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Best Before or After School Daycare in South Plainfield, NJ

Compare 5 before or after school daycare in South Plainfield. Average rating: 4.76/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

South Plainfield, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.76/5
Parent reviews
52
Top rated (4.5+)
6

South Plainfield has 5 licensed before or after school daycare with 52 parent reviews averaging 4.76/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 75% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07080 zip code, averaging 4.76 stars across 11 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in South Plainfield

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
    Greatstart Early Learning Of South Plainfield
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    4001 Hadley Road, Suite F, South Plainfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 103 children

    Parents consistently praise Greatstart Early Learning as an exceptional daycare with a strong educational curriculum, caring and experienced staff, and a clean, safe environment. Children are described as well-prepared for kindergarten and showing significant developmental progress in academic skills, social-emotional learning, and life skills.

    Experienced and stable staff with low turnoverstrong academic curriculum emphasizing reading and mathclean and well-maintained facilitycaring and patient teachers
  2. 2
    Petits Enfants Academy LLC
    4.67 score
    5(10)

    1 Cragwood Road, South Plainfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 132 children

    Petits Enfants Academy LLC receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced teachers, clean facilities, and Montessori-based curriculum. Parents highlight the welcoming environment, strong teacher-child relationships, and communication app that keeps them updated throughout the day. The center is recommended for both infant care and pre-K programs.

    Kind and caring teachersclean and spacious classroomsMontessori curriculumcommunication app with photos and videos
  3. 3
    Creative Kids Academy
    4.64 score
    5(9)

    1615 Clinton Avenue, South Plainfield, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 61 children

    Creative Kids Academy receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff led by Director Mr. Dan. Parents report their children experience significant academic, social, and emotional growth, with excellent kindergarten preparation and a welcoming family-like environment.

    Caring and professional stafffamily atmospherestrong academic and social-emotional learningcreative and engaging activities

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in South Plainfield

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in South Plainfield, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.68avg rating
6 daycares · 6 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
5 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

South Plainfield zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0708011
4.76
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in South Plainfield (29–176 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in South Plainfield based on parent reviews

South Plainfield Boe Latchkey Kennedy School

5(1)

2900 Norwood Avenue, South Plainfield, NJ

One parent highlights the school's efficient handling of child information during the pandemic, noting a friendly and professional staff experience. The feedback emphasizes ease of interaction and responsiveness to administrative needs.

quick and easy processfriendly staffprofessional service

South Plainfield Boe Latchkey Roosevelt School

5(1)

125 Jackson Avenue, South Plainfield, NJ

One parent highlights the school's efficient handling of child-related information, particularly during the pandemic, noting that the process was quick and easy. The reviewer specifically commends the staff for being very friendly and professional.

quick and easy processfriendly staffprofessional demeanor

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Daycare types in South Plainfield

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Before or After School Daycare 5

Before or After School Daycare in South Plainfield, New Jersey

There are 5 before or after school daycare in South Plainfield, New Jersey, making up 45% 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 South Plainfield have an average rating of 4.76 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 52 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in South Plainfield, 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 South Plainfield

Showing 5 results

South Plainfield Boe Latchkey Kennedy School
Before or After School Daycare
5

One parent highlights the school's efficient handling of child information during the pandemic, noting a friendly and professional staff experience. The feedback emphasizes ease of interaction and responsiveness to administrative needs.

quick and easy processfriendly staffprofessional service
Address
2900 Norwood Avenue, South Plainfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 754-4620
South Plainfield Boe Latchkey Roosevelt School
Before or After School Daycare
5

One parent highlights the school's efficient handling of child-related information, particularly during the pandemic, noting that the process was quick and easy. The reviewer specifically commends the staff for being very friendly and professional.

quick and easy processfriendly staffprofessional demeanor
Address
125 Jackson Avenue, South Plainfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 754-4620
South Plainfield Boe Latchkey Franklin School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1000 Franklin Avenue, South Plainfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 754-4620
South Plainfield Boe Latchkey Grant School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
305 Cromwell Pl, South Plainfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 754-4620
South Plainfield Boe Latchkey Riley School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
100 Morris Avenue, South Plainfield, NJ
Phone
(908) 754-4620

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 before or after school daycares in South Plainfield, 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 South Plainfield have an average Google rating of 4.76 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in South Plainfield, 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
South Plainfield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 South Plainfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in South Plainfield 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.