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1.LITTLE EXPLORERS NURSERY SCHOOL AND DAYCARE CENTER

331 NY 32 North NEW PALTZ, NY

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2 mi

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At Little Explorers, we believe that childhood should be filled with discovery, joy, and meaningful hands-on experiences. Designed as a safe, play-based learning environment, our center gives children the freedom to explore, create, and build problem-solving skills at their own natural pace. Our curriculum emphasizes active discovery and child-led inquiry. Classrooms are curated with open-ended play stations, sensory activities, and interactive materials that foster critical thinking and…
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Care Member says "We absolutely love this daycare! The staff is caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in the children. From the moment you walk in, you can tell that the kids are loved, supported, and treated like family. Communication with parents is great, and I always feel comfortable knowing my child is in such good hands. The environment is welcoming, fun, and provides so many opportunities for the children to learn, grow, and socialize. I’m so thankful to have found a daycare where I…
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2.Cinnamon Tree Children's Center

3 FREEDOM PLAINS RD PLEASANT VALLEY, NY

14 mi

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\About Cinnamon Tree Children’s Center in Pleasant Valley, NY The Cinnamon Tree Children’s Center provides a safe, nurturing environment where children from 2 months to 13 years old can explore, learn, and thrive. We celebrate individuality, empower decision-making, and foster positive relationships with peers and adults. Parents are integral to our community, and we value their input and participation. At Cinnamon Tree, every experience is an opportunity for growth and success. *We are now…
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Preschool
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3.ROSE HILL MANOR DAY SCHOOL

1064 WOLCOTT AVE BEACON, NY

18 mi

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At Rose Hill Manor, whether your child attends our Beacon or Highland location, our programs have been carefully designed to enable each child to develop a sense of positive self confidence, a sense of caring toward others, and a love of learning. Our goals are focused on the needs and expectations of parents and strive to compliment the family structure. In warm, nurturing environments, our trained staff is prepared to meet the needs of each child with creative, age-appropriate activities and…

Available now until 5:30 PM today

4.Cinnamon Tree Children's Center

2287 NY-52 HOPEWELL JUNCTION, NY

19 mi

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About Cinnamon Tree Children’s Center in Hopewell Junction, NY The Cinnamon Tree Children’s Center provides a safe, nurturing environment where children from 2 months to 13 years old can explore, learn, and thrive. We celebrate individuality, empower decision-making, and foster positive relationships with peers and adults. Parents are integral to our community, and we value their input and participation. At Cinnamon Tree, every experience is an opportunity for growth and success. *We are…
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Preschool

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5.Agri-Business Child Development

355 Route 32 North New Paltz, NY

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Agri-Business Child Development (ABCD), founded in 1946, is committed to providing the highest quality early childhood education and social services to farm worker and other eligible families across New York State. Children, eight weeks old through school age, benefit from the culturally and linguistically diverse programming recognized nationally as a hallmark of Agri-Business Child Development.
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Special needs
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6.STEPPING STONES AT THE PARK

30 PARK LN HIGHLAND, NY

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Lindsay M. says "I think they have been wonderful. Kind, caring & compassionate. My son loves going. "

7.Little Explorers Nursery & Daycare Center New Paltz

331 NY-32 N NEW PALTZ, NY

2 mi

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8.Little Explorers Nursery & Daycare Center Highland

437 NEW PALTZ RD HIGHLAND, NY

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3 mi

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Ashley C. says "I’ve been with Little Explorers since my daughter was two. She is now school aged. I couldn’t be happier with the care and love provided by the staff. I always feel that my child is safe and cared for as one of the staff’s own. I feel that the center is extremely clean and organized. They have effective communication with parents. I am a teacher, so I take education and childcare very seriously and I really have no complaints. I would give Little Explorers the highest…
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9.Growing Circle Montessori

2256 US-44 GARDINER, NY

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7 mi

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Growing Circle Montessori is guided by Maria Montessori's philosophy that all children are unique, curious about their world, and born with a desire to learn. Our bright, clean and beautiful early childhood classroom is designed for the needs and interests of the young child. With dedicated and experienced teachers to guide children toward independence, respect for self, others, and the environment, children look forward to attending school and being part of the community. Our structured…
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Heather K. says "I would give Growing Circle a solid five (out of five). It is an amazing program, amazing staff and amazing director. I have tried many of the other local daycare centers and programs and we absolutely love Growing Circle Montessori. The staff is gentle, polite, kind, interested in my children. We have been using Growing Circle since 2019, 4 years now. I can’t say enough good things! "

10.The Kiddos Palace

Street POUGHKEEPSIE, NY

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7 mi

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The Kiddos Palace is a licensed home-based family daycare. A home away from home. Open enrollment is available. We provide a SAFE, COZY & FUN environment where your child can learn and play in the palace. We offer services such as Full day for Infants, Toddlers, School-Aged children & Afterschool care. ​We are able to give more one-on-one bonding time because we're a much smaller family. We love and give nourishment to the children as if they are our own.​​ The Kiddos Palace mission is to let…
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Care Member says "My daughter attended the kiddos place and she loved it. Cen took care of my little one as if it was her own child. I was very thankful about the food that was given to the kids throughout the day, the care and learning cen provided to them each day . The expectations were above and beyond . I highly recommend this childcare to anyone. Leaving our little ones is hard but cen is someone to trust wirh no doubt. "
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Academic

11.COMMUNITY FAMILY DEVELOPMENT, INC. NORTH SITE

269 MILL ST POUGHKEEPSIE, NY

8 mi

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Community Family Development’s mission is to provide child care services and developmentally appropriate early childhood and youth programs, in a diverse and caring environment that promotes the growth and development of the children we serve, and offers support, encouragement, and assistance to their families.

12.Cedar Tree Day Care

87 Overocker Road Poughkeepsie, NY

8 mi

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Cedar Tree is an award-winning day care located in the Town of Poughkeepsie. We have been offering quality child care to the families of Dutchess County since 1992. We are your affordable option to full-service child care. We are a licensed day care in good standing with the Child and Family Service of New York State. Cedar Tree recognizes that everyone's child care needs are unique. To that end, we offer a variety of different solutions to meet your budget and work schedule. We are open…

13.Wee Play Children's Center

13 Hook Rd Poughkeepsie, NY

8 mi

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&quot;Wee Play, We Sing, We Dance, We Walk, We Read, We Build, We Paint, We Laugh, We Learn, Wee Play&quot; We offer full day, year round care for Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Pre-K, and before and after care for Kindergarten. Our education based programs will encourage your child's social, emotional and physical growth and development. Wholesome meals and snacks are provided each day. Our staff is fully qualified with early childhood degrees and backgrounds. Our teachers are creative,…
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Preschool

14.Creative Scholars K-prep

6 Boxwood Court Poughkeepsie, NY

8 mi

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As a dedicated preschool teacher with 12+ years of experience and a CDA credential, I'm passionate about providing a nurturing environment that fosters social, emotional, and cognitive growth in young children. At Creative Scholars K-Prep, our mission is to help your child develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed through a play-based approach with the Creative Curriculum and Handwriting Without Tears. We achieve this through a balanced approach of teacher-directed and…

15.Kinderhaus Montessori School

17 Crum Elbow Rd Hyde Park, NY

9 mi

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Come discover what Kinderhaus families have already found! A safe and nurturing environment that fosters creativity, independence and a life long love of learning! Kinderhaus adheres strictly to Montessori Method and philosophy and all teachers are experienced and certified. Schedule a tour today! 845-229-4668
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Kindergarten
Preschool
Montessori

16.The Little Rascals Home Daycare

5 Walker Road Poughkeepsie, NY

11 mi

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17.Tiny Dreamers

475 Noxon Rd Poughkeepsie, NY

11 mi

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ABOUT US... The Tiny Dreamers Early Learning Academy is a New York State Registered Family Daycare. At Tiny Dreamers children can play and learn in a safe and caring environment. With a low caregiver to child ratio, you can be sure that your child will receive the quality individual attention they need. Established with the understanding that busy parents want to know how their little ones are doing, we utilize apps and other forms of media that keeps parents up to date with…

18.Honey Bee Child Care

2 FAITH CIRCLE Poughkeepsie, NY

11 mi

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Child Care Center located in Town of Poughkeepsie servicing children from ages 2months-12yrs old. Quality Care at affordable prices! Infant Program Toddler Program Preschool Program Kindergarten Readiness Program School Age Program
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Academic

19.Dreamland Daycare Services LLC

733 Freedom Plains Road Poughkeepsie, NY

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11 mi

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Grand Opening Specials including Lock in Rates!! Exp. March 31, 2016. The daycare experience that every parent and child &quot;dreams&quot; about! Daycare Services for 3, 4 and 5 year old kids.
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Julianne I. says "Dreamland is WONDERFUL. My child has been enrolled since an infant and we are very please with the care we receive from them. They are very caring and super clean. Would definitely recommend!"
Preschool
Child care
Developmental (play-based)

20.J.A.C.E. Daycare & Early Learning Program

1574 US-9 WAPPINGERS FALLS, NY

13 mi

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Jace Daycare And Early Learning Program is a Child Care center in WAPPINGERS FALLS, NY. They offer Cpr training, Early childhood education (ece), First aid training, Child care center/day care center, Day care center, Preschool (or nursery school or pre-k), After school programs, Before school programs, Meals provided, Summer care, Summer care / camp.

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LITTLE EXPLORERS NURSERY SCHOOL AND DAYCARE CENTER

We absolutely love this daycare! The staff is caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in the children. From the moment you walk in, you…

- Care member

STEPPING STONES AT THE PARK

I think they have been wonderful. Kind, caring & compassionate. My son loves going.

- Lindsay M.

Little Explorers Nursery & Daycare Center Highland

I’ve been with Little Explorers since my daughter was two. She is now school aged. I couldn’t be happier with the care and love provided…

- Ashley C.

FAQs for finding after school programs near you in New Paltz, NY

After-school programs near you in New Paltz, NY 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 New Paltz, NY 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 New Paltz, NY 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.

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