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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Oaklyn, NJ

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Oaklyn. Average rating: 4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Oaklyn, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4/5
Parent reviews
38
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Oaklyn has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 38 parent reviews averaging 4/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Oaklyn

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
    Haddon Learning Center
    4.13 score
    4.2(10)

    220 W Clinton Ave, Oaklyn, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    Haddon Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff, strong communication, clean facilities, and educational activities. Parents report their children thrive in this nurturing environment and appreciate the professionalism and accommodating scheduling. Two negative reviews lack specific details.

    Caring and attentive staffclear communication with parentswarm and welcoming atmosphereclean and well-maintained facilities
  2. 2
    Little Bear Daycare
    3.52 score
    3.4(20)

    300 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children

    Little Bear Daycare receives consistently high ratings from current parents who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and attentive care. Parents note significant improvement under new ownership within the past 2+ years, with previous negative reviews attributed to the former management. The center is multilingual and accommodating to individual child needs.

    caring and dedicated staffclean and safe facilitymultilingual environment (ArabicEnglish

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Oaklyn

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.67avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Oaklyn (32–120 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Oaklyn based on parent reviews

Haddon Learning Center

4.2(10)

220 W Clinton Ave, Oaklyn, NJ

Haddon Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff, strong communication, clean facilities, and educational activities. Parents report their children thrive in this nurturing environment and appreciate the professionalism and accommodating scheduling. Two negative reviews lack specific details.

Caring and attentive staffclear communication with parentswarm and welcoming atmosphere

Saint Mark'S Nursery School

3.4(4)

1 E Haddon Ave, Oaklyn, NJ

Some parents highlight the affordable tuition, engaging activities like Soccer Shots, and a caring staff that treats families like kin. Conversely, one reviewer reports negative experiences involving staff yelling at children, favoritism, and exclusionary practices regarding graduation photos.

affordable tuitionengaging activitiescaring staff

Little Bear Daycare

3.4(20)

300 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ

Little Bear Daycare receives consistently high ratings from current parents who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and attentive care. Parents note significant improvement under new ownership within the past 2+ years, with previous negative reviews attributed to the former management. The center is multilingual and accommodating to individual child needs.

caring and dedicated staffclean and safe facilitymultilingual environment (Arabic

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Daycare types in Oaklyn

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Oaklyn, New Jersey

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Oaklyn, New Jersey, making up 75% of the 4 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 Oaklyn have an average rating of 4 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 25% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 38 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Oaklyn, 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 Oaklyn

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Haddon Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Haddon Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff, strong communication, clean facilities, and educational activities. Parents report their children thrive in this nurturing environment and appreciate the professionalism and accommodating scheduling. Two negative reviews lack specific details.

Caring and attentive staffclear communication with parentswarm and welcoming atmosphere
Address
220 W Clinton Ave, Oaklyn, NJ
Phone
(856) 858-7733
Little Bear Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Little Bear Daycare receives consistently high ratings from current parents who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and attentive care. Parents note significant improvement under new ownership within the past 2+ years, with previous negative reviews attributed to the former management. The center is multilingual and accommodating to individual child needs.

caring and dedicated staffclean and safe facilitymultilingual environment (Arabic
Address
300 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ
Phone
(856) 833-9874
Saint Mark'S Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Some parents highlight the affordable tuition, engaging activities like Soccer Shots, and a caring staff that treats families like kin. Conversely, one reviewer reports negative experiences involving staff yelling at children, favoritism, and exclusionary practices regarding graduation photos.

affordable tuitionengaging activitiescaring staff
Address
1 E Haddon Ave, Oaklyn, NJ
Phone
(856) 854-5910

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Oaklyn, New Jersey, out of 4 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 Oaklyn have an average Google rating of 4 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 25% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Oaklyn, 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
Oaklyn offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Oaklyn for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Oaklyn 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.