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Recent drop-in child care reviews in South Plainfield, NJ

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

Dream Daycare Inc

5.0

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

- Carline L

Medina's Academy

5.0

Well kept cleaned and organized center. Met with the owners who were very welcoming. Definitely going to look into enrolling my son.

- Sarah K

Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

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 younger son to attend LES this fall!

- Laura D

Songbirds Daycare

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

Drop-in child care in South Plainfield, NJ

Greatstart Early Learning

4001 Hadley Road Suite F, South Plainfield, NJ

Costimate: $209/wk

Preschool and child care services for ages 6 weeks to 13 years old. Voted Hulafrog's Most Loved Learning Center, and Best Reviewed Preschool. Provides an International School atmosphere with a strong curriculum that emphasizes both academic and social development.

Superhero Schoolhouse

Superhero Schoolhouse

281 Johnsons Lane, Parlin, NJ

Starting at $190/wk

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


Dream Daycare Inc

Dream Daycare Inc

1107 W HENRY STREET, Linden, NJ

Starting at $250/wk

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

Starting at $175/wk

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
"Well kept cleaned and organized center. Met with the owners who were very welcoming. Definitely going to look into enrolling my son."

Sarah K


Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

367 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, NJ

Starting at $1048/mo

4.0

(4)

The goal of The Little Earth Shepherds Preschool is to nurture each child in a loving and caring atmosphere while helping each of them to grow and develop age-appropriate physical, intellectual and social skills. Our school participates in the "Grow NJ Kids Program." This program is an NJ State...
5.0
"My daughter thrived at LES and we are so happy we sent her there! She was on the slower side to finish potty training and the teachers were so patient and encouraging to both of us! She also came out of there with confidence, having learned some letters and how to...

Jessi T


Songbirds Daycare

Songbirds Daycare

22 Meadowlark Lane, East Brunswick, NJ

Costimate: $241/wk

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...
5.0
"Songbirds Daycare has provided excellent care for my daughter. The owner always goes above and beyond to make sure my daughter is comfortable and fed. One of my major concerns about having my daughter in a franchise center was the possibility that she would get...

Katelyn L


Springdale Montessori

Springdale Montessori

23 Gill Lane, Iselin, NJ

Costimate: $204/wk

3.7

(3)

At Springdale Montessori we have committed ourselves to achieving the following goals for our children and families: To provide a solid academic foundation through the Montessori Philosophy To assist children in developing a positive self-image. To provide a child-centered environment that...
5.0
"This is the Best Children Daycare you can find in Woodbridge, Iselin area. My child has been going there from last 3 years, I was recommended by another parent to go to this school and so far it has been excellent experience with them. My daughter has been...

Carrie C


I Can Kids Child Care and Learning Center

I Can Kids Child Care and Learning Center

806 Route 1 North, Edison, NJ

Costimate: $276/wk

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
"Wonderful daycare with caring and helpful teacheds. My eldest daughter benefited from 5 years there and when she entered kindergarten she was prepared. My youngest daughter is entering her final year a I Can Kids and is following in her sisters footsteps. I highly...

Dan R


Curious Minds

Curious Minds

258 King George Road, Warren, NJ

Costimate: $212/wk

5.0

(3)

We are an independent, nonsectarian preschool focusing on creative arts and sciences for children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age. We are open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. At Curious Minds, we strive to provide a clean, safe, nurturing and educational environment for young...
5.0
"my child has been attending since he was 5months old. he is now a 15months and he LOVES it. and I love it. all the teachers are great. director and assistant director are exactly the kind of people you want caring for your most precious commodity. I hope my...

Jean F


The Learning Ladder Academy Llc

5 Vincent St, Parlin, NJ

Costimate: $211/wk

1.0

(1)

Hello ! Thank you so much for your interest in our childcare program! I have worked in early childhood education for 9.5 years. I've worked with a group from infants to 13 years of age. We also have an Instagram with so many photos along with information and my credentials . Schedule a tour and...

Scotch Plains Montessori

Scotch Plains Montessori

1577E 2nd Street, Scotch Plains, NJ

Costimate: $228/wk

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...

Come, Play and Learn

Come, Play and Learn

61 Myrtle Street, Cranford, NJ

Costimate: $258/wk

Come, Play and Learn provides a unique program that welcomes all children including those with special needs. The center takes an integrated approach to early childhood education, creating an inclusive setting where the individual and developmentally appropriate needs of every child are met...

Rhymes 2 Reasons

1709 Route 130, North Brunswick, NJ

Starting at $225/wk

HI we serve children infants to 13 years of age we have before and after care and full day schedule We also provide drop in care as well. We currently have small capacity due to safety and well being of children due to covid. we use hand washing technique to get children use to washing correctly so...

Lightbridge Academy North Brunswick

Lightbridge Academy North Brunswick

2878 Route 27, North Brunswick, NJ

Costimate: $193/wk

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...

The Nikola Tesla School of Social Entrepreneurship

1571 Irving St, Rahway, NJ

Starting at $275/wk

The mission of The Nikola Tesla School of Social Entrepreneurship is to prepare scholars to fully engage in global exchange, breakthrough technology, and civic innovation, with the core purpose of promoting the advancement of humanity.

Little Lambs Preschool & Kindergart

Little Lambs Preschool & Kindergart

229 Cowperthwaite Place, Westfield, NJ

Costimate: $223/wk

Nurturing the whole child - intellectually, spiritually, physically, emotionally, and socially, Little Lamb Preschool and Kindergarten is a non-profit organization designed to provide a Christian education for families with preschool and kindergarten aged children. The School provides an educational...

All Cubs, LLC

All Cubs, LLC

150d Tices Lane, East Brunswick, NJ

Starting at $70/day

All Cubs open it's door in September of 2017. We are a licensed daycare center located in East Brunswick, NJ. We aim to provide the best care for your little ones in a safe, loving, play-based educational environment, while at the same time, stimulating their skills emotionally, socially,...

Cute Day Care

9 Parr Dr, Sayreville, NJ

Costimate: $250/wk

Hello, I just recently started cute day care from in house location. The child will be fully supervisor and care will be 100%. Also will be teach basic activity and basic education as per their age. More staff and program will be add soon.

Start-Rite Nursery School

Start-Rite Nursery School

9 Stelton Rd, Piscataway, NJ

Costimate: $216/wk

A state-of-the-art early childhood development center, day care/nursery school caring for children 6 weeks to 6 years of age in a nurturing, loving environment. Home away from home! Start-Rite Nursery School and Kindergarten has been serving families in the Middlesex County area since 1952. We...

Lightbridge Academy Renaissance

Lightbridge Academy Renaissance

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

Costimate: $193/wk

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...

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