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We have 59 after school programs in Stirling, NJ! Compare and find the best after school program to fit your needs.

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Lightbridge Academy of Edison

8 Jane Place EDISON, NJ

8 mi

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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Start-Rite Nursery School

9 Stelton Rd Piscataway, NJ

9 mi

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 in a home like environment at affordable prices. We operate year round providing full and half day programs. Safety Your child's safety is our number one priority. We have a state of the art monitored security and fire alarm systems. Class Schedules Start-Rite will continue to be open 12 months a year, offering 2, 3, and 5 half as well as full-day programs for all classes. The curriculum will continue to include activities that foster academic, social and physical development. Extended Care Program For parents desiring or needing more than our all day program, we offer early morning care starting at 7am and an afternoon extended care program from 3:30pm to 6:00pm. Children attending the half day sessions may join their class during their lunch period. For the time being, due to Covid-19 restrictions, please call us at (732) 968-2152 or email us to schedule tours.
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Preschool
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The Learning Experience at Somerset

12 Cedar Grove Lane FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ

10 mi

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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Bamboo Shoots Immersion School

836 Mountain Ave Westfield, NJ

8 mi

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 & 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 & 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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Little Friends of Chatham

322 Main St. Chatham, NJ

5 mi

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 "Drop-In" 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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Lightbridge Academy of Warren

181 MOUNT BETHEL RD WARREN, NJ

3 mi

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!
Developmental (play-based)
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Santa Fe Childcare Center

1496 SPRINGFIELD AVE NEW PROVIDNCE, NJ

5 mi

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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Reggio emilia
Preschool
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STEP ONE ACADEMY

222 E 5TH ST PLAINFIELD, NJ

5 mi

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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Preschool
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Savannah's Playhouse

550 HOES LN PISCATAWAY, NJ

10 mi

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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Giggles Family Child Care

4.0(4)

9 mi

653 Grove Ave Edison, NJ

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 activities and educational program that will enhance their intellectual abilities and self-esteem. About Us: - Certified Montessori teacher - CPR & First Aid Certified - Experience in babysitting at my home where kids can have lot of fun in learning and playing. - Experience handling group of 5 children between age groups 6 month to 5 years (Max. 5 children allowed for a batch) - Experience teaching children between 2 to 5 years (Montessori method) - Languages Spoken ( English, Hindi, Punjabi, Marathi) - Before and after care is available for school kids. - Preschool Program with learning activities which includes circle time, story time, arts and crafts, and music. - We provide a creative, safe and educational environment that nurtures and supports every child. - Huge play yard with swing/slides for kids. - Time: Monday to Friday (8:00 am to 6:00 pm) - References are available.

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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PRECIOUS MOMENTS ACADEMY

4.0(5)

6 mi

358 NORTH AVE DUNELLEN, NJ

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 themselves and the world around them. With healthy children interaction and socialization your child will feel at home. Precious Moments Academy provides an interactive environment for infants at 6 weeks old through 5 years old. We also provide before and after care where we work with our kids and assist them with their educational needs.

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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The London Day School

5.0(1)

9 mi

10 Ridgedale Avenue Florham Park, NJ

The London Day School is a premier, private educational and enrichment academy offering half, extended and full day Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K and Full-Day Kindergarten programs for children ages 2 to 6 years of age. The Mission of The London Day School (LDS) is to provide a focus on the superior enrichment and education of the young child. Our exceptional program provides a unique academic curriculum, that fundamentally challenges, and engages our young students, and is dedicated to enrichment, education, nurturing and social awareness.

A. P says "Exceptional program that provides a truly wonderful preschool experience. Beautiful, warm school with the best teaching staff."

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Somerset Hills Montessori School

5.0(3)

4 mi

173 MADISONVILLE RD BASKING RIDGE, NJ

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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CRADLES TO CRAYONS LEARNING CENTER, LLC.

5.0(4)

7 mi

932 SOUTH AVE W WESTFIELD, NJ

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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Van Holten Before & After School

360 Van Holten Rd Bridgewater, NJ

9 mi

Van Holten Before & After School is an early education provider that offers early learning and enrichment programs designed for school-age children. The company operates Mondays through Sundays and is open from 7:15 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Van Holten Before & After School can accommodate a total of 122 students.
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After School Technology Club LLC

30 Carmine St Chatham, NJ

5 mi

After School Technology Club LLC offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 30 Carmine St, the company serves families living in the Chatham, NJ area. After School Technology Club LLC has served the community since they opened in 2012.
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Chatham Day School Inc

700 Shunpike Rd Chatham Twp, NJ

5 mi

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, including summer camps and winter breaks.
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Prime Time

11 Springfield Ave Cranford, NJ

10 mi

Prime Time located at 11 Springfield Avenue, Cranford, New Jersey, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven 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, including summer camps and winter breaks.
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More After School Inc

213 S Scotch Plains Ave Westfield, NJ

8 mi

More After School Inc offers an after-school program for children of all ages in a safe and secure environment. It provides recreational activities that help enhance children's social skills and abilities. The center aims to utilize children's after-school time meaningfully.
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Light Bridge Academy

600 Roosevelt Ave Piscataway, NJ

9 mi

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 programs, including summer camps and winter breaks.
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Recent after school program reviews from local parents in Stirling, NJ

After School Programs in Stirling, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 59 listed after school programs

Giggles Family Child Care

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...

- Tanu V.

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.

The London Day School

Exceptional program that provides a truly wonderful preschool experience. Beautiful, warm school with the best teaching staff.

- A. P

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

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