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Find Trusted Drop-In Daycares Near Me in Chatham, NJ

We have 60 drop-in daycares in Chatham, NJ! Compare and find the best drop-in daycare to fit your needs.

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KinderCare Chatham

45 MAIN ST CHATHAM, NJ

2 mi

We prepare your child for a lifetime of learning! When your child joins us for their early education, you can feel confident that we’re going to make their experience as rich and rewarding as possible. Annual assessments are one way we make sure we’re helping your child meet their academic and social-emotional milestones or make up for interrupted learning. Plus, they give teachers and families focused insight on your child’s strengths and areas for growth.
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Chatham Kindercare

45 MAIN ST CHATHAM, NJ

2 mi

Chatham KinderCare located at 45 Main Street in Chatham, NJ is designed with your child's fun, health, safety, and childhood education in mind.
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Chatham United Methodist Nursery School

460 Main St Chatham, NJ

< 1 mi

Chatham United Methodist Nursery School offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 460 Main St, the company serves families living in the Chatham, NJ area. Chatham United Methodist Nursery School has served the community since they started operating in 1993.
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The Pudding Stone Home Daycare School

11 Morris Court Summit, NJ

5.0(8)

3 mi

I am a Summit resident with a degree in Psychology &amp; Child Development. I offer a small program devoted to the development, socialization and education of infants &amp; toddlers. The Puddingstone is open Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and offers a warm environment with many hugs &amp; enrichment. The owner &amp; assistants have current CPR &amp; First Aid certifications and are licensed by both the town of Summit &amp; NJ. Please reply for additional information &amp; references.

Nazmin T. says "We made the best decision in choosing Pudding Stone Day care for our little girl. She has been attending since September 2016 and it has by far exceeded...

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A Child's Experience Child Care

258 W. Webster Ave. Roselle Park, NJ

5.0(1)

9 mi

Our Services are superior to our competitors because our entire team from the owner to every single employee believes in our mission and goal of being warm and loving. With a mature, healthy, positive attitude about life, love, and interpersonal relations. We wholeheartedly believe children notice the attitudes and behavior of the adults around them with amazing acuity. We are sensitive to each child s individual, developmental, and cultural characteristics. We are educated or instinctively adept at disciplining children fairly.

Ken H says "I always said if I ever had a baby the first person I'm calling is Shatarra. Uncommon heart for children. She is truly a gift."

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Imagine Nation

410 Clermont Union, NJ

5.0(1)

8 mi

Open year round from 6:00 am until 6:30 PM Proven curriculum Tenured staff 22 years of service from this location

Alisha C. says "Best ! Kind and friendly Teachers really care about the kids Staff has been there for years"

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Little Explorers Early Learning Academy

346 E Mt Pleasant Ave Livingston, NJ

4.0(4)

6 mi

Little Explorers Early Learning Academy, conveniently located on Mt. Pleasant Avenue at the border of West Orange and Livingston, NJ prides itself in providing high quality daycare and preschool experience for all enrolled children and families. We offer educational programs which meet or exceed that of larger, corporate centers, with the comfort, care, and small group size you would find in home care environment, since that is where we started - it's the very best of both worlds. Why Choose Little Explorers? *Lower than average student-teacher ratio. *Well educated, experienced, and highly trained teacher - with three NJ State Teaching Certifications and a Masters' in Teaching. *Caring, creative, nurturing team of early childhood educators, with a wide variety of backgrounds and skills. *Real Curriculum, which includes phonics, math, music, and enrichment activities at NO additional cost to you! *Curriculum and learning activities adapted to meet child needs and interests. *A safe, nurturing environment designed to maximize child growth across all domains of early childhood education. *We Make Learning Fun! *Come see if it's the right fit for your family!

Erin P. says "Little Explorers has nailed the perfect balance of a great school curriculum mixed with the comfort and values that come with an in home facility. My kids...

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Circle Of Love Child Care

641 Lincoln Avenue Orange, NJ

4.7(3)

10 mi

Care Giver: Week Nights from 6pm to 11pm, Weekends as Needed and Date Nights! Contact Ms. Sylvia at 973 420 3897 for Intereview!

Kyle D says "Circle of Love is so much more than a daycare. Everyday is fresh and exciting for my daughter and she's learned so much. Sylvia treats my child as one of her...

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Carol's Home Daycare

103 Klinger Rd East Hanover, NJ

5.0(3)

7 mi

With over 30 years experience, I am confident your child will thrive both socially and academically in a clean, safe and fun home daycare environment. Prior to opening my daycare 9 years ago, I was a paraprofessional in a Preschool Special Education Classroom for many years, as well as an Assistant Preschool Teacher at a daycare center for several years. With the birth of our first grandchild in 2016, I resigned from both teaching positions and started my own home daycare. I am a NJ State Registered Home Daycare Provider, Infant/Child CPR/First Aid certified, and I continuously take child development classes to further expand my knowledge. Following CDC guidelines &amp; safety precautions including: HEPA air purifiers Temperature checks upon arrival and throughout the day Hands washed upon arrival and throughout the day Toys, surfaces cleaned/sterilized throughout the day Floors steamed/sanitized daily Please feel free to contact me with any questions as well as to schedule a tour of my home daycare. Looking forward to meeting you and your child soon! - NJ State Registered &amp; Inspected Home Daycare - Dedicated childcare space with separate entrance - Conveniently located near Routes 10, 46 and 280 - Limited to 5 children - Smoke Free and Pet Free Home - Indoor &amp; Outdoor (fenced-in) Play Areas - Award-winning curriculum - Daily Report - Daily Circle Time - Arts and Crafts - Music/Songs - Nurturing Environment - Excellent References

Mallory G. says "Carol was an absolute godsend for our son. He has always been a bit shy and sensitive and Carol gave him exactly what he needed to feel comfortable. She...

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6320 - Tutor Time of West Orange

481 NORTHFIELD AVE WEST ORANGE, NJ

5.0(1)

8 mi

Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day at Tutor Time is educational. It's social. And it's highly energetic. The secret ingredient is our LifeSmart curriculum, which creates fruitful, hands-on learning and confident self-expression. Inspired by Howard Gardner's multiple intelligences theory, LifeSmart recognizes and embraces the different strengths and abilities of individual children. Those differences are embraced and used to drive a customized early education that addresses the specific needs of your child.

Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics:...

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Little Papayas In Home Child Care

Raritan Rd Roselle, NJ

5.0(1)

10 mi

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 Offered: Full-Time &amp; Part-Time Care - Infants, toddlers, and preschoolers welcome Flexible Pick-Up &amp; Drop-Off - No extra charge Nutritious Meals &amp; Snacks - Included in tuition Play-Based Learning - Hands-on activities, bilingual exposure (English &amp; Cantonese) CPR &amp; First Aid Certified - 6+ years of experience Small Group Setting - Personalized care and attention Daily Activities - Storytime, sensory play, outdoor time, and arts &amp; crafts Drop-In Care Available - Half-day and full-day options Located in Roselle, NJ - Serving families in surrounding areas. Contact me to learn more or schedule a tour.

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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Dominika's Care

317 West Lane Clark, NJ

5.0(3)

9 mi

Hello! I have a Master's degree in Education Counseling and many years of experience working with children. I try to keep my family childcare small as I focus on different activities during the day and want to be able to offer high quality care for your little one. We often have trips to the local zoo, libraries and parks. We have a wonderful swing set in our backyard, we have a bouncy house/jumper for the older kids, and all kinds of water fun during the hot summer days. I am a stay-at-home mom in Clark, New Jersey to my 5-year-old son and a 2 year old girl. My son will be attending kindergarten in September, so it will mostly be my daughter and I at home. I have very high expectations of childcare and therefore I myself decided to stay home with our kids. However, in order to stay on top of my professional career, I do work part-time as a psychotherapist in Cranford. My childcare is typically for families with flexible schedules or looking for part-time care. I speak fluent Polish!!! Cost is typically $10-$12 an hour. All Clark residents welcome. I'm only minutes away from Valley Road school. We also have a cat and a dog.

Ryan D. says "Dominika does an extraordinary job taking care of our daughter. From the first time we met her, we immediately felt comfortable with her approach to child...

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Carousel of Learning

244 Kingston Rd Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)

9 mi

Quality Childcare 6 weeks - 5 years open all year 7:00-6:00. We include Sign language, Stretch-n-Grow Exercise program, Computer Explorers, Storytellers, BIG JEFF, and Fun Fridays. Weekly themes, and more! We have low staff child ratios and are CPR and First Aid certified. Come visit anytime!

Hannah A. says "This center is extremely caring and professional. I really admire how all of the staff know so much about their job and are so professional with the...

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Children's Den Family Daycare

609 West 8th Street Plainfield, NJ

5.0(2)

7 mi

Children's Den Day Care is a full time family childcare provider in Plainfield. We have been caring for children for over 15 years. We are dedicated to provide quality childcare in a fun, safe, clean and home-based environment. We offer: Full time program for children of all ages Weekly family childcare from 7:30 AM- 6:00 PM We also offer before and after school care Summer Camp daycare Program I also have special night time and weekend hours for parents who don't have regular 9-5 schedule Nutritious meals are provided Our Curriculum includes: Circle time, reading French and Spanish immersion Small group activities, music &amp; movement Zumba class, dramatic play Arts &amp; Crafts, Gardening and Science Potty training Large backyard, Sprinklers fun, lots of games and fun. Our basic rate is $160 a week. Email or call Elisabeth to take a tour and to enroll your child (ren) today!

Melissa W says "The house is big with plenty of room for the kids to play and also clean and well maintained. It's a safe and fun place to be. Plus the rate is really not...

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Little Munchkin Learner's

100 AVALON Roseland, NJ

9 mi

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 LEARNING, DROP INS AND AFTER SCHOOL SERVICE AGE: 18 MONTHS+ HOURS OF OPERATION: 7:30AM-6:00PM DAILY PROGRAM: BREAKFAST FREE PLAY CLEAN UP CIRCLE TIME OUTSIDE PLAY EXERCISE PLAY NAP IF NEEDED STORY TIME GROUP ACTIVITY PLAY WEEKLY PROGRAM: DAILY LESSONS DAILY PARK VISITS LIBRARY VISITS ACTIVITY EACH WEEK WE ALSO HAVE A AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN: CONTACT US TO REGISTER YOUR CHILD TODAY OR FOR MORE INFO. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE PART TIME ALSO AVAILABLE LOCATION: Roseland NJ, Essex County
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Tutor Time of West Orange

481 Northfield Ave West Orange, NJ

9 mi

Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day at Tutor Time is educational. It's social. And it's highly energetic. The secret ingredient is our LifeSmart curriculum, which creates fruitful, hands-on learning and confident self-expression. Inspired by Howard Gardner's multiple intelligences theory, LifeSmart recognizes and embraces the different strengths and abilities of individual children. Those differences are embraced and used to drive a customized early education that addresses the specific needs of your child.
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Hadoop Express

200 Lanidex Plaza Parsippany, NJ

9 mi

Robotics classes and summer camp for Kids age 5 to 16. Kids have fun and learn robotics, coding and software development. We use Lego Wedo, Lego Mindstorms and Raspberry Pi to make it a visually appealing, practical and fun learning experience for school kids of all ages. The term used for this is Computational Thinking. Younger kids learning Robotics while older kids (13+ years) learn languages like Python and Java. Search for Robotics at Hadoop Express on google and visit our website hadoopexpress dot com to learn more.
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Lightbridge Academy of Whippany

24 S JEFFERSON RD WHIPPANY, NJ

7 mi

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 childcare experience. We play a transformative role in the lives of families, and we take this very seriously. Our proprietary early childhood education curriculum impacts the "whole" child in a multitude of ways. Throughout our years of operation, we continue to uphold our Core Values, while surrounding the children and communities we serve with love, guidance, and inspiration. Our state-of-the-art childcare center provides a professional yet nurturing home-away-from-home environment where you and your child will feel comfortable. We can’t wait for you to become a part of our family!
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Zerella Family Child Care

1551 Raritan Road Clark, NJ

9 mi

I am a certified teacher seeking to grow my stay-at-home mom business. I have 2 children of my own, 3 and 15 months, and would love to babysit your child in my home! I am available Monday-Friday from early until late. I understand the life of working parents and would like to ease the burden of child care for you. I offer organized play and activities as well as free play. We have a fenced in yard with a play set as well as a finished basement full of toys! I will encourage your child to explore and grow both indoors and outdoors. We will do science projects and arts and crafts as well as working on letters, numbers or colors. I will work with you to organize a schedule that works best for your child! I have many references both teaching, babysitting, and personal.
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Srg Family Childcare

64 Harrison Road Parsippany, NJ

9 mi

At SRGHOSH Family Childcare,LLC, we understand that choosing the right childcare provider is a critical decision for every parent. That's why we strive to offer the best possible care for your children in a safe, nurturing, and educational environment. Organic Food for Healthy Growing Minds and Bodies We believe that a healthy diet is essential for a child's growth and development. That's why we serve only the freshest, organic meals, made with love and care, to ensure your little ones receive the essential nutrients they need. Safety First, Always Your child's safety is our top priority. Our experienced teacher (owner) is trained in first aid and CPR, and our facility is ensuring a secure and protected environment for your children. More Than Just Babysitting: A Learning Experience Our daycare is led by a highly experienced elementary school teacher with over 20 years of experience. We offer a stimulating curriculum that helps children develop cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills through age-appropriate activities. Personalized Care Tailored to Your Child's Needs We recognize that every child is unique, and we tailor our care to meet their individual needs. Our low child-to-teacher ratio allows us to provide personalized attention, ensuring your child feels supported, loved, and encouraged to grow. Give your child the gift of a loving and enriching experience at SRGHOSH Family Childcare, LLC. Schedule a visit today and discover the difference of a family daycare that truly cares. Call us now at (530) 220-4249 or 973-455-7455
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Recent drop-in daycare reviews from local parents in Chatham, NJ

Drop-In Daycares in Chatham, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares

The Pudding Stone Home Daycare School

We made the best decision in choosing Pudding Stone Day care for our little girl. She has been attending since September 2016 and it has by...

- Nazmin T.

A Child's Experience Child Care

I always said if I ever had a baby the first person I'm calling is Shatarra. Uncommon heart for children. She is truly a gift.

- Ken H

Imagine Nation

Best ! Kind and friendly Teachers really care about the kids Staff has been there for years

- Alisha C.

FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Chatham, NJ

Drop-in daycare near you in Chatham, NJ can be a flexible and convenient solution for busy parents who need child care on an as-needed basis. This type of child care gives families the flexibility to drop their children off for just a few hours or for an entire day, depending on their individual needs. This kind of drop-in service can help to reduce stress associated with arranging more traditional, longer-term child care options.

Typically, drop-in daycares cater to children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old, but daycares will vary depending on their facilities and requirements. When reaching out to drop-in daycares in Chatham, NJ, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.

While drop-in daycares in Chatham, NJ may require a short registration process and forms to be filled out, it is usually not necessary to make a reservation ahead of time for each visit. This convenience makes drop-in daycare an ideal option for those with unpredictable schedules or when babysitters aren't available due to illness or other unanticipated events. However, drop-in centers may fill up quickly during peak times, so it's always best to call ahead to ensure the needed availability.

When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Chatham, NJ, it is important to make sure that you are bringing all of the necessary items for a successful and enjoyable experience. Remember to bring any blankets or stuffed animals that may serve as a comfort item -- this may even include pacifiers or sippy cups if necessary. It is also important to remember snacks and drinks, so your child stays well fed throughout their stay. Don't forget essentials like diapers, wipes, and changes of clothing!

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