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Daycares in Toughkenamon, PA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

NEW GARDEN EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION CENTER

We just had our first child a year ago so we were a little nervous about the experience, but New Garden has been a wonderful place for my...

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New Garden Early Care & Education Center

I was told about New Garden Early Care from a friend of mine, it's just a few miles into Pennsylvania from where we live in Delaware but...

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NEW GARDEN EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION CENTER

250 NEW GARDEN RD TOUGHKENAMON, PA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Day Care
New Garden Early Education Center was designed to be a special place for children to learn while having fun in a safe and stimulating environment. We are a staff of qualified, engaging and caring individuals who take great reward in the growth of our kids. Our award-winning learning system, The Creative Curriculum®, delivers a...

Care Member says "We just had our first child a year ago so we were a little nervous about the experience, but New Garden has been a wonderful place for my baby and it...

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New Garden Early Care & Education Center

250 New Garden Rd Toughkenamon, PA

3.0(5)
Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
New Garden Early Care & Education Center offers a developmentally appropriate curriculum to children ages 6 weeks to 4 years old. The company utilizes the Creative Curriculum and strives to provide children with a safe and stimulating learning environment. The company also offers after-school and summertime care services for...

Care Member says "I was told about New Garden Early Care from a friend of mine, it's just a few miles into Pennsylvania from where we live in Delaware but been well worth...

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Chandler Childcare Inc

916 Newark Rd Toughkenamon, PA

Child care
Chandler Childcare Inc in Toughkenamon, Pennsylvania seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate a certain number of children.
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Creative Play Day School

1027 Newark Road Toughkenamon, PA

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Creative Play Day School.............Discovering A New Way To Learn Infants through School Age Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm PA Dept of Education Certified Preschool Programs Creative Play Day School is a privately owned early care and education center offering compassion, respect, tolerance, service and help to all the...
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Day Creative Play School

1027 Newark Rd Toughkenamon, PA

Preschool
Child care
In-Home daycare
Kindergarten
Day Creative Play School is devoted to providing a caring community known for providing quality early educational programs to a diverse population. The center prepares children for a lifetime of learning through actively involving them in meaningful experiences.
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7091 - La Petite Academy of Hockessin

5986 LIMESTONE RD HOCKESSIN, DE

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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The Lifespan Development Centers

500 McKennans Church Road Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
Preschool
Child care
We provide an academic based full day preschool and child care. Our staff of professional educators provide your family with the highest quality curriculum accompanied with compassionate care, strong values, and ongoing communication about your child's learning progress. We offer nursery, preschool, pre-k, child care from 3...

Sam says "I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Lifespan Development Centers. I think I visited every child care facility in Delaware prior to my son being born!...

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6323 - Tutor Time on Limestone Road

5305 LIMESTONE RD WILMINGTON, DE

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day at Tutor Time is educational....

Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics:...

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THE GODDARD SCHOOL- MARSHALLTON

630 SUGARS BRIDGE RD WEST CHESTER, PA

State license verified

Child care
The Goddard School of Marshallton is a premier early childhood education provider offering daycare and preschool programs for children from six weeks to five years old. It provides a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and grow through play-based, academically focused curriculum. With certified teachers,...
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GREAT NEW BEGINNINGS OF NEWARK

1132 OGLETOWN RD NEWARK, DE

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Our mission is to provide exceptional early education services through a transparent partnership with our families and our community. Live internet viewing included in our weekly tuition.
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Wilmington Junior Academy

3001 Millcreek Road Wilmington, DE

We offer care for children 6 weeks through preschool, school age before and after care, and school age summer camp. Our goal is to provide individualized, age appropriate, Christian child care that encourages the development of the whole child, socially, emotionally, cognitively and physically.
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Traci Chandler

106 School House Lane Kennett Square, PA

Private in home daycare for the 2015-2016 school year. I am a Special Education Teacher looking to provide care in my Kennett Square, Pennsylvania home. We are a peanut/tree nut free home. I am also offering before and/or after care for school age children attending Greenwood Elementary School in the Kennett Consolidated...
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Upward Bound

1570 Baltimore Pike Lincoln University, PA

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Celebree School of Pike Creek

1 Middleton Drive WILMINGTON, DE

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
+ 1 more
We know how important it is to find a school that feels like the right fit for your child—a place where they are not only cared for, but truly encouraged to thrive. At Celebree School of Pike Creek, our mission is simple yet powerful: to protect, educate, and nurture every child who walks through our doors. Our programs are...
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BLOSSOM & BLOOM LEARNING CENTER

1933 KIRKWOOD HWY NEWARK, DE

State license verified

Blossom & Bloom Learning Centers are dedicated to making learning fun. We currently utilize the amazing "Mother Goose Time" academics and curriculum at both sites.
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La Petite Academy of Hockessin, DE

5986 Limestone Rd Hockessin, DE

What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...
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The Nanny

325 Papermill Rd Newark, DE

We a nanny on the go business we basically come to you. We think that it is vital that children are comfortable in their own homes. We will also provide transportation services for doctors appointment, rehearsals etc. I am first aid and CPR certified.
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Hockessin Montessori School

1000 Old Lancaster Pike Hockessin, DE

Academic
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 2 more
The Hockessin Montessori School is an independent, non-profit school, founded in 1963, which promotes quality education for children ages 12 months through Eighth grade. The classroom environment stimulates intellectual, emotional, social, physical, and cultural growth. The school promotes development of self-motivation,...
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Newark Day Nursery & Children's Center

921 Barksdale Rd Newark, DE

2.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
NDNCC, a NAEYC & ACA accredited and DEStars 5 Star agency, is dedicated to providing the highest quality early childhood and school age services to educate, enrich, and inspire children and youth from culturally and economically diverse families. We offer Early Childhood Education for ages 6 wks to 5 yrs, and Before/After School...
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With 0 daycare providers in Toughkenamon, PA, families have real choices when it comes to finding care that fits their child and schedule. Enrolling your child in daycare offers meaningful benefits for both kids and parents. For children, daycare provides structured social interaction with peers, helping them build communication skills, emotional resilience, and confidence from an early age. Daily routines around meals, play, and learning activities support cognitive and physical development in ways that are hard to replicate at home. For parents, a trusted daycare in Toughkenamon provides peace of mind knowing your child is in a safe, supervised environment while you focus on work or other responsibilities. Many families also find that daycare eases the transition to kindergarten by giving children early exposure to a classroom-style setting. If you have an infant or toddler, explore infant daycare options to find programs specifically designed for younger children.

Daycare centers in Toughkenamon, PA offer far more than basic supervision. Most provide structured daily schedules that include age-appropriate learning activities, creative play, outdoor time, and meals or snacks that meet nutritional guidelines. Many centers employ trained early childhood educators who incorporate language development, early literacy, and social-emotional learning into everyday routines. Depending on your needs, you may also find specialized options in Toughkenamon such as infant daycare for babies and young toddlers, family daycare run from a home setting, or overnight daycare for families who need extended care coverage. When comparing providers, look for centers that communicate regularly with parents through daily reports or apps so you always know how your child's day is going.

With 0 daycare options in Toughkenamon, PA, knowing what to prioritize makes narrowing down your choices much easier. Begin by confirming that any center you consider is licensed and in good standing with PA childcare regulations — this ensures minimum health, safety, and staffing standards are being met. From there, pay attention to staff-to-child ratios, staff turnover, and whether caregivers have training in early childhood education or child development. The physical environment matters too — look for clean, organized spaces with age-appropriate materials and secure entry and exit procedures. Don't overlook the daily curriculum: quality centers in Toughkenamon balance structured learning with free play rather than leaning too heavily on one or the other. Reading parent reviews on Care.com is one of the best ways to get an honest picture of what day-to-day life looks like at a center before you visit. Once you've narrowed down your options, our guide on questions to ask when touring a daycare can help you make the most of each visit.

Touring a daycare in Toughkenamon, PA in person is one of the most important steps in the decision-making process, and going in with the right questions makes a big difference. Start with the basics: What are the staff-to-child ratios for your child's age group, and how is the center staffed during drop-off and pick-up? Ask how staff handle discipline and conflict between children, and what a typical daily schedule looks like. It's also worth asking about their communication style — do they use an app, daily sheets, or in-person check-ins to keep parents informed? On the practical side, ask about enrollment availability, waitlist timelines, tuition payment schedules, and their policy on sick days or closures. If you're considering a specific type of care, like a child care center versus a family daycare home, tailor your questions to that setting. For a full list of what to cover, check out our guide on questions to ask when touring a daycare center.

Daycare costs in Toughkenamon, PA vary depending on a number of factors, so it's difficult to give a single number that applies to every family. The type of care plays a big role — child care centers typically have different pricing structures than family daycare homes, which tend to be smaller and sometimes more affordable. Your child's age matters too, as infant care generally costs more due to the higher staff ratios required for younger children. The number of days per week, full-time versus part-time enrollment, and any additional services like meals, enrichment programs, or overnight care will all affect your monthly total. Location within PA is another factor — urban centers in Toughkenamon often see higher rates than suburban or rural providers. For a deeper breakdown of what drives daycare pricing and how to budget effectively, read our guide on the cost of daycare.

Families in Toughkenamon, PA can browse 0 daycare providers across a range of care types, making it easier to find the right fit for your child's age, your schedule, and your budget. Child care centers are larger, licensed facilities that typically serve multiple age groups and offer structured curricula — a good option for parents who value consistency and socialization. Family daycare homes operate out of a caregiver's residence with smaller group sizes, which can feel more nurturing and home-like for younger children. For parents of babies and young toddlers, infant daycare programs are specifically designed to meet the developmental needs of children under two. If your work schedule extends beyond standard hours, overnight daycare may be worth exploring for flexible or non-traditional coverage. Not sure if daycare is the right path at all? Our breakdown of nanny vs. daycare pros, cons, and cost can help you weigh your options.

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