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Pre-K Schools in Maplewood, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

Applecore Learning

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...

- Lamoye S

Nicole's Little Angels LLC

Nicole is amazing, her personality is wonderful. She has a love for children, and she is very gifted in that area. Highly recommend!

- Genevive J.

ALPINE MONTESSORI OF MILLBURN

Our experience with Alpine Montessori School of Millburn has been nothing short of amazing. My oldest daughter began her journey there at...

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Applecore Learning

240 Franklin Ave Maplewood, NJ

4.0(12)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
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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Preschool
Child care
Beginnings Christian Pre-School in Maplewood, NJ educates the children intellectually, spiritually, physically, emotionally, and socially. They make the kids and parents as comfortable as possible with state-certified master teachers. This child care facility also features Bible lessons, potty training, kindergarten/Spanish...
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Morrow Memorial Preschool

600 Ridgewood Rd Maplewood, NJ

Preschool
Child care
Morrow Memorial Preschool is a Christian-based preschool, designed to provide an environment for the child to grow and develop into what God has intended. Their goal is to nurture children's enthusiasm about learning and assist them in reaching their full potential; ultimately leading to successful entry into kindergarten.
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Adassa Early Childhood Educational Center

737 Irvington Ave Maplewood, NJ

Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
Adassa Early Childhood Educational Center in Maplewood, New Jersey seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 54 children from infants to kindergarten.
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Nicole's Little Angels LLC

9 BIRCH AVE CALDWELL, NJ

5.0(4)
starting at
$2000/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
+ 3 more
WEEKEND SPRING CAMP 2026 May -June Saturday & Sunday program...

Genevive J. says "Nicole is amazing, her personality is wonderful. She has a love for children, and she is very gifted in that area. Highly recommend! "

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ALPINE MONTESSORI OF MILLBURN

5 BLEEKER ST MILLBURN, NJ

5.0(4)

State license verified

Academic
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
Kindergarten
Alpine Montessori of Millburn is a unique Montessori early education program that presents Montessori manipulatives within a traditional learning environment. We use the Montessori Method to encourage each child's self-directed learning in a way that complements their unique skill set and promotes the development of their...

Care Member says "Our experience with Alpine Montessori School of Millburn has been nothing short of amazing. My oldest daughter began her journey there at just 2½ years...

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LITTLE ANGELS NURSERY SCHOOL X

188 WASHINGTON AVE NUTLEY, NJ

4.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1161/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
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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The Children's Academy of Springfield

37 Church Mall SPRINGFIELD, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Montessori
Preschool
Day Care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
The Children’s Academy, founded by Susan Weller in 1979, is dedicated to the philosophy of Maria Montessori. The Academy’s academic goals are to work with the whole child, prioritizing kindness, love and understanding. The children are encouraged by our nurturing staff to reach their own individual potential using their unique...

Care Member says "My family has been at the Children's Academy of Springfield since August 2021. I knew from the moment that I walked into the open house that this was...

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PRESCHOOL ONLY! HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL

17 LLOYD AVE FLORHAM PARK, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$640/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
PRESCHOOL ONLY!!! Daily hours and options: Monday thru Friday Tiny Tots 8:30 - 11:15, 8:30 - 1:00 or 8:30 - 2:20, PreK 3 & 4 8:30 - 1:00 or 8:30 - 2:20. We offer Before Care 7:15 - 8:30 am and After Care 2:20 - 6:00 pm We also offer a sibling discount for the second child. Holy Family School is a Preschool for...

Kelly K. says "Its so wonderful to feel like you are apart of a family. They have awesome outdoor activities with the kids such as gardening and hatching butterflies. 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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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
Child care
Day 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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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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creative beginnings preschool

36 GOULD ST VERONA, NJ

5.0(9)

State license verified

starting at
$800/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Day 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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Lightbridge Academy - Bayonne

191 LeFante Way BAYONNE, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
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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Primrose School of Florham Park

31 Columbia Turnpike FLORHAM PARK, NJ

State license verified

Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
Primrose School of Florham Park is an accredited, premium early education and care provider offering proven Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, and Kindergarten programs. Our research based, time-tested Balanced Learning® curriculum combines purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to inspire curiosity,...
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Phoenix Pre-School Of NJ

1353 South Avenue Plainfield, NJ

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...
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Noah's Ark

618 Central Ave Westfield, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
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...
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Early Start Day Care Center

2402 Hamlette Place Scotch Plains, NJ

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...
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Executive Kids Academic Infant and Childcare Center

271 Grove Ave Verona, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
Executive Kids offers a quality and affordable education for children ages 6 weeks to 13 years, ensuring children's safety and happiness. We have two locations in Verona. Our primary childcare center is located at 271 Grove Avenue, Verona, NJ and is licensed for children ages 6 weeks old to 6 years old. Our secondary location is...
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Little Lambs Preschool & Kindergart

229 Cowperthwaite Place Westfield, NJ

Academic
Faith based
Developmental (play-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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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Maplewood, NJ

Pre-k programs in Maplewood, 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 Maplewood, 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 Maplewood, 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 Maplewood, 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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