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Pre-K Schools in Avenel, NJ are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

Bettina E's Care

My son has been going to Bettina since he was 6 months old and I absolutely love and adore her and so does my son. She is someone that you...

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Noah's Ark

We have been at Noah's for 4 years and both of my children have loved their time at school! My son gets so sad to leave when it is time to...

- Kim M

Dominika's Care

Dominika does an extraordinary job taking care of our daughter. From the first time we met her, we immediately felt comfortable with her...

- Ryan D.

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Pumpkin Patch Pre-School Center

133 Avenel St Avenel, NJ

1.0(2)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
The Pumpkin Patch Pre-School Center located at 133 Avenel Street, Avenel, New Jersey, offers childcare and learning services. The school operates from six-thirty AM to seven PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs,...
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Little Fidler Academy Inc

621 E Woodbridge Ave Avenel, NJ

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Little Fidler Academy Inc in Avenel, NJ offers education and care for kindergarten and preschool kids in a healthy and nurturing environment. They feature carefully selected learning materials that enhance the children's skills while helping them develop cognitive and social abilities. They provide age-appropriate programs that...
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Pumpkin Patch Infant Care Center

95 Avenel St Avenel, NJ

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Pumpkin Patch Infant Care Center located at 95 Avenel Street, New Jersey, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school operates from six-thirty AM...
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I am a South Amboy Mom, experienced child caregiver and pre-K teacher taking care of children in my home for over 20 years. In-home providers are exempt from licensing in New Jersey, but I have the same curriculum as other daycares. It all begins in my nursery/playroom where your child will start their journey of growth and...

Care Member says "My son has been going to Bettina since he was 6 months old and I absolutely love and adore her and so does my son. She is someone that you could truly...

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Noah's Ark

618 Central Ave Westfield, NJ

4.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
+ 3 more
PHILOSOPHY Here at Noah's Ark children ages Infant-Kindergarten are cared for by our nurturing and experienced teachers who have a true gift with children. We create a partnership with our parents to assure both you and your child's needs are met. Our Philosophy is based on three principal goals. These are to help children gain...

Kim M says "We have been at Noah's for 4 years and both of my children have loved their time at school! My son gets so sad to leave when it is time to come home. The...

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Dominika's Care

317 West Lane Clark, NJ

5.0(3)
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...

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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START-RITE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

9 STELTON RD PISCATAWAY, NJ

4.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
International
Reggio emilia
Preschool
+ 2 more
- - -A home away from home -Most classes are no bigger than 8 children -Research Based State Approved Curriculum -Music Together (Internationally Renowned Music Program) is included in the Tuition -Certified Teachers -School is Professionally Cleaned Daily -We also offer language, and zumba classes -Lots of...

Danielle B. says "We loved it while our kids were there. The school is well kept and maintained and is always up to code. they use creative curriculum for the kids. The...

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Phoenix Pre-School Of NJ

1353 South Avenue Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
Preschool
Child care
Providing a quality pre-school/kindergarten program for children ages, 2 1/2 -6 years old. 7:00Am-6:00PM At Phoenix Pre-School we believe that with our skilled, patient teachers, the right tools, and age appropriate activities all our children will have a head start on their academic career, and the tools to become successful...

Rodney F. says "Great learning environment. This is our 5th year with Phoenix, 3 rd child. Great directors, great teachers, and a great learning program."

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Little Treasures Learning Center

2177 Oak Tree Road Edison, NJ

5.0(2)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Little Treasures Learning Center is a high-quality childcare facility that provides a safe and fun, year round learning environment, excellent care and full educational programs from infants to the young children between the ages of 6 weeks and 6 years. We also offer a great Summer Camp program for children ages 5 to 9 years...

Trudy A. says "From the time that they were just 6 months old until Pre-K, both of my children attended Little Treasures. Excellent staff at every stage of development!...

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Early Start Day Care Center

2402 Hamlette Place Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(7)
Preschool
Child care
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 Disaster Preparedness and SIDS...

Elisa says "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...

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Little Genius Academy of Metuchen

344 Amboy Avenue Metuchen, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Little Genius Academy provides a nurturing environment for children and an unprecedented level of training to their teachers, which redefines early care and education programs! We are committed to providing an environment that fosters healthy cognitive, physical and social-emotional development. We create a classroom community...

Elizabeth C. says "I am really happy with the experience both of my children are having with LGA. They completely revamped the classrooms to mirror current trends in...

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LITTLE LAMB PRESCHOOL

100 E 22ND ST BAYONNE, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$900/mo
Academic
Faith based
Preschool
Here at Little Lamb Preschool, we provide a safe and nurturing environment that promotes growth and development of our little ones ranging from infants as young as 6 weeks all the way through the pre-kindergarten age. Our precious little ones flourish from receiving a Christ-centered education of academics, language and social...

Ann B. says "We love little lambs. My oldest was there for 3 years and is now going into 6th grade. My daughter also was there and now my 5 year old is following. We...

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All About Children Private In My Home

284 Grove Ave Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(9)
Childcare in my home (Woodbridge). SIBLING DISCOUNT! (Scroll down for info about tutoring) Please contact my CELL number at 732-277-8413 for more information I watch children in my home NEWBORN & UP. I'm also fully vaccinated. I'm an experienced stay at home mom with 3 children...

Jaclyn W. says "Carolina is FABULOUS. She has been a god send to us! My little one started with her when he was 4 months old (he's almost 2 now and still goes to her!)....

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Cookies & Juice

572 Mountain Ave Plainfield, NJ

Academic
Montessori
Preschool
Child care
Cookies & Juice is a Noah's Ark Preschool. We embraces the impressionable first years in a child's life by fostering their uniqueness. This leaves room for both the fundamentals and endless creativity. With activities and curriculum developed specifically for each age group, your child will learn by having fun, which is the...
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Lil Wonders Of The World

111 South Avenue Staten Island, NY

6 wks 12 yrs old! (full time/part time available) NYS Licensed Daycare celebrating almost a decade of providing exceptional quality care CPR/First Aid Certified Highly qualified & experienced staff Teaching age level academics Preschool/Kindergarten curriculum utilizing the latest literacy programs FUNEROBICS...
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Little Lambs Preschool & Kindergart

229 Cowperthwaite Place Westfield, NJ

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Kindergarten
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 environment that maximizes...
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Language And Enrichment Center

551 Park Ave Scotch Plains, NJ

The Language and Enrichment Center is one of New Jersey s premier destinations for early childhood education and enrichment classes. Our focus is holistic child development through programs that address different aspects of a child s growing mind and body. We also believe that childhood is the ideal time to introduce foreign...
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Wesley Hall Preschool and Kindergarten

1 E Broad St Westfield, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Wesley Hall Preschool and Kindergarten has been serving the needs of families with young children for 65 years. We pride ourselves on educating, nurturing and helping children between the ages of 8 weeks all the way through Kindergarten.
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Tiny Minds Daycare

661 Gornik Dr Perth Amboy, NJ

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Special needs
In-Home daycare
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 communication, you can rest...
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The Peacerose Montessori

3079 Bordentown Ave Parlin, NJ

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
These days Kindergarten demands a lot from children. When a child leaves our program, they will be more than academically ready especially if they complete Kindergarten with us. The Peace Rose Montessori School is a non-traditional pre-school to Kindergarten program that provides a nurturing and respectful academic environment....
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Avenel, NJ

Pre-k programs in Avenel, NJ offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Avenel, NJ, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Avenel, NJ typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Avenel, NJ programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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