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Find Trusted Pre-K Schools Near Me in Ridgewood, NJ

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

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Montessori Learning Center of Ridgewood

205 Franklin Ave Ridgewood, NJ

< 1 mi

Child care
Kindergarten
Montessori Learning Center of Ridgewood located at 205 Franklin Avenue, Ridgewood, New Jersey, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven 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 summer camps and winter breaks.
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Little Ivy Learning Center

660 E Glen Ave Ridgewood, NJ

< 1 mi

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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 programs, including summer camps and winter breaks.

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Kids Interactive Day School

8 Wright Way OAKLAND, NJ

5.0(2)

7 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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 in-house daily, ensuring children are energized and ready to learn. Through interactive activities and structured social experiences, we help children build confidence, develop strong social skills, and gain the academic foundation needed for a successful transition into kindergarten and beyond. We are proud to be a GROW NJ KIDS accredited school, offering flexible 3- to 5-day program options to meet the needs of today's families while maintaining the highest standards in early childhood education.

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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Little Schoolhouse Academy, LLC

917 McBride Ave Woodland Park, NJ

5.0(2)

8 mi

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

4.0(24)

7 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
We've got heart &amp; here is &quot;where TOGETHER happens.&quot; Licensed for ages 2-13. Full Day, Before and After School Care. AM &amp; 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 door. Ample parking for easy drop-off &amp; pick-up. Largest playground in the area. *Single Parent &amp; Sibling Discounts. Non-potty trained accepted at no additional cost. Competitive rates.

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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The Lewis Chatman Academy

1 MARKET ST PATERSON, NJ

5.0(3)

6 mi

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
International
Academic
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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 Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Pre K, and kindergarten. These curriculum's align favorably with the state of New Jersey’s education standards for young children.

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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CALVARY LEARNING CENTER

1111 PREAKNESS AVE WAYNE, NJ

5.0(6)

7 mi

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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 experience by introducing children to English and Spanish, as well as sign language. We offer flexible scheduling options, including half-day, full-day, and extended-day programs, with a minimum of two days per week. Whether you're looking for part-time or full-time care, we are here to meet your needs. Please book a tour: https://calendly.com/campcalvarynjdirector/tour-of-calvary-learning-center Let us partner with you in fostering your child's growth and development in a warm, welcoming environment.

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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Jan's Shining Stars Preschool/daycare Llc

688 Colfax Road Wayne, NJ

5.0(1)

7 mi

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 months we will also have picnics and Sprinkler (Water) Days! I have some spots open for children that are 2 through 5 years of age. I am located on a nice, quiet street. I have a big fenced in back yard with lots of things for your child to enjoy. My full-time hours are 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. My part-time hours are any 4 hours of your choice per day. Lunch and 2 snacks will be provided. I have my BA degree in Elementary Education. I am also NJ State Certified in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I have 25+ years teaching experience especially with Preschool and Kindergarten. Call or email with any questions you may have and to schedule a home visit. Come see the Preschool Rooms and my big fenced in back yard. Let's talk about all I have to offer you and your little one. Hope to hear from you soon!

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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The Ivy School

278 Willow St Teaneck, NJ

3.0(4)

8 mi

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Academic
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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 prepares the next generation of leaders with life skills and rigors of the modern educational system. If your family is in need of childcare, a Preschool Program, Kindergarten Program or aftercare contact us for a tour.

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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Lightbridge Academy of Hackensack

215 Union St HACKENSACK, NJ

8 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
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 enrolling for Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-K. Call us to learn more about our programs and The Lightbridge Promise, the Gold Standard of health and safety.
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Early Learning Center

737 RIVER RD NEW MILFORD, NJ

6 mi

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
International
Academic
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New Milford Early Leaning Center and Daycare is small and family oriented center. After much research, ELC has used Learning Without Tears and Handwriting Without Tears curriculum, a holistic, child-centered program that offers age-appropriate, hands-on learning experiences for our students. Our goal is to guide children through play and experiences. Learning Without Tears and Handwriting Without Tears was designed with children in mind, The multi-sensory and developmental instruction is simple and highly effective for all children and teachers. The Pre-K program, Get Set for School, allows numbers and letter sounds to dance across our classroom. This curriculum makes sure all children have all the tools they need to express their thoughts, step by step, letter by letter. It helps our students find the heart of every letter and inspire a love of learning. We will observe our students to adapt our lesson plans to their needs and interests. Art, Science and STEM activities are included in our daily activities. We want all parents to be informed and aware of the activities within the classroom as well as how parents can reinforce these goals and objectives at home. All parents have the director cell number for questions, concerns, input, or just to check to how their child is doing. Our curriculum is aligned with the New Jersey Department of Education Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards. A unique humane education program is also built into our curriculum. The love, care and respect for all lives is taught on a daily basis. Our students are able to interact with pet therapy animals. Our furry and feathered friends include, Edna ( our diapered, imprinted, tame, loving duck), Mae (our giant, docile, tame, loving rabbit), Leo and Lily (our very friendly and attention seeking white doves) and others along the way. All our animals are fully vetted on a regular basis. The students and director started a non profit animal rescue, Fred and Friends, inc in 2011. Some of our ELC families have even helped with rescue! Fred and Friends had a unique rescued duck years ago that was friendly, loving and special needs. Beakers was hatched with a birth defect and was unable to walk. This did not stop his excitement to live Under Miss Christine’s supervision, and with the direction of a rescuer from the UK to guide us via FaceTime, the students built beakers a “duck wheel chair” so he was able to move around on his own. We all learned many important lessons from our feathered friend, Beakers. Miss Christine, grew up along the Mississippi River in Illinois. She brings country family traditions to the ELC like gardening and cooking. Going along with our humane education we have also collected for a local food pantry, started a have a heart program collecting supplies/food needed for local animal shelters, and adopted soldiers deployed sending art work, stamps, stationary, treats and other supplies. Early Learning Center is not the normal “cookie cutter center.” We learn real life skills that will stay with our students forever. We are a true family. Our loving infant/toddler head teacher has been with us since 2006. Early Learning Center is not the fanciest daycare/preschool you will find, but we challenge you to find a more loving, nurturing learning environment.
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Early Arts LLC, Child Care Home

207 Elm Street Elmwood Park, NJ

5 mi

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
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 five years old. Working time: 8am - 4pm, year around. Program: art-based education, making children happy and confident, and ready for Kindergarten.
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New Directions Nursery School

151 Paterson Ave Little Falls, NJ

8 mi

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, regardless of age can be stimulated to learn and retain by daily repetition of play, music, storytelling, or just observing the events with surround them. The creativity the teachers at New Directions share will prepare a child for a positive learning experience.
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Broadway Kids Academy

39 BROADWAY PATERSON, NJ

5 mi

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Academic
Child care
Preschool
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 building - large indoor multipurpose gym / gross motor play space - breakfast, lunch and snack provided - app for parents with daily updates, photos, bill pay and more! Our childcare philosophy incorporates aspects of Montessori schools, as well as Waldorf and traditional learning. Extracurriculars like art, music and science also form integral parts of holistic early developmental learning. We also work with professional partners to provide trauma informed child care as well as activities that foster your child's motor, cognitive, sensory processing, communication, and play skills. All of these are principals that are embedded in our entire philosophy of learning. Your needs and your child's educational and developmental growth are our top priority. We aim to cater the whole child's developmental needs. Joy in discovering God's love flows through everything we do.
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Cadence Academy Preschool Paramus

650 FROM RD PARAMUS, NJ

3 mi

Child care
Day Care
Welcome to Cadence Academy Preschool in Paramus! Our preschool offers care and early education programs for infants, toddlers, preschool, and pre-kindergarten children. We have two classrooms for each age group, a large indoor gym, and a state-of-the-art outdoor playground with areas specifically designed for every age. *We are now offering Flexipass. With Flexi-Pass, families can purchase 5 full days of prepaid care to use one at a time or all at once. There are no registration fees, no ongoing tuition, and no long-term commitment — just trusted care at a lower per-day cost.*
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Jin-A Child Care Center

77 Jay Street Clifton, NJ

8 mi

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
International
Developmental (play-based)
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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 facility, striving to meet high quality standards of the national accreditation agencies. Start With Heart It is our priority that young children who leave their home for the first time, should experience deep love and care within a child care setting. Mission Statement To teach and guide the next generation to believe in themselves and the power of their hopes and dreams. To support the development of respect, tolerance, love, and compassion for God and all of his children. Statement of Philosophy on Discipline At Jin-A Child Care Center we guide and educate the children according to God-centered principles of behavior. Children are encouraged to behave in a cooperative, harmonious manner, which is beneficial to everyone s safety, happiness, and well being. We see discipline as a step-by-step, long-term process; helping children to reflect on and take responsibility for their actions. We guide them to empathize with and respect others through examples and by teaching communication skills and problem solving techniques. Jin-A Child Care Center, Inc. is a non-profit organization with tax exempt status as described in section 501 of the Internal Revenue Code.
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EPISCOPAL CHILD CARE SERVICES

66 SUMMIT ST NORWOOD, NJ

8 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
ECCS has been helping children grow and learn in a safe, nurturing environment since 1976. A non-profit, non-sectarian day care center, ECCS admits all children regardless of race, color, nationality or religious beliefs. Neither corporately owned nor operated, we are state licensed and governed by a Board of Directors that includes parents and community members. ECCS fosters a balanced learning environment incorporates both developmental and traditional academic philosophies. Our center offers infant, toddler, pre-school and private kindergarten programs that are accredited by the NAEYC. We are located in a safe residential area with facilities that include two age-appropriate playgrounds. Tuition includes a balanced breakfast, lunch and snack that are prepared by our on-site cook. We also offer special outside programs, including yoga, music and gymnastics. Many of our staff members have been with us for over 10 years. Staff are CPR/First Aid certified and complete 12 or more hours of continuing education per year. You can feel confident that your child is being cared for by the most loving, nurturing and experienced personnel.
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The Little School of Waldwick

40 Franklin Turnpike Waldwick, NJ

2 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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 experiences and thrills with a fresh approach to the developmental needs of preschool children. Choose from our 2,3,4, or 5 Day options from 8:30 to 3:30 for full day and 8:30 to 12:30 for half day. Our teachers nurture each child as they gently encourage exploration in our exciting environment allowing them to discover the world around them. Students learn through play and use language, math, science, art, movement, music, yoga, athletics and more!
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Old Tappan Treehouse

15 Dorotockeys Lane Old Tappan, NJ

5 mi

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 live very close to Old Tappan schools and there is plenty of room in my awesome mommy mobile (2014 Odyssey) for pick ups and drop offs as well as afternoon adventures to the many parks in the area. My kids and I love to make crafts, practice our ABC's, play with our dogs and ride our motorcycles (bikes and big wheels). If you are interested in more information please message me, I would be happy to discuss further details. I look forward to meeting you, and for our little people to meet! Brittany Harmon Brittharm@gmail.com 419-304-5339
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Reina Care

1312 Fair Lawn Ave Fair Lawn, NJ

3 mi

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 laundry and occasional late-night babysitting. With my background in school systems, I consider myself a thorough professional, aware of the key child development strategies.

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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...

- Care member

Little Schoolhouse Academy, LLC

Great staff very clean price great my family love the school

- Binetti

Together Learning Center/NVPS

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

- Hilda C.

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

Pre-k programs in Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood, 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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