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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

CRADLES TO CRAYONS LEARNING CENTER, LLC.

The kids are on track or above average for their age group with what they learn there. My child started Kindergarten and was learning what...

- Brittnie H.

Somerset Hills Montessori School

The student to teacher ratio is great! I love how they are very much academically focused rather than an abundance of play time. By age 3...

- Lynn L.

PRECIOUS MOMENTS ACADEMY

I wished they had a larger backyard area. However, the facility is great and the staff is awesome. They are always coming up with new things...

- Angela B.

After School Programs Near Plainfield

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Guidepost Montessori at Somerset

121 PIERCE ST SOMERSET, NJ

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Day Care
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...
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Bamboo Shoots Immersion School

836 Mountain Ave Westfield, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
+ 5 more
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,...
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Primrose School of North Edison

23 Nevsky Street Edison, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 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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Little Honors

510 HAMILTON ST SOMERSET, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$1240/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
+ 2 more
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,...
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HudsonWay Immersion School

49 Bebout Avenue Stirling, NJ

Academic
Preschool
As a leading Mandarin and Spanish immersion school located in NJ and NYC, HudsonWay Immersion School (HWIS) is recognized as one of the best trilingual schools in the region. The prestigious educational institution serves children aged 2 through Grade 8. We offer day school immersion in Mandarin and Spanish as well as offer...
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WOODBRIDGE CHILD CARE CENTER

238 AVENEL ST AVENEL, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$290/mo
Child care
Avenel Early Learning offers a NJ licensed program that warm, engaging environment grounded in the research-based, Creative Curriculum and enrolled in Grow New Jersey Kids. Families value our qualified, caring staff, swim opportunities, and hands-on learning experiences. With affordable pricing and a focus on safety and growth,...
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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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The Children's Corner

45 Church St Liberty Corner, NJ

1.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
+ 1 more
The Children's Corner is a non-profit Learning Center under the sponsorship of Liberty Corner Presbyterian Church (LCPC) as part of the mission of the church through and on the behalf of our Lord Jesus. The Children s Corner is dedicated to meeting the spiritual, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical needs of children in...
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Santa Fe Childcare Center

1496 SPRINGFIELD AVE NEW PROVIDNCE, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$1575/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
Santa Fe Centers offers educational childcare on an acre of land where kids can run, play, learn and love every minute of just being a kid.
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THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE BRIDGEWATER

1940 ROUTE 22 BOUND BROOK, NJ

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
At The Learning Experience, children at our preschool in Bound Brook, NJ follow our proprietary L.E.A.P.® Curriculum, featuring hands‑on activities that nurture intellectual, social, and cognitive skills so every child can learn, play and grow. Engaging TLE® learning characters appear in every lesson, turning abstract ideas...
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Brainiacs Child Care Center

2147 SPRINGFIELD AVE VAUXHALL, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Day Care
+ 1 more
Brainiac’s Childcare and Learning Center is an education facility specializing in quality early childhood education and experiences. We are a community of compassionate instructors and active parents working together to build a strong educational foundation for all children.
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Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
+ 4 more

Brittnie H. says "The kids are on track or above average for their age group with what they learn there. My child started Kindergarten and was learning what they had...

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Somerset Hills Montessori School

173 MADISONVILLE RD BASKING RIDGE, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Day Care
Child care

Lynn L. says "The student to teacher ratio is great! I love how they are very much academically focused rather than an abundance of play time. By age 3 they are pushing...

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PRECIOUS MOMENTS ACADEMY

358 NORTH AVE DUNELLEN, NJ

4.0(5)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
International
Preschool
+ 2 more
Precious Moments Academy has been a staple in our community for 30 years. Our goal is to provide a high quality early childhood program allowing children the ability to build independence, and creativity through a safe and nurturing environment. Our diverse classrooms help each child develop confidence and a positive sense of...

Angela B. says "I wished they had a larger backyard area. However, the facility is great and the staff is awesome. They are always coming up with new things to do with...

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LONG HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL

158 CENTRAL AVE STIRLING, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1140/mo
Academic
Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Long Hill Montessori School prepares children for lifetime learning and success in today's world. We are committed to the development of the whole child based on the Montessori philosophy of education and human development.

Danielle H. says "All 4 of my children have gone through their program. It's a family environment and warm, wonderful, inviting teachers. "

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Giggles Family Child Care

653 Grove Ave Edison, NJ

4.0(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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Brainiac's Child Care

2147 Springfield Ave Vauxhall, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Brainiac s Childcare Center and Learning Center is an early education facility that focuses on nurturing and developing a strong educational foundation for all children! Our staff provides daily opportunities for children to experiment, explore and thrive, both socially and intellectually. To complement our academic program, we...

Shawn-dneise T. says "Come join the Experience......Brainiacs is the PLACE...... where children get the Joy of Learning........."

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Kingdom Kidz Academy LLC

24 BAIER AVE SOMERSET, NJ

4.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$225/mo
Day Care
Child care
Kingdom Kidz is a safe environment we're kids will learn, grow and have the best experience. Our facilities offer bright classrooms and a private playground. Our staff takes state courses and CPR and first aid certified.

Lajoyce H. says "We love it here. They have a strong curriculum and the teachers are amazing! "

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Chatham Day School Inc

700 Shunpike Rd Chatham Twp, NJ

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Chatham Day School Incorporated located at 700 Shunpike Road, Chatham, New Jersey, offers childcare and learning services. The school operates from six-thirty AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs,...
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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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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.

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