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Daycares in Madison, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

Little Sprouts

My daughter has done nothing but thrive at Little Sprouts. She loves to go in the morning and cries to leave at the end of the day. The...

- Sue C.

Little Explorers Early Learning Academy

Little Explorers has nailed the perfect balance of a great school curriculum mixed with the comfort and values that come with an in home...

- Erin P.

CRADLES TO CRAYONS CHILDCARE - Headquarters Plaza

They take the best care of my daughters! They always keep me updated with them and I go to work calm because I know they are taking good...

- Care member

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Little Sprouts

186 Greenwood Avenue Madison, NJ

5.0(1)
In-Home daycare
I am a NJ state registered family day care provider with 15+ years experience. REGISTERED FOR 5 CHILDREN. I am a NJ state EMT, CPR certified, provide contracts, policies and references. Specialize in 6 weeks to 3 years old. Provide full and part time care. We have a large dedicated play room and over 800sf of space, private...

Sue C. says "My daughter has done nothing but thrive at Little Sprouts. She loves to go in the morning and cries to leave at the end of the day. The space is amazing, the...

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Little Sprouts Family Daycare

186 Greenwood Avenue Madison, NJ

GREAT OPTION FOR LIMITING EXPOSURES NJ STATE REGISTERED for 25 years. Specializing in infants through preschool. - CPR certified - NJ State EMT. (Volunteer) - Trained in body substance isolation (BSI) - Epi-pen administration training certification - Nebulizer treatment certification + inspected and background checks have...
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Madison Area YMCA Aquatics Lessons

111 Kings Road Madison, NJ

Child care
We are looking for an energetic and reliable staff member to maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Lifeguards create a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Swim Instructors provide direct leadership,...
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Child care
Drew Universal Child Development Center is a childcare and educational facility that has been serving the children of Madison, New Jersey since 1990. It offers a stimulating and nurturing environment that meets the growth and developmental needs of children. It offers full-time childcare services and provides children with...
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Kathleen Griffin MA LPC Child

100 Kings Rd Madison, NJ

Child care
Kathleen Griffin MA LPC Child in Madison, NJ improves and understands the children's relational, emotional, and behavioral issues. They help the families and kids address issues in listening, social skills, family interactions, self-esteem, etc. They teach the parents on enhancing and identifying developmental opportunities...
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Child care
Madison Community House Nursery School offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 25 Cook Ave, the company serves families living in the Madison, NJ area. Madison Community House Nursery School has served the community since they opened in 1965.
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The Madison Montessori School

19 Green Ave Madison, NJ

Child care
Preschool
The Madison Montessori School in Madison, NJ builds a caring community of teachers, children, and families in a loving and safe environment. This child care facility respects the students as individuals while nurturing them with an enthusiasm and love for learning. Their teachers discover the kids' unique qualities and serve as...
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Interactive Child Development

210 Main St Madison, NJ

Child care
Preschool
Imagine Nations is a preschool care center in operation for 17 years (7 of which under new management). It provides preschool care and curriculum to children 2 to 4 years of age, as well as children between 5 to 12 years old who attend Windy Hill Elementary. As an additional service, they offer preschool summer camps with field...
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F M Kirby Children's Center

54 East St Madison, NJ

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
The FM Kirby Children's Center located at 54 East Street Madison, New Jersey, provides childcare and learning services. School is open from eight-thirty AM to eight-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs,...
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Madison Cooperative Nursery School, Inc

4 Madison Ave Madison, NJ

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Madison Cooperative Nursery School, Inc. is a child-centered environment valuing children’s play and is sure to spark their imaginations. The primary focus is on the growth and development of the children and forming a partnership with the parents to assist them in child raising.
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The Learning Laboratory

322 Main St Madison, NJ

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
The Learning Laboratory in Madison, New Jersey seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate a certain number of children.
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Little Explorers Early Learning Academy

346 E Mt Pleasant Ave Livingston, NJ

4.0(4)

State license verified

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 that of larger, corporate...

Erin P. says "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...

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CRADLES TO CRAYONS CHILDCARE - Headquarters Plaza

26 HEADQUARTERS PLZ MORRISTOWN, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
Cradles to Crayons was created to provide a center that offers an enriching early childhood education program, an atmosphere that encourages fun while learning and the flexibility that is needed for working parents. Because we are not a franchise and are not owned by a major corporation, we can provide the type of individual...

Care Member says "They take the best care of my daughters! They always keep me updated with them and I go to work calm because I know they are taking good care of them."

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Adventure Awaits Childcare

903 S BEVERWYCK RD PARSIPPANY, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Adventure Awaits Childcare is a place where every child’s curiosity is nurtured, their imagination is sparked, and their confidence soars. Designed to be more than just a daycare, we offer a dynamic, engaging, and safe environment where children embark on daily adventures in learning and growth. Our experienced and passionate...

megan P. says "I love the personal touch that Adventure Awaits Childcare has, you feel it as soon as you walk in the door. They also give a little extra care towards the...

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The Pudding Stone Home Daycare School

11 Morris Court Summit, NJ

5.0(8)
I am a Summit resident with a degree in Psychology & Child Development. I offer a small program devoted to the development, socialization and education of infants & toddlers. The Puddingstone is open Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and offers a warm environment with many hugs & enrichment. The owner &...

Nazmin T. says "We made the best decision in choosing Pudding Stone Day care for our little girl. She has been attending since September 2016 and it has by far exceeded...

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TEACH Academy ChildCare

2115 MILLBURN AVE MAPLEWOOD, NJ

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1575/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
+ 3 more
At Teach Academy Childcare and Afterschool Program, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our program is designed for children from 0 months to 13 years old, offering personalized attention and care that meets the unique needs of each child. With a focus on academic...

Care Member says "I recommend TEACH Academy Child Care Center to give your child a head start at learning. The staff is knowledgeable , compassionate, supportive and...

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Carousel of Learning

244 Kingston Rd Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Quality Childcare 6 weeks - 5 years open all year 7:00-6:00. We include Sign language, Stretch-n-Grow Exercise program, Computer Explorers, Storytellers, BIG JEFF, and Fun Fridays. Weekly themes, and more! We have low staff child ratios and are CPR and First Aid certified. Come visit anytime!

Hannah A. says "This center is extremely caring and professional. I really admire how all of the staff know so much about their job and are so professional with the...

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Applecore Learning

240 Franklin Ave Maplewood, NJ

4.4(12)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
OPEN HOUSE AUG 31, 2017 at 9:00am and again 6:00pm. COME tour our beautiful facility and SIGN UP your child with THE BEST DAYCARE IN ESSEX COUNTY! This is much more than just daycare. At Applecore Learning Early Childhood Center we offer developmentally appropriate programs and specialized curriculum for a range of ages,...

Lamoye S says "An Honest Review from an Outsider: What an amazing experience it's been so far! It's approaching 1 month since my daughter was enrolled and I'm a very...

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Kiddie Academy of Springfield

25 US-22 E SPRINGFIELD, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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...

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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PRESCHOOL ONLY! HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL

17 LLOYD AVE FLORHAM PARK, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$640/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
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...

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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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Madison, NJ

Daycare centers near you in Madison, 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 Madison, 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 Madison, 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 Madison, 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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