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Pre-K Schools in Oakland, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 34 listed pre-k schools

Kids Interactive Day School

Our family has been enrolled at KIDS since 2021, and we couldn’t be happier with the care provided to all three of our children. The...

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Ponds Valley Pre School

My eldest daughter, who is now in the 4's class and will be graduating and moving on to Kindergarten is Sept has been attending Ponds since...

- Tara M.

Princeton Pre-K & Childcare

My son has been going there since he was 9 months old and they have treated him as if he was their own from day one. They are very loving...

- Ashley T

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Kids Interactive Day School

8 Wright Way OAKLAND, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1495/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Day Care
KIDS Interactive Day School is a nurturing, engaging environment where children grow through hands-on learning, creative exploration, and purposeful play. Our bright, welcoming classrooms are thoughtfully designed to stimulate young minds and support early academic development. Nutritious, well-balanced meals are prepared...

Care Member says "Our family has been enrolled at KIDS since 2021, and we couldn’t be happier with the care provided to all three of our children. The teachers are...

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Preschool
Child care
Ponds Valley Preschool is an educational facility that serves the community of Oakland NJ. It offers a comprehensive preschool program and provides developmentally appropriate curriculum that enhance children's mental, social, emotional, and physical abilities. The school promotes active learning by integrating recreational...

Tara M. says "My eldest daughter, who is now in the 4's class and will be graduating and moving on to Kindergarten is Sept has been attending Ponds since she was 2. My...

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Kradle To Kindergarten Inc

95 Bauer Drive Oakland Oakland, NJ

Child care
Kindergarten
In-Home daycare
Kradle To Kindergarten Inc is a childcare and education provider that serves the community of Oakland NJ. It offers a loving and nurturing environment and provides appropriate learning programs that focus on developing the children's social skills, intellectual abilities and emotional stability. The center promotes balanced...
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Princeton Pre-K & Childcare

59 Beaverbrook Road Lincoln Park, NJ

3.0(2)
Princeton Pre-K & Childcare is an early childhood education center located in Lincoln Park, NJ 07035. We provide services for children aged 6 weeks to 13 years old. Our programs include infant, toddler, preschool and before / after care. Our school is a family owned, fully licensed, state of the art, childcare center. We...

Ashley T says "My son has been going there since he was 9 months old and they have treated him as if he was their own from day one. They are very loving caregivers who...

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The Lewis Chatman Academy

1 MARKET ST PATERSON, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
International
Cooperative
+ 2 more
The Lewis Chatman Academy is a new age nonprofit Child Care Center in Paterson, NJ. We are committed to the entire family. Our goal is to educate the family as well as the children through various programs and adult classes. The Lewis Chatman Academy uses creative curriculum along with TLCA specialized curriculum for our...

Emma S. says "They have great communication skills with the parents, They work well with my child. I havent had any issues with this center since my little one has been...

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Jan's Shining Stars Preschool/daycare Llc

688 Colfax Road Wayne, NJ

5.0(1)
I'm Jan, Owner/Teacher/Child Care Provider of Jan's Shining Stars Preschool/Daycare LLC. Our goal is to foster your child's love of learning through fun and educational activities. Every day is full of arts and crafts, rhythm and movement (music), Toddler/Preschool Skills, stories, fun themes and much more. During the Summer...

Melissa says "My son loves Ms. Jan and all the activities she plans for him. She is knowledgable about academics and provides a safe learning environment for my son. I...

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CALVARY LEARNING CENTER

1111 PREAKNESS AVE WAYNE, NJ

5.0(6)

State license verified

Faith based
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
+ 1 more
At Calvary Learning Center, we offer a faith-based program designed to nurture and support children from 6 weeks old through Kindergarten. Our approach emphasizes family involvement, creating a collaborative environment where parents are an integral part of their child's learning journey. We provide a rich, bilingual...

Care Member says "They say it takes a village and CLC is my village!!! From the moment you step through the doors, you are made to feel like family. So caring, reliable...

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The Little School of Waldwick

40 Franklin Turnpike Waldwick, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Welcome to The Little School of Waldwick where learning and fun become one! Inviting classrooms and our nurturing environment will smoothly and comfortably ease your child's transition into an engaging and age appropriate program. Our programs for students 18 months through Kindergarten are designed to provide appropriate play...
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Broadway Kids Academy

39 BROADWAY PATERSON, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$980/mo
Faith based
Montessori
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 1 more
We understand the importance of getting a jump start on education at an early age. We offer Early Toddler Learning Childcare (ages 2.5-3.5), Pre School (4-6). In a nutshell, what sets us apart: - clean and newly renovated facility - rigorous cleaning, nontoxic disinfecting, and multilayer air purifiers throughout the...
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Reina Care

1312 Fair Lawn Ave Fair Lawn, NJ

I have taught in NJ schools K-2 because I love children. After raising my own 2 sons, this became my career. I prefer to care for kids inter own home. My last long-term job involved 3 children: 12/ 11 and 4. Providing meals, I drove them to school, picked them up, cared for 4 year-old 12 hours/day. I was also able to do family...
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Come Grow With Me Home Day Care

16 Carol Pl Pequannock, NJ

4.0(1)
Preschool
Child care
Come Grow with me is a home day care center located in Pequannock, NJ. They offer preschool curriculum for children ages 3 to 4. They provide readiness programs that will prepare your child for kindergarten. It is open Monday to Friday from 7:45a.m. to 5:00p.m.
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Little Lamb Children's Center

400 Ramapo Ave Pompton Lakes, NJ

5.0(1)
Child care
Little Lamb Children's Center located at 400 Ramapo Avenue, Pompton Lakes, New Jersey, offers basic childcare and learning services. The center is open from seven AM to six-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school...

Erin C. says "Amazing environment! I sent both my babies there when I returned to work and the staff there was energetic, caring, communicative, everything you want. The...

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Abcs of Learning A Montessori School

129 Boonton Ave. Butler, NJ

Child care
Abcs of Learning A Montessori School provide an individualized Pre-K through Grade 8 education. The school promotes academic excellence founded on the authentic philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. They craft each child’s education in partnership with educators and parents to achieve higher levels of academic, personal and social...
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Children's Learning Place

530 Newark Pompton Tpke Wayne, NJ

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Children's Learning Place located in Chicago, IL is a center that provide a safe, clean, interactive, fun and exciting environment where your child can learn while having fun. The center has a comprehensive program from Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K. They provide breakfast, lunch and snacks.
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Circle Time Pre-School and Child Care Center

65 La Rue Rd Newfoundland, NJ

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Circle Time Preschool and Child Care Center offers full-time child care and early learning programs for preschoolers and kindergarten children. The facility operates during weekdays and is open from 6:30 A.M. to 6:30 P.M. Circle Time Preschool and Child Care Center accepts children who are six weeks old to five years old.
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Little Ivy Learning Center

660 E Glen Ave Ridgewood, NJ

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
The Little Ivy Learning Center located at 660 East Glen Avenue, Ridgewood, New Jersey, offers standard childcare and learning services. The center is open from seven AM to six-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school...
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Imma J Duverge

594 E 25th St Paterson, NJ

Child care
Imma J Duverge is a local child care provider that offers home-based daycare services geared for pre-kindergarten and school-age children. Located at East 25th Street, the company provides its services to the residents of Paterson, NJ. Imma J Duverge has been doing business in the area since opening in 2010.
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Paula's Home Away From Home Private Child Care

371 Squaw Brook Rd North Haledon, NJ

Looking for private care? I am a Home away from Home, not a daycare center. As a parent, I understand that it could take a lot of time to find the perfect place and match for your child. Rest assure your child will be happy in safe, comfortable, loving environment. I am available to provide care for 2-3 children in my home. It...
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Pompton Plains Pre-School Association

525 Newark Pompton Tpke Pompton Plains, NJ

Preschool
Child care
Pompton Plains Pre-School Association is an early development center at 525 Newark Pompton Tpke, Pompton Plains, NJ that helps their students develop the skills needed to excel later in school. Their programs are flexible and adjusts to their students' individual learning needs.
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Little Shining Stars Home Daycare/Preschool

110 Grant Ave Pompton Lakes, NJ

I own and operate my own daycare/preschool/after school program. We accept 3 months to 7 years old. We offer preschool and pre-k classes and they learn everything before they go to Kindergarten. We offer music, computer classes, music class, yoga class, tumblebus and karate. We have an outside playground and we go on field...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Oakland, NJ

Pre-k programs in Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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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