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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.

LONG HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL

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

- Danielle H.

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.

After School Programs Near Watchung

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STEP ONE ACADEMY

222 E 5TH ST PLAINFIELD, NJ

State license verified

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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Savannah's Playhouse

550 HOES LN PISCATAWAY, NJ

State license verified

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...
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Start-Rite Nursery School

9 Stelton Rd Piscataway, NJ

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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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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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THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE BRIDGEWATER

1940 ROUTE 22 BOUND BROOK, NJ

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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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Bamboo Shoots Immersion School

836 Mountain Ave Westfield, NJ

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
+ 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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Ellie'S Academy

250 US-202 #206 SOMERVILLE, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$1650/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Day Care
Child care
+ 2 more
Here at Ellie's Academy, our students are engaged in our curriculum which focuses on their developmental needs as they progress throughout our school. Our school's philosophy inspires everyone who is part of our Academy, to act as an extension of your family. Our core values are based on the success and well-being of each child...
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The Learning Experience at Somerset

12 Cedar Grove Lane FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ

State license verified

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...
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Guidepost Montessori at Bridgewater

1246 US HWY BRIDGEWATER, NJ

State license verified

Montessori
Day Care
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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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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...
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Santa Fe Childcare Center

1496 SPRINGFIELD AVE NEW PROVIDNCE, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$1575/mo
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
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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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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STEP ONE ACADEMY LLC

233 E 5TH ST PLAINFIELD, NJ

State license verified

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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CRADLES TO CRAYONS LEARNING CENTER, LLC.

932 SOUTH AVE W WESTFIELD, NJ

5.0(4)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
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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LONG HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL

158 CENTRAL AVE STIRLING, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1140/mo
Montessori
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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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PRECIOUS MOMENTS ACADEMY

358 NORTH AVE DUNELLEN, NJ

4.0(5)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
International
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 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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Somerset Hills Montessori School

173 MADISONVILLE RD BASKING RIDGE, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

Montessori
Day Care
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool

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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Kingdom Kidz Academy LLC

24 BAIER AVE SOMERSET, NJ

4.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$225/mo
Child care
Day 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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After School Technology Club LLC

30 Carmine St Chatham, NJ

Child care
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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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.

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