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Recent pre-k school reviews in Dover, NJ
Tabula Rasa, The Language Academy
5.0
Wonderful school, fantastic teachers, caring administration! We are so happy to have found a quality care center for our babies. Genuine concern and love for the children.
- Madalyn
Little Cottage of Learning
5.0
My daughter started attending last year and she has loved it since.
I was a little scared on how she would react on her first week since daycare was a first for us, but she did great! She is always anxious to stay and play with her teachers :). Everyone is very nice and you can tell they genuinely...
- Gisela B
Farmington Hills Nursery School
5.0
Great Director, wonderful caring teachers. The infant care is the best I have seen and I am confident my older child will be more than ready for Kindergarten.
- Elizabeth
Mel's Little Ones Daycare
4.0
Ms Mel is very great with kids and she teaches them a lots of stuff and get them ready for pre-k. she takes very good care of my sons and others that is in her care. and most of all her home is very clean at all times. I mean clean
- Chaun J
Honey Tree Day Care
5.0
Honey tree has been such a blessing! Going back to work with my little ones was hard at first especially since I've had a hard time trusting anyone but family with my kids but the staff is awesome! Very attentive to each child. What a relief it is to know my kids are happy and safe and I don't have...
- Sarah
Pre-k schools in Dover, NJ
Deniece's Homestyle Daycare in Stanhope, NJ offers education and care for kindergarten and preschool kids in a safe, loving, healthy, and nurturing environment. They feature carefully selected learning materials that enhance the children's skills while helping them develop cognitive and social...
Interactive, playful and inspiring, our preschool program consists of small and large group activities designed to facilitate development in language, motor and cognitive skills as well as in reading, math, and social skills. The developmentally appropriate curriculum promotes kindergarten...
5.0
(1)
Spanish immersion preschool caring for infants through Pre-K
5.0
"Wonderful school, fantastic teachers, caring administration! We are so happy to have found a quality care center for our babies. Genuine concern and love for the children."
Madalyn
4.7
(6)
Little Cottage of Learning provides Reggio-inspired childcare for infant to pre-k children.
5.0
"I have been with Ms Michele since 09 and I love it, but most importantly my children loves it. I highly recommend Little Cottage of Learning"
Cherise
5.0
(1)
We are a nursery and a preschool. We enroll children from 6 weeks old to 5 years old. We have a total of 6 classrooms; Infant, toddler I, toddler II, transition, Pre-k 3 and Pre-k 4. All of our lead teachers have a CDA (child development associate) and/or a teacher certificate.
5.0
"Great Director, wonderful caring teachers. The infant care is the best I have seen and I am confident my older child will be more than ready for Kindergarten."
Elizabeth
4.0
(1)
Mel's Daycare we empower children for success. Our Daycare Readiness Pathway Offers Specialized Curriculum and developmentally appropriate programs for infants through Pre-K.
4.0
"Ms Mel is very great with kids and she teaches them a lots of stuff and get them ready for pre-k. she takes very good care of my sons and others that is in her care. and most of all her home is very clean at all times. I mean clean"
Chaun J
5.0
(1)
Small private day care open since 1991. Director is Gigi Panarello M.S. El Ed Hours of Operation: M-F 7 AM -5:30 PM. Pre-K for 3's and 4's and Toddler Time is included in all tuition rates. NYS Registered. Well trained staff.
We do not offer Pre K only (1/2 days)
5.0
"Honey tree has been such a blessing! Going back to work with my little ones was hard at first especially since I've had a hard time trusting anyone but family with my kids but the staff is awesome! Very attentive to each child. What a relief it is to know my kids...
Sarah
5.0
(1)
Growing Explorers Learning Center is licensed by the State of Minnesota to care for and provide early childhood education to children from Infants - Pre-K. Our age groups include: Infants (6 weeks to 16 months), Toddlers (16 months to 33 months) and Preschool/Pre-K (33 months to kindergarten). Our...
5.0
"Growing explorers has been the best decision we could have made for our little guy. He has learned SO much since starting preschool and will be more than ready for Kindergarten next fall. The teachers are all incredible, we have loved every single one that has...
Kelsey
4.6
(10)
MORNING ONLY OPTION JUST ADDED FOR PRESCHOOL AND PRE-K!!
Organic food options, 6 weeks-6 years, preschool and pre-K program!
Owned and directed by a special education teacher, strong emphasis on art education, multi-cultural literature, nature, and more!
We play outside EVERY day, and siblings have...
5.0
"My family and I just moved to Michigan from California and wanted to get our 2 young children into a day care so they could make some new friends to help them adjust to the move. Talking with Jillian really made us comfortable with choosing Little Tree Huggers....
Laura T
5.0
(7)
St. Paul's Child Care Center
"Where we care for your child, body & soul."
Ask about our 3K & 4K programs at St. Paul's Lutheran School!
Tuition options for FT or PT up to 5 days a week.
3K rates start a $1,750 per year for 2 days 1/2 days and up to $3,600 for 5 days 1/2 days for...
5.0
"St. Paul's School of Early Learning is the best child care I have ever seen. The staff there is so caring and there is always a 100% assurance of your child's safety and well-being. Jesus' love is taught and emulated daily from not only the staff, but the entire...
Carlee B
Dawn of Education Pre-K at Pinecrest Cadence
225 Grand Cadence Drive, Henderson, NV
Starting at $785/mo
5.0
(40)
Dawn of Education Pre-K is a private, tuition-based Pre-Kindergarten program that runs out of the elementary building at Pinecrest Academy, Cadence. Here is our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/DawnOfEducation
At Dawn of Education, we strive to prepare students for Kindergarten in a...
5.0
"Mrs. Ryne is fantastic with kids. My pre-K daughter loves her."
Barry
Precious Moments Montessori Daycare Preschool
2957 Center Point Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA
Starting at $160/wk
5.0
(2)
Experienced, loving Childcare professionals. Our Supervisor has been at this location for over 10 years and our Pre-K Teacher is celebrating her 28th year!
Montessori, Preschool and Daycare services to cater to all types of students.
-$160 Weekly tuition Ages 2-5
-Summer Dance Program and...
5.0
"Awesome daycare center. Teachers have been there for 30 years! Show Choir is the best."
Diana
5.0
(14)
A GOOD START WILL LAST A LIFETIME.
J's Lincoln Logs prepares children for kindergarten and beyond, with the skills and confidence needed for a lifetime of academic success.Our Pre-K program helps children advance skills in core pre-academic areas such as literacy, math, and science, as well as in...
5.0
"I highly recommend J's Lincoln Logs. My son started at J's Lincoln Logs when he was 5 months old until he went to Kindergarten this year and my daughter started at 4 months and still attends. I cannot say enough wonderful things about the owner, the daycare and...
Amy W
5.0
(1)
Friendship Garden Nursery School (FGNS), Inc., located in Falmouth, Massachusetts is family owned and operated since 1995. FGNS is an EEC licensed, NAEYC accredited facility that offers an exceptional toddler, preschool and pre-K curriculum and learning environment. The facility is surrounded by a...
5.0
"Great staff, very caring. The playground is big and very nicely arranged, with plenty of space and lots of things to do; it has a nice, woodsy feeling. Kids have a lot of freedom outdoors, but the staff is always paying attention!"
Nan G
3.7
(3)
A Child's Place provides full day services to families with children age 6 weeks to Pre-K, Remote Learning Assistance and also after school and Summer Camp to age 13. We are the people who nurture children and partner with families to provide a healthy upbringing. No one but no one can provide a...
5.0
"Both of my children attended as infants, 3months old, and graduated from A Child's Place. After graduating they were both academically ahead of their peers and my daughter was skipped a grade. It's a family business and they are responsive when you have complaints...
Dylan A
5.0
(6)
Home care at Amiguitos in Gaithersburg, Spanish immersion license: 254861. Personalized care for your children with the tenderness and love of the mother, in a family environment, safe and comfortable. Open from 7:30 a.m. at 5:30 p.m. We implement age-appropriate games and are in constant...
5.0
"The owner and teachers are awesome very caring and nurturing. My daughter loved going to Family Child Care Amiguitos , They make learning fun for kids in a very structured learning environment. I'm impressed and highly recommend them.."
Maritere C
5.0
(1)
Elite provides affordable & loving care to toddlers, ages 12 mos- 48 mos that includes Pre-K prep with consistent exposure to ABC phonics, vocabulary (sight words), numbers & counting, colors, shapes, math and so much more!!
At Elite, you little one is treated with kindness, love, and respect that...
5.0
"We have been blessed to have such awesome in home care for our baby boy. Jackson begin attending elite childcare at 7 months he is now 14 months. We have been most impressed with Sherrice's amazing ability to teach Jackson words that are far beyond his scope."
Marcie
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Erika! I was a pre-k and kindergarten teacher for the past 5 years and June 2015 I opened my home daycare. I love teaching & nurturing young children! I have a 3 year old son and truly believe that children lean through self discovery and play. I provide an environment that is...
5.0
"Mrs. Erika has provided top level care and an amazing environment for our son. She has made it possible for my husband & I to maintain full time careers with a peaceful conscience, knowing that our child is in great hands. This daycare has been a lifesaver & I...
Sasha S
5.0
(2)
WELCOME to the Cleveland Nature House!
Pre-K & Nature-Based Kindergarten
Enrolling Now for 2022-2023, Call to Apply
Ages:
*PRE-K 3-4 Yr. Olds [Potty Trained]
*Kindergarten 5 yr olds.
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Kindergarten and Pre-K...
5.0
"Our son started attending Cleveland Heights Nature House twice a week at the beginning of the year and has grown in vastly different ways, many of which I credit Miss. Lana with. She is attentive, gentle and kind. The way she welcomes her friends each morning and...
OTG
5.0
(19)
Home Daycare with over 20 years of Infants and Toddlers experience at a recognized Childcare Center before opening my own In-home Child Care.
1 Full-time opening available for Infants (2 Months old), up to age 5
CPR, First Aid certified
Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation (UVGI) disinfectant...
5.0
"Our son went to Miros from 8 months old to age three until we relocated out of state. We all shed so many tears saying good-bye to not only an amazing child care provider, but a wonderful woman that we still talk about today.
Miros always provided our son with a...
Carrie
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Dover, NJ
What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in Dover, NJ?
Pre-k programs in Dover, 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!
What questions should I ask when researching a pre-k near me in Dover, NJ?
We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Dover, 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.
What will my child do at pre-k near me in Dover, NJ?
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 Dover, 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!
What else do I need to know about pre-k near me in Dover, NJ?
Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Dover, 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.
Ratings for Dover, NJ pre-k schools listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pre-K Schools in Dover, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools.