Best Daycares in Chester, PA
Looking for daycares in Chester? Below you'll find 10 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.
What they do: Daycare centers for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Check the center's Pennsylvania DHS certification and Keystone STARS rating, and ask about staff-to-child ratios.
This guide lists 10 daycares in and around Chester, spread across 1 ZIP code. 2 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 1 links to its own website. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 10 Daycares in Chester
Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.
1 Apple Pie Christian Academy
- Address 18 East 8th Street, Chester, PA 19013
- Phone (610) 447-1222
- Website applepiecares.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 6:30 AM-6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 6:30 AM-6:30 PM |
| Wed | 6:30 AM-6:30 PM |
| Thu | 6:30 AM-6:30 PM |
| Fri | 6:30 AM-6:30 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
2 Lil' Darlings III
- Address 1609 West 9th Street, Chester, PA 19013
- Phone (610) 874-4698
How to choose daycares in Chester
- For child care, check certification on Pennsylvania's DHS Child Care Provider Search and the Keystone STARS rating.
- Visit in person and watch how staff interact with the children.
- Ask about staff-to-child ratios, background checks and first aid training. Pennsylvania requires clearances for anyone working with children.
- Check the pickup policies, schedule flexibility and the full cost, including registration fees.
- Talk to other parents in Chester about their experience.
Local tips for Chester
Many services for Chester residents come from neighboring Delaware County towns such as Brookhaven, Ridley and Media, as well as from Philadelphia.
SEPTA's Wilmington/Newark regional rail line stops in Chester, which makes it easy to reach businesses in Philadelphia without a car.
Chester is in Delaware County, and local phone numbers use the 610 and 484 area codes. Popular areas include Downtown, Waterfront, Highland Gardens, Sun Hill, Toby Farms, Eastside, Westgate Hill.
Frequently asked questions
Which areas of Chester do these daycares cover?
The daycares on this list are located in ZIP codes 19013. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.
How do I check a daycare's record in Pennsylvania?
Use the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Care Provider Search to see a provider's certification, inspection results and Keystone STARS level.
What clearances do child care workers need in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania requires a PA State Police criminal record check, a Child Abuse History clearance and an FBI fingerprint check for people who work with children.
Is there help paying for child care in Chester?
Pennsylvania's Child Care Works program helps eligible families pay for child care, and Pre-K Counts offers free pre-kindergarten to eligible 3- and 4-year-olds.
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