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Best Before or After School Daycare in Springfield, PA

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Springfield. Average rating: 4.38/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Springfield, Pennsylvania at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.38/5
Parent reviews
66
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Springfield has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 66 parent reviews averaging 4.38/5.The largest concentration is in 19064 with 11 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Springfield

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
    Just Kids Learning Center
    4.59 score
    4.8(14)

    518 Baltimore Pike, Springfield, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 101 children

    Just Kids Learning Center receives consistently exceptional reviews from parents who praise the caring owners Barb and Diane, dedicated long-term staff, and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally. Parents highlight the center's safety, organization, structured activities, and the genuine excitement children show for attending daily. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over many years and recommend the center without reservation.

    Caring and professional owners (Barb and Diane)staff stability and longevitysafe environmentorganized and structured
  2. 2
    Li'L Tykes Childcare And Learning Center
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    933 Baltimore Pike, Springfield, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Li'l Tykes for exceptional staff who provide caring, nurturing, and engaging education. The center offers enriching activities, strong academics, excellent facilities, and makes families feel welcomed and supported. Children show noticeable progress and excitement about attending.

    Caring and dedicated staffwelcoming atmosphereenriching curriculum and activities (music classeszoo visits
  3. 3
    Time For Tots
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    1260 E Woodland Ave, Springfield, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise TIME FOR TOTS (ELCA Springfield) as an outstanding daycare with caring, professional staff and strong leadership under Director Ms. Rebecca. Children show enthusiasm for attendance and demonstrate academic and developmental progress. Communication with parents through the Procare app and regular updates is highlighted as a key strength.

    Caring and patient staffstrong director leadershipclean facilityexcellent parent communication via app
  4. 4
    Little Friends Nursery & Day Care Center
    3.55 score
    3.3(9)

    433 E Woodland Ave, Springfield, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children

    Little Friends Nursery has highly polarized reviews, with five parents praising warm, caring staff and a clean, well-organized environment, while four parents reported serious concerns including late openings, inadequate diaper changes leading to severe rash, unprofessional director behavior, inconsistent illness policies, unscheduled closures with continued payment requirements, and inappropriate responses to toddler behavior.

    Caring and courteous staffclean facil

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Springfield

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
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Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.38avg rating
9 daycares · 6 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Springfield zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
1906411
4.38
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Springfield (42–106 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Springfield

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Springfield, Pennsylvania

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Springfield, Pennsylvania, making up 18% 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 Springfield have an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.38 stars. Our analysis covers 66 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Springfield, 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 Springfield

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Scenic Hills Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
235 Hillview Dr, Springfield, PA
Phone
(610) 259-1660
Quality
Sabold Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
468 E Thomson Ave, Springfield, PA
Phone
(610) 259-1660
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Springfield, Pennsylvania, 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 Springfield have an average Google rating of 4.38 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Springfield, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Pennsylvania's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Pennsylvania)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Springfield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 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 Pennsylvania 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 Springfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Springfield must be licensed by Pennsylvania'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.