Day care center · Oradell, NJ · reviewed since 2015
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%68+37.1Reliability 24%50+12.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%22+1.6Craft & service penalty97−0.3Experts Score= 65Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.65SCORE
BGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#21 of 37 child development centersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 44%
4.7★★★★★67 Google reviews · 11 photos
91%five-star reviews
4.78★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
8.7%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Sweet Peas Learning Center 4.7 out of 5 based on 67 reviews, with the owner not responding to any feedback. Positive comments frequently highlight staff attentiveness, daily app updates with photos and videos, and a clean, nurturing environment for early childhood development. Common activities include arts, dance, and field trips. However, low-star reviews describe concerns regarding safety, supervision, and alleged mistreatment, leading some families to withdraw their children.
Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 67 reviews (91% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 67 Google reviews (59 with written comments, 4 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
Most recent review: September 18, 2026.
Service: Child Development Center serving Oradell, New Jersey.
Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.
Score profile vs other child development centers
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.
Sweet Peas Learning CenterChild Development Centers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Sweet Peas Learning Center: 68/100 on this factor. Category median: 73.B
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ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Sweet Peas Learning Center: 50/100 on this factor. Category median: 62.C
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Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Sweet Peas Learning Center: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
97
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Sweet Peas Learning Center: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Sweet Peas Learning Center: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Sweet Peas Learning Center: 22/100 on this factor. Category median: 59.D
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Star ratings
67 Google reviews we collected
4.7of 5
5 stars6191%
4 stars11%
3 stars00%
2 stars23%
1 star34%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 59 written reviews
97%praise
Praise8497%
Complaints33%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price770%
Reasonable330%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude4653%
Would recommend2529%
Honesty & trust67%
Communication45%
Quality & results33%
Speed & response22%
Price & value11%
What customers talk about
We read 59 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“The staff are caring, attentive, and really understand how to work with toddlers.”
“I highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a beautiful, safe, and professional place for their child.”
“However, based on my personal experience, I definitely would not recommend this daycare for babies.”
“It’s clear that the teachers genuinely care about the kids and create a positive learning atmosphere.”
“She is great at communication when it comes to informing me about any concerns regarding my son.”
“The teachers do an amazing job with these babies/kids!”
“I had the experience with my older daughter she threw up in class, they immediately called me they changed her clothes washed her face hands everything!”
“I highly recommend this educational center to my friends and families looking for someone who is reliable, trustworthy and affordable!”
People customers mention
Lina12 reviews
Karen6 reviews
Karla4 reviews
Yolanda3 reviews
Natalia3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Sweet Peas Learning Center for 4 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
JorelieLocal Guide · 50 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★
Love the staff! They actually update the app throughout the day instead of just end of the day, unlike other daycares. The communication has been great. I appreciate how transparent they are.
They don’t wear outside shoes inside to keep the place clean. They’ll have guests wear shoe slip covers. We definitely…
Cassandra2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★
I highly recommend this school for young children. My son started when he was just two years old, and the progress he has made has been truly amazing. With the support, patience, and guidance of the teachers, he was able to develop skills much faster than we expected.
The staff are caring, attentive, and really…
Great priceField tripsEducational servicesRest period regulation
BrightLocal Guide · 10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★
My nephew went to this place and was amazing 💕 the girls was so kind and lovely 💕 thank you so much for take care of him 💐
Great price
D.6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★
I just want to thank the staff at Sweet Peas for caring for my Dominic for over 5 years! Dominic feels right at home and the staff make him feel like he belongs. A special thank you to Ms. Lina, Ms. Karen, Ms. Yolanda, Ms. Rose, and all the other wonderful staff!
Great priceField tripsService not listed
Rosnel11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★
Our family has had such a beautiful experience with this daycare. The staff is incredibly professional, caring, and attentive, and you can truly see how much they love and care for the children. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed and confident that our child was in a safe and nurturing environment.
The…
Great price
A2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★
Both my daughter and my son have attended this daycare, and I truly couldn’t be happier with our experience. The staff is incredibly sweet, caring, and attentive with the children. I’m very grateful for the love and support they’ve shown my kids. I highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a safe and nurturing place for their children.
I decided to withdraw my son because I did not feel comfortable with the quality of care he was receiving. I noticed a lack of appropriate stimulation and attention, as well as situations involving supervision that made me concerned for his safety.
I initially chose this daycare based on the positive reviews, and I understand that the experience may be different for older children and that the teachers in those classrooms may be wonderful. However, based on my personal experience, I definitely would not recommend this daycare for babies.
As a mother, I need to feel confident that my baby is in a safe, caring, attentive, and professional environment. Unfortunately, I did not feel that here.
I believe a daycare should provide an environment where children’s safety, well-being, development, and emotional needs are truly a priority. For that reason, I decided to look for another childcare option.
Services: Educational services
Age group: Infant (under 1 yrs)
Safety features: Locked entry
Jorelie Anne GuiraoLocal Guide · 50 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jorelie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Love the staff! They actually update the app throughout the day instead of just end of the day, unlike other daycares. The communication has been great. I appreciate how transparent they are.
They don’t wear outside shoes inside to keep the place clean. They’ll have guests wear shoe slip covers. We definitely appreciate that. You get not just photos, but videos too.
I love the events they do for each holiday. It’s been a great experience so far.
Cassandra Faelnar2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Cassandra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I highly recommend this school for young children. My son started when he was just two years old, and the progress he has made has been truly amazing. With the support, patience, and guidance of the teachers, he was able to develop skills much faster than we expected.
The staff are caring, attentive, and really understand how to work with toddlers. They create a safe and nurturing environment where children feel comfortable learning and growing. My son not only became more independent, but he also improved his ability to express himself and interact with others.
This school has played a big role in his early development, and I am very grateful for everything they have done. I would definitely recommend it to any parent looking for a place where their child can learn important life skills in a supportive setting.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Field trips, Educational services, Rest period regulation
Valeria Gutierrez2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Valeria has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I just want to thank the staff at Sweet Peas for caring for my Dominic for over 5 years! Dominic feels right at home and the staff make him feel like he belongs. A special thank you to Ms. Lina, Ms. Karen, Ms. Yolanda, Ms. Rose, and all the other wonderful staff!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Field trips, Service not listed
Rosnel Alfonso11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rosnel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our family has had such a beautiful experience with this daycare. The staff is incredibly professional, caring, and attentive, and you can truly see how much they love and care for the children. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed and confident that our child was in a safe and nurturing environment.
The facility is clean, well-organized, and very child-friendly, creating the perfect space for kids to learn, play, and grow. The teachers are patient and kind, and they always keep parents informed about the children’s activities and progress.
It gives me great peace of mind knowing my child is surrounded by people who are loving, responsible, and dedicated to early childhood development. I highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a beautiful, safe, and professional place for their child.
Both my daughter and my son have attended this daycare, and I truly couldn’t be happier with our experience. The staff is incredibly sweet, caring, and attentive with the children. I’m very grateful for the love and support they’ve shown my kids. I highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a safe and nurturing place for their children.
Thomas ObrienLocal Guide · 295 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Thomas has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My son TJ has been enrolled in sweet peas daycare for the last 2 years he really enjoys it .....the teachers work with him when he gets there from his preschool they play with him they work with him they help him to develop his skills more and more each day they interact with him and he enjoys the teachers and his other students and peers I'm so grateful that I have my son here at Sweet peas with the wonderful staff and look forward to him going for another year... Thank you sweet peas for taking care of my son much love
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Meal preparation
Renae BWatson3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Renae has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My son has been going here since he was two. He’s close to graduating and going to kindergarten. He loved all his teachers and he looked forward to going to school. They give homework which I appreciate it because it prepares him for real school. Also they are very inclusive for all holidays with themed parties. They are current on their app and I can see pictures of my son every day that he attended school. We will miss them when we graduate this year.
