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Recent daycare reviews in South River, NJ

Calico Cat Nursery School

5.0

Our twins just started at Calico Cat and I can not say enough good things about this school. All the teachers are amazing. Ms. Jackie always greets us with a smile and my boys are really learning so much. We came from another school and the curriculum was nothing like they have learned here at...

- Danielle P

Bonnie's Day Care

5.0

Attentive caregiver, who treats your child as her own. Clean home. My child started at 6 weeks and went to pre-school at age 4, fully prepared, knowing numbers, colors, and the alphabet. Couldn't have mad a better decision

- Donna

Bettina E's Care

5.0

My daughter has been going to Bettina for over 2 years now and she absolutely loves it. Bettina is amazing, my daughter always comes home with cute crafts everyday and she has been preparing my daughter for preschool. I highly recommend her for anyone who is looking for a caregiver for their child!...

- Samantha

Sunflower Family Daycare LLC

5.0

I would highly recommend Sunflower Family DayCare for your child. Our little one has been going to this homely family day care center for over 3 years now and we are amazed to see how he grew from a little baby to kindergartener (Starting Fall 2022). Suman and other staffs are very professional,...

- Pramit N

Rutgers-Livingston Day Care Center

5.0

R-LDCC is excellent! All the teachers at R-LDCC are well-trained, attentive, and competent. Their curriculum is play-based and the children get plenty of outdoor time. It is refreshing to see that the activities are not super structured and leave a lot of room for children to be creative and...

- Srujana S

Daycares in South River, NJ

Calico Cat Nursery School

90 Leonardine Ave, South River, NJ

Starting at $195/day

5.0

(1)

Calico Cat Nursery School is a licensed child care facility located at 90 Leonardine Ave, South River, NJ that provides nearby families access to quality child care. Their community encourages cooperation among teachers, students, and parents to provide the best possible early childhood education.

Recent review:

5.0
Our twins just started at Calico Cat and I can not say enough good things about this school. All the teachers are amazing. Ms. Jackie always greets us with a smile and my boys are really learning so much. We came from another school and the curriculum was nothing...

Danielle P


Rega's Rascals

12 Roosevelt St, South River, NJ

Costimate: $226/wk

Rega's Rascals is a childcare center that serves the community of South River NJ. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate activities that enhance children's social, emotional, mental, and physical development. The center promotes good values to make sure that children will be...

Bonnie's Day Care

Bonnie's Day Care

13 Willow Ave, Piscataway, NJ

Starting at $250/wk

5.0

(2)

My name is Bonnie Conrad. I have been involved in childcare since 1985 when my second child was born. My daycare is located in my home, in a childcare setting area of my home. I have watched over 100+ children, ranging from the ages of 3 months to 4 years. I love doing what I do and enjoy being...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Attentive caregiver, who treats your child as her own. Clean home. My child started at 6 weeks and went to pre-school at age 4, fully prepared, knowing numbers, colors, and the alphabet. Couldn't have mad a better decision

Donna


Bettina E's Care

Bettina E's Care

104 S. Feltus St., South Amboy, NJ

Starting at $175/wk

5.0

(15)

I am a South Amboy Mom, experienced child caregiver and Pre-K teacher taking care of children in my home for 20 years. In-home providers are exempt from licensing in New Jersey, but I have the same curriculum as other daycares. I offer a playroom with lots of toys and books, daily arts and crafts,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
My daughter has been going to Bettina for over 2 years now and she absolutely loves it. Bettina is amazing, my daughter always comes home with cute crafts everyday and she has been preparing my daughter for preschool. I highly recommend her for anyone who is...

Samantha


Sunflower Family Daycare LLC

Sunflower Family Daycare LLC

34 WHITE OAK COURT, Monmouth Junction, NJ

Starting at $950/mo

5.0

(3)

Sunflower Family Daycare (SFDC) Registered from State Of New Jersey Department of Children and Families provides daycare facilities to Infants and Toddlers in a very neat, clean, and hygienic home environment. Sunflower Family Daycare LLC also provides services to after school and before school...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I would highly recommend Sunflower Family DayCare for your child. Our little one has been going to this homely family day care center for over 3 years now and we are amazed to see how he grew from a little baby to kindergartener (Starting Fall 2022). Suman and...

Pramit N


Rutgers-Livingston Day Care Center

Rutgers-Livingston Day Care Center

49 Joyce Kilmer Avenue, Piscataway, NJ

Costimate: $216/wk

4.0

(3)

Full-day care and education for children ages 20 months through first grade; 7:30AM - 5:30PM. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack included. Nationally accredited. First through fifth grade remote learning support.

Recent reviews:

5.0
R-LDCC is excellent! All the teachers at R-LDCC are well-trained, attentive, and competent. Their curriculum is play-based and the children get plenty of outdoor time. It is refreshing to see that the activities are not super structured and leave a lot of room for...

Srujana S


Songbirds Daycare

Songbirds Daycare

22 Meadowlark Lane, East Brunswick, NJ

Costimate: $241/wk

4.5

(2)

Professionally built daycare for children of all ages. Spacious, safe place for children to play, learn, and receive quality care in a home environment like they are used to. Located in East Brunswick, the children can move inside or outside in a fenced backyard during the warm months. Prices are...

Recent reviews:

4.0
I was so grateful for Songbirds Daycare! They were exactly what we needed and hoped for when looking for someone to watch our son. I felt at ease knowing that he would be safe and well looked after there. Thank you for all you do!

Abraham K


Superhero Schoolhouse

Superhero Schoolhouse

281 Johnsons Lane, Parlin, NJ

Starting at $190/wk

4.5

(6)

About Our Program - Daycare / Preschool / Aftercare & Drop-in Services Superhero Schoolhouse provides children the opportunity to build confidence and express their individuality through artistically enriching, intellectually stimulating and physically challenging activities. Our unique learning...

Recent reviews:

5.0
My two daughters goes to this school & they love it. The best decision I made for them. All staff and teacher's are awesome with the children's. I would definitely recommend for anyone that would like there child in the school.

Ruth R


Little Wonder World Daycare

Little Wonder World Daycare

388 Washington Road, Sayreville, NJ

Costimate: $250/wk

4.0

(6)

The individualized, open-learning program of our child care center is designed in accordance with the best standards of early childhood education. Our goal is to guide and direct each child so that he/she develops physical, social, creative and intellectual skills at his/her own rate of speed, in an...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I have two girls at this preschool, they tought them a lot of powerful Academic educations. They do daily advanced projects and sent them with activities, gifts, colorings and homework. They encouraged the kids to do their homework and when they return it they...

Jacklin A


All About Children Private In My Home

All About Children Private In My Home

284 Grove Ave, Woodbridge, NJ

Starting at $60/day

5.0

(8)

Childcare in my home (Woodbridge). SIBLING DISCOUNT! (Scroll down for info about tutoring) Please contact my CELL number at 732-277-8413 for more information I watch children in my home NEWBORN & UP. I'm also fully vaccinated. I'm an experienced stay at...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Carolina is FABULOUS. She has been a god send to us! My little one started with her when he was 4 months old (he's almost 2 now and still goes to her!). She is reliable and trustworthy and so easy to work with. I can't say enough good things!

Jaclyn W


Little Treasures Learning Center

Little Treasures Learning Center

2177 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ

Starting at $1090/mo

5.0

(2)

Little Treasures Learning Center is a high-quality childcare facility that provides a safe and fun, year round learning environment, excellent care and full educational programs from infants to the young children between the ages of 6 weeks and 6 years. We also offer a great Summer Camp program for...

Recent reviews:

5.0
From the time that they were just 6 months old until Pre-K, both of my children attended Little Treasures. Excellent staff at every stage of development! Kind and encouraging environment.

Trudy A


First Friends Child Care Center

First Friends Child Care Center

269 Highway 34, Matawan, NJ

Starting at $205/wk

3.0

(2)

First Friends in Matawan, NJ has been a local institution since 1986 and is conveniently located in Central NJ. We accept students from infancy to Kindergarten. Our seven acre location within minutes of Rt 9, the GSP parkway, the Old Bridge bus stop to NYC, and so much more has made it a popular...

Recent review:

5.0
We love First Friends. I have 3 children in this daycare and also send them to the summer camp and the place feels like a second home. The teachers are wonderful, most of them have been there since before we joined this daycare 10 years ago. We love that the...

Lucie M


Little Genius Academy of Metuchen

Little Genius Academy of Metuchen

344 Amboy Avenue, Metuchen, NJ

Costimate: $216/wk

5.0

(1)

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...

Recent review:

5.0
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 education, the new technology keeps parents in the loop, and most of all - I know my children are well taken care of...

Elizabeth C


I Can Kids Child Care and Learning Center

I Can Kids Child Care and Learning Center

806 Route 1 North, Edison, NJ

Costimate: $276/wk

5.0

(9)

At I Can Kids Child Care and Learning Center, our mission is to provide children with the foundation needed for a happy and successful life. What is the key? Having an 'I CAN' positive attitude! We'll help encourage your child to be more confident, self-reliant and empowered. We offer a New Jersey...

Recent reviews:

5.0
As a stay at home mom going back to work for the first time, I had very mixed feelings about putting my just turned 2 year old in a daycare. After visiting many where my son refused to even leave my side, I Can Kids was the first place that he actually wanted to be...

Juaneata M


Joyful Days LLC

Joyful Days LLC

78 Wolff Ave, Edison, NJ

Costimate: $220/wk

5.0

(6)

At Joyful Day LLC, we believe parents are the most important people in a child's life, however, we are committed to providing high quality child care in a family like atmosphere, while supporting you as a family. Because we know families are unique, we offer per diem rates as well as temporary...

Recent reviews:

5.0
We are so blessed to have found Joyful Days. The love and care my newborn baby(now toddler) receives from Sheretta and Ms. Maxine is beyond my expectations. My son enjoys being here everyday where he has learned so much already and gets to interact with other...

Georgette N


Springdale Montessori

Springdale Montessori

23 Gill Lane, Iselin, NJ

Costimate: $204/wk

3.7

(3)

At Springdale Montessori we have committed ourselves to achieving the following goals for our children and families: To provide a solid academic foundation through the Montessori Philosophy To assist children in developing a positive self-image. To provide a child-centered environment that...

Recent reviews:

5.0
This is the Best Children Daycare you can find in Woodbridge, Iselin area. My child has been going there from last 3 years, I was recommended by another parent to go to this school and so far it has been excellent experience with them. My daughter has been...

Carrie C


Little Genius Academy

Little Genius Academy

344 Amboy Avenue, Metuchen, NJ

Costimate: $216/wk

5.0

(1)

At Little Genius Academy we are committed to creating a nurturing, stimulating, and accepting learning environment that provides children with the tools they need for future happiness and success. Our curriculum meets the needs of children and families through the use of specific, age-appropriate...

Recent review:

5.0
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 education, the new technology keeps parents in the loop, and most of all - I know my children are well taken care of...

Elizabeth C


John Kenney Child Care Center At Heller Park

John Kenney Child Care Center At Heller Park

211 Mill Rd, Edison, NJ

Costimate: $217/wk

5.0

(2)

Welcome to John Kenney, where we offer subsidized quality child care for Heller Park employees, Edison Residents, & Edison Township employees! The John Kenney Child Care Center is the fulfillment of a promise made by developer Isaac Heller to the people of Edison. In 1987, Mr. Heller, Chairman...

Recent reviews:

5.0
My son attended John Kenney for more than 3 years until he started 1st grade, we loved the daycare, the teachers and the assistants. The staff is very friendly and welcoming, the program is great and they constantly have different activities for the whole family to...

Diana M


Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

367 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, NJ

Starting at $1048/mo

4.0

(4)

The goal of The Little Earth Shepherds Preschool is to nurture each child in a loving and caring atmosphere while helping each of them to grow and develop age-appropriate physical, intellectual and social skills. Our school participates in the "Grow NJ Kids Program." This program is an NJ State...

Recent reviews:

5.0
My son loved his time at LES and still to this day talks about his friends and teachers (5 years ago!) He went into kindergarten with a great attitude about school and thrived in class due to the content and structure he had at LES. We are so excited for our...

Laura D


Medina's Academy

Medina's Academy

781 Hamilton Street, Somerset, NJ

Starting at $175/wk

5.0

(2)

We offer a diverse education consisting of a mix between the best aspects of the creative curriculum as well as the Montessori teaching method. We have an indoor as well as outdoor playground area. We also provide lunch meals to all of our kids. Give us a call and set up a tour to see our...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Well kept cleaned and organized center. Met with the owners who were very welcoming. Definitely going to look into enrolling my son.

Sarah K


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