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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Metuchen, NJ

Little Papayas In Home Child Care

5.0

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 children. We were sad to see her go! My son still talks about her!

- Paige B

Superhero Schoolhouse

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

Kiddy Campus Learning Center

5.0

They are very, very loving and caring. My daughter has been going there for about 2 years now and she loves it there. They are really wonderful!

- JoAnna U.

Joyful Days LLC

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 children. Clean, fun, and loving...

- Georgette N.

Dream Daycare Inc

5.0

The best child care services in Irvington NJ. She is an excellent provider.

- Carline L

Drop-in child care in Metuchen, NJ

YMCA Metuchen

483 Middlesex Ave, Metuchen, NJ

YMCA Metuchen is located in Metuchen, NJ. They offer full-day, half-day and drop-in care for ages 6 weeks to 12 years old children. They provide childcare, preschool and before/after school care. They use creative curriculum that is designed to help children develop their physical, mental, social...

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...
5.0
"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 children. We were sad to see her go! My son still talks about her!"

Paige B


Superhero Schoolhouse

Superhero Schoolhouse

281 Johnsons Lane, Parlin, NJ

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...
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


Kiddy Campus Learning Center

Kiddy Campus Learning Center

1709 Rte 130, NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ

Starting at $1400/mo

5.0

(1)

Your child deserves the best education they can receive at such a young age. Trusting us with your child’s growth will be your greatest ally as your child prepares to enter the world. No matter what comes, we guarantee to put our best self forth for your child and everything that they can achieve....
5.0
"They are very, very loving and caring. My daughter has been going there for about 2 years now and she loves it there. They are really wonderful!"

JoAnna U.


Joyful Days LLC

Joyful Days LLC

78 Wolff Ave, Edison, NJ

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...
5.0
"Where to begin! Ms. Sharetta and Ms. Maxine are AMAZING and literally GOD sent. (No seriously I prayed to god to please help me find someone I can feel comfortable to leave my LO with. ) My daughter has been under the care of Ms. S and her mother for about 7...

Vanessa S.


Dream Daycare Inc

Dream Daycare Inc

1107 W HENRY STREET, Linden, NJ

5.0

(2)

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.
5.0
"The best child care services in Irvington NJ. She is an excellent provider."

Carline L


Medina's Academy

Medina's Academy

781 Hamilton Street, Somerset, NJ

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...
5.0
"Excellent open house and the owners were great. Clean, organized and fun facility to have your child in. Looking forward to this year."

Justina R


Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

367 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, NJ

4.0

(4)

At The Little Earth Shepherds Preschool, our mission is to nurture each child within a warm, supportive, and developmentally enriching environment. We are dedicated to fostering age-appropriate growth across all domains-physical, intellectual, social, and emotional-through intentional,...
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


Early Start Day Care Center

Early Start Day Care Center

2402 Hamlette Place, Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0

(7)

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...
5.0
"Ana Soler I've had both my childten is daycare - my oldest for 2 yrs and now my youngest for 3 yrs. Due to the small number of children, they all receive highly personalized attention. At age 4 my youngest was reading the same books his brother was reading last...

Ana S


Songbirds Daycare

Songbirds Daycare

22 Meadowlark Lane, East Brunswick, NJ

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...
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.


Taylor's Early Learning Center

Taylor's Early Learning Center

Walnut St, Linden, NJ

Our mission at Taylor's Early Learning Center is to provide a safe, high quality and affordable child care. We aim to provide a stimulating learning environment that develops each child's cognitive, social/emotional and physical abilities. Our goal is to maintain a nurturing home away from...

Scotch Plains Montessori

Scotch Plains Montessori

1577E 2nd Street, Scotch Plains, NJ

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...

Bamboo Shoots Immersion School

Bamboo Shoots Immersion School

836 Mountain Ave, Westfield, NJ

Bamboo Shoots Giving our children the advantage of a second language. We provide a progressive, multicultural education that is ideal for preparing our children, tomorrow's leaders, for an international future. We offer a Bilingual environment in Mandarin Chinese, Spanish and English which provides...

Lightbridge Academy of Woodbridge

Lightbridge Academy of Woodbridge

458 Amboy Avenue, WOODBRIDGE, NJ

Lightbridge Academy is the Solution for Working Families®, providing a safe, nurturing, educational environment for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool children. We welcome everyone in our community to be a part of our unique Circle of Care, where we transform the lives of children and their families by...

Lightbridge Academy Renaissance

Lightbridge Academy Renaissance

2701 U.S. Highway 130, North Brunswick, NJ

Lightbridge Academy offers early learning programs for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool aged children with summer camps for older children. The Seedlings Early Childhood Education Program focuses on the needs of each individual child and the curriculum fosters a lifelong love of learning, while...

Lightbridge Academy North Brunswick

Lightbridge Academy North Brunswick

2878 Route 27, North Brunswick, NJ

Lightbridge Academy offers early learning programs for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool aged children with summer camps for older children. The Seedlings Early Childhood Education Program focuses on the needs of each individual child and the curriculum fosters a lifelong love of learning, while...

Tiny Minds Daycare

Tiny Minds Daycare

661 Gornik Dr, Perth Amboy, NJ

Balanced learning for well-rounded children. With a combination of child-initiated activities and teacher-directed learning, our preschool program is a structured learning environment where kids become students who are really excited about learning and ready to grow. With newsletters and constant...

Primrose School of East Brunswick

Primrose School of East Brunswick

138 Summerhill Rd, East Brunswick, NJ

Primrose Schools is a national family of private accredited early education and care schools across the country. We are more than just a daycare. Through our research-informed Balanced Learning approach, we provide meaningful learning experiences for children beginning at 6 weeks of age, thereby...

Kassandra Daycare

Kassandra Daycare

58J Reading Rd, Edison, NJ

Stay at home mother of 2, Son is 4 in preschool, have a 5 month old that stays home with me. Looking to watch 3 to 4 kids a week for working moms in the area. Have classroom teaching experience as well as my masters in school counseling. Love children, looking to stay home with my daughter and watch...

I Can Kids Child Care and Learning Center

I Can Kids Child Care and Learning Center

806 Route 1 North, Edison, NJ

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...
5.0
"My daughter has been with I Can Kids for a year and my daughter loves it there. The staff is so wonderful, nurturing and caring! I have two children and between them i've been to four day cares and Betsey and her team are by far the best!"

Maria T


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