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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Lawrenceville, NJ

Compare 8 child daycare & preschools in Lawrenceville. Average rating: 4.17/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lawrenceville, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
8
Avg rating
4.17/5
Parent reviews
77
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Lawrenceville has 8 licensed child daycare & preschools with 77 parent reviews averaging 4.17/5.The largest concentration is in 08648 with 13 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lawrenceville

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
    Tomorrows Child Montessori School
    4.79 score
    5(19)

    110 Federal City Road, Lawrenceville, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Tomorrow's Child Montessori School in Lawrenceville receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewed parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, patient staff, Montessori approach, and significant developmental growth their children experience. The school is described as a welcoming, home-like environment with excellent communication through daily photos and updates.

    Patient and caring teachersMontessori curriculumchild confidence and independence developmentcalm and welcoming environment
  2. 2
    Lawrence Day School
    4.22 score
    4.4(6)

    510 Lawrence Square Blvd. Sout, Lawrenceville, NJ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 170 children

    Lawrence Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and responsive staff, safe environment, and learning opportunities. However, one parent reported witnessing mistreatment of children and cited refusal to refund payment and lack of professionalism.

    Safe and caring environmentresponsive and communicative staffchildren excited to attenddevelopmental learning
  3. 3
    Lakeview Child Center
    3.6 score
    3.2(5)

    4 Princess Rd, Suite 100, Lawrenceville, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    Lakeview Child Center receives mixed reviews with significant differences in parent experiences. Three parents praise the caring staff, professional care, good communication, and developmental progress, while two parents report serious concerns including inadequate infant care, inconsistent teacher quality, frequent illness, behavioral issues, and poor hygiene standards.

    Caring and professional staffexcellent communicationsecure facilityincluded diapers and wip

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Lawrenceville

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.9avg rating
8 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.4avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lawrenceville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0864813
4.17
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lawrenceville (27–180 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

4

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lawrenceville based on parent reviews

Tomorrows Child Montessori School

5(19)

110 Federal City Road, Lawrenceville, NJ

Tomorrow's Child Montessori School in Lawrenceville receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewed parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, patient staff, Montessori approach, and significant developmental growth their children experience. The school is described as a welcoming, home-like environment with excellent communication through daily photos and updates.

Patient and caring teachersMontessori curriculumchild confidence and independence development

Every Child Valued

4(1)

175 Johnson Ave, Lawrenceville, NJ

One parent gives the center a perfect score, highlighting the staff as great and very professional. The review describes the childcare as excellent.

Great peoplevery professionalhigh quality care

Little Kids College INC. Preschool & Child Care Center

3.4(2)

1558 Brunswick Ave, Lawrenceville, NJ

A few reviewers highlight the establishment as a great school with friendly and hard-working staff. These positive comments focus on the quality of the teachers and the overall school environment.

great schoolgreat teachersfriendly staff

Lakeview Child Center

3.2(5)

4 Princess Rd, Suite 100, Lawrenceville, NJ

Lakeview Child Center receives mixed reviews with significant differences in parent experiences. Three parents praise the caring staff, professional care, good communication, and developmental progress, while two parents report serious concerns including inadequate infant care, inconsistent teacher quality, frequent illness, behavioral issues, and poor hygiene standards.

Caring and professional staffexcellent communicationsecure facility

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Daycare types in Lawrenceville

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 4

Child Daycare & Preschools in Lawrenceville, New Jersey

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, making up 62% of the 13 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 Lawrenceville have an average rating of 4.17 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 77 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lawrenceville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Lawrenceville

Showing 8 results

Tomorrows Child Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Tomorrow's Child Montessori School in Lawrenceville receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewed parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, patient staff, Montessori approach, and significant developmental growth their children experience. The school is described as a welcoming, home-like environment with excellent communication through daily photos and updates.

Patient and caring teachersMontessori curriculumchild confidence and independence development
Address
110 Federal City Road, Lawrenceville, NJ
Phone
(609) 896-1997
Every Child Valued
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent gives the center a perfect score, highlighting the staff as great and very professional. The review describes the childcare as excellent.

Great peoplevery professionalhigh quality care
Address
175 Johnson Ave, Lawrenceville, NJ
Phone
(609) 883-0300
Little Kids College INC. Preschool & Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

A few reviewers highlight the establishment as a great school with friendly and hard-working staff. These positive comments focus on the quality of the teachers and the overall school environment.

great schoolgreat teachersfriendly staff
Address
1558 Brunswick Ave, Lawrenceville, NJ
Phone
(609) 278-0700
Lakeview Child Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Lakeview Child Center receives mixed reviews with significant differences in parent experiences. Three parents praise the caring staff, professional care, good communication, and developmental progress, while two parents report serious concerns including inadequate infant care, inconsistent teacher quality, frequent illness, behavioral issues, and poor hygiene standards.

Caring and professional staffexcellent communicationsecure facility
Address
4 Princess Rd, Suite 100, Lawrenceville, NJ
Phone
(609) 896-0500
The Child Development Center For Bristol-Myers Squibb Princ
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3401 Princeton Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ
Phone
(800) 332-2056
North Star Group INC Dba Lightbridge Academy-Lawrenceville
Child Daycare & Preschools

Lightbridge Academy Lawrenceville receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, child development progress, and strong communication through photos and live camera access. The facility is described as clean, well-equipped, and providing a nurturing environment where children are happy and eager to attend.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and inviting environmentchild developmental progress
Address
100 Federal City Road, Suite 10, Lawrenceville, NJ
Phone
(609) 543-9700
Lawrenceville Presby Coop. Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents highlight the warm, nurturing environment and experienced staff who foster creative play and individual attention. Reviewers appreciate the program's flexibility with developmental needs like potty training and its emphasis on outdoor time in all weather conditions.

nurturing environmentexperienced teacherspersonalized attention
Address
2688 Main Street, Lawrenceville, NJ
Phone
(609) 844-0022
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Learning Experience in Lawrenceville receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across all reviews. Parents praise the caring staff, clean facilities, strong educational curriculum, and security measures. Children are reported to be happy and engaged, with parents appreciating the daily app updates and organized activities.

Caring and attentive staffclean and well-organized facilitystrong security measures
Address
4126 Quakerbridge Rd, Lawrenceville, NJ
Phone
(609) 936-3743

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, out of 13 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 Lawrenceville have an average Google rating of 4.17 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lawrenceville, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • 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
Lawrenceville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 New Jersey 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 Lawrenceville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lawrenceville must be licensed by New Jersey'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.