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Princeton Pre-k & Childcare For Early Childhood Development

Our two year old toddler absolutely loves this place! We had heard about experiences from other parents regarding children often getting...

- Nivejeetha S.

MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE

We've been with them since June 2021 and they've been wonderful with my son. He was ready for school and they are always wonderful and easy...

- Shawna R.

THE SAPLING SCHOOL

They are very attentive and reassuring. They do many activates and now my baby is writing and ready for kindergarten

- Bethany F.

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The Polka Dot Place

53 State Road Princeton, NJ

I am a Princeton University Alumna with a degree in Cultural Anthropology and extensive coursework and training in early childhood development. I am the former owner of the legendary Tiger Hall Play Zone which used to be on 206 in the plaza with Mayflower Cleaners. It was a funky preschool and play center hybrid. The page is...
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Young Wonders Child Development

59 Paul Robeson Place Princeton, NJ

State license verified

International
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
YWCA Princeton's Child Development Center is a state of New Jersey licensed program for children from eight weeks to six years of age. Program runs Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM, Year-Round. The school The Creative Curriculum, an award-winning and research-based curriculum that focuses on getting children...
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Princeton Community Family Learning Center

16 All Saints Road Princeton, NJ

Child care
In-Home daycare
Kindergarten
Preschool
Princeton Community Family Learning Center (PCFLC) is a small center with only 36 children total and 8 amazing teacher-caregivers. Nestled on the Princeton countryside near the Herrontown Woods, we are still only 2 miles from the Princeton University main gate. PCFLC is located on the grounds of the lovely and expansive All...
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Princeton Pre-k & Childcare For Early Childhood Development

26 Normady Dr Princeton Junction, NJ

5.0(11)
Princeton Pre-k & Child Care is offering services for infants to children, 5+ years of age, in a home-based facility registered by the state of New Jersey, ensuring the environment and safety of your children per recommended regulations. Please come and see for yourself how we are providing quality exposure to learning...

Nivejeetha S. says "Our two year old toddler absolutely loves this place! We had heard about experiences from other parents regarding children often getting sick in...

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MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE

364 GEORGES RD DAYTON, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

We are a certified licensed Montessori Pre School and Child Care center. We are family owned and operated for over 45 years. Montessori Children's House provides early education to children starting at 2 1/2 years old - 5 years old. Our environment is warm, bright, and inviting with two spacious classrooms and a beautiful...

Shawna R. says "We've been with them since June 2021 and they've been wonderful with my son. He was ready for school and they are always wonderful and easy to communicate...

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THE SAPLING SCHOOL

3080 NJ-27 KENDALL PARK, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1191/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Kindergarten
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The Sapling School is a child care provider having locations in Kendall Park and Fair Lawn, New Jersey, for children from infancy to five years of age. Our kindergarten school provides personalized attention for each child to achieve his or her maximum learning potential. With more than 15 years of experience, our trained staff...

Bethany F. says " They are very attentive and reassuring. They do many activates and now my baby is writing and ready for kindergarten"

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BETH CHAIM PRE-SCHOOL

329 VILLAGE RD E PRINCETON JCT, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
Preschool
Beth Chaim Pre-School accepts children from all backgrounds. Our program is designed to teach respect for differences. Also, to instill values of gratitude and compassion, to demonstrate kindness through words and actions and to teach children that we are all responsible for each other – in our families, in our classrooms and in...
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Lightbridge Academy - Plainsboro

10 Schalks Crossing Road PLAINSBORO, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Welcome to Lightbridge Academy of Plainsboro, NJ! New Middlesex County parents are welcome to schedule a tour and discover why our parents experience peace of mind knowing that their children are receiving the best possible care, along with a quality early childhood education program for Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, and Pre-K...
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Little Friends Hamilton Day School

221 Edinburg Road Mercerville, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
In-Home daycare
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
We are a licensed child care center serving preschool aged children 18 months old through Kindergarten, operating year-round of full and half day classes during the school year. Our Kindergarten program has a cut off date of December 31st! We also offer an exciting, enjoyable, and interactive camp program over the summer....
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Lightbridge Academy of South Brunsw

400 Wynwood Dr Monmouth Junction, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Hello to our South Brunswick community from our BRAND NEW center! We are so happy to announce that WE ARE OPEN and available to schedule you for a virtual, weekend or evening tour. During your tour you will also learn all about our Lightbridge Promise and as the solution for working parents, know we are here to support you!...
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starting at
$1070/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
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Now Enrolling for Ages 0-6! Full & Part Time programs for Toddlers| Preschool| Kindergarten| Before & After School Care. Our STEM-based curriculum and personalized care for each child fosters Confidence & Creativity in Young Children. Save over $500 with early enrollment. We accept Community Child Care Solutions &...
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Adventure Village Preschool

Fenwood Ave Trenton, NJ

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
In-Home daycare
+ 1 more
I offer your child a loving environment in a 1-4 ratio classroom for children, 3 and up. They will prepare for Kindergarten through fun, discovery and adventures while getting individual attention in a home environment school. "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world". Nelson...
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Sunflower Family Daycare LLC

34 WHITE OAK COURT Monmouth Junction, NJ

Sunflower Family Daycare (SFDC) Registered from State Of New Jersey Department of Children and Families provides daycare facilities to Infants and Toddlers in a very neat, clean, and hygienic home environment. Sunflower Family Daycare LLC also provides services to after school and before school kids. Holiday care facility is...
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Nature Nurture Play School

38 Shady Lane Hamilton, NJ

State Registered Family Childcare located in Hamilton Township CPR/First Aid certified in infant and child Members of NJFCCPA and NAFCC Now Partnered with Monday Morning Inc. Mission Statement: "Our mission is to provide a family childcare setting that is healthy, nurturing and educational. Where children will be...
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Little Friends

221 Edinburg Road MERCERVILLE, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$1256/mo
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Why Choose Our School? At Little Friends, we don’t just care for children — we nurture, guide, and inspire them every day. Choosing the right early childhood program is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and here’s why so many families are proud to call our center their second home: 🌟 A Safe and Loving...
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Gymboree Play & Music of Hillsborough NJ

649 Route 206 Hillsborough, NJ

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Pre-school and Mommy and me classes We're the Global Leader in Classes for Kids At Gymboree Play & Music, you and your child will build creativity, confidence and lifelong friendships. Gymboree programs are specially designed to help young children learn and develop as they play. Our classes also help you learn about your child...
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Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Windsor Happy School in Princeton Junction, NJ provides kids a chance to be independent and self-sufficient every Mondays to Fridays. They offer learning experiences and a sense of belonging while meeting the needs of kindergarten and preschool students. They feature a program that gives the children opportunities to explore,...

Vestry says "Both of my children attended Happy School. They were lovingly cared for, excited to go to school and well prepared for kindergarten. Two thumbs up Happy...

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Child Development Center B M S

311 Pennington Rocky Hill Rd Pennington, NJ

Child care
Preschool
Child Development Center B M S offers a positive beginning to a child’s education with quality programs for infants, toddlers, pre-school and school aged children. The center provides children to learn through active participation with hands-on experience through exploration and discovery.
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Pals Play and Learn School

311 Amwell Rd Hillsborough, NJ

Preschool
Pals Play and Learn School is a private non-sectarian early education facility that services children and families residing in Hillsborough, New Jersey. The company offers nursery, preschool, and pre-kindergarten classes for children ages 2 ½ to 4 years old. Pals Play and Learn School also offers a variety of enrichment programs...
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Pre School Advantage

15 Woodsville Rd Hopewell, NJ

Child care
Pre Schoo; Advantage is a play-based parent-cooperative preschool with great teachers, small class sizes and affordable tuition rates. The school gives children an opportunity to use and experiment with equipment and materials that individual families may not have at home. They also offer a unique opportunity for children to...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Princeton, NJ

Pre-k programs in Princeton, 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 Princeton, 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 Princeton, 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 Princeton, 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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