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We have 60 drop-in child care in Jersey City, NJ! Compare and find the best drop-in child care to fit your needs.

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PARK PREP ACADEMY

519 CENTRAL AVE JERSEY CITY, NJ

5.0(2)

2 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Greetings from Park Prep Academy! We are a family-owned and operated preschool igniting curiosity and fostering a love of learning amongst our students utilizing the Bank Street's Developmental-Interaction approach. For nearly 18 years, Park Prep Academy has proven to be one of the premier preschools in Hudson County valuing and requiring the highest training from our early childhood educators who provide direct care for all students daily. If you are looking for a more connected experience in your child's first educational journey, you have come to the right place! We look forward to meeting with you soon and showing you the specialties of our school which we are so passionate about.

Care Member says "Don't hesitate on PPA! They are one of the best pre-schools around for the following reasons: 1. The teachers at PPA have an outstanding care for their...

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Smart Start Academy-Jersey

532 JERSEY AVE JERSEY CITY, NJ

5.0(1)

2 mi

starting at
$2000/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Waldorf
Outdoor/nature
Academic
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We provide exceptional early childhood education for children 6 weeks to 6 years old. Our campus's are state of the art and are perfectly located near all public transportation into NYC. At S.S.A we are an all inclusive preschool that offers extended hours from 7am-7pm Monday through Friday and caring that extends outside the classroom on the weekends. We have a in house chef at all of our standard centers that allows us to provide your child with a healthy organic 5 course meal throughout his/her day. Our campus's include special guest, stem labs, field trips, indoor/outdoor Playgrounds and so much more! Come an experience what the neighborhood is talking about at the best preschool in Hudson county, Smart Start Academy. Our rates for childcare range between $1400-$2300 per month. (depending on amount of days and age of student)

Mary C. says "They're awesome, my son has been there for 4 years and my daughter will be attending soon too. The staff is incredible and they have a lot of different...

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KEY ELEMENT LEARNING

338 GROVE ST JERSEY CITY, NJ

5.0(3)

2 mi

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Day Care
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Our Mission and Philosophy KEL's philosophy centers on bilingual education, supportive relationships, intellectual curiosity, and an engaged community. Key Element Learning is a diverse and multicultural school community that develops astute students who become bilingual in Mandarin, Spanish, or French. Our curriculum supports English and dual-language learning, and it helps children build stronger communication skills and better understand different cultures. We value curious, active, and growth mindsets and nurture all aspects of human development—intellectual, physical, creative, social, and emotional. One of the great assets of our school is that we have families from all over the world, and many of our children are bilingual, bringing a lot to our community and curriculum. We encourage them to use their Mandarin, Spanish, and French, for instance, in the classroom. Children also have an exciting environment to learn a new language through their peers and the classroom. Children at Key Element Learning are very accustomed to hearing different voices and languages, which is a powerful feature of our program. KEL's units of study, monthly theme, weekly question, classroom activities, outdoor activities, and lessons are carefully designed to ensure developmentally appropriate, language-rich programs where the curriculum is responsive to each child's interests and individual development. We believe that each child can excel at KEL. Our enriched curriculum, play-based learning, cooperative group work, hands-on activities, and responsive classrooms are deliberately structured to channel children's innate curiosity about their community, inspiring an early love for learning that serves as a foundation for academic success. Our small class sizes and high teacher-student ratios provide students with a learning environment that emphasizes a child-centric and developmentally appropriate approach to teaching a whole child and inspiring each child's creativity and character. Community-building activities foster responsibility, encourage learning from one another, and form relationships that will continue throughout their time at KEL. Visit us at: https://www.keyelementlearning.com KEL's Locations 338 Grove Street, Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ 207 Van Vorst Street, Jersey City, NJ

Rosita B. says "Go above and beyond! Both my kids are learning so much! Everything is great!"

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THE WONDER YEARS

255 CENTRAL AVE JERSEY CITY, NJ

5.0(1)

2 mi

starting at
$100/mo
Child care
Preschool
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Ivy Primary Prep

675 MONMOUTH ST JERSEY CITY, NJ

2 mi

starting at
$1895/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
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At Ivy Primary Prep we have taken an innovative approach to focus on development of the whole student by emphasizing a curriculum that includes physical, social, and emotional components. Each class is capped at 10 students to foster an academically challenging environment with maximum student-teacher engagement. Our IVY Path ensures that a high-quality learning experience is tailored to each child’s learning abilities. With a STEAM program incorporated into our curriculum, our young thinkers are encouraged to explore, discover and understand the world around them. IVY Path curriculum is aligned to research-based standards for student success. These standards allow our teachers to track developmental milestones and inform individualized lesson plans based on our students' learning abilities. Ivy Primary Prep is located in The Enclave in Jersey City. We are conveniently located at the nexus of two cities, Hoboken and Jersey City. Our school is nestled in an urban cul-de-sac with easy curbside drop-off. We offer accessibility at its very finest, with walkability and easy access to the Hamilton Park, Newport, PATH, NJ Turnpike, and Holland Tunnel.
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Smart Start Academy Nursery

180 NEWARK AVE JERSEY CITY, NJ

2 mi

starting at
$2350/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Waldorf
Outdoor/nature
Academic
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We provide exceptional early childhood education for children 6 weeks to 6 years old. Our campus's are state of the art and are perfectly located near all public transportation into NYC. At S.S.A we are an all inclusive preschool that offers extended hours from 7am-7pm Monday through Friday and caring that extends outside the classroom on the weekends. We have a in house chef at all of our standard centers that allows us to provide your child with a healthy organic 5 course meal throughout his/her day. Our campus's include special guest, stem labs, field trips, indoor/outdoor Playgrounds and so much more! Come an experience what the neighborhood is talking about at the best preschool in Hudson county, Smart Start Academy. Our rates for childcare range between $1400-$2300 per month. (depending on amount of days and age of student)
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Smart Start Academy Heights

462 CENTRAL AVE JERSEY CITY, NJ

2 mi

starting at
$1600/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Waldorf
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We provide exceptional early childhood education for children 6 weeks to 6 years old. Our campus's are state of the art and are perfectly located near all public transportation into NYC. At S.S.A we are an all inclusive preschool that offers extended hours from 7am-7pm Monday through Friday and caring that extends outside the classroom on the weekends. We have a in house chef at all of our standard centers that allows us to provide your child with a healthy organic 5 course meal throughout his/her day. Our campus's include special guest, stem labs, field trips, indoor/outdoor Playgrounds and so much more! Come an experience what the neighborhood is talking about at the best preschool in Hudson county, Smart Start Academy. Our rates for childcare range between $900-$1600 per month. (depending on amount of days and age of student)
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S.S.A Express

102 BRUNSWICK ST JERSEY CITY, NJ

1 mi

starting at
$1700/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Waldorf
Outdoor/nature
Academic
+ 4 more
We provide exceptional early childhood education for children 6 weeks to 6 years old. Our campus's are state of the art and are perfectly located near all public transportation into NYC. At S.S.A we are an all inclusive preschool that offers extended hours from 8am-5pm Monday through Friday and caring that extends outside the classroom on the weekends. Come an experience what the neighborhood is talking about at the best preschool in Hudson county, Smart Start Academy. Our rates for childcare range between $1000-$1700 per month. (depending on amount of days and age of student)
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Smart Start Academy Palisade Square

502 PALISADE AVE JERSEY CITY, NJ

2 mi

starting at
$2350/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Waldorf
Outdoor/nature
Academic
+ 4 more
We provide exceptional early childhood education for children 6 weeks to 6 years old. Our campus's are state of the art and are perfectly located near all public transportation into NYC. At S.S.A we are an all inclusive preschool that offers extended hours from 7am-7pm Monday through Friday and caring that extends outside the classroom on the weekends. We have a in house chef at all of our standard centers that allows us to provide your child with a healthy organic 5 course meal throughout his/her day. Our campus's include special guest, stem labs, field trips, indoor/outdoor Playgrounds and so much more! Come an experience what the neighborhood is talking about at the best preschool in Hudson county, Smart Start Academy. Our rates for childcare range between $1400-$2300 per month. (depending on amount of days and age of student)
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Kreative Kids DayCare

9 Wegman Court Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)

2 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Academic
In-Home daycare
Kreative Kids is a registered and loving family child care business that services a mixed age group of children of ages 6 weeks to 10 years old. Our Mission Statement is "the fruitage of the womb is a reward!" We view our children as "young scholars" and treat them as an inheritance and precious gift from God. We teach and encourage them to thrive, grow and blossom as precious flowers. Our vision is to provide a safe, well planned and nurturing learning environment based on purposeful play activities that stimulate early care and an educational experience in language, social and physical development. We are committed to providing the highest-quality child care that helps children, families and employers work together to be their very best. We strive to nurture each child's unique qualities to develop self-confidence, self-responsibility and become self-learners; have an organized curriculum/program that aims to help each child develop and blossom; have strong emphasis on family involvement to help children succeed. We also promote early literacy, "Dig into Reading, exposure and experience into our daily routine. We provide healthy and nutritious meals based on the USDA guidelines. National Accreditation for Family Child Care (NAFCC) Specialize in Infant and Toddler Care Experienced working with Special Needs Federal and State Background check Infant/Child CPR & Standard First Aid Over 25 years in the Banking Industry, specializing in Business Continuity and Emergency Preparedness.

EJ's E says "Kreative Kids has an atmosphere that any mother (or grandmother would love). The staff and the owner are lovingly and attentively involved with all the...

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Cari's Little Friends

51 Sherman Place Jersey City, NJ

3.7(6)

2 mi

Flexibility. No contracts or long term commitments. Certified personnel state licensed facility. We offer a loving, nurturing drop-in, home environment nursery school and child care with small group setting for ages 3 months to 4 years. We offer the "Your Baby Can Read Program."

Ruth C. says "We've sent our girls to Rosa for 4 years now and have had nothing but a great experience. My daughters have learned to sing, dance, sign, swim, speak a...

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Pick Up And Drop Off Service For Kids

50 Wallis Ave Jersey City, NJ

1 mi

I can do pick up and drop off services for kids around where I live. Please call me at 201-552-8298.
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Future Generation Before/After School Program

3487-89 Kennedy Blvd Jersey City, NJ

2 mi

Future Generation Provides Before/After School Services to children ages 5-12 years of age. We pick up and drop off at Public School # 25/27 We are open 6:30-8:30 am and 2:00-6:30 pm. Future Generation also provides care on days when school is closed and during the summer.
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Learn & Grow Child Care Center

165 Hutton Street Jersey City, NJ

2 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Licensed Child Care Center with Professional and Lovely Child Care, Preschool and After school Programs, Flexible hour, Full and Part time enrollment available, we provide extended hours of care ( from 7:00 am to 6:30pm) Affordable tuition. We pick and drop children from the school. We are serving the community since 1999. Call or visit us for more information.
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The Place for Learning

8 Chapel Avenue Jersey City, NJ

2 mi

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
Cooperative
Academic
+ 1 more
Developmentally appropriate, safe, super-clean, early learning center that offers amazingly exceptional care for infants and toddlers, and effective after-school program for students in grades 3-7 that includes tutoring, homework help, project help and test prep (Math, English, Spanish etc.) along with workshops in photojournalism, chess, intro to programming and robotics. Teachers are amazing, location is beautiful and camera access is provided to parents. Come tour 201-779-6275.
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Sunny Kids Inc

39th Place Between 50th Ave And Laurel Hill Blvd Sunnyside, NY

5.0(1)

8 mi

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
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We are an enthusiastic team dedicated to guide them with fun activities as they learn about the world around them. Our location has been renovated into a child safe, hazard free zone with 24-hour surveillance, where I follow all of NYS Child day care provisions. A schedule of balanced playtime, indoor/outdoor learning activities (weather permitting) and mealtimes. We have a history of Volunteering on weekends with Autistic children, where we would do Art and Music Therapy with them while their parents had a Saturday morning and afternoon off. We are open Monday thru Friday and from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. with flexible early drop off and late pick ups when necessary. The rate-list is broken down by the amount of days a week and amount of daily hours needed by the parent. (Average tuition rates vary beginning as low as $1000/mo up to $1400/mo depending on schedule needed.) Our daily goal is to engage your child in productive activity as well as meet all of your needs in the process.

Jhirachan says "overall outstanding........just gonna miss this place as my daughter is going for Pre-K. god bless you and thanks for everything, will keep in touch."

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HONEYDEW DROP FAMILY OF CHILDCARE SERVICES

1113 CHURCH AVE BROOKLYN, NY

5.0(5)

8 mi

starting at
$1500/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Preschool
**We are hosting an open house for our Park Slope and Church Avenue locations!** Honeydew Drop Park Slope October 18th, 2025 10AM-12PM 277 14th Street, Brooklyn, NY Ages: 2-4 Honeydew Drop Church Avenue October 25th, 2025 10AM-12PM 1113 Church Avenue, Brooklyn, NY Ages: 2-3 We provide childcare services for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Furthermore, we have been a part of the Brooklyn community for over 25 years and operate three locations: Honeydew Drop Church Avenue Infants to 3K Programs Honeydew Drop Park Slope Infants to 3K Programs Honeydew Drop Fort Greene Infants and Toddlers Programs To inquire about available spaces, kindly complete this form, and our enrollment director will respond to you at the earliest opportunity. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyH0KzyjDTZ0GyK0-FzKSIVYpyzRlYx_xE2BLmtl0o2zSKJg/viewform

Care Member says "As a previous parent, I'm really happy I discovered Honeydew Drop for my kid. My husband and I both have demanding jobs and were searching for a place...

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Fadima M Ba

846 KNICKERBOCKER AVE APT 1 BROOKLYN, NY

5.0(2)

9 mi

starting at
$1300/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Our child daycare offers a comprehensive curriculum focusing on educational and developmental activities such as art, music, and outdoor play. Safety and security are paramount, with thorough childproofing and background-checked staff. Nutritious meals are provided, catering to various dietary needs. Our qualified caregivers are trained in early childhood education and CPR/first aid. We offer flexible scheduling options, including full-time, part-time, and drop-in care with extended hours. Regular parent communication keeps families informed, while enrichment opportunities like dance classes and STEM workshops add value to our program.

Care Member says "She is wonderful special lady taking good care of the kids. Always my daughter don’t want leave when I got to pick her. "

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Early Scholars

3443 24th Street Astoria, NY

5.0(2)

8 mi

Hello, my name is Angelina Cintron and I operate a homemade Childcare Center in the local Astoria area in area code 11106. The Early Scholars Education Program operates on the notion that children grow and learn most efficiency with consistent hands on exploration and experiences. This program promotes young children to make their own decisions and seek discoveries from a nurturing and positively stimulating atmosphere. While cultivating each child's unique personality, I also strive and take pride in preparing and guiding their social growth based on an invigorating group setting. Children are also prepared for early academics as they grow towards their school aged years. Recognizing that no two children are on the same developmental path, this program adjusts purposeful education that incorporates flexible learning and care to foster each child's individual needs and interests. More than just a daycare, I offer young children the opportunity to become a part of a loving, healthy, and safe community to help them flourish and reach their true potential. This program provides care for ages 6 weeks to 5 years old and school aged during Summer and days schools are closed. Please contact me for a tour/interview at 347-832-0320, 914-355-0320 or earlyscholars@hotmail.com Services offered: *Flexible and affordable tuition rates and hours (please inquire within) *3 Daily Nutritious snacks *Weekly Lesson planning to promote early academics tailored to your child's current age and developmental stage *Emergency/Drop off Back up care *Outdoor exploration *Daily reports/documentations of your child's developmental progress via email and paper (including photos and live video ) Qualifications: *Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education (birth-2 years) *Trained in (adult and pediatric) CPR, First Aid, AED (manual and automatic) and fire extinguisher usage. *M.A.T (Medication Administration Training) to administer over the counter and prescribed medications. *Qualified to diagnose and treat airway obstructions, external bleeding and shock, broken bones, burns, hygiene/sanitation and evaluate hazardous symptoms by establishing basic medical treatments for adults, young children and infants. Also trained to perform Heimlich maneuver. *SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) and Shaken Baby Syndrome awareness training. *Blood Borne Pathogen and Infectious Control Disease Trainings. *Mandated Child Abuse Reporter. *7 Years of experience and mother of 2.

Krishna says "Angelina is a great care giver! My son Matteo has learn so much at her daycare. He has learn to communicate better his wants and needs. He has made so...

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The Learning Factory

503 EVERGREEN AVE BROOKLYN, NY

5.0(5)

9 mi

starting at
$1300/mo
Reggio emilia
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
The Learning Factory is more than just your average childcare center. We have program where children and families love to come learn, play, grow. They love us so much they are upset to go home because of the fun we had learning! We provide opportunities for children to explore, imagine, and foster a lifelong love of learning. In addition, we build strong ties with parents and communities to share our passion for education and meet children's ever-changing needs. We have high standards for quality education for the communities we serve. We intentionally staff our schools with teachers who are talented, fun, and genuinely enthusiastic about child development and learning. We provide safe, healthy, caring, and stimulating environment for children ages 6 weeks through 13 years old. The program is oriented to the individual child and attends to the cultural diversity and differing needs, interests and developmental levels of the children served. Our high scope curriculum involves Abeka, Aleks, Reggio Emilio, Prodigy, & S.T.E.A.M. Our childcare center is a learning factory; hence the name; where children use their curious minds, become creative, explore, and learning about everything the world offers. We are culturally diverse and have culturally diverse S.T.E.A.M Characters that children can related, have fun, and learn with alongside with qualified staff. Children develop cognitive skills through math, science, social studies, and reading. Create social skills through dramatic play and group interactions, and they grow as individuals through physical activities and technology exploration. We encourage collaboration, cherish open communication, and create an outstanding work-life balance by supporting leaders, teachers, and families every step of the way. The Learning Factory is licensed by the New York City Department of Health, Bureau of Day Care, and provides year-round services for children of New York State employees and the community-at-large.

Care Member says "Our daughter has been at The Learning Factory for a few months now, and it somehow feels like years. We have loved watching her grow and shine in a...

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Recent drop-in child care reviews from local parents in Jersey City, NJ

Drop-In Child Care in Jersey City, NJ are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in child care

PARK PREP ACADEMY

Don't hesitate on PPA! They are one of the best pre-schools around for the following reasons: 1. The teachers at PPA have an outstanding...

- Care member

Smart Start Academy-Jersey

They're awesome, my son has been there for 4 years and my daughter will be attending soon too. The staff is incredible and they have a lot...

- Mary C.

KEY ELEMENT LEARNING

Go above and beyond! Both my kids are learning so much! Everything is great!

- Rosita B.

FAQs for finding drop-in child care near you in Jersey City, NJ

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When you drop your child off near you in Jersey City, NJ, you should expect to provide the provider with necessary information about your family and your child’s dietary needs, health concerns, and any allergies and medications. It's bes to discuss any particular requests or expectations ahead of time, but be prepared to further review any special circumstances or questions you have during the first drop off.You may also find it helpful to talk about drop off and pick up procedures as well as safety rules with your child ahead of their first day. Setting them up for success by ensuring everyone is comfortable with the arrangement will help make it a stree-free drop off!

Drop-in child care can be a great way to accommodate the ever-shifting needs of families, but it's important to make sure you are taking the necessary precautions before relying on drop-in child care. Make sure to thoroughly research any drop-in child care facility near you in Jersey City, NJ you're considering, including checking reviews and discussing any questions you have. When you visit the drop-in care center in person, take time to observe and ask questions about their practices and policies, and ask about what supplies you'll need to send with your child.

Drop-in child care hours in Jersey City, NJ will vary by location, but typically these services are available throughout the day. Most drop-in child care centers will open for business around 8 AM and close after 5 PM, although this can vary depending on the center’s size and organization. Some drop-in child care centers may have extended hours, so be sure to discuss your scheduling needs when interviewing your options.

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