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Drop-In Child Care in Lodi, NJ are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in child care

Nell's Nursery & Preschool

We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Nell’s Nursery! The facility it beautiful with a large space for outdoor play. More...

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Happy Face Child Care

Rosa is amazing at what she does! I always feel safe dropping my son off everyday. Rosa cares for him and the other children like they are...

- Melissa C.

Educational Counseling Services

July 7, 2018 I'm a single mom working full time job with different hours. I looked online one day and found ECS . My children have been...

- Alice W.

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Nell's Nursery & Preschool

83 KEASLER AVE LODI, NJ

5.0(7)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Nell's Nursery and Preschool is a nurturing and reliable childcare center that focuses on your child's readiness for primary school success. Our teachers and staff encourage our children's creativity, confidence, and compassion for themselves and others. We promote each child as an individual and want them to be at their highest...

Care Member says "We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Nell’s Nursery! The facility it beautiful with a large space for outdoor play. More importantly, the staff...

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Happy Face Child Care

99 Garfield Avenue Lodi, NJ

4.9(11)
Do you need a day off or a last-minute childcare? Do you need a trustworthy childcare? While your child is in my care, I will nurture and attend to his or her needs as an individual. As a team, you and I can assure we take the steps to help your child become a confident, happy, independent individual. Please click this link...

Melissa C. says "Rosa is amazing at what she does! I always feel safe dropping my son off everyday. Rosa cares for him and the other children like they are her own. She...

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Educational Counseling Services

137145 North 3rd St Paterson, NJ

5.0(3)
Special needs
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
*Child Care Age: 2 1/2 to 13 * Professional and Quality Staff *Call today and start tomorrow *Academic, Arts & Crafts, * Immersion Spanish * Child Care for Homeschoolers *Before Care/After Care. *Drop-In Service (school closures). *Child Care Monday-Friday 7:30 am- 5:30 pm.extended hours Saturday 8:00 am-3:00 pm by appt....

Alice W. says "July 7, 2018 I'm a single mom working full time job with different hours. I looked online one day and found ECS . My children have been attending classes...

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The Kid's Room

3410 KINGSBRIDGE AVE BRONX, NY

5.0(11)

State license verified

starting at
$1515/mo
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
The Kid's Room is a Child Care center in BRONX, NY. They offer Academic, Cooperative, Developmental (play-based), Child development associate (cda), Cpr training, Early child development coursework, First aid training, In-home/family day care, After school programs, Before school programs, Emergency backup care, Meals provided,...

Care Member says "My very favorite caretaker. I always felt like we were working together as a team. Very energetic and positive. Great open communication."

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Lily Pond Country Day School

184 Rivervale Rd River Vale, NJ

4.9(10)

State license verified

Academic
Child care
Preschool
The Lily Pond Country Day School provides a high-quality education for children ranging in age from 3 months to 6 years. Lily Ponds teachers are credentialed with degrees in education and the averaged tenured teacher has been on board for over 9 years. Our philosophy is simple - happy children and very happy mom's. We achieve...

Brianne C. says "We enrolled both of our children at Lily Pond last summer and we could not be happier. The directors and all the teachers are amazing, caring, kind and...

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Together Learning Center/NVPS

219 Washington Avenue Dumont, NJ

4.6(24)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
We've got heart & here is "where TOGETHER happens." Licensed for ages 2-13. Full Day, Before and After School Care. AM & PM Pre-School Program. New curriculum that is full and sensory rich with technology programs available. Open year round - 7am - 6pm. Conveniently located with NYC transportation at our...

Hilda C. says "What a great school! This playground is huge! My daughter has learned so much! the curriculum is fantastic! ASL, yoga, movement classes, STEM learning,...

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Sunshine Clubhouse Childcare Center LLC

436 RIDGE RD N ARLINGTON, NJ

5.0(11)

State license verified

starting at
$800/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Our school provides a healthy, safe environment for children to be while they are away from home. Here they will learn foundation skills to be ready for kindergarten. Each class provides a loving developmentally appropriate environment where children can develop their social, emotional and cognitive skills. We focus on the...

Care Member says "Sunshine Clubhouse Childcare Center has been by far the best place to take my children. Upon entering you feel the warm cozy and clean environment. The...

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Awe and Wonders Daycare

2800 Bailey Ave BRONX, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1500/mo
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
+ 3 more
Families choose Awe and Wonders Daycare for its safe, nurturing, and bilingual environment that inspires creativity, learning, and growth in every child.
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Nicole's Little Angels LLC

9 BIRCH AVE CALDWELL, NJ

5.0(4)
starting at
$1800/mo
Special needs
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
+ 1 more
UPDATED!! WE have 5 full-time spots available 2 infants and 3 preschoolers For SEPTEMBER 2024 DON'T WAIT ENROLL TODAY! Philosophy We believe children experience the greatest growth when they feel secure and loved. Therefore, we at Nicole Little Angels LLC will provide our children with a warm, caring, comfortable, and...

Genevive J. says "Nicole is amazing, her personality is wonderful. She has a love for children, and she is very gifted in that area. Highly recommend! "

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OV BABIES EARLY LEARNING - A REGGIO INSPIRED CENTE

95 NJ-17 S PARAMUS, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1250/mo
Reggio emilia
Child care
OV Babies Early Learning Center, located in Paramus, NJ, is a Reggio-inspired program serving children ages 6 months to 5 years. The center provides a nurturing, play-based environment that supports exploration, creativity, and early learning. With a focus on individualized care and hands-on experiences, OV Babies encourages...

Care Member says "Trusting the provider who will care for your precious child is one of the toughest decisions a parent can make. My husband and I were especially...

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Ana's Sunshine Daycare Inc.

1325 Clinton Avenue Bronx Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Welcome to Ana's Sunshine Daycare - where the priority is the welfare of your children. In this place you as parents may be confident that your greatest treasures that are your children will be well cared for, and they will develop their speech and knowledge, as well as socialize with other children. All meals are provided and...
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Cuddly Bundles Childcare

137 E 150th St Bronx, NY

5.0(3)
Waldorf
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
+ 3 more
Our program has been developed to promote the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child. We believe that each child is a unique individual. We gear our activities to interest and challenge the child at his or her own ability level.

Dorian D says "Cuddly Bundles is a life saver. My son has received childcare here since he was 6 months. He has developed so much and I enjoy the activities that he has...

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Clifton Playhaus

66 Second St Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
We offer a secure, nurturing environment in which children are able to establish the solid educational foundations they need to assure success in future academic endeavors. Our program is specifically developed for each age group and ensures that all of our children receive the necessary emotional, physical and educational...

J.W says "I met with the Director Sandra. She has such a beautiful spirit. I told her some of the concerns I had at my prior daycare and she reassured me that it...

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Petite Smiles Daycare

69 Bennett Avenue New York, NY

4.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
In-Home daycare
Reggio inspired multilingual childcare. Inviting children to learn by play, because play is children's everyday work. We believe in hands-on approach, that fosters a caring and creative enviroment, emphasizing on the social, emotional, intellectual and physical development of each individual child. We encourage cross-cultural...
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SYF Daycare group family corp

2272 University Avenue BRONX, NY

5.0(6)

State license verified

starting at
$400/mo
In-Home daycare
Tenemos años de experiencia ,con un cuidado excelente para sus niños con comida saludables y nutritiva cuidando su salud con un ambiente agradable con actividades de acuerdo a su edad y capacidad de cada niño individual aquí hacemos todo con dedicación y mucho amor , paz y armonía para que sus niños siempre estén relajados y a...

Care Member says "My baby was here for 3 years, excellent care and dedication."

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Encarnacion, Dolores

972 SHERMAN AVE APT 3C FL 3 BRONX, NY

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1400/mo
Academic
In-Home daycare
This daycare is responsible for caring for young children while teaching them the basic skills children need to master along the way. Dolores Encarnacion daycare providers are responsible for providing children with a safe and clean environment full of learning experiences and resources using an "experience curriculum". Our...

Leslie A. says "She cares for my child and she has the passion for it. My child loves her like a mother. She is so awesome! "

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creative beginnings preschool

36 GOULD ST VERONA, NJ

5.0(9)

State license verified

starting at
$800/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Our school provides a healthy, safe environment for children to be while they are away from home. Here they will learn foundation skills to be ready for kindergarten. Each class provides a loving developmentally appropriate environment where children can develop their social, emotional and cognitive skills. We focus on the...

Care Member says "My Daughter loved this school, we were so sad when we moved. Luckily the owners have another center closer to where we moved. We were able to get the...

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THE WONDER YEARS

255 CENTRAL AVE JERSEY CITY, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$100/mo
Child care
Preschool
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PARK PREP ACADEMY

519 CENTRAL AVE JERSEY CITY, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
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...

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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James, Yvonne

179 BENNETT AVE APT 8G NEW YORK, NY

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$350/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
In-Home daycare

Diana .. says "The providers are very caring and loving, and they have a great schedule of activities for the kids. The home setting feels like two large living rooms,...

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When you drop your child off near you in Lodi, 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 Lodi, 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 Lodi, 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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