
Mission Statement
LEARn - LAUGH - LOVE
Dana's Daycare mission is to provide a nurturing and safe environment where children can explore, learn, and grow. We are dedicated to fostering each child's individuality and creativity while promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development. Our passionate team of educators works collaboratively with families to ensure that every child feels valued and supported on their unique journey. Together, we aim to inspire a lifelong love of learning in every child.

what our clients say
My daughter has been at L&L for one year now. It was a hard decision to put her in a daycare setting. When she arrived there she was nearly non-verbal. She would probably say just 1-4 words clearly and with ease. I was a bit hesitant to tell them this but I did because with my daughter came speech therapy through Early Intervention.
Not overnight, not even right away but now 1 year later my daughter speaks her mind. She is very vocal and on target with her age group. She counts, sings, expresses herself and is a generally happy kid.
I count my blessing that L&L is:
1. Staffed with competent and compassionate instructors
2. Close by
3. Affordable
It is not all rainbows and sunshine at L&L but it a very safe and caring environment that I entrust with my daughters safety and education.
And Ms. Dana quickly responds to any email you send. Ms. Indy WORKS that front desk and Ms. Patty is wonderful.
--Jamiliah M.
This is an amazing place to take your children. The staff is amazing and they truly care about your children. They provide breakfast, lunch, and two snacks per day. We love it here! It feels like the children are being dropped off to a family member.
-Lady N.
My son has been a student at Dana's Daycare since he was four months old. He sees the staff as part of our extended family and the care and love that they provide are exceptional. He loves seeing his teachers and friends every day and I am confident knowing that he is loved, cared for and challenged with the curriculum. I love getting updates on the app (pictures, videos and a recap of what he is eating) as well as being able to communicate with his teachers and the front office staff for any issues or updates. Pricing is also fair and I appreciate that they offer a cash discount.
-Leslie B.
Simply the Best! I love all the teachers, director and owner. They will become a second family to you and your children.
-Samantha P.
I put my kids there my daughter was happy and popular Everytime she come home she be like mom everybody knows me and my son was so happy Everytime they come back I love Danna daycare.
-Anyelz Guzman
Taking care of our children is the most important thing, which is why our family is grateful to Dana's Daycare for making my niece feel at home, providing love and affection in a welcoming environment. The experience has been excellent.
-Diony Gomez
A friend recommended Dana’s Daycare to us and it has certainly been the best decision we made. My niece has a lot of fun with the caregivers and her friends and my sister feels calm and confident with them taking care of her. We recommend Danna's services 100%.
-Melany Sanchez
For the past two years, our family has trusted Dana's with the care of our younger two sons, and it's been an outstanding experience. The center treats our kids like family, fostering a warm and welcoming environment. The teachers have formed genuine connections with our children, making them feel comfortable and valued. What sets this daycare apart is not just the quality of care but also the exceptional responsiveness to our questions and concerns. The communication is excellent, providing us with updates and addressing any issues promptly. If you're looking for a daycare where your children are treated with love, care, and a personal touch, this is the place. Our family is grateful for the positive impact this center has had on our children's early years. Highly recommended!
-Carlos MIranda
My daughter comes to this daycare since she was 3 months old and now she is 2. Miss Dana and the employees are so sweet and charismatic and I blindly trust them when it comes to taking care of my daughter. I could not have found a better daycare. My daughter loves going to daycare. She loves her teachers ☺️
-Ashley Batista
The arrival of a grandchild is a wonderful event in our lives, so it is a very important decision to choose a place to care for them. I want to express as a grandmother. My thanks to Dana's Daycare for the care and love they give to my granddaughter. It has been a beautiful experience because it combines teaching with a family and welcoming environment because my daughter feels happy, comfortable and safe.
-Adriana Ortega
Hello , My name is Orlando , my daughter Gabriella has being going to the Daycare for some time now and I am honestly very happy with there services . Such a friendly environment , there great with the kids and my daughter loves coming here . I would recommend them 100% to anyone that has plans for there child to start daycare :)
-Orlando Ortiz
My son always wants to go to Dana’s Day care. He loves it so I go to work happy because I know am leaving my son in good hands. No complaints! I will recommend to any one The day care! Wonderful staff!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
-Laritza E.
The staff is wonderful! Such as Mrs.Indy and Mrs. Francesca .The staff show that they are very caring for the kids . My son has attended this daycare since he was about maybe 6months and he is now 2 years old! Even though he cry’s when he gets dropped off I always come pick him up and he has a smile on his face and shows me what he did during the day such as his paintings or letters he learned or his coloring! I also noticed he learns a lot while being there because he surprises me at home with words or letters or sounds he learns at school! Even songs ! I Definitely recommended them to my friends ! Which they also now take their kids to. If you ever have questions or concerns they are quick to help you and give you answers and that is amazing! My Son will definitely attend Pre-K here.Overall Thank you Dana daycare for the best experience.
-Kimberly Diaz
never sent my child to a daycare center until now. My son has been attending Dana’s Daycare for about 4 months. It was a transition, let me tell ya! But thankfully every staff member there was a EXCELLENT help. Extremely understanding. Friendly. Would make me feel so at ease knowing my son was well taken care of with a great group of people while I’m at work. They’ll send images of your child throughout the day. Which is a PLUS!!! Hands on work with the children. Activities. They’ll keep you updated on any thing that’s upcoming and new. You can call or email for questions or concerns and someone will respond! My son has been doing excellent now. Making great friends. Spending great days while being here. A huge thank you to the staff.
-Shelyn Santiago
My daughter just started at Learning and Laughter about 6 weeks ago and we couldn't be more pleased with the experience. My husband and I are very flexible and understood the Covid changes as is expected but we have been kept in the loop of all changes. Ms. Abi (my daughter's instructor) is amazing, they have a full curriculum of sensory activities and hands-on fun. It's not just a daycare center. They even recently updated the furniture in her room which was a plus and of course, the park across the street is my favorite part. Ms. Indy and the team are very upbeat and I truly feel at home and extremely comfortable sending my daughter here, as I am watching her grow and develop with the help of Learning and Laugher.
-Casandra C.
My 5 year old has been going to learning and laughter on and off for about 3 years! Is a second home to him! Dana and the whole staff are amazing with the kids! I truly love them! They provide that peace of mind parents look for in a daycare! 😊😊😊
-Otilla Espino
My daughters are going to Dana’s daycare. My one years old is so different since she is in the daycare. She is more sociable and more independent.Now she is saying the numbers1 to 10 in English and Spanish and she is trying to read books. She knows to sing a lot of song like the wheels on the bus, happy birthday, head and shoulder. Every day she came with something new. My eight years old she loves to be there. She has a lot friends. She likes to go everyday because they do a lot activities with them. The staff is amazing they know how to try your kids, they try them like family. I live and work in Passaic, but I travel everyday because I feel so safe with them.
-Sairi P.
We have actually had a chance to see the growth of this daycare and it's only gotten better with time. We first had our now 12 year old come to this daycare and have now come back for our 2 & 3 yr old because we know it to be excellent and feel safe and comfortable in bringing our children here again. I say growth to allude mostly to its interior but its reliability and quality with the staff has still maintained its above and beyond standard. So I'm glad we were able to once again come to this daycare and have the peace of mind with our children. Thanks.
-Peter Faya
Dana’s daycare has become my second family. I been with them for many years now and have no complaints. The staff is professional, lovely and overall they have treated my children as their own. I cannot thank them enough for always going above and beyond for my children and always listening to our concerns if any. My kids that left there still ask to come in with me to pick up their brother just so they can hug and say hi to their old teachers. I would recommend this daycare to everyone.
-Jasmine O.
Our Story
Dana's Daycare was established on April 1st, 2008. At the time the center was licensed for 56 children. Seventeen years and two additions later, the center now has the capacity to care for 114 children. Although the center is now a bit larger, it still has that small center feel, where you enter a stranger and leave as family.