Best Daycares in Hoboken, NJ — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 17 daycares and childcare centers in Hoboken based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Hoboken

  1. #1 — Dear World Academy Score: 19/100

    Daycare, Indoor Playground, Camp, and Birthdays

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  2. #2 — My Little Gan Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  3. #3 — The Kaplan Cooperative Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Lightbridge Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Apple Montessori Schools & Camps Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Home service. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Hoboken Little School LLC Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Cresthill Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Hoboken Montessori School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Creative Groove Studio Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Specialty school, Arts and entertainment. View full profile →

  10. #10 — HOPES CAP, Inc. St. Ann's Center Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Little Bee Learning Studio Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  12. #12 — HOPES CAP, Inc. Connors School Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Mile Square Early Learning Center Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Rockness Music of Hoboken (Uptown) Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Music school, Specialty school, School, Education. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Smart Start Academy Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  16. #16 — Joseph F Brandt No 2 Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  17. #17 — HOPES CAP, Inc. Brandt School Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Hoboken?
Dear World Academy is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Hoboken based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Hoboken?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Hoboken?
Childcare costs in Hoboken vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.