Best Daycares in Jersey City, NJ — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 46 daycares and childcare centers in Jersey City based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Jersey City

  1. #1 — The Place for Learning Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — Starting Points Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — New Life Dream Academy Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — It Takes A Village Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Kidz Kingdom Learning Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Home service. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Bergen-Lafayette Montessori School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Three Little Birds Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Specialty school, Sports and recreation venue. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Frank R Conwell School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Curious Kids Score: 15/100

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

  10. #10 — River School Warren Score: 15/100

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

  11. #11 — Small Discoveries Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  12. #12 — Kiddee Korner Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  13. #13 — Playscape Score: 15/100

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

  14. #14 — Happy N Bright Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  15. #15 — Ivy Primary Prep Score: 15/100

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

  16. #16 — Little Smiles Infant Toddler Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  17. #17 — Little Smiles Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  18. #18 — Garden Of Mustard Seeds Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Garden Preschool Cooperative Score: 15/100

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

  20. #20 — Fasttrack Languages Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Language school, School. View full profile →

  21. #21 — “My First Step” - Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  22. #22 — The Scandinavian School of Jersey City Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, Language school. View full profile →

  23. #23 — The Goddard School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Private school. View full profile →

  24. #24 — Academy of Excellence Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Elementary school. View full profile →

  25. #25 — Smile Pre School Score: 15/100

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

  26. #26 — Oasis Preschool & Childcare Score: 15/100

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

  27. #27 — Park Prep Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Elementary school. View full profile →

  28. #28 — Li'l Masters Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Elementary school. View full profile →

  29. #29 — Viaquenti Academy Score: 13/100

    Childcare center listed from OpenStreetMap contribution node/5820213497. Type: center-based. No program signal in source. Verified fields: name, phone, website, address.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  30. #30 — Tots World Preschool Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. 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 Jersey City?
The Place for Learning is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Jersey City 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 Jersey City?
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 Jersey City?
Childcare costs in Jersey City 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.