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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Pennington, NJ

All About Them Daycare

5.0

Me and my kids are beyond blessed to have Brenda!! I was referred to Brenda after my sister and her children built such a great bond with her. There is not a single day since my daughter started over 3 years ago that I have had to worry. My kids love her so much and have learned so much from her...

- Brittany T.

The Polka Dot Place

5.0

As most first-time parents I had my doubts and fears about leaving my precious one with "strangers". My fears were immediately put at ease during the tour by the owner's knowledge and passion for kids, the curriculum, and the cleanliness of the site! I highly recommend this place!

- Zonke M

Nana's Family Home Day Care

5.0

We are so happy and grateful every day that we found Nana's Family Home Day Care. Nana's (Nancy's) loving and caring home was the reason I felt comfortable going back to work. A day didn't go by, that I didn't think the only reason I can be at work and not at home is that I trusted Violet was having...

- Jacque C

Mommies Peace Of Mind

5.0

Cara is fantastic! She is a sweet, caring woman and immediately connected with my 2 year old daughter. She is an amazing mother to her 3 boys and treated my daughter like one of hers! My daughter loved going to Cara's! I could not have been happier with the care Cara provided for my little girl...

- Gina

Nature Nurture Play School

5.0

I had the pleasure of meeting the owners of Nature Nuture Play School at a conference. Both teachers are lovely, very dedicated and creative women. The setting for the play school is very clean, colorful, with many stimulating toys and activities. I encourage you to stop by and take a look!

- Linda R.

Drop-in daycares in Pennington, NJ

Hopewell Valley YMCA

62 South Main St, Pennington, NJ

Hopewell Valley YMCA in Pennington, NJ is a center and camp that provides a safe, clean, interactive, fun and exciting environment where your child can learn while having fun. The center curriculum aims to provide a variety of age appropriate activities such as before and after care, sports, music,...

Erin P

24 Manley Road, Pennington, NJ

I graduated college with an Elementary Education major with a minor in Early Childhood. I taught 2nd grade for 3 years and 4th grade for 3 years as well. I took a leave from teaching to raise my three children, ages 4, 3 and 1. I am from a large family and have also worked at a daycare facility in...

5.0

(3)

Our daycare days are pretty simple & old school. Emphasizing old school things; manners, eating healthy, lots of nursery rhymes, ABCs & make believe. Weather permitting, I love to take the kids out to get fresh air & explore the yard.
5.0
"Brenda is the most amazing woman and caregiver in the world. I had to return to work when my son was 3 months old. Leaving my baby was the hardest thing I ever had to do. But then we met Brenda and all my fears and guilt disappeared. Brenda is the warmest, kindest,...

Katie M.


The Polka Dot Place

The Polka Dot Place

53 State Road, Princeton, NJ

5.0

(1)

I am a Princeton University Alumna with a degree in Cultural Anthropology and extensive coursework and training in early childhood development. I am the former owner of the legendary Tiger Hall Play Zone which used to be on 206 in the plaza with Mayflower Cleaners. It was a funky preschool and play...
5.0
"As most first-time parents I had my doubts and fears about leaving my precious one with "strangers". My fears were immediately put at ease during the tour by the owner's knowledge and passion for kids, the curriculum, and the cleanliness of the site! I highly...

Zonke M


Nana's Family Home Day Care

Nana's Family Home Day Care

20 Hilltop Drive, Yardley, PA

5.0

(8)

As the former Social Worker/Social Service Coordinator of a three-branch preschool in the Lehigh Valley and a summer camp coordinator, I offer a loving nurturing montessori style program. My home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac in the Eleanor Roosevelt Elementary School neighborhood of the...
5.0
"We are so happy and grateful every day that we found Nana's Family Home Day Care. Nana's (Nancy's) loving and caring home was the reason I felt comfortable going back to work. A day didn't go by, that I didn't think the only reason I can be at work and not at home...

Jacque C


Mommies Peace Of Mind

Mommies Peace Of Mind

9 Noreen Dr, Yardley, PA

5.0

(4)

Located near business 1 & route 13, open hours 7-5 Caring and reliable IN HOME DAYCARE with flexible hours. (Mom, educator, and nanny experience) With studies and experience as educators, nanny's and caretakers for all ages We provide a safe, fun and educational environment with interactive...
5.0
"I'm SUPER particular about who I trust to care for my son. I met Cara when he was only a few months old and loved her immediately. She's caring, trustworthy, and a great mother. She understands the importance of play for learning. On top of that she has been an...

Shanna S.


Nature Nurture Play School

Nature Nurture Play School

38 Shady Lane, Hamilton, NJ

5.0

(1)

State Registered Family Childcare located in Hamilton Township CPR/First Aid certified in infant and child Members of NJFCCPA and NAFCC Now Partnered with Monday Morning Inc. Mission Statement: "Our mission is to provide a family childcare setting that is healthy, nurturing and educational. Where...
5.0
"I had the pleasure of meeting the owners of Nature Nuture Play School at a conference. Both teachers are lovely, very dedicated and creative women. The setting for the play school is very clean, colorful, with many stimulating toys and activities. I encourage you...

Linda R.


Cheerful Cherubs Childcare

Cheerful Cherubs Childcare

105 Coolidge Ave, Lawrenceville, NJ

5.0

(5)

Cheerful Cherubs Childcare is a home based care environment where "loving and learning go hand in hand." Our philosophy is to nurture the individual child and support their quest for knowledge, experimentation and discovery of the world they live in. We have a custom designed atmosphere focusing on...
5.0
"We were so lucky to have Cheerful Cherubs recommended to us by friends who were moving out of state. Especially as first time parents, navigating the childcare choices out there can be overwhelming. As difficult as it can be to leave our little one in the morning...

Amy K.


Pee Wee Home Care

Pee Wee Home Care

13 Chopin Lane, Lawrenceville, NJ

5.0

(4)

I am a fun loving preschool teacher providing babysitting in my home during the summer. I am the Head Teacher in the Three Year Old Program at a local, very prestigious preschool. I have also worked as a nanny in both London and New York. I am college educated and provide a Montessori-type approach...
5.0
"My daughter did full-time care with Lee for 3 months and she loved it! She started at 4 months and went until she was a little over 6 months old (We only stopped using her for care due to location as we found care closer to home). Lee is very attentive and...

Shivani L


Beauty Early Learning Childcare

Beauty Early Learning Childcare

238 Norway Avenue, Hamilton, NJ

Beauty Early Learning Day Care Center is a New Jersey State Licensed Day Care. We are a home based Day Care and we accept both state subsidy and private. We make early learning and Day Care joyful. We engaged in fun activities, which make children happy to learn, play and grow. Our safe and friendly...

Theriesa

Theriesa

271 Varsity Ave, Princeton, NJ

Stay at home mom with 10 year experience with caring for children. Recent LPN graduate and child development associates.

The Felicity Academy

The Felicity Academy

119 Humboldt Street, Trenton, NJ

The Felicity Academy provides quality early childhood education for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Our play based program emphasizes hands on learning and literacy and language development. Most importantly we help build the foundation upon which your child will build a successful and fulfilling...

Modern Governess, LLC

Modern Governess, LLC

650 Durham Road, Newtown, PA

ModernGoverness.com provides an all access platform for family employers and household employees: global job board, DIY background screening and personalized services (family-childcare specialist consulting and matchmaking. They consult with families regarding their childcare + educational needs...

The Rainbow Preschool

The Rainbow Preschool

200 Hopewell Wertsville Road, Hopewell, NJ

A small in home daycare/preschool program; just a place for your little ones to learn and grow with love.

Greenacres Daycare

Greenacres Daycare

19 Bruce Park Dr, Trenton, NJ

A loving an kid friendly atmosphere, serving breakfast lunch PM snack dinner evening snack food program with children Home society, basic teaching of ABCS 123 shapes an colors, repetitively........ teaching etiquette classes potty training ......

Explorations

Explorations

1805 Princeton Ave, Lawrence Township, NJ

Early childhood education at a high quality preschool offers many benefits that can help your child achieve more in school and in life - and be more confident as well. No matter what a child's background may be, attending a preschool with a well-developed program can help him or her go further....

Swan Nursery

205 Rosemont Avenue, Trenton, NJ

5.0

(1)

I love children. I am an at home child care provider. I love to teach and show children how to explore and expand their knowledge. I provide care for children as young as 6 weeks to 13 years of age. I like learning new ways to get children's attention and occupying their minds. I have children of my...
5.0
"Shannon is very reliable, and shows interest and attention to every child. She shows that she loves her job and wants to help families in need of care."

Alixis Y.


Discovery Day Care of Morrisville

74 N. Pennsylvania Ave, Morrisville, PA

5.0

(1)

WELCOME! We warmly welcome you to Discovery Day Care of Morrisville. State license number CER-00019260. To the staff at Discovery Day Care of Morrisville (DDC), each child is unique and wonderful. We strive to provide them with stimulating, creative, and safe quality care, so that you have...
5.0
"Discovery Daycare is a wonderful and loving environment. I starting leaving my daughter there in 2007, when she was 6 weeks old, and now, with her starting kindergarten, she still attends for afterschool, on days that school is closed, and for summer camp. My son...

Wendy M.


Ms. Vera Is a registered in-home Family Childcare provider in Mercer County, New Jersey, License number R111778 with Trade name Rainbow Family Childcare Services. In our homeroom, the children will enjoy learning in a clean, safe, and nurturing environment. The children are encouraged to...
5.0
"I am extremely happy with the care my son has received with Mrs. Vera. She is passionate about what she does and it shows in the way she interacts with the children. She offers excellent educational programming and morning, evening, and weekend care. During the...

Samielle T.


Lawrence Day School

510 Lawrence Square Blvd. South, Lawrenceville, NJ

1.0

(1)

We offer 7:30 am - 6:00 pm care. Before and after care for ages 6 weeks to 13 years. We offer summer camp. We also offer Drop-off care. Our summer camp is the most fun and affordable in the area.

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