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We have 60 pre-k schools in Paterson, NJ! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Pre-K Schools in Paterson, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

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

The Ivy School

My son has been attending the school since November and the improvement in his speech and socialization has been profound and it is all...

- Alexandera M.

Little Schoolhouse Academy, LLC

Great staff very clean price great my family love the school

- Binetti

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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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Princeton Pre-K & Childcare

59 Beaverbrook Road Lincoln Park, NJ

3.0(2)

State license verified

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 Ivy School

278 Willow St Teaneck, NJ

3.0(4)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
+ 2 more
The Ivy School in Teaneck is a small boutique preschool that caters to children ages infant to 6 years old. The lead teacher is certified in special education as well as K-5. Ratios are well below State requirements, so that means individual attention for your little one. The Ivy School offers an elite academic program that...

Alexandera M. says "My son has been attending the school since November and the improvement in his speech and socialization has been profound and it is all thanks to...

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Little Schoolhouse Academy, LLC

917 McBride Ave Woodland Park, NJ

5.0(2)
We are a family owned and operated preschool for children ages 2 1/2 - 5 years old. We have an age appropriate curriculum to prepare your child for kindergarten. Our staff includes NJ certified teachers.

Binetti says "Great staff very clean price great my family love the school"

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Together Learning Center/NVPS

219 Washington Avenue Dumont, NJ

4.6(24)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
We've got heart & here is "where TOGETHER happens." Licensed for ages 2-13. Full Day, Before and After School Care. AM & PM Pre-School Program. New curriculum that is full and sensory rich with technology programs available. Open year round - 7am - 6pm. Conveniently located with NYC transportation at our...

Hilda C. says "What a great school! This playground is huge! My daughter has learned so much! the curriculum is fantastic! ASL, yoga, movement classes, STEM learning,...

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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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Cadence Academy Preschool Paramus

650 FROM RD PARAMUS, NJ

State license verified

Child care
Day 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.
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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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New Directions Nursery School

151 Paterson Ave Little Falls, NJ

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
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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Virtual Academy

Clifton NJ Clifton, NJ

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
Virtual Academy is a virtual option for a full preschool education delivered via Zoom Monday through Friday 9 am - 10:30 am. Program delivery is given by NJ certified Early Childhood Educators. Virtual Academy also offers a reading program, tutoring services, and virtual Kindergarten. Visit our website at...
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Executive Kids Academic Infant and Childcare Center

271 Grove Ave Verona, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
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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Early Arts LLC, Child Care Home

207 Elm Street Elmwood Park, NJ

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Reggio emilia
Child care
Preschool
Early Arts - because arts are the perfect tool for teaching young children. Family Child Care Home - because we combine the best of the both worlds: home and school; it's school inside the teacher's house, where first floor is reserved for preschool. Ratio can't be better: one or two teachers and five kids. Ages accepted: two to...
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Jin-A Child Care Center

77 Jay Street Clifton, NJ

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Academic
Faith based
International
+ 5 more
Jin-A has served families in the multi-religious, multi-cultural, community of Clifton, NJ for over twenty-seven years. Programs offered include toddler, preschool, daycare, kindergarten, summer programs, and enrichment activities (i.e. music, art, soccer, yogarate, and dance classes). Jin-A is a New Jersey State licensed...
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Old Tappan Treehouse

15 Dorotockeys Lane Old Tappan, NJ

I am a stay at home mommy with a 1-1/2 year old and a 3-1/2 year old starting pre school three days a week this fall. We live in a quiet neighborhood on a wooded lot which is why my 3-1/2 year old refers to our house as the tree house! I am looking for 2-3 children for full time, part time or before and after school care. We...
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The Little School of Waldwick

40 Franklin Turnpike Waldwick, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
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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Montclair Community Pre K

49 Orange Rd Montclair, NJ

5.0(2)
Child care
Preschool
Montclair Community Pre K provides a prepared environment where children are free to respond to their natural tendency to work. The children’s innate passion for learning is encouraged by giving them opportunities to engage in spontaneous, purposeful activities with the guidance of a trained adult.

Jeffrey S. says "Two of my kids now have attended the MCPK and I have nothing but positive things to say about our entire experience there. In all of their classes they...

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Ponds Valley Pre School

341 Ramapo Valley Rd Oakland, NJ

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
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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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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Come Grow With Me Home Day Care

16 Carol Pl Pequannock, NJ

4.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
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 Genius Academy

810 Broad St Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Little Genius Academy located at 810 Broad Street, Clifton, New Jersey, offers childcare and learning services. The center operates from seven-thirty AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including...

Cinthya says "What an amazing place!! I am extremely happy with the pre-kindergarten program. My daughter, Sarah has been assisting this school since she was three years...

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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Paterson, NJ

Pre-k programs in Paterson, 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 Paterson, 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 Paterson, 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 Paterson, 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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