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We have 60 daycares in Cranford, NJ! Compare and find the best daycare to fit your needs.

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Lightbridge Academy of Cranford

560 SOUTH AVE E CRANFORD, NJ

1 mi

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
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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Lightbridge Academy of Cranford, NJ

560 SOUTH AVE E CRANFORD, NJ

1 mi

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
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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Come, Play and Learn

61 Myrtle Street Cranford, NJ

< 1 mi

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Come, Play and Learn provides a unique program that welcomes all children including those with special needs. The center takes an integrated approach to early childhood education, creating an inclusive setting where the individual and developmentally appropriate needs of every child are met under the direction of a caring, nurturing and professional staff. It serves children 3 months to 5 years of age. The facility boasts large classrooms, an outdoor play area, library, multipurpose room, handicap accessibility, child-friendly environment and convenient drop off and pick up area for parents and care-givers. In the program, preschoolers follow the Creative Curriculum. This curriculum encourages children to broaden their interests through self-discovery and teacher directed activities in Language Arts and Mathematics, preparing each child for success in Kindergarten. Toddlers engage in hands-on exploration experiences, specifically designed to expand their world, foster independence and build self-confidence. Infants enjoy a caring and nurturing environment, where they grown from a bundle of joy to a bundle of curiosity.
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Hope Pediatrics Medical Day Care Center

61 Myrtle Street Suite 1 Cranford, NJ

< 1 mi

We are more than just a daycare. Hope Pediatrics Medical Day Care Center offers skilled nursing to children ages newborn to 5 years who have special medical needs. Our nurses are bilingual. Ongoing assessments on each child are created and reviewed by our team with the family and the primary care physician to best suit the needs of each child. Individualized plans of care and specific goals are developed for each child to assure that each child will grow to his or her potential both physically and developmentally. We are fully licensed by the NJ Dept. of Health and Senior Services. We provide free transportation on medically equipped vehicles staffed with a nurse and healthy meals daily. A Child Life Specialist and Social Worker are part of our team as well as Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapists if needed. Feel free to call to set up a tour of our facility.
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Michelle W

541 Lexington Ave Cranford, NJ

< 1 mi

I was an English Nanny for many years and now I have a family day care in a very loving home in Cranford. I love what I do and have lot of families from over the years that can tell you the same. I have a wonderful setting with lots to do indoor play and outdoor. I will take care of your little ones as if they were my own. "Its like been home" Thank you Michelle
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Lightbridge Academy of Cranford

560 South Avenue E Cranford, NJ

< 1 mi

From the first &quot;hello&quot; of the day, to the last &quot;good-bye&quot;, we want every child to feel safe, nurtured and excited to learn and grow with us, and for you to consider us a true partner in the development and education of your child. You have trusted us to care and educate your children for many years as Rainbow Academy child care centers and as your little ones have grown, so have we! In 2014, Rainbow Academy changed our name to Lightbridge Academy. Lightbridge Academy is the same family, just a new name. This new name reflects the evolution of who we have been, how we have grown and the future that we are embracing. It all begins with our Circle of Care philosophy, which empowers everyone within the Lightbridge Academy family to create a one-of-a-kind educational experience for the children we care for and the families that cherish them. Lightbridge Academy offers early learning programs for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool aged children with summer camps for older children. The Seedlings Early Childhood Education Program focuses on the needs of each individual child and the curriculum fosters a lifelong love of learning, while simultaneously developing a solid foundation for cognitive, social, and emotional development. Enrichment programs included are sign language, Spanish and music. Our flexible year-round programs offer extended hours to lessen the stress at drop-off and pick-up times. Everything we do revolves around supporting the needs of our families and we're constantly asking what we can do to make parents lives easier and further enrich the lives of their children. The Lightbridge Academy's state-of-the-art facilities are a step above other child care centers and offer high levels of security, interactive whiteboards, Tadpoles parent e-communication app and the exclusive ParentView Internet Monitoring. Visit us today!
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Lynne H

198 Arbor Street Cranford, NJ

< 1 mi

I am state certified, approved for childcare, certified in CPR for adults and infants, and First Aid. I have completed the Community Coordinated Childcare Program for New Jersey. I am a loving mom who would love the opportunity to share the love with your children, to teach, nurture, love. Thank you.
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Lightbridge Academy of Cranford

560 South Avenue E Cranford, NJ

< 1 mi

From the first 'hello' of the day, to the last 'good-bye', we want every child to feel safe, nurtured and excited to learn and grow with us, and for you to consider us a true partner in the development and education of your child. You have trusted us to care and educate your children for many years as Rainbow Academy child care centers and as your little ones have grown so have we! In 2014, Rainbow Academy changed our name to Lightbridge Academy. Lightbridge Academy is the same family, just a new name. This new name reflects the evolution of who we have been, how we have grown and the future that we are embracing. It all begins with our Circle of Care philosophy, which empowers everyone within the Lightbridge Academy family to create a one-of-a-kind educational experience for the children we care for and the families that cherish them. Lightbridge Academy offers early learning programs for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool aged children with summer camps for older children. The Seedlings Early Childhood Education Program focuses on the needs of each individual child and the curriculum fosters a lifelong love of learning, while simultaneously developing a solid foundation for cognitive, social, and emotional development. Enrichment programs included are sign language, Spanish and music. Our flexible year-round programs offer extended hours to lessen the stress at drop-off and pick-up times. Everything we do revolves around supporting the needs of our families and we're constantly asking what we can do to make parents lives easier and further enrich the lives of their children. The Lightbridge Academy's state-of-the-art facilities are a step above other child care centers and offer high levels of security, interactive whiteboards, Tadpoles parent e-communication app and the exclusive ParentView Internet Monitoring. Visit us today!
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Tiny Tots Play Land

201 Lincoln Ave E Cranford, NJ

< 1 mi

Child care
Tiny Tots Play Land is a child care and educational facility located at 201 Lincoln Ave E, Cranford, New Jersey. The center has a capacity of 20 children, and it offers full-time childcare services in a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment. It provides educational activities that stimulate the children's curiosity and appetite for learning.
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Discovery Child

1 Commerce Dr Cranford, NJ

< 1 mi

In-Home daycare
Child care
Featuring large, bright, and inviting classrooms, your children will enjoy a day at Discovery Child Care Center. They offer various educational programs to children up to kindergarten. Their licensed teachers and assistants complements the facilities to provide a positive learning environment.
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Watch ME Grow Nursery School

338 Walnut Ave Cranford, NJ

< 1 mi

Preschool
Child care
Watch ME Grow Nursery School provides a nurturing, caring, loving environment in which the child can learn emotionally, socially, intellectually, physically and cognitively. They prepare children with the basic skills and concepts for formal academic learning. Children have experiences in large and small muscle development, music, art, science, language, listening and social interaction.
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Over The Rainbow Nursery School Inc

25 South Ave W Cranford, NJ

< 1 mi

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Over The Rainbow Nursery School is an early care and learning center based in Cranford, New Jersey that provides its services to preschool children between the ages of 2 ½ to 6 years old. The company is state-licensed to provide its services to more than 20 children. The company uses different age-appropriate, hands-on, and stimulating activities to support children’s academic and creative development.
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Prime Time

11 Springfield Ave Cranford, NJ

< 1 mi

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
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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Bright Beginnings Child Development Center

135 Dermody St Cranford, NJ

< 1 mi

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Bright Beginnings Child Development Center located in Cranford, NJ offers services to children from birth to 3 years old to achieve developmental benchmark. The center aims to provide development for each child that includes gross motor, fine motor, language, cognition, and self-help.
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KID'S FIRST ADVENTURE, INC.

279 14TH AVE NEWARK, NJ

5.0(2)

8 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Child care
At Kid’s First Adventure, we know every child is one of a kind and deserves special care and attention. Our team creates fun, engaging activities based on each child’s unique interests and needs. We’re happy to have staff who speak both English and Spanish to better connect with families. For now, we’re offering virtual tours only.

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PRESCHOOL ONLY! HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL

17 LLOYD AVE FLORHAM PARK, NJ

5.0(1)

10 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
PRESCHOOL ONLY!!! Daily hours and options: Monday thru Friday Tiny Tots 8:30 - 11:15, 8:30 - 1:00 or 8:30 - 2:20, PreK 3 & 4 8:30 - 1:00 or 8:30 - 2:20. We offer Before Care 7:15 - 8:30 am and After Care 2:20 - 6:00 pm We also offer a sibling discount for the second child. Holy Family School is a Preschool for children in Tiny Tots, PreK3, PreK4, Kindergarten and Bridge to Kindergarten ages 2 1/2 - 5 years old. It offers an academic environment with daycare hours, flexible schedules and affordable tuition with a discount for siblings. The Bridge to Kindergarten program is designed for the child who misses the October 1 cut off date or needs the gift of time to be better prepared for academic and social success. Our curriculum is individualized and allows each child to reach their maximum potential in a loving, positive, safe and nurturing environment.

Kelly K. says "Its so wonderful to feel like you are apart of a family. They have awesome outdoor activities with the kids such as gardening and hatching butterflies. The...

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Little Meadow

600 N WOOD AVE LINDEN, NJ

5.0(4)

3 mi

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Little Meadow adheres to a holistic approach of early childhood education. When we expose children to different environments and various learning experiences, we allow them to explore their self-awareness and gain a sense of the world around them. Once they leave our Child Day Care, they’re fully prepared for the next stage of their young lives. At Little Meadow we believe that children learn the most while having fun, experiencing the curriculum directly and learning about topics that interest and motivate them individually. We emphasize learning through purposeful play. This includes: building with blocks, dressing up, artistic endeavors, experimenting at the sensory table and exploring the natural world. Little Meadow also encourages learning practical and academic skills through the use of Montessori materials such as working with sandpaper letters and numbers, color mixing, hammering, pouring water, setting the table for snack-time and many more. Weather permitting, outdoor play is an essential part of a child's experience. Children climb, pedal tricycles, play hide and seek, write on chalk-boards or paint at an easel.

Rigel J. says "The best daycare in the world. We have been using Little Meadow since June. Structure, programming and academic schedules - really impressed. Our daughter...

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Little Genius Academy of Metuchen

344 Amboy Avenue Metuchen, NJ

5.0(1)

9 mi

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Little Genius Academy provides a nurturing environment for children and an unprecedented level of training to their teachers, which redefines early care and education programs! We are committed to providing an environment that fosters healthy cognitive, physical and social-emotional development. We create a classroom community by establishing a relationship among the children, the families, and the teachers. Our programs are based on a sense of respect and belongingness. We provide highly trained teachers and state-of-the-art facilities and classrooms. The Little Genius Academy curriculum fosters physical growth, cognitive and social-emotional development for your children, incorporating the family and community as an integral component of learning. Our goal is to EXCEED parents' expectations and ENHANCE children's potential! We offer programs from infant thru Pre K. Our hours of operation are 6:30 a.m. thru 6:30 p.m.

Elizabeth C. says "I am really happy with the experience both of my children are having with LGA. They completely revamped the classrooms to mirror current trends in...

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Kiddies Kare

195 W MARKET ST NEWARK, NJ

5.0(2)

9 mi

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Reggio emilia
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Our mission is to positively impact the lives of children, their families, and the communities we serve. We transform early education into an exciting adventure, nurturing your child’s natural curiosity, prioritizing their interests, and fostering learning through play. Our approach sets the foundation for their future school success and lifelong love of learning.

Care Member says "The staff is so helpful and friendly!!! They really kept me updated and I felt confident that my child is not just cared for, but learning while he’s...

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Haynes Preparatory School

140 FRONT ST S PLAINFIELD, NJ

5.0(1)

8 mi

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
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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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Recent daycare reviews from local parents in Cranford, NJ

Daycares in Cranford, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

KID'S FIRST ADVENTURE, INC.

only place i would send my kids!

- Care member

PRESCHOOL ONLY! HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL

Its so wonderful to feel like you are apart of a family. They have awesome outdoor activities with the kids such as gardening and hatching...

- Kelly K.

Little Meadow

The best daycare in the world. We have been using Little Meadow since June. Structure, programming and academic schedules - really...

- Rigel J.

FAQs for finding daycares near you in Cranford, NJ

Daycare centers near you in Cranford, NJ offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Cranford, NJ provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Cranford, NJ for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Cranford, NJ include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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