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After School Programs in Garfield, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed after school programs

Lollipop Early Learning

I am a very hard on critic when it comes to letting my little one be with anyone. It's hard to function not knowing if you can really trust...

- Jane

PARK PREP ACADEMY

Don't hesitate on PPA! They are one of the best pre-schools around for the following reasons: 1. The teachers at PPA have an outstanding...

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Lovin' Arms Family Daycare, Inc.

To tell others that aer looking for a safe place for their young child to attend

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Lollipop Early Learning

590 W 172nd St New York, NY

5.0(1)
Welcome Parents! My name is Euredice and I am the founder and the director of Lollipop Early Learning. I would like to thank you for considering my program for your child care needs. At Lollipop Early Learning, we take the child's learning and safety seriously. Like you, we want the best for your child, and we are committed...

Jane says "I am a very hard on critic when it comes to letting my little one be with anyone. It's hard to function not knowing if you can really trust a daycare provider...

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PARK PREP ACADEMY

519 CENTRAL AVE JERSEY CITY, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Greetings from Park Prep Academy! We are a family-owned and operated preschool igniting curiosity and fostering a love of learning amongst our students utilizing the Bank Street's Developmental-Interaction approach. For nearly 18 years, Park Prep Academy has proven to be one of the premier preschools in Hudson County valuing...

Care Member says "Don't hesitate on PPA! They are one of the best pre-schools around for the following reasons: 1. The teachers at PPA have an outstanding care for their...

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Lovin' Arms Family Daycare, Inc.

35 North 4th Street Paterson, NJ

5.0(6)
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Preschool
We are a 5days a week full-time day care with over fifteen years experience providing top quality child care for your sons or daughters. We provide a positive and safe learning environment that offers a fun and stimulating place for your child to learn to grow socially and fundamentally. CPR Certified Indoor and...

Care Member says "To tell others that aer looking for a safe place for their young child to attend"

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PRECIOUS JEWELS INFANT AND TODDLER CHILDCARE CENTER LLC

100 BLOOMFIELD AVE MONTCLAIR, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
+ 1 more

Jessica C. says "Precious Jewels is a family atmosphere, our daughter has been attending since she was 3 months old. Now at 15 months old she can sing her ABC’s, count to...

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THE MEDICAL CENTER NURSERY SCHOOL

60 HAVEN AVE NEW YORK, NY

4.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$3000/mo
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
The Medical Center Nursery School is an independent, not-for-profit early childhood center located on the campus of Columbia University Medical School in Washington Heights. The school is committed to the value of play in the lives of young children. We offer half, extended and full day programs for children ages 2 - 5 years...

Sarah .. says "We started right before the pandemic so the fall of 19. I have 2 kids that attend. I absolutely love the school. Trisha has a really special quality of...

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HANDS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE INC.

263 W 153RD ST NEW YORK, NY

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$200/mo
International
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
+ 3 more
We are a community-based organization that is licensed by Office of Children and Family Services and monitored by Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. We are located in Central Harlem, offering homework help, music, stem activities, arts and crafts and so much more. We work closely with the parents to address the needs of...

Linda X. says "I have enjoyed my child's academic progress with math and reading since he has been attending there."

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Think Learn Create Academy

36A E MIDLAND AVE PARAMUS, NJ

5.0(7)

State license verified

starting at
$1400/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool
+ 1 more
Think Learn Create Academy is a childcare center founded by educators and mothers who have decades worth of experience in education. We strive to provide a world class education that will set the course for not only academic success but for social emotional growth as well. Our learning center is committed to providing children...

Care Member says "I can’t say enough good things about Think Learn Create Academy! From the moment we first walked through the doors, we were met with a warm, welcoming...

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Divino Nino Child Care Center

120 VERMILYEA AVE APT A1 RM A01 NEW YORK, NY

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic

Samily T. says "I've known Carmen for the last 11 years. I refer many people to her. My kids love her with all their heart. I'm blessed to have her in my life, a very...

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LITTLE SCHOLAR NURSERY SCHOOL

444 UNION AVE BELLEVILLE, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Montessori
Day Care
+ 3 more
At Little Scholar... It is very important to provide children with a safe nurturing environment in which they can learn and succeed in life. At Little Scholar we strive to do just that. Our preschool has been providing early childhood services in Belleville/Nutley since 1978. Combined the staff at Little Scholar has over...

Anita C. says "Very caring staff members and teachers! They are also very good with communication."

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Little Tykes Preschool & Day Care Center

84 84 CORABELLE AVE LODI, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$265/mo
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
+ 2 more
Little Tykes Preschool & Day Care is located in Lodi, NJ and has been family operated since 1996. For over 26 years, we have provided quality and affordable preschool and day care services.

elena R. says "we are very happy with this school and we recommend them to everyone"

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Lightbridge Academy of Wayne

1329 Hamburg Turnpike WAYNE, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Reggio emilia
Child care
+ 2 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...

Care Member says "Amazing facility! The teachers and ALL staff are extremely caring. My child is smiling at drop off and pick up - and that's what matters the most. "

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The Lewis Chatman Academy

1 MARKET ST PATERSON, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
International
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
+ 2 more
The Lewis Chatman Academy is a new age nonprofit Child Care Center in Paterson, NJ. We are committed to the entire family. Our goal is to educate the family as well as the children through various programs and adult classes. The Lewis Chatman Academy uses creative curriculum along with TLCA specialized curriculum for our...

Emma S. says "They have great communication skills with the parents, They work well with my child. I havent had any issues with this center since my little one has been...

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James, Yvonne

179 BENNETT AVE APT 8G NEW YORK, NY

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$350/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
In-Home daycare

Diana .. says "The providers are very caring and loving, and they have a great schedule of activities for the kids. The home setting feels like two large living rooms,...

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THE WONDER YEARS

255 CENTRAL AVE JERSEY CITY, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$100/mo
Child care
Preschool
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THE MONTESSORI HOUSE SCHOOL

426 KNICKERBOCKER RD TENAFLY, NJ

State license verified

Montessori
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
OPENINGS ONLY FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2023-24, STARTING SEPTEMBER 2023. ....... Our students love learning and go on to succeed in grade school, and in life, as independent, adaptive self-starters. The Montessori House School offers children a remarkable learning experience based on Maria Montessori’s insights and materials....
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Prime Time Child Care Center- Paramus

MackCali Centre II Paramus, NJ

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Preschool
In 1982, Rochelle Ricci Wasserman and her husband Joel Wasserman established Prime Time Early Learning Centers as a comprehensive child care program designed to nurture and educate young children from infancy through school age. Prime Time offers a comprehensive extended day program, a full-day preschool, before-and...
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Reina Care

1312 Fair Lawn Ave Fair Lawn, NJ

I have taught in NJ schools K-2 because I love children. After raising my own 2 sons, this became my career. I prefer to care for kids inter own home. My last long-term job involved 3 children: 12/ 11 and 4. Providing meals, I drove them to school, picked them up, cared for 4 year-old 12 hours/day. I was also able to do family...
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Cadence Academy Preschool - CLOSED

20 HACKENSACK ST E RUTHERFORD, NJ

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children. Now...
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KIDZ LEARNING CENTER

5108 COLUMBIA AVE NORTH BERGEN, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$180/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
"Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment where children can grow, learn, and develop their full potential. We are committed to fostering a love of learning through creative activities, personalized care, and strong partnerships with families. Our goal is to support each child’s emotional, social,...
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Early Learning Center

737 RIVER RD NEW MILFORD, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$1320/mo
International
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
+ 4 more
New Milford Early Leaning Center and Daycare is small and family oriented center. After much research, ELC has used Learning Without Tears and Handwriting Without Tears curriculum, a holistic, child-centered program that offers age-appropriate, hands-on learning experiences for our students. Our goal is to guide children...
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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Garfield, NJ

After-school programs near you in Garfield, 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 Garfield, 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 Garfield, 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 Garfield, 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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