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Early Start Day Care Center

5.0

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 personable, warm environment. Tina is well educated and with extensive experience with kids on all aspects, social, academically etc. im so...

- Elisa

Childtime-Rahway

5.0

The staff is very nice and friendly and I love this place. When my son started, he could barely speak clearly enough for everyone can understand. Three months later, my son is talking in full sentences. It's clear that the staff truly enjoys what they do and it shows in the work they do.

- Keisha G

Kids Village Learning Center LLC

5.0

We are so happy to have found Kids Village Learning Center. Ms. Jasna is the BEST! She is always so happy to see us every morning and you can see how much she cares for my son. He really enjoys going to Kids Village and I have peace of mind knowing that he's in good hands!!

- Dineen

Porter Child Care

5.0

Brooklynn takes such good care of my 7month old son. His face lights up every time I drop him off. It's so reassuring when your baby is happy to see their caregiver.

- Jana P

Debbie S.

5.0

Debbie is great about accommodating changes in our schedule and checking in about and honoring any preferences we had about our daughter's care...food, naps, activities, etc. Her love for the kids in her care is obvious and genuine. I recommend her without any hesitation!

- Sam T

Drop-in child care in South Plainfield, NJ

Harbor Learning Center 2

Harbor Learning Center 2

1017 King Georges Post Road, Edison, NJ

Starting at $850/mo

We are a daycare preschool facility. We have 3 locations. We are a family like environment with a private well rounded curriculum. Our curriculum has a hand on approach to learning and a variety of different teaching techniques to enhance every child's different learning abilities. Our subject...

Tiny Minds Daycare

Tiny Minds Daycare

661 Gornik Dr, Perth Amboy, NJ

Starting at $13/hr

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...

Bamboo Shoots Immersion School

Bamboo Shoots Immersion School

836 Mountain Ave, Westfield, NJ

Costimate: $223/wk

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...

The Kids Palace

The Kids Palace

44 South 21st Street, Kenilworth, NJ

Costimate: $198/wk

We are a licensed New Jersey Day care center conveniently located in Kenilworth NJ, close to the NJ parkway, routes 21, 22 and 1&9. We provide care and early childhood development for children ages 2 to 13. Our Goal is to provide a fun and safe learning environment for your child, while...

Refine Montessori Academy

Refine Montessori Academy

165 Amherst Ave, Colonia, NJ

Costimate: $232/wk

Refine Montessori Academy is Licensed Family Child Care. Learning around the individual interests of the child. Early development is fundamental to the growth of your child. RMA has Full Time/ Part-Time programs. RMA OPEN: Monday to Friday- 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. The RMA mission is to create...

Lightbridge Academy

8 Jane Place, Edison, NJ

Costimate: $210/wk

Hello to all Edison, NJ families! Lightbridge Academy is so excited to be a part of the community and we welcome all Middlesex County families to visit us and discover what sets our school apart! Parents experience peace of mind knowing that their children are receiving the best possible care, along...

Early Start Day Care Center

2402 Hamlette Place, Scotch Plains, NJ

Costimate: $228/wk

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
"As a full time working single mom I found Early Start in home childcare an excellent place for my 4 months old twins to grow up at. They were comfortable and secure there and the provider had made every arrangement necessary(and beyond) when she took them in. She...

Monika


Childtime-Rahway

Kids 1st 215 Elm Ave, Rahway, NJ

Costimate: $192/wk

5.0

(1)

Childtime located in Rahway, NJ provides quality care for our children and giving their families the peace of mind they deserve. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age-appropriate contexts from...
5.0
"The staff is very nice and friendly and I love this place. When my son started, he could barely speak clearly enough for everyone can understand. Three months later, my son is talking in full sentences. It's clear that the staff truly enjoys what they do and it...

Keisha G


YMCA Metuchen

483 Middlesex Ave, Metuchen, NJ

Costimate: $213/wk

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...

Lightbridge Academy of Cranford

560 South Avenue E, Cranford, NJ

Costimate: $266/wk

From the first 'hello' of the day, to the last 'good-bye', we want every child to feel safe, nurtured and excited to learn and grow with us, and for you to consider us a true partner in the development and education of your child. You have trusted us to care and educate your children for many...

Lightbridge Academy of Cranford

560 South Avenue E, Cranford, NJ

Costimate: $266/wk

From the first "hello" of the day, to the last "good-bye", we want every child to feel safe, nurtured and excited to learn and grow with us, and for you to consider us a true partner in the development and education of your child. You have trusted us to care and educate your children for many...

New Friends Child Care and Preschool Inc

2027 Woodbridge Ave, Edison, NJ

Costimate: $246/wk

New Friends Child Care and Preschool Inc. provides quality and affordable early childhood care in a culturally diverse environment. It ensures a climate for individual growth, comfort, and security. They provide an enriching daycare experience to prepare the child for preschool.

Little Angel's Child Care

32 Editd Dr, Somerset, NJ

Costimate: $211/wk


Helping Hands Nursery School

1059 Amboy Avenue, Edison, NJ

Costimate: $217/wk

Full NJ Environmental Compliance. Will beat Competitor Prices. Transportation Now Available. Open Mon- Fri, 6:45am-6:30pm Please call us to schedule a tour at (732)225-4432 Like us on Facebook at Helping Hands & Peppermint Tree Schools. Visit our website at helpinghandspepperminttree.com

Peace N Joy Academy

1075 Easton Ave Ste 20, Somerset, NJ

Starting at $50/day

PeaceNJoy Academy provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Somerset, New Jersey, for kids from one to six years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best...

Cradles to Crayons Learning Center

932 South Ave. West, Westfield, NJ

Costimate: $223/wk

Cradles to Crayons Learning Center offers quality care that allows the personal growth and fulfillment of our children. We provide a safe and healthy learning environment, where children can grow physically, socially, emotionally and intellectually. Our children will develop a sense of well being...

Kids Village Learning Center LLC

Kids Village Learning Center LLC

33 Rutledge Road, Wethersfield, CT

Costimate: $250/wk

5.0

(3)

At Kids Village Learning Center we offer full-time and part-time care for infants through age 5 along with before & after school care for children ages 5 through 12. We will offer a drop in by the hour care for those who need last minute care.
5.0
"Ms. Lejla was a very patient and loving caregiver. Our daughter clearly enjoyed spending time with her, and she was a pleasure to be around. We would like to send her our sincerest thanks!"

Jasna D


Porter Child Care

Porter Child Care

PO Box 161253, Boiling Springs, SC

Costimate: $131/wk

5.0

(10)

Hey! My name is Brooklynn Porter. I am the owner and caregiver for Porter Child Care. I have over ten years experience in childcare. I have just recently graduated college and I am a part of the Air Force National Guard. I make my schedule as flexible as I can, by offering pick-ups, drop-offs, date...
5.0
"Brooklyn does an amazing job with our son who's 1.5! She is very professional and on-time! Our son can't wait till our next outing so he can spend more time with her!"

Melissa S


Debbie S.

Debbie S.

1 Clarendon Hills Road, Clarendon Hills, IL

Costimate: $225/wk

4.9

(9)

*All day care *Before school/after school- will drop off or pick up *Date nights/over nights *CONVENIENT 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK* My goal is to have small groups of children and take care of them as my own. I would love to have long term families and build relationships with them and the children. I...
5.0
"Debbie is great about accommodating changes in our schedule and checking in about and honoring any preferences we had about our daughter's care...food, naps, activities, etc. Her love for the kids in her care is obvious and genuine. I recommend her without any...

Sam T


Preschooler's Play Central

Preschooler's Play Central

6824 Esther Lane, Cincinnati, OH

Starting at $40/day

5.0

(11)

I am currently accepting children for my family daycare. I have 25 years of experience. I am accepting children from 18 months to 4 years old. I charge $45.00 a day for children 2 and under, and $40.00 a day for 2 and up. If your child is a drop-in, it's $10.00 an hour.
4.0
"This an update to my earlier review. I received a full refund of the $325.00 deposit from Pre-Schooler's Play Central on September 16, 2014."

Nicole B


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