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LITTLE ANGELS NURSERY SCHOOL X

We've had an incredible experience with LANS over the past year. Rabab and her team of devoted teachers have created a nurturing environment...

- Vladimir

LITTLE LAMB PRESCHOOL

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...

- Ann B.

MUSE Academy

This is a fabulous new private school in Fort Greene with strong music and arts focus. Preschool program for ages pre-k 3 and pre-k 4,...

- Crocker C.

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Alphabetland Pre-School & Day Care Center

139 Bergen Ave Kearny, NJ

Preschool
Child care
Alphabetland Pre-School & Day Care Center, formerly known as Kearny Day Care Center, opened its doors for the first time in 1981. They provide a combination of activities to motivate and engage children in learning such as story telling, playing, singing, and dancing. Their comprehensive curriculum focuses on each child's...
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LITTLE ANGELS NURSERY SCHOOL X

188 WASHINGTON AVE NUTLEY, NJ

4.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1161/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 2 more
Family owned child care center open for 24 years. Our program caters to infants, toddlers, and pre-k children.

Vladimir says "We've had an incredible experience with LANS over the past year. Rabab and her team of devoted teachers have created a nurturing environment where our...

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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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MUSE Academy

126 St Felix St Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
International
Reggio emilia
Academic
Montessori
Cooperative
+ 3 more
MUSE Academy is an independent private school in Brooklyn. Opening in September 2018 for Pre-K3 through Grade 2, MUSE Academy fills a critical need for high quality, humanist education. We seek to develop the full potential of every child as lifelong learners, expressive artists, and active citizens in his or her community....

Crocker C. says "This is a fabulous new private school in Fort Greene with strong music and arts focus. Preschool program for ages pre-k 3 and pre-k 4, kindergarten and...

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creative beginnings preschool

36 GOULD ST VERONA, NJ

5.0(9)

State license verified

starting at
$800/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Our school provides a healthy, safe environment for children to be while they are away from home. Here they will learn foundation skills to be ready for kindergarten. Each class provides a loving developmentally appropriate environment where children can develop their social, emotional and cognitive skills. We focus on the...

Care Member says "My Daughter loved this school, we were so sad when we moved. Luckily the owners have another center closer to where we moved. We were able to get the...

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Applecore Learning

240 Franklin Ave Maplewood, NJ

4.0(12)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
OPEN HOUSE AUG 31, 2017 at 9:00am and again 6:00pm. COME tour our beautiful facility and SIGN UP your child with THE BEST DAYCARE IN ESSEX COUNTY! This is much more than just daycare. At Applecore Learning Early Childhood Center we offer developmentally appropriate programs and specialized curriculum for a range of ages,...

Lamoye S says "An Honest Review from an Outsider: What an amazing experience it's been so far! It's approaching 1 month since my daughter was enrolled and I'm a very...

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The Booker T. Washington Preschool

325 E 101ST ST NEW YORK, NY

4.0(6)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
We serve children 2 years to 5 years old. We focus on the whole child and encourage learning through play. We have a toddler program, preschool and pre-k programs. All of our programs place a strong emphasis on art, literacy and science. Our greatest desire is for our children to love learning and realize their greatest...

Care Member says "I enrolled my child in the center at the age of 2. He was not speaking and was an only child. After a month at the school I could see the change in my...

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Sunflower Child Care

238 5TH AVE BROOKLYN, NY

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$2600/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Child care
www.SunflowerChildcareCenter.com We are a warm, nurturing day care center located in the heart of Park Slope, offering a safe and supportive environment for young children to grow, learn, and thrive. Our center features two well-equipped classrooms, ensuring that every child receives plenty of individual attention and care. We...

Care Member says "Our older daughter was at Sunflower from 5 months to 4 years old. She attended both locations in Park Slope. We have only great memories and great...

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Sunshine Clubhouse Childcare Center LLC

436 RIDGE RD N ARLINGTON, NJ

5.0(11)

State license verified

starting at
$800/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Our school provides a healthy, safe environment for children to be while they are away from home. Here they will learn foundation skills to be ready for kindergarten. Each class provides a loving developmentally appropriate environment where children can develop their social, emotional and cognitive skills. We focus on the...

Care Member says "Sunshine Clubhouse Childcare Center has been by far the best place to take my children. Upon entering you feel the warm cozy and clean environment. The...

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MUSE Academy

126 St Felix St Brooklyn, NY

Montessori
Academic
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
International
+ 2 more
MUSE Academy is an independent private school in Brooklyn. Opening in September, 2018 for Pre-K3 through Grade 2, MUSE Academy fills a critical need for high quality, humanist education. We seek to develop the full potential of every child as lifelong learners, expressive artists, and active citizens in his or her community....
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Columbus Pre-School

606 COLUMBUS AVE NEW YORK, NY

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
At Columbus Pre-School, we believe that all young learners should be respected, valued, and encouraged to investigate the world around them. We provide a private preschool education rich in experiential learning, intentional exploration, and meaningful social-emotional development. *We are now offering Flexipass. With...
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NannyCity

244 Fifth Ave. New York, NY

NannyCity is a family-run nanny agency that has been placing loving pre-screened nannies with wonderful families in Fairfield County, Westchester County, and NYC for over 35 years. Our testimonials speak for themselves. We offer a 12 month guarantee with every placement. All nannies placed by us are reference checked and...
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Cadence Academy Preschool Hoboken

410 HUDSON ST HOBOKEN, NJ

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children. Now...
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92nd St Y Camps

1395 Lexington Ave New York, NY

With over 60 years of experience, 92Y Camps brings the very best of 92Y's renowned programs and faculty to the great outdoors. Campers grades K-9 enjoy athletic, artistic and educational activities at a 50-acre suburban campground in Rockland County just 20 minutes from the GWB, with pickups throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn, as...
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Lightbridge Academy of Hackensack

215 Union St HACKENSACK, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Welcome! We are excited to be a part of the Bayonne community! As The Solution for Working Families®, we are more than a daycare, we are here to support you as an extension of your family and a true partner in your child’s early education and development. Our state-of-the-art child care center is currently under construction and...
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New Directions Nursery School

151 Paterson Ave Little Falls, NJ

State license verified

Preschool
Child care
New Directions Nursery School is licensed by the State of New Jersey Department of Youth and Family Services. Our specialty is creative and educational curriculum for nursery, pre-school children, age 2 months to 5 years. Our aim is to provide a child with a caring, loving atmosphere during his/her formative years. A child,...
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Lightbridge Academy - Bayonne

191 LeFante Way BAYONNE, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Welcome! We are excited to be a part of the Bayonne community! As The Solution for Working Families®, we are more than a daycare, we are here to support you as an extension of your family and a true partner in your child’s early education and development. Our state-of-the-art child care center is currently under construction and...
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CHILDREN OF PROMISE ACADEMY

200 MIDLAND AVE EAST ORANGE, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Mission Statement We prepare your child for more than success in school, we prepare them for life. Creating a safe, creative and educational atmosphere for your child is our number one goal. In our loving, safe Christian environment we nurture the whole child, physically, mentally, spiritually, emotionally and creatively. We...
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Green Hive

318 Grand St. APT. 2B Brooklyn, NY

International
Special needs
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
At Green Hive we provide an exceptional Reggio inspired early childhood program for children ages 2 to 4 and we incorporate a full pre-school program for our 3 and 4 year olds. In our small class setting (ratios of 1:3) teachers offer materials to help children develop a deep and connected understanding of the world. Art,...
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Guidepost Montessori at Columbus Square

775 Columbus Avenue New York, NY

Montessori
Guidepost Montessori's preschool and Kindergarten programs combine rigorous, structured learning with individualization and autonomy. We help nurture truly cosmopolitan adults -- individuals who can think and act globally, who live full lives unencumbered by borders and boundaries. The preschool program has both an English and...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Kearny, NJ

Pre-k programs in Kearny, 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 Kearny, 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 Kearny, 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 Kearny, 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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