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Find Trusted After School Programs Near Me in Watchung, NJ

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

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The Giving Nest Watchung

225 Mountain Blvd Watchung, NJ

< 1 mi

Preschool
Child care
The Giving Nest Watchung is an educational daycare located in Watchung, New Jersey. It serves children two and a half years old up to four years old. It strives to provide children with a fun-filled early childhood experiences. The school offers full and half-day classes full of playing, socializing, exploring, and learning. Additionally, it provides extended care.
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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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Lightbridge Academy of Warren, NJ

181 MOUNT BETHEL RD WARREN, NJ

5.0(1)

3 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Preschool
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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!

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)

9 mi

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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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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KINGDOM KIDZ ACADEMY OF PISCATAWAY, LLC

600 ROOSEVELT AVE PISCATAWAY, NJ

5.0(3)

6 mi

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 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)

8 mi

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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Saplings Academy

37 Jones Avenue New Brunswick, NJ

5.0(2)

10 mi

Academic
International
Preschool
Kindergarten
Saplings Academy is a private in-home preschool that strives to meet the needs of students who are ready for a more rigorous academic setting. We seek to work with students who are ready to move forward in their education, but are held back by the school cut off dates which prevents the students from moving forward. We offer internationally acclaimed curriculum and the chance for students to interact with students from all around the world. Our goal is to give students a well-rounded education that is tailored to their current needs. We seek to challenge and help them grow socially, physically, and academically in a small group setting. In addition to our preschool program, Saplings also offers English after school programs for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade. For our Kindergarten program we use an internationally acclaimed phonics program paired with sight word practice to have students reading and writing in no time. Our elementary program focuses on reading comprehension, grammar, and writing. Each month, the students will work through a reading study, have grammar lessons, and do various writings that follow the writing process. We also will be offering PARCC test preparation for grades 3-5 starting in January. Our teacher is a K-6 certified teacher and has been teaching English and Early childhood for the past 5 year overseas and in the states. She seeks to engage and challenge students in the class in a comfortable setting where learning can flourish.

Althea H. says "Emily has tutored my daughter for 2 years (1st and 2nd grade). We hired Emily because our child was struggling with reading, and she has since been on the...

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START-RITE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

9 STELTON RD PISCATAWAY, NJ

4.0(3)

4 mi

Reggio emilia
Academic
International
Cooperative
Preschool
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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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Joan's Child Care Services

634 Raymond St. Westfield, NJ

4.0(7)

6 mi

Our home has a brand new playroom with a beautiful view of the garden. Large windows help us be a part of the outside even on cold winter days. The new playroom is for younger children birth through 3 years old. We also have another playroom for older children ages 4 to 10. We have a reference library and appropriate books for all ages and all subjects. We are understanding of parents who experience traffic problems. The cost per day covers 7:15 am - 6:15 pm. After 6:15 pm, there will be an additional charge per hour. Our outside play yard is pictured. We have bikes for all ages, toy cars to ride, two castles, and a log cabin. For the older children, we have skates, a play house (pictured) and all types of materials for arts and crafts. I taught and studied arts and crafts most of my life. In the summer we have 2 pools, one for small children and one for the older children. We take walks to the park and can drive children to school and pick-up from school or after-school programs. We serve breakfast - you bring lunch - we will prepare anything if you don't have the time. Additional cost for lunch and dinner.

Na says "We visited a number of family style child cares and found Joan's Child Care is way the best. The environment is clean, neat, safe, warm, bright and spacious....

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Haynes Preparatory School

140 FRONT ST S PLAINFIELD, NJ

5.0(1)

4 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Preschool
Child care
Day Care
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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Power Training Center, Kwon's Tae Kwon Do

69 Mine Brook Rd Bernardsville, NJ

10 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
after school teach or office work
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Little Friends of Chatham

322 Main St. Chatham, NJ

7 mi

Preschool
Child care
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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Primrose School of North Edison

23 Nevsky Street Edison, NJ

6 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
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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Lightbridge Academy of Edison

8 Jane Place EDISON, NJ

5 mi

Reggio emilia
Academic
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
+3 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 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 Children's Corner

45 Church St Liberty Corner, NJ

1.0(1)

7 mi

Faith based
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
Child care
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 the community in a kind and loving Christian atmosphere. We strive to build each child s self-esteem while fostering respect for peers and adults. The preschool experience is a first step in a long education process. We endeavor to make it as happy and stress-free as possible. Both our traditional nursery school and day care programs provide experiences that nurture pre-academic readiness skills. Individual assessment allows the staff to identify each child s strengths and needs. Cognitive materials are presented at a rate commensurate with each child s ability. The after-school program is a non-academic, structured, activity-based program that provides a secure environment for children of working parents. Age-appropriate activities include games, creative projects, physical activity and music. TCC is not only a caring center for children, but a learning center too and our staff is dedicated to providing a rich learning experience in a fun and exciting way! TCC has full and half day programs for Infants through Kindergarten Prep. The school also offers a summer camp and an after-school program for students in Kindergarten through fifth grade.
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A Touch Of Heaven Child Care Llc

1206 E SAINT GEORGES AVE LINDEN, NJ

9 mi

Faith based
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Day Care
Child care
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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Little Honors

510 HAMILTON ST SOMERSET, NJ

9 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
+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, 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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Guidepost Montessori at Somerset

121 PIERCE ST SOMERSET, NJ

8 mi

Montessori
Child care
Preschool
Day Care
Kindergarten
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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Lightbridge Academy of Warren

181 MOUNT BETHEL RD WARREN, NJ

3 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Preschool
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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!
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Recent after school program reviews from local parents in Watchung, NJ

After School Programs in Watchung, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 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

Lightbridge Academy of Warren, NJ

Lightbridge staff is very caring, and they have a very enriching curriculum for kid's daily activities. They offer a very nurturing...

- Care member

Precious Little Butterflies

The teachers are very attentive to the needs of the kids.

- Fatmata X.

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

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