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The Polka Dot Place
5.0
As most first-time parents I had my doubts and fears about leaving my precious one with "strangers". My fears were immediately put at ease during the tour by the owner's knowledge and passion for kids, the curriculum, and the cleanliness of the site!
I highly recommend this place!
- Zonke M
Princeton Community Family Learning Center
5.0
We enjoyed a delightful year with PCFLC. The teachers are loving, patient, caring, flexible and accommodating. The atmosphere is relaxed and easy-going. My daughters look forward to going to school and have developed new skills. They talk a lot about their activities and friends in school.
The...
- Shevi S
American Montessori School of Hillsborough
5.0
It is a great school. My son is four year old and he loves all teachers especially Mrs. Pallavi. She has great teaching style and very caring nature. She always tries to encourage all students to learn new things.
- Yogesh P
Little Friends Hamilton Day School
4.0
Great place, small class sizes and teachers who care! The toddler room is small with only 5 children at a time, so I always felt my child was properly cared for. The managers were very accommodating and the teachers friendly and caring!
- Amanda F
Preschools in Princeton, NJ
5.0
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I am a Princeton University Alumna with a degree in Cultural Anthropology and extensive coursework and training in early childhood development. I am the former owner of the legendary Tiger Hall Play Zone which used to be on 206 in the plaza with Mayflower Cleaners. It was a funky preschool and play...
5.0
"As most first-time parents I had my doubts and fears about leaving my precious one with "strangers". My fears were immediately put at ease during the tour by the owner's knowledge and passion for kids, the curriculum, and the cleanliness of the site!
I highly...
Zonke M
5.0
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Princeton Community Family Learning Center (PCFLC) is a small center with only 36 children total and 8 amazing teacher-caregivers. Nestled on the Princeton countryside near the Herrontown Woods, we are still only 2 miles from the Princeton University main gate. PCFLC is located on the grounds of the...
5.0
"We enjoyed a delightful year with PCFLC. The teachers are loving, patient, caring, flexible and accommodating. The atmosphere is relaxed and easy-going. My daughters look forward to going to school and have developed new skills. They talk a lot about their...
Shevi S
Greetings and thank you for viewing our post! We are a small, loving, licensed family-style preschool/daycare in Princeton, NJ located at All Saints' Church (about 2 and a 1/2 miles from the Princeton Univ. main gate). Our total enrollment is only 28 consisting of children ages 18 months old to 6...
Princeton Nursery School (PNS) is an educational preschool and child care facility for children between the ages of 2 and 5 years. Located at 78 Leigh Avenue , PNS is nestled in the heart of the John Witherspoon community of Princeton, Mercer County, NJ.
Celebrating 90 years of service to the...
Lakeview Child Center is a locally based daycare facility that offers full-time child care and early education programs designed for young children. Located at 707 Alexander Rd Ste 306, the company serves families living in the Princeton, NJ area. Lakeview Child Center can admit and handle 141...
French American School of Princeton in New Jersey 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.
We are a small, personalized center offering lots of flexibility, no contract, free hot lunch and diapering supplies. We run year-round and offer part and full-time programs both mornings and all day up to 11 hours daily including after-care where needed. We accept children beginning at age 18...
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The Princeton Nursery School is an educational facility that strives to provide quality preschool education and child care services for residents of Princeton, New Jersey and nearby communities. It offers a safe, stimulating and nurturing atmosphere that caters to the needs of children regardless of...
Nursery School is a reliable and cost-effective child care provider conveniently located at 59 Paul Robeson Pl, Princeton, NJ. Their care center aims to improve their students' literacy and numeracy through the use of structured activities such as play, songs, and story-telling.
PTS Dupree Center for Children is a licensed, Christian-centered child care and preschool conveniently located at 400 Emmons Dr, Princeton, NJ. Their center focuses on active learning in teaching and proactively involves their students by enabling exploration of experiences and events.
Gymboree Play & Music / Princeton: Princeton Forrestal Village
113 Rockingham Row, Princeton, NJ
Costimate: $345/wk
Gymboree Play & Music-Princeton Forrestal Village is a childcare company located in New Jersey committed to providing education programs that promote holistic child development, creativity, and self-confidence. The company admits infant, toddlers, and preschool children and provides them with an...
LEAP PRESCHOOL AND ENRICHMENT CENTER LLC in Princeton, NJ offers preschool education through their dedicated and passionate teachers who promote student success. They teach the kids with the necessary reasoning and problem-solving skills for them to be ready for the future. They provide leadership...
Cherry Hill Nursery School is a nurturing environment which helps preschool age children grow. We acknowledge the differences in each child and offer fun learning opportunities for all! Cherry Hill teachers are experienced, professional educators. Our classrooms are spacious and bright. We offer...
YWCA Princeton's Child Development Center is a state of New Jersey licensed program for children from eight weeks to six years of age. Program runs Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM, Year-Round. The school The Creative Curriculum, an award-winning and research-based curriculum that focuses on...
Mary Dietrich Co-Op is a day care establishment on 61 Nassau St, Princeton, NJ that maintains a safe, secure, and comfortable facility. Their child care center operates on regular school days and is registered with the state of New Jersey to provide child care services.
Joan Levin School of ECC offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 435 Nassau St, the company serves families living in the Princeton, NJ area. Joan Levin School of ECC has served the community since they opened in 2011.
5.0
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A wonderful state-licensed Montessori preschool, conveniently located in Hillsborough, close to towns of Bridgewater, Somerville, Manville, Somerset, Bound Brook and Belle Mead. Call to schedule a tour.
We accept students aged 18 months through 6 years old. We are open from 7 am to 6:30 pm....
5.0
"My two sons have been going to this school since Fall and I am so impressed with all the things they are learning in school. My 3 year old was telling me how magnets attract metals because his teacher showed him an experiment in school and my 5 year old has...
Anthony A
4.0
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We are a licensed child care center serving preschool aged children 18 months old through Kindergarten, operating year-round of full and half day classes during the school year. Our Kindergarten program has a cut off date of December 31st! We also offer an exciting, enjoyable, and interactive camp...
4.0
"Great place, small class sizes and teachers who care! The toddler room is small with only 5 children at a time, so I always felt my child was properly cared for. The managers were very accommodating and the teachers friendly and caring!"
Amanda F
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Princeton, NJ
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Princeton, NJ?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Princeton, NJ. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Princeton, NJ for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Princeton, NJ?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Princeton, NJ, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Princeton, NJ.
How can I find a preschool near me in Princeton, NJ?
When looking for a preschool near you in Princeton, NJ on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Princeton, NJ who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.