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We have 60 child care centers in Franklin Lakes, NJ! Compare and find the best child care center to fit your needs.

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Franklin Lakes Early Learning Center

730 Franklin Lake Road Franklin Lakes, NJ

< 1 mi

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Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
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First Step Preschool

454 Pulis Ave Franklin Lakes, NJ

< 1 mi

Preschool
Kindergarten
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First Step Preschool is a childcare and learning facility established in 1994 to serve the families living in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. It provides a safe, clean and healthy place where children can learn, play, explore and discover. It also provides age-appropriate learning materials and activities that enhance and stimulate the children's creativity, imagination, curiosity and desire to learn. This school serves infants and children up to five years old.
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The Learning Experience Ramsey

160 N Franklin Tpke RAMSEY, NJ

5.0(2)

5 mi

Academic
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Preschool
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The Learning Experience – Ramsey provides safe and nurturing daycare and preschool programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Conveniently located near Route 17 and Interstate Shopping Center, our center proudly serves families in Ramsey, Mahwah, and Allendale. Our all-inclusive L.E.A.P. Curriculum combines play, exploration, and enrichment in music, fitness, and engineering—at no extra cost. With dedicated teachers and welcoming classrooms, children thrive as they Learn, Play, and Grow every day

Care Member says "I can’t say enough good things about this place. The curriculum keeps my little ones engaged, and the staff goes above and beyond to make each child...

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Clifton Playhaus

66 Second St Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)

9 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
We offer a secure, nurturing environment in which children are able to establish the solid educational foundations they need to assure success in future academic endeavors. Our program is specifically developed for each age group and ensures that all of our children receive the necessary emotional, physical and educational training from 6 weeks to 13 years.

J.W says "I met with the Director Sandra. She has such a beautiful spirit. I told her some of the concerns I had at my prior daycare and she reassured me that it...

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Princeton Pre-K & Childcare

59 Beaverbrook Road Lincoln Park, NJ

3.0(2)

8 mi

Princeton Pre-K &amp; Childcare is an early childhood education center located in Lincoln Park, NJ 07035. We provide services for children aged 6 weeks to 13 years old. Our programs include infant, toddler, preschool and before / after care. Our school is a family owned, fully licensed, state of the art, childcare center. We are opened 52 weeks a year, only closed major holidays and two days at the end of the summer. Being an active member of Grow NJ Kids, we work together with the state to provide a top childcare facility. Our staff is CPR and First Aid certified, with over 15 hours each year of professional development. At Princeton Pre-K &amp; Childcare we follow the Reggio Emilia approach. This approach is based on respect, responsibility, and community. It allows the children to have some direction over their learning. We also have enrichment activities throughout the year. We offer Amazing Athletes, Dance, and Soccer. They are wonderful programs that teach the children in a fun, educational, setting. We look forward to working with you and your family!

Ashley T says "My son has been going there since he was 9 months old and they have treated him as if he was their own from day one. They are very loving caregivers who...

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CALVARY LEARNING CENTER

1111 PREAKNESS AVE WAYNE, NJ

5.0(6)

6 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Kindergarten
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At Calvary Learning Center, we offer a faith-based program designed to nurture and support children from 6 weeks old through Kindergarten. Our approach emphasizes family involvement, creating a collaborative environment where parents are an integral part of their child's learning journey. We provide a rich, bilingual experience by introducing children to English and Spanish, as well as sign language. We offer flexible scheduling options, including half-day, full-day, and extended-day programs, with a minimum of two days per week. Whether you're looking for part-time or full-time care, we are here to meet your needs. Please book a tour: https://calendly.com/campcalvarynjdirector/tour-of-calvary-learning-center Let us partner with you in fostering your child's growth and development in a warm, welcoming environment.

Care Member says "They say it takes a village and CLC is my village!!! From the moment you step through the doors, you are made to feel like family. So caring, reliable...

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OV BABIES EARLY LEARNING - A REGGIO INSPIRED CENTE

95 NJ-17 S PARAMUS, NJ

5.0(3)

10 mi

starting at
$1250/mo
Reggio emilia
Child care
OV Babies Early Learning Center, located in Paramus, NJ, is a Reggio-inspired program serving children ages 6 months to 5 years. The center provides a nurturing, play-based environment that supports exploration, creativity, and early learning. With a focus on individualized care and hands-on experiences, OV Babies encourages curiosity and self-expression. With a small class size and dedicated educators, OV Babies fosters a close-knit, inclusive community where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn through meaningful, child-centered experiences.

Care Member says "Trusting the provider who will care for your precious child is one of the toughest decisions a parent can make. My husband and I were especially...

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Educational Counseling Services

137145 North 3rd St Paterson, NJ

5.0(3)

6 mi

Special needs
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
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*Child Care Age: 2 1/2 to 13 * Professional and Quality Staff *Call today and start tomorrow *Academic, Arts &amp; Crafts, * Immersion Spanish * Child Care for Homeschoolers *Before Care/After Care. *Drop-In Service (school closures). *Child Care Monday-Friday 7:30 am- 5:30 pm.extended hours Saturday 8:00 am-3:00 pm by appt. only. Reasonable rates.

Alice W. says "July 7, 2018 I'm a single mom working full time job with different hours. I looked online one day and found ECS . My children have been attending classes...

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Learning Stars Academy

211 LACKAWANNA AVE WOODLAND PARK, NJ

5.0(1)

8 mi

starting at
$1300/mo
Day Care
Child care
We’re an award-winning early education center located in woodland park New Jersey. Our facilities offer bright classrooms, healthy environment and private playgrounds. Your toddler will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care.

Care Member says "Learning star Academy is good center for kids I highly recommend it!! "

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Humble Beginnings Childcare LLC

59 BEAVERBROOK RD STE 101 STE 101 LINCOLN PARK, NJ

5.0(5)

8 mi

starting at
$1200/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
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Discover Humble Beginnings Childcare! Looking for a nurturing and exciting environment for your child? At Humble Beginnings Childcare, we offer: Safe & Loving Care Experienced & Caring Staff Creative Learning Activities Healthy Meals & Snacks Flexible Hours Join us for a tour and see why Humble Beginnings Childcare is the perfect place for your child to learn, play, and grow.

Care Member says " Humble Beginnings is a fantastic daycare that provided a nurturing environment for my kids before they started public school. Vanessa is incredibly...

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Lily Pond Country Day School

184 Rivervale Rd River Vale, NJ

4.9(10)

9 mi

Academic
Preschool
Child care
The Lily Pond Country Day School provides a high-quality education for children ranging in age from 3 months to 6 years. Lily Ponds teachers are credentialed with degrees in education and the averaged tenured teacher has been on board for over 9 years. Our philosophy is simple - happy children and very happy mom's. We achieve these goals by delivering a full day of interactive instruction and activities to keep the children engaged and interested. Lily Pond parents can drop in any time of the day through our 24/7 web by an IPhone or Computer. Lily Ponds reputation for excellence comes from Ed &amp; Chris Imperiosi, who are the owners onsite and both life time educators. The best way to assess Lily Pond is to come on by and tour the facility while school in session.

Brianne C. says "We enrolled both of our children at Lily Pond last summer and we could not be happier. The directors and all the teachers are amazing, caring, kind and...

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The Lewis Chatman Academy

1 MARKET ST PATERSON, NJ

5.0(3)

7 mi

starting at
$1600/mo
International
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
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The Lewis Chatman Academy is a new age nonprofit Child Care Center in Paterson, NJ. We are committed to the entire family. Our goal is to educate the family as well as the children through various programs and adult classes. The Lewis Chatman Academy uses creative curriculum along with TLCA specialized curriculum for our Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Pre K, and kindergarten. These curriculum's align favorably with the state of New Jersey’s education standards for young children.

Emma S. says "They have great communication skills with the parents, They work well with my child. I havent had any issues with this center since my little one has been...

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4846 - Everbrook Academy of Montvale - Coming Soon

22 PHILIPS PKWY MONTVALE, NJ

5.0(1)

8 mi

Day Care
Child care
Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially, physically, and academically prepared for school. As a 21st century preschool, our STEAM curriculum brings the world into every classroom. Integrated, hands-on learning experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math provide a foundation to ensure children are prepared to navigate a changing world. As they grow, your children will need to be makers and thinkers, and that's why this approach ensures that they thrive and develop the necessary skills to embark on their future. This school of today will prepare your child for the world of tomorrow.

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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Think Learn Create Academy

36A E MIDLAND AVE PARAMUS, NJ

5.0(7)

8 mi

starting at
$1400/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
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Think Learn Create Academy is a childcare center founded by educators and mothers who have decades worth of experience in education. We strive to provide a world class education that will set the course for not only academic success but for social emotional growth as well. Our learning center is committed to providing children with a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. We encourage and strive to teach our children how to explore, build curiosity about the world and grow a love for learning. It takes a village to raise a child. Here at TLC we are your village.

Care Member says "I can’t say enough good things about Think Learn Create Academy! From the moment we first walked through the doors, we were met with a warm, welcoming...

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Bright Start Academy

366 Clifton Ave Clifton, NJ

5.0(3)

9 mi

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
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Bright Start Academy is a New Jersey State licensed Preschool located in 366 Clifton ave Clifton, NJ 07011. We accept 2 1/2 to 6 years old. School is open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.Our website is available to visit from www.brightstartacademy.org We are an Early Child Care Center that has an engaging curriculum backed by qualified, experienced, and passionate teachers! At Bright Start, we recognize that a child s early years of development are very important. Children grow and learn through play, and we help foster that exploration in a safe, secure, and nurturing environment. Our experienced staff understands that each child has their own unique style of learning. We will help foster your child s individuality and create a lifelong love of learning by engaging them in various fun, educational, and age appropriate activities; Educational field trips and school presentations Comprehensive reporting on individual achievement Individual attention in a small-class setting

Ty says "Bright Start is such a wonderful school! They keep the children engaged and builds a strong foundation for future growth and learning. The curriculum is well...

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Lightbridge Academy of Montvale

295 West Grand Ave MONTVALE, NJ

8 mi

starting at
$1925/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Lightbridge Academy offers a comprehensive early childhood education program that focuses on the holistic development of children. Lightbridge Academy is a company of high integrity founded on a set of core values, which are the guiding principles for how we lead our center. These values help to create the “high care” culture that is developed within our childcare center. We are the solution for working families. Our center hours are 6:30 a.m.- 6:30 p.m., and you can utilize that time as you please. Our curriculum is the Seedling Early Childhood Education. The curriculum is designed for infants, toddlers, and preschool children to achieve key developmental milestones through a detailed scope and sequence for each age group. The curriculum includes enrichment programs for reading/writing, music, Spanish, and American Sign Language. Our toddler curriculum addresses the toddlers' rapid growth and development by catering to their readiness cues, with the older toddler curriculum focused on preparing for preschool and beyond. We can encourage them to move to the next challenge when they display interest or signs of emerging skills.
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Lightbridge Academy of Wayne

1329 Hamburg Turnpike WAYNE, NJ

4 mi

Academic
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
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! Contact us for special drop in rates!
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The Pinnacle Learning Center

109 W Ramapo Ave Mahwah, NJ

5 mi

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
The Pinnacle Learning Center in Mahwah, NJ features holistic approaches in child care and education in developing the whole child. They create stimulating learning experiences and lessons through teachers who know the value of structure and play. They provide learning and development through age-appropriate toys and play while developing the preschool student's fine and gross motor skills.
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Early Arts LLC, Child Care Home

207 Elm Street Elmwood Park, NJ

9 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
Early Arts - because arts are the perfect tool for teaching young children. Family Child Care Home - because we combine the best of the both worlds: home and school; it's school inside the teacher's house, where first floor is reserved for preschool. Ratio can't be better: one or two teachers and five kids. Ages accepted: two to five years old. Working time: 8am - 4pm, year around. Program: art-based education, making children happy and confident, and ready for Kindergarten.
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Kiddie Academy of Fair Lawn

16 POLLITT DR FAIR LAWN, NJ

6 mi

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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Recent child care center reviews from local parents in Franklin Lakes, NJ

Child Care Centers in Franklin Lakes, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

The Learning Experience Ramsey

I can’t say enough good things about this place. The curriculum keeps my little ones engaged, and the staff goes above and beyond to make...

- Care member

Clifton Playhaus

I met with the Director Sandra. She has such a beautiful spirit. I told her some of the concerns I had at my prior daycare and she...

- J.W

Princeton Pre-K & Childcare

My son has been going there since he was 9 months old and they have treated him as if he was their own from day one. They are very loving...

- Ashley T

FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Franklin Lakes, NJ

Child care centers near you in Franklin Lakes, NJ provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Franklin Lakes, NJ have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Franklin Lakes, NJ. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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