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Best Before or After School Daycare in Ridgefield Park, NJ

Compare 4 before or after school daycare in Ridgefield Park. Average rating: 4.82/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Ridgefield Park, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.82/5
Parent reviews
43
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Ridgefield Park has 4 licensed before or after school daycare with 43 parent reviews averaging 4.82/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 100% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07660 zip code, averaging 4.82 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ridgefield Park

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 Stars Day Care Center
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    77 Park Street, Ridgefield Park, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Stars Day Care Center for its warm, nurturing environment and caring staff who treat children with genuine love and attention. All reviewers highlight the cleanliness, safety measures, flexible hours, and affordable tuition, with many noting significant developmental progress in their children. The director and individual teachers receive special recognition for their dedication and communication with parents.

    Caring and patient staffwarm family-like atmosphereclean and safe facilitysecurity measures (buzzer entry
  2. 2
    Little Stars Day Care Center
    4.37 score
    4.5(14)

    240 Main Street, Ridgefield Park, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Stars Day Care for its nurturing, attentive staff and safe, welcoming environment. Children show strong developmental progress and emotional attachment to caregivers. Multiple reviewers describe it as a 'second home' for their children.

    Caring and professional staffindividual attention to each childdaily updates providedclean facilities

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Ridgefield Park

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Ridgefield Park, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.82avg rating
5 daycares · 5 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
4 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Ridgefield Park zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
076608
4.82
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Ridgefield Park (35–195 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

2

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Daycare types in Ridgefield Park

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Before or After School Daycare 4

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🎒 After School Programs 4

Before or After School Daycare in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey

There are 4 before or after school daycare in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey, making up 44% of the 9 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 Ridgefield Park have an average rating of 4.82 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.82 stars. Our analysis covers 43 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Ridgefield Park, 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 Ridgefield Park

Showing 4 results

Ridgefield Park After School Program - Roosevelt School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
508 Teaneck Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ
Phone
(201) 440-0808
Ridgefield Park After School Program - Grant School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
120 Teaneck Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ
Phone
(201) 641-0441
Rp After School Program - Thomas Jefferson School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
110 Mount Vernon Street, Ridgefield Park, NJ
Phone
(201) 870-1202
Ridgefield Park After School Program - Lincoln School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
712 Lincoln Avenue, Ridgefield Park, NJ
Phone
(201) 944-1831

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 before or after school daycares in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey, out of 9 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 Ridgefield Park have an average Google rating of 4.82 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Ridgefield Park, 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
Ridgefield Park offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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 Ridgefield Park for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Ridgefield Park 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.