Best Daycare Centers in Summit, NJ
Compare 18 daycare centers in Summit. Average rating: 4.73/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Summit, New Jersey at a glance
- Daycares
- 18
- Avg rating
- 4.73/5
- Parent reviews
- 104
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 8
Summit has 18 licensed daycares with 104 parent reviews averaging 4.73/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 73% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 07901 zip code, averaging 4.73 stars across 18 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Summit
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.
- 1Cornerstone School Of Summit4.72 score4.9(20)
561 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
Cornerstone School of Summit receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated teaching staff. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with strong communication between school and families. The school is noted for its well-structured curriculum, flexible hours, and optional enrichment programs.
caring and attentive teachersnurturing environmentsmooth transitions for new studentsstrong communication with parents - 2Summit Jewish Community Center Nursery School4.55 score5(6)
67 Kent Place Blvd, Summit, NJ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 53 children
Parents praise Summit Jewish Community Center Nursery School as a warm, welcoming, and inclusive community where families feel at home. The facility is noted for its quality early learning and religious education programs that help children develop pride in their Jewish identity. Multiple reviewers highlight the friendly, accepting atmosphere and strong leadership that welcomes people of all backgrounds.
Warm and welcoming communityinclusive and diverse membershipquality nursery and preschool programschildren develop Jewish identity and pride - 3Super Kids Child Care & Learning Center LLC4.36 score4.5(13)
2 Broad Street, Summit, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 266 children
Parents consistently praise Lightbridge Academy Summit for exceptional, loving care with highly attentive and professional staff. Children are happy, engaged, and learning daily in a clean, well-organized facility. Communication with parents is frequent and detailed, creating a strong sense of community and trust.
Caring and professional staffstrong communication with parentsclean and safe facilitychildren happy and excited to attend - 4Zadie'S Nurturing Den4.25 score4.4(8)
1 Walnut Street, Summit, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 191 children
Zadie's Nurturing Den receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with seven 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, strong leadership under director Tameka, and academic development of children. One 1-star review criticizes management decisions regarding COVID protocols and staff vaccination requirements, citing outbreaks and poor handling of past incidents like flooding.
Caring and nurturing teachersstrong director leadershipchild development and academic enrichmenttransparent communication - 5
89 Tulip Street, Summit, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 60 children
The Connection receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its after-school program, gymnastics classes, and diverse offerings including swimming, dance, yoga, and ESL instruction. Parents praise the warm, friendly staff, clean facilities, and strong sense of community. One parent expressed frustration with the inflexible makeup class policy despite the program's high cost.
Warm and friendly staffclean and safe facilitiesdiverse class offerings (gymnasticsswimming - 6The Connection For Women And Families4.07 score4.1(15)
79 Maple Street, Summit, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
The Connection for Women and Families is highly rated by parents for its welcoming community atmosphere, diverse class offerings (gymnastics, swimming, yoga, ESL), and friendly, engaging staff. Parents consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, safety, and strong value. One parent expressed frustration with the inflexible makeup class policy despite the program's overall quality.
Warm and friendly staffclean and safe facilitiesdiverse class offeringsstrong community environment
Rating Distribution
Based on 11 daycares with Google ratings in Summit
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Summit, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Summit zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07901 | 18 | 4.73 | 8 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Summit (21–266 children)
Small
up to 30 children
2
Medium
31–75 children
8
Large
76–150 children
3
Very Large
150+ children
5
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Summit based on parent reviews
Cornerstone School Of Summit
561 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ
Cornerstone School of Summit receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated teaching staff. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with strong communication between school and families. The school is noted for its well-structured curriculum, flexible hours, and optional enrichment programs.
Summit Jewish Community Center Nursery School
67 Kent Place Blvd, Summit, NJ
Parents praise Summit Jewish Community Center Nursery School as a warm, welcoming, and inclusive community where families feel at home. The facility is noted for its quality early learning and religious education programs that help children develop pride in their Jewish identity. Multiple reviewers highlight the friendly, accepting atmosphere and strong leadership that welcomes people of all backgrounds.
Super Kids Child Care & Learning Center LLC
2 Broad Street, Summit, NJ
Parents consistently praise Lightbridge Academy Summit for exceptional, loving care with highly attentive and professional staff. Children are happy, engaged, and learning daily in a clean, well-organized facility. Communication with parents is frequent and detailed, creating a strong sense of community and trust.
Central Presbyterian Church Weekday Nursery
70 Maple Street, Summit, NJ
One parent highlights the school's tight-knit community and dedicated staff, noting that teachers and administration go above and beyond to meet children's needs. Another family member recalls a positive childhood experience at the location, praising the welcoming atmosphere despite any differences in religious affiliation.
The Learning Circle Ymca
95 Morris Ave, Summit, NJ
A parent who enrolled their sons in this center many years ago reports that the loving staff helped them thrive and transition successfully into public school. The reviewer highlights that the children maintained long-lasting friendships and went on to achieve academic success in high school and college.
Overlook Hospital Child Care Center
41 Upper Overlook Rd, Summit, NJ
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Daycare Centers in Summit, New Jersey
There are 18 daycare centers in Summit, New Jersey. 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 Summit have an average rating of 4.73 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities, with 73% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 104 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Summit, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Daycare Centers in Summit
Showing 18 results
- Address
- 208 Summit Avenue, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 273-4921
One parent highlights the school's tight-knit community and dedicated staff, noting that teachers and administration go above and beyond to meet children's needs. Another family member recalls a positive childhood experience at the location, praising the welcoming atmosphere despite any differences in religious affiliation.
- Address
- 70 Maple Street, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 273-0468
One parent describes ST. Teresa's Early Childhood Center as great. This single review provides a positive assessment of the center-based program in Summit, New Jersey.
- Address
- 306 Morris Ave, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 277-6043
Parents praise Summit Jewish Community Center Nursery School as a warm, welcoming, and inclusive community where families feel at home. The facility is noted for its quality early learning and religious education programs that help children develop pride in their Jewish identity. Multiple reviewers highlight the friendly, accepting atmosphere and strong leadership that welcomes people of all backgrounds.
- Address
- 67 Kent Place Blvd, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 277-3919
A parent who enrolled their sons in this center many years ago reports that the loving staff helped them thrive and transition successfully into public school. The reviewer highlights that the children maintained long-lasting friendships and went on to achieve academic success in high school and college.
- Address
- 95 Morris Ave, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 273-7040
- Address
- 41 Upper Overlook Rd, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 522-5600
Cornerstone School of Summit receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated teaching staff. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with strong communication between school and families. The school is noted for its well-structured curriculum, flexible hours, and optional enrichment programs.
- Address
- 561 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 277-4400
Parents consistently praise Lightbridge Academy Summit for exceptional, loving care with highly attentive and professional staff. Children are happy, engaged, and learning daily in a clean, well-organized facility. Communication with parents is frequent and detailed, creating a strong sense of community and trust.
- Address
- 2 Broad Street, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 598-8383
Zadie's Nurturing Den receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with seven 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, strong leadership under director Tameka, and academic development of children. One 1-star review criticizes management decisions regarding COVID protocols and staff vaccination requirements, citing outbreaks and poor handling of past incidents like flooding.
- Address
- 1 Walnut Street, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 277-8584
The Connection receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its after-school program, gymnastics classes, and diverse offerings including swimming, dance, yoga, and ESL instruction. Parents praise the warm, friendly staff, clean facilities, and strong sense of community. One parent expressed frustration with the inflexible makeup class policy despite the program's high cost.
- Address
- 89 Tulip Street, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 608-9089
The Connection for Women and Families is highly rated by parents for its welcoming community atmosphere, diverse class offerings (gymnastics, swimming, yoga, ESL), and friendly, engaging staff. Parents consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, safety, and strong value. One parent expressed frustration with the inflexible makeup class policy despite the program's overall quality.
- Address
- 79 Maple Street, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 273-4242
- Address
- 110 Ashwood Ave, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 608-1119
- Address
- 14 Beekman Terrace, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 447-7464
- Address
- 52 Woodland Ave, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 608-9370
- Address
- 587 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 598-8088
- Address
- 136 Blackburn Road, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 273-4242
- Address
- 507 Morris Ave, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 608-0015
Parents consistently praise Summit YMCA School Age Program for its clean, modern facilities and welcoming staff. The center offers diverse programs including swimming lessons, sports coaching, fitness classes, and recreational activities suitable for children and families of all ages. Families report long-term satisfaction with the organization's community atmosphere and quality instruction.
- Address
- 67 Maple Street, Summit, NJ
- Phone
- (908) 273-3330
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
- Church Daycare — 3 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 4 facilities