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Best Before or After School Daycare in Woodbridge, NJ

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Woodbridge. Average rating: 4.19/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Woodbridge, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.19/5
Parent reviews
114
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Woodbridge has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 114 parent reviews averaging 4.19/5.The largest concentration is in 07095 with 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Woodbridge

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
    Woodbridge Community Child Care Center (Wcc)
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    600 Main Street, Woodbridge, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    Parents consistently praise WCC as an excellent community facility offering diverse recreational and fitness activities for families. The facility features multiple amenities including an ice rink, roller skating area, swimming pool, gymnasium, and fitness center, with classes available for all ages. Staff are noted as friendly and helpful, though crowding during peak hours and higher membership costs are mentioned as minor drawbacks.

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  2. 2
    Montessori Kids Universe At Metropark Iselin
    4 score
    4(9)

    23 Gills Lane, Woodbridge, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

    Most parents (6 of 8 reviews) report very positive experiences with engaged children, knowledgeable teachers, and a nurturing Montessori/Reggio-inspired environment. However, two recent 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about declining quality, staff turnover, billing practices, lack of transparency, and management integrity.

    Montessori and Reggio-inspired curriculumenthusiastic and knowledgeable teacherschildren excited to attendstrong social development
  3. 3
    Kidsports Family Fun & Fitness Center
    3.92 score
    3.9(20)

    585 Main Street, Woodbridge, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 170 children

    Note: This facility is a fitness center, not a daycare. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive regarding gym amenities, cleanliness, and staff. One reviewer mentioned childcare/daycare services available while parents work out.

    Clean facilityfriendly and knowledgeable staffwell-maintained equipmentvariety of fitness classes
  4. 4
    Children'S World Academy LLC
    2.96 score
    2.7(20)

    616 Main Street, Woodbridge, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 198 children

    Parents consistently praise Children's World Academy for its caring, responsive staff and nurturing environment. Multiple reviewers highlight specific teachers (Ms. Bonnie, Ms. Karen, Ms. Erika, Ms. Sarala) and the director for their professionalism and genuine investment in children's development. Some parents note that negative online reviews do not reflect their positive experiences.

    Responsive and communicative teachersnurturing and caring staffprofessional director who addresses concerns promptlychildren show measurable developmental progress

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Woodbridge

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.05avg rating
8 daycares · 6 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.6avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Woodbridge zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
070958
4.08
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Woodbridge (15–255 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Woodbridge based on parent reviews

Woodbridge Community Child Care Center (Wcc)

4.5(20)

600 Main Street, Woodbridge, NJ

Parents consistently praise WCC as an excellent community facility offering diverse recreational and fitness activities for families. The facility features multiple amenities including an ice rink, roller skating area, swimming pool, gymnasium, and fitness center, with classes available for all ages. Staff are noted as friendly and helpful, though crowding during peak hours and higher membership costs are mentioned as minor drawbacks.

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Woodbridge Branch Ymca School 1

4.7(2)

Mawbrey Street, Woodbridge, NJ

One parent describes the center as beautiful and notes its proximity to a golf course, while another highlights the nice facility. These limited comments focus primarily on the physical environment and aesthetics of the location.

Beautiful centerNice facilityGolf course nearby

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Daycare types in Woodbridge

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Woodbridge, New Jersey

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Woodbridge, New Jersey, making up 20% of the 10 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 Woodbridge have an average rating of 4.19 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 114 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Woodbridge, 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 Woodbridge

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Woodbridge Branch Ymca School 1
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

One parent describes the center as beautiful and notes its proximity to a golf course, while another highlights the nice facility. These limited comments focus primarily on the physical environment and aesthetics of the location.

Beautiful centerNice facilityGolf course nearby
Address
Mawbrey Street, Woodbridge, NJ
Phone
(732) 340-9465
Woodbridge Community Child Care Center (Wcc)
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Parents consistently praise WCC as an excellent community facility offering diverse recreational and fitness activities for families. The facility features multiple amenities including an ice rink, roller skating area, swimming pool, gymnasium, and fitness center, with classes available for all ages. Staff are noted as friendly and helpful, though crowding during peak hours and higher membership costs are mentioned as minor drawbacks.

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Address
600 Main Street, Woodbridge, NJ
Phone
(732) 596-4181

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Woodbridge, New Jersey, out of 10 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 Woodbridge have an average Google rating of 4.19 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Woodbridge, 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
Woodbridge offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 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 Woodbridge for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Woodbridge 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.