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After School Programs in Edison, NJ are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed after school programs

Home Away From Home

Eileen watched two of our children in our home a couple years ago. The youngest was 2 and the oldest was 5. She'd watch the 2 year old all...

- Caroline W.

Giggles Family Child Care

My daughter is going here from last six months. I needed a playgroup plus pre-school learning experience for my LO and that exactly I found...

- Tanu V.

Precious Little Butterflies

The teachers are very attentive to the needs of the kids.

- Fatmata X.

After School Programs Near Edison

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Lightbridge Academy of Edison

8 Jane Place EDISON, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Kindergarten
+ 3 more
Lightbridge Academy is the Solution for Working Families®, providing a safe, nurturing, educational environment for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool children. We welcome everyone in our community to be a part of our unique Circle of Care, where we transform the lives of children and their families by offering excellence in the...
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Primrose School of North Edison

23 Nevsky Street Edison, NJ

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
Preschool
+ 1 more
Primrose is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational childcare experience. As the leader in Educational Child Care, we partner with parents to help children build the right foundation for future learning and life. Our goal is to help children have fun while building Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and...
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Ken Shirk Child Care Center

445 Old Post Road Edison, NJ

Ken Shirk Child Care Center is an early childhood facility in New Jersey that offers NAEYC-accredited programs for children, ages 18 months to 5 years old. The company offers child care and early education programs for toddlers, preschoolers, and prekindergarten children. The company also provides before and after-school...
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Home Away From Home

51 Prospect Ave Edison, NJ

5.0(9)
I offer a Home Away From Home for your child. I am a mom of four myself (ages 15 - 21) and all children I care for become part of our family, even long after I stop caring for them on a regular basis. I have over 30 years experience caring for children other then my own, the last 6 years of which have been full-time. I have...

Caroline W. says "Eileen watched two of our children in our home a couple years ago. The youngest was 2 and the oldest was 5. She'd watch the 2 year old all day and get...

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A Plus Child Care

131 Halimin Rd Edison, NJ

A+ Child Care is an in-home day care with two qualified and experience employees relocating to its new area of Edison, New Jersey. We provide the best quality care to every child in an appropriate area for children to play and learn. I have experience in tutoring and child care for almost 10 years. We offer full-time &...
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Giggles Family Child Care

653 Grove Ave Edison, NJ

4.8(4)
In-Home Day Care & Enrichment Program (Licensed Family child care) Are you looking for a small family home daycare filled with big adventures for your child? Then this is the right place for your child. In-home day care we provide safe, happy and healthy preschool type environment where your child will participate in planned...

Tanu V. says "My daughter is going here from last six months. I needed a playgroup plus pre-school learning experience for my LO and that exactly I found here & am very...

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Little Flower Montessori School LLC

6 Kilmer Rd Ste O Edison, NJ

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
In-Home daycare
Little Flower Montessori School LLC provides a school environment suited for children three years up to six years old. It strives to help children reach their fullest potential and develop a love of learning. It offers Montessori-based programs that promote every child's physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development....
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Precious Little Butterflies

2050 Woodbridge Avenue EDISON, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$1185/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Precious Butterflies Child Care is a licensed early learning center proudly enrolled in Grow NJ Kids, New Jersey’s quality rating and improvement system. We are a small, close-knit school that offers a safe, clean, and loving environment where your child can thrive. At Precious Butterflies, we understand that your child’s...

Fatmata X. says "The teachers are very attentive to the needs of the kids."

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LITTLE FLOWER MONTESSORI SCHOOL

2 KILMER RD EDISON, NJ

State license verified

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
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Haynes Preparatory School

140 FRONT ST S PLAINFIELD, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Preschool
+ 1 more
Welcome to Haynes Prep School, a quality learning center located in South Plainfield, New Jersey - a truly new, innovative and affordable concept in childcare and preschool education. We are dedicated to providing the best care for your child while encouraging an environment filled with fun and education. We offer early...

Jennifer K. says "Our son has been enrolled there since September and we are very very pleased! we are both educators so we had high expectations going in and have been...

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LITTLE EARTH SHEPHERDS PRESCHOOL

367 CRANBURY RD E BRUNSWICK, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$624/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Little Earth Shepherds Preschool/Daycare offers small class sizes to ensure your child is receiving a more individualized approach to their start in education. We prioritize fine and gross motor development and enstill the importance of social-emotional learning throughout each classroom!

Stephanie D. says "They are really nurturing. The staff is great. Our child has grown so much there."

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Kiddy Campus Learning Center

1709 US-130 NORTH BRUNSWICK TOWNSHIP, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1400/mo
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Academic
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
+ 4 more
Your child deserves the best education they can receive at such a young age. Trusting us with your child’s growth will be your greatest ally as your child prepares to enter the world. No matter what comes, we guarantee to put our best self forth for your child and everything that they can achieve. There’s no place like home and...

JoAnna U. says "They are very, very loving and caring. My daughter has been going there for about 2 years now and she loves it there. They are really wonderful!"

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The Learning Experience - East Brunswick

405 STATE ROUTE 18 EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
The Learning Experience – East Brunswick offers safe and joyful daycare and preschool for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Conveniently located near Route 18 and Brunswick Square Mall, our center serves families in East Brunswick, South River, and Spotswood. Our all-inclusive L.E.A.P. Curriculum combines hands-on exploration...

Care Member says "TLE gives me complete peace of mind. The staff is warm, patient, and truly loving. The curriculum is excellent and keeps my two little’s learning at...

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Children's Den Family Daycare

609 West 8th Street Plainfield, NJ

5.0(2)
Children's Den Day Care is a full time family childcare provider in Plainfield. We have been caring for children for over 15 years. We are dedicated to provide quality childcare in a fun, safe, clean and home-based environment. We offer: Full time program for children of all ages Weekly family childcare from 7:30 AM- 6:00...

Melissa W says "The house is big with plenty of room for the kids to play and also clean and well maintained. It's a safe and fun place to be. Plus the rate is really not...

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START-RITE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

9 STELTON RD PISCATAWAY, NJ

4.7(3)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Reggio emilia
International
Kindergarten
+ 2 more
- - -A home away from home -Most classes are no bigger than 8 children -Research Based State Approved Curriculum -Music Together (Internationally Renowned Music Program) is included in the Tuition -Certified Teachers -School is Professionally Cleaned Daily -We also offer language, and zumba classes -Lots of...

Danielle B. says "We loved it while our kids were there. The school is well kept and maintained and is always up to code. they use creative curriculum for the kids. The...

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Kiddie Kingdom Child Care & Learning Center, Inc.

2190 US-130 N NORTH BRUNSWICK TOWNSHIP, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1270/mo
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Preschool
+ 1 more
Kiddie Kingdom is a family owned and operated business. We are currently celebrating our 25th anniversary. Jennifer Trimpert and Karen Klemas created the school to care for children from 0-13yrs. We have five classrooms, and our average class size is 12-15 students. Our priority is bringing you quality, as well as individual...

KYLIAH W. says "I travel a 1 hour and 13 mins to get to them I have three little ones in there, They are amazing it is a lot of love there they are good people. She cares...

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The Learning Experience

3754 Route 1 North MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Families choose The Learning Experience at Monmouth Junction because it has served the community with distinction since 2012 and delivers an award-winning L.E.A.P. curriculum that nurtures the whole child through academic, social, and cognitive learning. Parents value the center’s safe and secure environment supported by...

Amanda C. says "They are fantastic! I’ve never had to worry about whether my child was getting enrichment or being kept safe. They truly love her and take such great care...

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KINGDOM KIDZ ACADEMY OF PISCATAWAY, LLC

600 ROOSEVELT AVE PISCATAWAY, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Child care
Preschool
Kingdom Kidz Academy of Piscataway LLC is a Christian-based childcare center that offers on atmosphere to inspire children while developing cognitive skills, knowledge, and the motivation to increase positive interpersonal relationships. We are a dedicated team of compassionate educators who believe in creating a nurturing...

Care Member says "Four of my boys attended kingdoms kids they all loved it. Very clean class rooms. Loving staff. Amazing summer programs."

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THE SAPLING SCHOOL

3080 NJ-27 KENDALL PARK, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1191/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
+ 1 more
The Sapling School is a child care provider having locations in Kendall Park and Fair Lawn, New Jersey, for children from infancy to five years of age. Our kindergarten school provides personalized attention for each child to achieve his or her maximum learning potential. With more than 15 years of experience, our trained staff...

Bethany F. says " They are very attentive and reassuring. They do many activates and now my baby is writing and ready for kindergarten"

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Kids 'R' Kids North Brunswick

55 FIDELITY PLZ N BRUNSWICK, NJ

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1591/mo
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Preschool
+ 1 more

Glennie F. says "Kids 'R' Kids North BrunswickI can't say anything but positive things about this daycare… for me it is the best and most complete in the area. I say this...

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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Edison, NJ

After-school programs near you in Edison, NJ vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.

After school programs near you in Edison, NJ provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.

Depending on the program, activities in Edison, NJ may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.

To find a good after school program near you in Edison, NJ, look no further than Care.com. You can use Care.com to compare the profiles of different after school programs in your area, including how much they cost.

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