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Find Trusted After School Programs Near Me in Plainfield, NJ

We have 60 after school programs in Plainfield, NJ! Compare and find the best after school program to fit your needs.

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Al & Jean's Tiny Tot Academy

110 Watchung Ave Plainfield, NJ

< 1 mi

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Al and Jean's Tiny Tot Academy located at 110 Watchung Avenue, Plainfield, New Jersey, offers childcare and learning services. The school operates from six-thirty AM to six-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. If offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks.
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Children's Den Family Daycare

609 West 8th Street Plainfield, NJ

5.0(2)

< 1 mi

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 PM We also offer before and after school care Summer Camp daycare Program I also have special night time and weekend hours for parents who don't have regular 9-5 schedule Nutritious meals are provided Our Curriculum includes: Circle time, reading French and Spanish immersion Small group activities, music &amp; movement Zumba class, dramatic play Arts &amp; Crafts, Gardening and Science Potty training Large backyard, Sprinklers fun, lots of games and fun. Our basic rate is $160 a week. Email or call Elisabeth to take a tour and to enroll your child (ren) today!

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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Family And Community Engagement Corp/Police Athletic League of Plainfield, NJ

1366 Milton Place Plainfield, NJ

1 mi

The Family And Community Engagement Corp is a 501(c)(3) Tax Exempt youth organization seeking partnerships, sponsorships and direct financial assistance from public and private donors. Our goal is one of a substantial impact on student achievement, health, family involvement and socio-economic success. Through partnerships with businesses, school districts and other entities, we provide children with consistent guidance, mentoring and other meaningful experiences. Our academic, fitness, dance, music, mentoring, and other programs are designed to benefit youth in local communities, including specialized training for certain populations, according to need. We seek support to help provide reasonably priced and free classes for families. Our current programs include Martial Arts, Group Fitness, Guitar, Academic Support, and Mentoring with Track and Fishing clubs starting soon. We work well to help keep families involved in positive activity...together. It's family bonding at its best! Please note that we do have a great record of success in supporting individuals with special needs and serving very young children as well as senior citizens. Originally the &quot;Police Activity League&quot; of Plainfield, New Jersey and affiliated with National Police Athletic/Activity League for many years, FACE Corp now mainly operates from The Goshu-Kwan Family Martial Arts studio in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. Our long-range goal is to grow into a more diverse entity with tutoring, computers, counseling, bowling, boating, more team sports, and other great programs, at various locations and in many towns. Please consider partnering and/or lending support to our worthy cause of personal and community development. We provide assembly programs and other presentations for schools and organizations, as well as after-school and summer classes and we offer group discounts. We assist low-income families on an as-needed basis. All Donations are tax deductible. Please consider us a partner in your community and educational work and support the &quot;FACE Corp&quot; mission if you can, and as soon and often as you can.
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STEP ONE ACADEMY LLC

233 E 5TH ST PLAINFIELD, NJ

1 mi

starting at
$800/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
We are a family-owned daycare business that strive to provide quality childcare for our parents while providing each child educational fun and learning experiences as if they were our own family.
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STEP ONE ACADEMY

222 E 5TH ST PLAINFIELD, NJ

1 mi

starting at
$800/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
We are a family-owned daycare business that strive to provide quality childcare for our parents while providing each child educational fun and learning experiences as if they were our own family.
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KINGDOM KIDZ ACADEMY OF PISCATAWAY, LLC

600 ROOSEVELT AVE PISCATAWAY, NJ

5.0(3)

7 mi

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 environment where children can flourish. Our commitment to faith-based values and a holistic approach to early childhood education sets us apart, as we aim to instill a lifelong love for learning while nurturing every child in our care. Our mission is to provide quality childcare programs that help children grow and develop children in various areas, including physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual well-being. Through a supportive and nurturing atmosphere, we aim to inspire children to embrance their unique gifts. We are excited about our curriculum and classroom enhancement that give children an opportunity to learn and develop in different stages, whether it's our Infants, Toddlers or Perk or before and after school. Our vision is to provide a stimulating and exciting environment where children grow in knowledge and character, fostering a strong foundation for their future.

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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CORNERSTONE SCHOOL OF SUMMIT

561 SPRINGFIELD AVE SUMMIT, NJ

5.0(2)

7 mi

starting at
$1161/mo
Preschool
Our mission is to promote the development of children through a play-based curriculum that ignites curiosity, inspires creativity, and promotes character. We are committed to strengthening families by offering opportunities for discussions, parenting and child development workshops, and social events where parents and children can connect with other members of the community.

Nicole W. says "We have been a family of Cornerstone School since 2020 and all our of children have been students there. We have been very happy with the education that...

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START-RITE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

9 STELTON RD PISCATAWAY, NJ

4.7(3)

4 mi

International
Cooperative
Academic
Reggio emilia
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- - -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 fun special activities planned for the summer such as water play, a traveling zoo, the fun bus, Geebo the Clown, and the Bubble Guy are all scheduled to come between now and August.

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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Home Away From Home

51 Prospect Ave Edison, NJ

5.0(9)

8 mi

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 glowing references from all parents along the way. My promise to all parents whose children I care for is that I will care for your child as if they were my own; I know no other way. At the end of each day, you will go home with a detailed list of what and when they ate and took naps. My working hours are 8 am - 6 pm; however, I am willing to extend that occasionally for $10/hour, when the need arises. For the last 2 years I have cared full-time for a now 2 year old, and recently welcomed his brother into our group when he was only 8 weeks old. (Note: I also cared for their older brothers, who are now 8 and 6, for 2 years when they were similar ages). The 3rd child I care for is a 2 1/2 year old girl, who comes to me 1 - 3 varying days each week. Therefore, I have 1 - 2 openings. My weekly rates are $275 full-time for infants on bottle/baby food (which you provide) and $300 full-time for toddlers and older (includes breakfast, lunch, snack and all milk). Daily rates are $60 for infants and $65 for toddlers and older (food as detailed above). I will not care for more than 4/5 children at one time, with the exception of a 4 year old who I watch during the school year from 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm. I look forward to welcoming your child into our Home Away From Home.

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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Haynes Preparatory School

140 FRONT ST S PLAINFIELD, NJ

5.0(1)

4 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
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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 childhood education for children ages 2.5 years to school age and our planned activities for age-appropriate growth and development are always guided. Inside and out, our childcare program is designed for a positive experience for a child and parent alike. We are dedicated to providing the best care for your child while encouraging an environment filled with fun and education. We offer early childhood education for children ages 3 to school age. HIGHLIGHTS/QUICK FACTS: - Fantastic Enrichment Programming - Safe & Secure - Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum - Qualified, Caring, and Experienced Staff

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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Lightbridge Academy of Edison

8 Jane Place EDISON, NJ

4 mi

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Reggio emilia
Day Care
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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 childcare experience. We play a transformative role in the lives of families and we take this very seriously. Our proprietary early childhood education curriculum impacts the "whole" child in a multitude of ways. Throughout our years of operation, we continue to uphold our Core Values, while surrounding the children and communities we serve with love, guidance, and inspiration. Our state-of-the-art child care center provides a professional yet nurturing home-away-from-home environment where you and your child will feel comfortable. We can’t wait for you to become a part of our family! Contact us for special drop in rates!
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The Learning Experience at Somerset

12 Cedar Grove Lane FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ

8 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Families choose The Learning Experience at Somerset because it has served the community with distinction since 2004 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 comprehensive health and safety protocols, as well as its experienced, well-trained staff dedicated to each age group. Clear, consistent communication with families and competitive tuition—including corporate partnership discounts—make it a trusted, high-quality choice for early childhood education.
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Little Friends of Chatham

322 Main St. Chatham, NJ

7 mi

Child care
Preschool
Little Friends of Chatham (formerly Little Friends Day School) is a daycare and preschool servicing children ages 6 weeks to 6 years of age. Full-time and part-time scheduling is available. We pride ourselves on being extremely flexible with scheduling. We are open from 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. with extended hours to 7:00 p.m. for an additional fee. Little Friends offers a comprehensive preschool curriculum and different enrichment activities. We are a year round school offering a fun summer camp program. Little Friends has a &quot;Drop-In&quot; program. The drop-in schedule is based on availability and advanced notice is strongly suggested. We also have a Saturday Night Babysitting service from 6:30-11:00 p.m. Any registered family is eligible to use this service. Reservations are required.
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Savannah's Playhouse

550 HOES LN PISCATAWAY, NJ

7 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Preschool
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 child’s growth and development. In this idea, we have envisioned a team effort with our children, parents and staff to make each moment a special journey. We promote cognitive development, healthy overall physical wellness, computer literacy, creative artistic and musical expression, as well as core academic literacies (math, science, language). ​Located in Piscataway, NJ, just minutes from Rutgers University, we offer affordable rates and convenience of location. We do accept families with child care subsidies. Contact us about corporate discounts and free income based tuition.
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A Touch Of Heaven Child Care Llc

1206 E SAINT GEORGES AVE LINDEN, NJ

8 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Faith based
Child care
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We are a Faith based Christian childcare center established in 2009 as a home base business, and in 2022, we were blessed to expand into a childcare facility in the city of Linden, NJ. We are a friendly, safe environment with an experienced, educated childcare team that operates in the spirit of excellence and integrity. We understand that every child is unique in their own way and should be handled with care. It is our duty and responsibility to make sure that your precious children’s safety and well-being are our first priority.
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Guidepost Montessori at Somerset

121 PIERCE ST SOMERSET, NJ

8 mi

Montessori
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support, intentional hands-on learning materials, and the freedom children need to reach their highest potential. Guidepost at Somerset is conveniently located on Pierce Street right next to the Hilton Homewood Suites Somerset, and offers programs for children between 6 weeks and 6 years old. At Guidepost, we create an experience tailored to parent needs. We offer year-round, extended-day programming, all-inclusive pricing, regular photo and video updates, and access to a growing network of over 120 locations across the globe.
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Bamboo Shoots Immersion School

836 Mountain Ave Westfield, NJ

5 mi

Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
International
Academic
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Bamboo Shoots Giving our children the advantage of a second language. We provide a progressive, multicultural education that is ideal for preparing our children, tomorrow's leaders, for an international future. We offer a Bilingual environment in Mandarin Chinese, Spanish and English which provides an accelerated, activity-based curriculum for children ages birth to 2nd grade. We provide a variety of innovative, language immersion school experiences for our youngest learners. Children spend their day immersed in rich vocabulary and academic curriculum where bilingual education materials are presented in a fun and engaging way. Our Teachers Our certified teachers optimize a diverse learning environment and implement a custom-tailored curriculum using a hands-on approach. They combine both individual as well as group learning activities throughout children's busy day. They are passionate and committed to ensuring your child will be safe, nurtured and cared for every day. At school children are routinely encouraged to engage in interest-led play that makes learning a meaningful and authentic experience. Our Classrooms A peaceful environment lies at the core of our classrooms. They provide our children with plenty of opportunities for hands on learning, creative play, imagination and socialization. Children spend their day in a mix of individual and group activities. Each day includes time for open ended learning experiences such as art, music &amp; movement, story time and language. Activities such as the rice table, art studio, dress up, imaginative play and yoga not only build concentration and focus, they're fun too. Sample Daily Schedule 7:00 Early Bird Drop Off 9:00 Morning Music Class- Piano 9:30 Circle Time - Morning Meeting 10:00 Snack Time, Socialization 10:30 Specials- (Language, Science, Around the World, Yoga) 11:30 Art Studio 12:15 Lunch / Clean Up 12:40 Nap (ages 1.5 to 3) 2:30 Sensory Centers - Story-time 2:40 Computers 3:15 Closing Circle 3:30 After School Activities Safety &amp; Security We take very seriously the well-being of your child and work hard to provide an optimal and healthy environment. To ensure the safety, security, and well being of the children in our care, we have detailed procedures and policies in place. These procedures are periodically reviewed and updated to ensure they reflect the most current safety and security practices. Our belief is that you can never be too careful when caring for children.
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Primrose School of North Edison

23 Nevsky Street Edison, NJ

5 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
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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 Happy Hearts. Primrose School of North Edison offers childcare and preschool programs for infants to kindergarten as well as before / after school care and Summer Adventure Club for elementary school age children. We hold ourselves to high standards of safety and cleanliness while maintaining a caring and nurturing environment where children can thrive.
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Little Honors

510 HAMILTON ST SOMERSET, NJ

10 mi

starting at
$1240/mo
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Special needs
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
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We provide quality early childhood program situated in a brand new facility built in 2020. We serve children ages 0-13 years old, infant toddler, preschool, before and after school program. We provide nutritious free meals, breakfast, lunch and snack, participating in CACFP program. We provide Developmental Screening, Assessment for learning, lesson plans that nurture children's developments both in physical and academics in a warm and caring environment. We are dedicated to prepare children for school readiness by developing individualized learning opportunities utilizing Creative Curriculum.
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Precious Little Butterflies

2050 Woodbridge Avenue EDISON, NJ

9 mi

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 safety and emotional well-being come first. Our highly experienced and CPR-certified staff are trained to provide nurturing care and developmentally appropriate learning every day. We follow the research-based HighScope Curriculum, which encourages active learning, independence, and school readiness in a fun and engaging way. We are committed to helping children grow socially, emotionally, and academically in a setting that feels like a second home. Come see the difference a warm, high-quality program can make for your little one!

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

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Recent after school program reviews from local parents in Plainfield, NJ

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

Children's Den Family Daycare

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...

- Melissa W

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.

- Care member

CORNERSTONE SCHOOL OF SUMMIT

We have been a family of Cornerstone School since 2020 and all our of children have been students there. We have been very happy with the...

- Nicole W.

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

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