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After School Programs in Piscataway, NJ are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed after school programs

KINGDOM KIDZ ACADEMY OF PISCATAWAY, LLC

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

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START-RITE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

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...

- Danielle B.

Edison Family Child Care

Highly recommend Edison Family Child care. Dimple took excellent care of our two gals who started from Kindergarten and Elementary ages. She...

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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
Preschool
Child care
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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light bridge academy

80 Kingsbridge Rd Piscataway, NJ

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Rainbow Academy Associates located at 80 Kingsbridge Road, Piscataway, New Jersey, offers childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school operates from nine AM to...
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Light Bridge Academy

600 Roosevelt Ave Piscataway, NJ

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Rainbow Academy Child Care Center located at 600 Roosevelt Avenue, Piscataway, New Jersey, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven AM to six-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school...
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START-RITE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

9 STELTON RD PISCATAWAY, NJ

4.0(3)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
International
Reggio emilia
Preschool
+ 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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Start-Rite Nursery School

9 Stelton Rd Piscataway, NJ

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
A state-of-the-art early childhood development center, day care/nursery school caring for children 6 weeks to 6 years of age in a nurturing, loving environment. Home away from home! Start-Rite Nursery School and Kindergarten has been serving families in the Middlesex County area since 1952. We offer the best quality education...
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Savannah's Playhouse

550 HOES LN PISCATAWAY, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Savannah’s Playhouse was built with the idea of creating a safe place filled with adventure and learning. We have founded a center surrounded by loving and caring people – a place home away from home. A place where each child’s individual needs are important and met. A dwelling in which you can play an active role in your...
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Edison Family Child Care

11 Cypress Ct EDISON, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$950/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Edison Family Child Care is a warm, home-based childcare in North Edison, NJ. I accept children 1–5 yrs and offer flexible scheduling to fit the needs of working families including-full-time, part-time, before & after school care, Spring & Summer Camp. Small group sizes mean your child is never just a number-they get the...

Care Member says "Highly recommend Edison Family Child care. Dimple took excellent care of our two gals who started from Kindergarten and Elementary ages. She took care...

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The Learning Experience

3754 Route 1 North MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
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...

Care Member says "All the teachers are so caring of all the children and really work with families to provide the best care. The staff really make it easy to drop off my...

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Kids 'R' Kids North Brunswick

55 FIDELITY PLZ N BRUNSWICK, NJ

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1591/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 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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Precious Moments Academy

358 north avenue DUNELLEN, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1100/mo
International
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
+ 1 more
At Precious Moments Academy, we believe each child has the potential to bring something unique and special into the world. By having a respectful and caring bond with the student and the family, we as a facility can create a strong foundation for a wonderful early childhood experience for our students. Through active...

Marie O. says "They recently started implementing a curriculum, and while I am not yet fully familiar with it, I would love to see it continue to expand. Other than that,...

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Haynes Preparatory School

140 FRONT ST S PLAINFIELD, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1300/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 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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THE SAPLING SCHOOL

3080 NJ-27 KENDALL PARK, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1364/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
Preschool
Day 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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I CAN KIDS CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER

806 US HIGHWAY 1 EDISON, NJ

5.0(11)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
+ 3 more
I Can Kids Childcare Center is locally and independently owned and operated childcare center in Edison offering quality Early Childhood Education (Infant to Kindergarten) with an excellent well-rounded curriculum in our 5,000+ sq ft facility. The facility includes an on-site kitchen so hot lunches can be served at no extra...

Care Member says "Here’s a cleaner, concise version: I highly recommend this day care to any parent seeking a reliable and caring staff. We were very happy with the time...

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The Learning Experience - East Brunswick

405 STATE ROUTE 18 EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
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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Lightbridge Academy of Warren, NJ

181 MOUNT BETHEL RD WARREN, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 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 "Lightbridge staff is very caring, and they have a very enriching curriculum for kid's daily activities. They offer a very nurturing environment for the...

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Precious Little Butterflies

2050 Woodbridge Avenue EDISON, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1328/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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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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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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Blooming Hearts Child Development Center, Inc

313 TRIANGLE RD HILLSBOROUGH, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Special needs
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
+ 3 more
Children learn through play at Blooming Hearts Child development Center in Hillsborough. We provide children with one of the most stimulating, hands-on, learning experiences possible.

Timea K. says "I have my two girls attending, one is 3 and the other is 4 years old and they've been there since 2020. The teachers are great and we bring their own food...

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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
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 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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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Piscataway, NJ

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