a Quaker Church Road, Randolph, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Promises Academy for its nurturing, clean, and educational environment. Staff members, particularly director Nellie, are highlighted for their warmth, care, and individualized attention to children. Children show improvements in academics, socialization, and enthusiasm for attending school.

    Warm and caring staffclean facilitiesstrong educational programindividualized instruction
  2. 2
    Rising Star School LLC Dba Primrose School Of Randolph
    4.46 score
    4.6(16)

    2a Middlebury Blvd, Randolph, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 194 children

    Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Randolph as an exceptionally clean, well-organized facility with caring staff and strong curriculum. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially, with parents appreciating the structured environment, nutritious meals, convenient services, and excellent communication. The facility is noted as family-oriented with engaged ownership and management.

    Cleanliness and modern facilitylow student-teacher ratiosage-appropriate groupingnutritious meals and snacks
  3. 3
    Heritage Children'S Academy
    4.45 score
    4.7(9)

    1360 Sussex Tpke, Randolph, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 141 children

    Heritage Children's Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, child-focused environment and dedicated staff. Parents report their children feel safe, cared for, and are making strong developmental progress. The facility maintains high cleanliness standards and the staff treat children with genuine care and attention.

    Friendly and welcoming staffchild-focused environmentteachers treat children like familystrong learning and development

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Randolph

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
3

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 68 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Compassionate staff
3
2Welcoming atmosphere
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.05avg rating
9 daycares · 6 rated

Before or After School Daycare

2.6avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Randolph zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
078699
4.34
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Randolph (30–194 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Randolph based on parent reviews

Randolph Township Board Of Education Shongum School

2.6(4)

9 Arrow Place, Randolph, NJ

While one parent highlights the compassionate nature of a specific teacher, others report negative experiences involving discriminatory remarks from administrative staff and allegations of excessive testing for students.

compassionate staffwelcoming atmosphereprofessional personnel

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Daycare types in Randolph

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Randolph, New Jersey

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Randolph, New Jersey, making up 18% of the 11 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 Randolph have an average rating of 3.84 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.05 stars. Our analysis covers 68 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Randolph, 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 Randolph

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Randolph Township Board Of Education Shongum School
Before or After School Daycare
2.6

While one parent highlights the compassionate nature of a specific teacher, others report negative experiences involving discriminatory remarks from administrative staff and allegations of excessive testing for students.

compassionate staffwelcoming atmosphereprofessional personnel
Address
9 Arrow Place, Randolph, NJ
Phone
(973) 361-0808
Randolph Township Board Of Education Fernbrook School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
206 Quaker Church Road, Randolph, NJ
Phone
(973) 361-0808

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Randolph, New Jersey, out of 11 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 Randolph have an average Google rating of 3.84 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 57% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Randolph, 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
Randolph offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Randolph for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Randolph 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.