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Best Before or After School Daycare in Sparta, NJ

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

Sparta, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
36
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Sparta has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 36 parent reviews averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07871 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Sparta

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
    Alpine Montessori
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    57 Main Street, Sparta, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Alpine Montessori receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the school's Montessori approach, experienced and caring teachers, and strong academic outcomes. Parents report their children enter kindergarten academically advanced while developing excellent social-emotional skills, respect, and discipline. The clean, organized environment and dedicated staff are consistently highlighted as standout features.

    Experienced and caring teachersMontessori philosophystrong academic preparation for kindergartensocial-emotional development

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Sparta

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
12 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Sparta zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0787113
5
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Sparta (15–165 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

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Daycare types in Sparta

Child Daycare & Preschools 12Before or After School Daycare 1

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Before or After School Daycare in Sparta, New Jersey

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Sparta, New Jersey, making up 8% 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 Sparta have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 36 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Sparta, 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 Sparta

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Alpine School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
151 Andover Rd, Sparta, NJ
Phone
(973) 383-2213

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Sparta, New Jersey, out of 13 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 Sparta have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Sparta, 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
Sparta offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 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 Sparta for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Sparta 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.