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Best Before or After School Daycare in South River, NJ

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in South River. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

South River, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
25
Top rated (4.5+)
1

South River has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 25 parent reviews averaging 5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in South River

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
    Calico Cat Nursery School
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    90 Leonardine Ave, South River, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

    Calico Cat Nursery School receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, and children's academic progress. Parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere, individual attention to each child, and excellent preparation for kindergarten.

    Caring and loving teachersstrong and advanced curriculumpositive drop-off experiencechildren feel safe and trusted from day one

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in South River

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in South River (28–180 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

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Daycare types in South River

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in South River, New Jersey

There are 1 before or after school daycare in South River, New Jersey, making up 25% of the 4 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 River have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 25 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in South River, 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 River

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South River Before/After School Care Program - South River Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
81 Johnson Place, South River, NJ
Phone
(732) 257-4700

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in South River, New Jersey, out of 4 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 River have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in South River, 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 River offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 River for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in South River 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.