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Drop-In Child Care in Maplewood, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in child care

TEACH Academy ChildCare

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

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Little Papayas In Home Child Care

Mya is so much more than a caregiver! Mya is amazing at what she does. Mya is a dedicated and passionate provider who goes above and beyond...

- Paige B

Nicole's Little Angels LLC

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

- Genevive J.

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TEACH Academy ChildCare

2115 MILLBURN AVE MAPLEWOOD, NJ

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1575/mo
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
+ 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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Mina's Kids Day Care Center

1757 Springfield Ave Maplewood, NJ

Child care
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Little Papayas In Home Child Care

Raritan Rd Roselle, NJ

5.0(1)
Little Papayas is run by a dedicated caregiver, Mya, a certified childcare provider with CPR certification and over six years of experience caring for young children. I offer affordable, all-inclusive care for child aged 0-6 years old. For more information, visit our website littlepapayas.com or view details below. Services...

Paige B says "Mya is so much more than a caregiver! Mya is amazing at what she does. Mya is a dedicated and passionate provider who goes above and beyond for all...

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Nicole's Little Angels LLC

9 BIRCH AVE CALDWELL, NJ

5.0(4)
starting at
$1800/mo
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
+ 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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Early Start Day Care Center

2402 Hamlette Place Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(7)
Child care
Preschool
I have BA degree in Education with graduate level courses and 20 years of experience working with and taking care of children as a Pre-K Teacher, Elementary School Teacher, Day Care Supervisor and 5 years running my own business. I'm certified in: First Aid, Infant/Child/Adult CPR, Emergency and Disaster Preparedness and SIDS...

Elisa says "I highly recommend. In this day care, run by an experienced teacher, your child will receive individual attention to his/her individual needs, in a clean...

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Little Munchkin Learner's

100 AVALON Roseland, NJ

5.0(7)
HELLO PARENTS, LITTLE MUNCHKIN LEARNER'S Little Munchkin Learner's shapes the lives of our little ones and helps them grow and develop as individuals. Little Munchkin Learner's offers an experience flush with fun, friendship, learning, and adventure. Join us ! LITTLE MUNCHKIN FULL TIME CARE, PART TIME CARE, REMOTE...

Debbie S. says "Love this place. I know my son is safe, happy, and well taken care of."

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The Orchard School

360 Passaic Ave Caldwell, NJ

5.0(1)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
+ 3 more
We are licensed for infants to 13 years. We are very busy year-round offering: Preschool/childcare, school-aged before and after school care with homework help groups, social skills music, and art. Our children are advanced in their skills because of the individualized attention that we provide at our school. We like to think of...

Morgan L says "Orchard school gives one of the best experiences for preschoolers!"

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Precious Feet Christian Daycare and Academy

189 STUYVESANT AVE NEWARK, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool

Oneila .. says "The director is an excellent person and has a nice personality and is understanding when she takes care of your child. She understands like a mother and...

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LITTLE SCHOLAR NURSERY SCHOOL

444 UNION AVE BELLEVILLE, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Montessori
Day Care
+ 3 more
At Little Scholar... It is very important to provide children with a safe nurturing environment in which they can learn and succeed in life. At Little Scholar we strive to do just that. Our preschool has been providing early childhood services in Belleville/Nutley since 1978. Combined the staff at Little Scholar has over...

Anita C. says "Very caring staff members and teachers! They are also very good with communication."

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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
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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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creative beginnings preschool

36 GOULD ST VERONA, NJ

5.0(9)

State license verified

starting at
$800/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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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Adventure Awaits Childcare

903 S BEVERWYCK RD PARSIPPANY, NJ

5.0(1)
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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Dream Daycare Inc

1107 W HENRY STREET Linden, NJ

5.0(2)
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
We are a home based family Daycare. We have been involved with children for the past 8 years. We can assure you that your child will be in good care and will enjoy being in our home environment. You are very welcome to visit us anytime. We look forward to working with you.

Carline L says "The best child care services in Irvington NJ. She is an excellent provider."

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Collective Community Services, LLC

3840 HOMESTEAD PARK NEWARK, NJ

5.0(5)
starting at
$1600/mo
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare

Care Member says "Yes this was great experience for my kids nice and clean day care and definitely great with children….."

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Nicole's Little Angels

9 Birch Ave North Caldwell, NJ

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Services: Daycare, Emergency care, All Day Virtual Assistance/Daycare, Daily Drop-ins, Date night, Weekend care, Summer Camp, Tutoring, Short Stays, Social Play Groups
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Scotch Plains Montessori

1577E 2nd Street Scotch Plains, NJ

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
+ 3 more
Our philosophy is to compliment varying learning styles while reinforcing boundaries to each child with a more hands-on approach from our team of educators. Scotch Plains Montessori serves children from four months to six years of age. Our key components include early opening and flexible after hours, full day and half-day...
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Little Friends of Chatham

322 Main St. Chatham, NJ

Child care
Preschool
Little Friends of Chatham (formerly Little Friends Day School) is a daycare and preschool servicing children ages 6 weeks to 6 years of age. Full-time and part-time scheduling is available. We pride ourselves on being extremely flexible with scheduling. We are open from 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. with extended hours to 7:00 p.m. for an...
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Lightbridge Academy - Bayonne

191 LeFante Way BAYONNE, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool
+ 1 more
Welcome! We are excited to be a part of the Bayonne community! As The Solution for Working Families®, we are more than a daycare, we are here to support you as an extension of your family and a true partner in your child’s early education and development. Our state-of-the-art child care center is currently under construction and...
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Bright Start Early Learning Center

28 LIVINGSTON AVE ROSELAND, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$800/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Day Care
+ 1 more
This is a family run school school our mission is to provide the top education for your students and families. We offer hot lunch, soccer on Tuesday and dance on Thursdays that is included! We have special family nights like bingo, family picnic , pajama days. We also offer weekly and monthly news letters! we would love for you...
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Lil Wonders Of The World

111 South Avenue Staten Island, NY

6 wks 12 yrs old! (full time/part time available) NYS Licensed Daycare celebrating almost a decade of providing exceptional quality care CPR/First Aid Certified Highly qualified & experienced staff Teaching age level academics Preschool/Kindergarten curriculum utilizing the latest literacy programs FUNEROBICS...
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You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Maplewood, NJ. You can start by narrowing down options by location. From there you can read reviews and learn more about cost.

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