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Recent child care center reviews in Mountain Lakes, NJ

Mighty Sprouts Montessori

5.0

I am so impressed by Mighty Sprouts Montessori! They are unlike any daycare that I have experienced. The children here receive a solid education and they are so advanced! The staff is incredible - so kind and welcoming. One of the owners is a pediatric nurse which is a plus! Not many daycares...

- Kathleen D

Sunnyfields Learning Center

5.0

My son has gone to Sunnyfields for five years and has grown so much there! Our second son is about to start. We love the atmosphere and caring teachers. The teachers really care about the children. Plus our son has learned so much and made great friends. The owners are very friendly and hands...

- Meredith W

Carol's Home Daycare

5.0

Carol was an absolute godsend for our son. He has always been a bit shy and sensitive and Carol gave him exactly what he needed to feel comfortable. She nurtured when he felt apprehensive, she was firm when he needed redirection, and she praised when he had good behavior. I always felt comfortable...

- Mallory

Kids Count Child Care

5.0

When I think of Kids Count, I think of a program that has so much to offer. It is a child care that follows a curriculum (Creative Curriculum), has a Certified Head Teacher and trained staff, and provides opportunities to enrich readiness skills, social development, movement and the arts. Being at...

- Carolyn Y

Joann's Family Child Care

5.0

I can't say enough good things about Miss Joann. I was one of those petrified new moms to leave my daughter, but Miss Joann eased my fears right away. I feel like my daughter is with a trusted family member when she is there. She is well-taken care of, well fed and very loved. She has also made...

- April M

Child care centers in Mountain Lakes, NJ

Vinci Academy

Vinci Academy

333 Route 46 West, Mountain Lakes, NJ

Starting at $285/wk

Powered by Vinci Learning Discoverie School uses an award winning internationally recognized curriculum based on Montessori Reggio Emilia Shanghai Math Learning

The Academy For Children

215 Boulevard, Mountain Lakes, NJ

Starting at $10000/day

The Academy For Children is a licensed full day early childhood education facility conveniently located at 215 Boulevard, Mountain Lakes, NJ. Their facility is licensed by the New Jersey Department of Children and Families child care services to provide a bilingual "love to Learn" curriculum.

Scribbles Preschool Inc

48 Briarcliff Rd # 2, Mountain Lakes, NJ

Costimate: $291/wk

Scribbles Preschool Inc is a state-licensed daycare facility that offers full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 48 Briarcliff Rd, the company serves the families living in the Mountain Lakes, NJ area. Scribbles Preschool Inc is open to children...

Mighty Sprouts Montessori

Mighty Sprouts Montessori

1 Barnida Drive, East Hanover, NJ

Costimate: $227/wk

5.0

(2)

At Mighty Sprouts Montessori, we care deeply about the growth, health, and happiness of our students. A child's education is the foundation of their future. We developed our programs based on the Montessori philosophy and maintain a learning environment that supports all of its principles.
5.0
"Mighty Sprouts is everything we were looking for in a school for our son! The teachers are outstanding and the curriculum has really helped our son learn about responsibility and thinking creatively. We tried other schools but the montessori approach was important...

James L


Sunnyfields Learning Center

Sunnyfields Learning Center

494 Route 10 West, Whippany, NJ

5.0

(2)

Preschool and Child Care for children, ages 6 weeks to 6 years old! Open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.! *At Sunnyfields Learning Center, our objective is to stimulate our students' physical, social, emotional, and cognitive skills at their individual developmental levels,...
5.0
"My son has gone to Sunnyfields for five years and has grown so much there! Our second son is about to start. We love the atmosphere and caring teachers. The teachers really care about the children. Plus our son has learned so much and made great friends. The...

Meredith W


Carol's Home Daycare

Carol's Home Daycare

103 Klinger Rd, East Hanover, NJ

Starting at $65/day

5.0

(3)

With over 30 years experience, I am confident your child will thrive both socially and academically in a clean, safe and fun home daycare environment. Prior to opening my daycare 8 years ago, I was a Paraprofessional in a Preschool Special Education Classroom for many years, as well as an...
5.0
"I cannot say enough great things about Carol and her home daycare center. We met with Carol after having a bad experience at another center. As any parent knows leaving your child and going back to work can be nerve wracking and you want only the BEST. Well, I can...

Becca U


Kids Count Child Care

15 Halko Dr, Cedar Knolls, NJ

Costimate: $279/wk

5.0

(1)

Kids Count Child Care is a program where childhood is valued and supported in a safe and healthy environment by well trained staff whose passion is caring for and educating young children. Best practice interaction and teaching techniques are used to provide nurturing and learning experiences that...
5.0
"When I think of Kids Count, I think of a program that has so much to offer. It is a child care that follows a curriculum (Creative Curriculum), has a Certified Head Teacher and trained staff, and provides opportunities to enrich readiness skills, social...

Carolyn Y


Joann's Family Child Care

Joann's Family Child Care

17 Winthrop Place, Dover, NJ

Starting at $60/day

5.0

(5)

My home is conveniently located on the Dover/Randolph border and is minutes away from Rt10, Rt 46 and Rt 80 .As of January 2024 I have 1 full time/ opening for a toddler/pre-K(age 12 months and up) Drop in Care also Available with 24 hr. Notice if space is available My Family Learning center...
5.0
"Joann is God sent. We have two kids going fulltime and they love it!!! I noticed a big leap in Zaras development and her true personality has come out. Also Joann is very flexible and understanding. I couldn't have asked for a better facility and a better person to...

The W


The London Day School

The London Day School

10 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park, NJ

Costimate: $371/wk

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"Exceptional program that provides a truly wonderful preschool experience. Beautiful, warm school with the best teaching staff."

A. P


Princeton Pre-K & Childcare

Princeton Pre-K & Childcare

59 Beaverbrook Road, Lincoln Park, NJ

Costimate: $286/wk

3.0

(2)

Princeton Pre-K & 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...
5.0
"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 look out for my son and his best interest as far as development, health and receiving the best loving care. I...

Ashley T


Little Explorers Early Learning Academy

Little Explorers Early Learning Academy

346 E Mt Pleasant Ave, Livingston, NJ

Costimate: $222/wk

4.0

(4)

Little Explorers Early Learning Academy, conveniently located on Mt. Pleasant Avenue at the border of West Orange and Livingston, NJ prides itself in providing high quality daycare and preschool experience for all enrolled children and families. We offer educational programs which meet or exceed...
5.0
"Little Explorers has nailed the perfect balance of a great school curriculum mixed with the comfort and values that come with an in home facility. My kids wake up excited for school every day, and they are learning so much! Ms. Katie is phenomenal at keeping...

Erin


The Orchard School

The Orchard School

360 Passaic Ave, Caldwell, NJ

Costimate: $220/wk

5.0

(1)

We are licensed for infants to 13 years. We are very busy year-round offering: Preschool/childcare, school-aged before and after school care with homework help groups, social skills music, and art. Our children are advanced in their skills because of the individualized attention that we provide at...
5.0
"Orchard school gives one of the best experiences for preschoolers!"

Morgan L


New Generation Learning Center

New Generation Learning Center

60 River Rd, East Hanover, NJ

Starting at $1250/mo

New Generation Learning Center is a Daycare and Preschool serving ages 0 - 5 and also offering Before and After school care for elementary school age kids. We also offer Summer Camp ages 2 - 10. We pride ourselves in being a green daycare. Our students not only get outstanding academics skills but...

Cradles to Crayons

Cradles to Crayons

16 Pine Street 26 Headquarters Plaza, Morristown, NJ

Costimate: $225/wk

Winner of the Best of Morristown Reader 's Poll for the last 5 years and #1 Readers Choice conducted by Morristown Patch, Cradles to Crayons is a quality daycare/ learning center located just off the "green " in Morristown. The state licensed day care & learning center, including a full-time...

Just Kidz Preschool/Childcare Center

Just Kidz Preschool/Childcare Center

480 S Beverwyck Rd, Parsippany, NJ

Starting at $810/mo

2.6

(5)

Just Kidz is a preshcool and daycare center located at Parsippany, New Jersey and was founded in 2000. It is a state licensed child care facility with CPR, First Aid and Disease Prevention Certification. Just Kidz follows the Creative Curriculum, as well as the Values Curriculum and provides...
5.0
"Just Kidz has been a place where my husband and I have found comfort and peace as parents who had to leave their kids and work full-time. The center is small, family owned and operated, but provides excellent academic, social, and emotional support for children....

Janelle L


Early Years Nursery School & Child Care

Early Years Nursery School & Child Care

52 Cooper Road, Denville, NJ

Starting at $82/wk

We are license family owned and operated preschool and child care center since 1999. It is our goal to provide an environment conducive for the optimum growth and development of each child as an individual, a part of a family and, ultimately, a member of society. Our center provides an atmosphere...

The Goddard School

The Goddard School

190 Campus Drive, Florham Park, NJ

Costimate: $371/wk

2.3

(3)

Learning for fun. Learning for life. The Goddard School celebrates nearly 30 years of using the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children from six weeks to six years old have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Talented...
5.0
"I must admit I'm somewhat shocked that someone gave this facility a poor review. I toured several daycares before finally settling on this one. I do not regret the decision for a minute. As a new mom with a high-stress career, I have come to rely upon and value...

R


The Greater Morristown YMCA

The Greater Morristown YMCA

25 Saddle Road, Cedar Knolls, NJ

Costimate: $279/wk

The Greater Morristown YMCA is a nonprofit organization, serving families within our area. We have childcare centers in Morristown, Boonton and Cedar Knolls. We also operate the Before and After school program in Morris Plains.

The Orchard School

The Orchard School

360 Passaic Avenue, Caldwell, NJ

Starting at $1325/mo

We are an Early Childhood Education Center dedicated to creating responsible citizens who are equipped to succeed in the Twenty First Century. We aim to create an environment that nurtures an honest, respectful, responsible, and creative child who is capable of problem solving through investigation...

Learning Garden Academy of Montville

Learning Garden Academy of Montville

330 Changebridge Road Suite 201, Pine Brook, NJ

Costimate: $224/wk


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