Best Daycares in Rutherford, NY — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 8 daycares and childcare centers in Rutherford based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Rutherford

  1. #1 — Rutherford Cooperative Day Nursery Score: 23/100

    Rutherford Cooperative Day Nursery

    Programs: Pre K, Part Time. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Learn Smart Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — Rutherford Montessori School Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — RCDN Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Goldilocks Children Learning Center Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — Toddlers Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — A Plus Academy Score: 11/100

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

  8. #8 — Rutherford Co-Op Day Nursery Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. 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 →

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Rutherford?
Rutherford Cooperative Day Nursery is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Rutherford 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 Rutherford?
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 Rutherford?
Childcare costs in Rutherford 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.