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Drop-In Child Care in Newark, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in child care

Precious Feet Christian Daycare & Academy

Precious Feet Christian Daycare & Academy staff are caring professionals. Their curriculum is terrific. The children are engaged in hands-on...

- Marie L.

Collective Community Services, LLC

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

- Care member

Precious Feet Christian Daycare and Academy

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

- Oneila ..

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Precious Feet Christian Daycare & Academy

189 Stuyvesant Avenue Newark, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Faith based
Kindergarten
Preschool
+ 1 more
Precious Feet Christian Daycare & Academy is a "step in the right direction where children learn, play, and grow." We offer childcare services for children ages 2 1/2 and up. Our convenient hours of operation include Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Transportation is available for certain areas....

Marie L. says "Precious Feet Christian Daycare & Academy staff are caring professionals. Their curriculum is terrific. The children are engaged in hands-on learning...

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Collective Community Services, LLC

3840 HOMESTEAD PARK NEWARK, NJ

5.0(5)
starting at
$1600/mo
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
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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Precious Feet Christian Daycare and Academy

189 STUYVESANT AVE NEWARK, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Faith based
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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Bendue S. James

15 DOBY PL NEWARK, NJ

starting at
$1677/mo
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
+ 1 more
Home Away From Home Child Care LLC is a trusted provider of high-quality child care services for children aged zero to five years old. Founded with a passion for supporting working parents and nurturing young minds, our company is dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that feels like a second home...
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The Learning Land

301 12 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Newark, NJ

Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Academic
Montessori
In-Home daycare
The Learning Land is a progressive children's center focused on growing the entire child. We believe in cultivating their academic and artistic intellect, all while nurturing their social and emotional maturation.
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Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Babyland Family Services Inc is a community-based organization that offers full-time child and family development programs. Located in Newark, New Jersey, the company’s services aim to promote school readiness and assist in children’s physical, mental, and socio-emotional development. Aside from its child care programs, the...
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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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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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LITTLE SCHOLAR NURSERY SCHOOL

444 UNION AVE BELLEVILLE, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Cooperative
Montessori
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
+ 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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KEY ELEMENT LEARNING

338 GROVE ST JERSEY CITY, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Kindergarten
+ 3 more
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...

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

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LIGHTBRIDGE ACADEMY OF HOBOKEN-MARSHALL

100 MARSHALL ST HOBOKEN, NJ

5.0(6)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Academic
Waldorf
Montessori
+ 3 more
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 offering excellence in the...

Care Member says "Lightbridge Academy of Hoboken Marshall offers a warm and caring environment with friendly, attentive staff. The facility is clean, modern, and designed...

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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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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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Bright Start Early Learning Center

28 LIVINGSTON AVE ROSELAND, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$800/mo
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Preschool
+ 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...

Care Member says "Bright Start Early Learning center is amazing , the teachers are wonderful and truly care and love for the children , My daughter loves being here and...

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Smart Start Academy

552 9th St Hoboken, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
+ 2 more
Our mission is to create a nurturing, safe and respectful environment for our students, parents and teachers. We strive to create an exceptional learning experience for the whole child, cognitively, socially, emotionally, physically, and creatively. We service students from 6 weeks to 1st grade. We are the only all inclusive...

Megan M says "Staff has been amazing with my child. Always coming back with a smile on her face"

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SMART START ACADEMY

532 JERSEY AVE JERSEY CITY, NJ

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$2600/mo
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Montessori
Reggio emilia
+ 4 more
Smart Start Academy is a premiere quality childcare center, we offer small student to teacher ratio's. We are the #1 all-inclusive preschool in NJ. Offering extended hours, 5 course healthy natural meals, stem and dual language classes, smart connect (keeping families connected to our teachers throughout the day), special guest...

Care Member says "The teachers at Smart Start Academy care deeply about the children. They sing, play, and create engaging developmental activities for the kids every...

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TEACH Academy ChildCare

2115 MILLBURN AVE MAPLEWOOD, NJ

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1575/mo
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Faith 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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HLC Kids Academy

5001 Park Ave West New York, NJ

5.0(26)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
A state of the art, fully renovated facility offering daycare for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

Elizabeth says "My son was at HLC from six months to three years, and his little sister was there from four months until she was one and a half. We just moved to another...

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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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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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You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Newark, 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 Newark, 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 Newark, 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 Newark, 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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