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Pre-K Schools in Scotch Plains, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

Early Start Day Care Center

I highly recommend. In this day care, run by an experienced teacher, your child will receive individual attention to his/her individual...

- Elisa

Noah's Ark

We have been at Noah's for 4 years and both of my children have loved their time at school! My son gets so sad to leave when it is time to...

- Kim M

All About Children Private In My Home

Carolina is FABULOUS. She has been a god send to us! My little one started with her when he was 4 months old (he's almost 2 now and still...

- Jaclyn W.

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Early Start Day Care Center

2402 Hamlette Place Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(7)
Child care
Preschool
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...

Elisa says "I highly recommend. In this day care, run by an experienced teacher, your child will receive individual attention to his/her individual needs, in a clean...

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Language And Enrichment Center

551 Park Ave Scotch Plains, NJ

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The Language and Enrichment Center is one of New Jersey s premier destinations for early childhood education and enrichment classes. Our focus is holistic child development through programs that address different aspects of a child s growing mind and body. We also believe that childhood is the ideal time to introduce foreign...
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Scotch Plains Montessori

1577E 2nd Street Scotch Plains, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Cooperative
Academic
+ 3 more
Our philosophy is to compliment varying learning styles while reinforcing boundaries to each child with a more hands-on approach from our team of educators. Scotch Plains Montessori serves children from four months to six years of age. Our key components include early opening and flexible after hours, full day and half-day...
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Noah's Ark

618 Central Ave Westfield, NJ

4.7(3)

State license verified

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Academic
+ 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...

Kim M says "We have been at Noah's for 4 years and both of my children have loved their time at school! My son gets so sad to leave when it is time to come home. The...

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All About Children Private In My Home

284 Grove Ave Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(9)
Childcare in my home (Woodbridge). SIBLING DISCOUNT! (Scroll down for info about tutoring) Please contact my CELL number at 732-277-8413 for more information I watch children in my home NEWBORN & UP. I'm also fully vaccinated. I'm an experienced stay at home mom with 3 children...

Jaclyn W. says "Carolina is FABULOUS. She has been a god send to us! My little one started with her when he was 4 months old (he's almost 2 now and still goes to her!)....

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Phoenix Pre-School Of NJ

1353 South Avenue Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
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...

Rodney F. says "Great learning environment. This is our 5th year with Phoenix, 3 rd child. Great directors, great teachers, and a great learning program."

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Saplings Academy

37 Jones Avenue New Brunswick, NJ

5.0(2)
International
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
Saplings Academy is a private in-home preschool that strives to meet the needs of students who are ready for a more rigorous academic setting. We seek to work with students who are ready to move forward in their education, but are held back by the school cut off dates which prevents the students from moving forward. We offer...

Althea H. says "Emily has tutored my daughter for 2 years (1st and 2nd grade). We hired Emily because our child was struggling with reading, and she has since been on the...

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Bonnie's Day Care

13 Willow Ave Piscataway, NJ

5.0(2)
My name is Bonnie Conrad. I have been involved in childcare since 1985 when my second child was born. My daycare is located in my home, in a childcare setting area of my home. I have watched over 100+ children, ranging from the ages of 3 months to 4 years. I love doing what I do and enjoy being with the children and helping...

Donna says "Attentive caregiver, who treats your child as her own. Clean home. My child started at 6 weeks and went to pre-school at age 4, fully prepared, knowing...

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Little Treasures Learning Center

2177 Oak Tree Road Edison, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Little Treasures Learning Center is a high-quality childcare facility that provides a safe and fun, year round learning environment, excellent care and full educational programs from infants to the young children between the ages of 6 weeks and 6 years. We also offer a great Summer Camp program for children ages 5 to 9 years...

Trudy A. says "From the time that they were just 6 months old until Pre-K, both of my children attended Little Treasures. Excellent staff at every stage of development!...

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Applecore Learning

240 Franklin Ave Maplewood, NJ

4.4(12)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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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Little Genius Academy of Metuchen

344 Amboy Avenue Metuchen, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Little Genius Academy provides a nurturing environment for children and an unprecedented level of training to their teachers, which redefines early care and education programs! We are committed to providing an environment that fosters healthy cognitive, physical and social-emotional development. We create a classroom community...

Elizabeth C. says "I am really happy with the experience both of my children are having with LGA. They completely revamped the classrooms to mirror current trends in...

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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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The Childrens Center Preschool

411 Joyce Kilmer Ave (last Unit) New Brunswick, NJ

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
NATIONALLY ACCREDITED PRE-SCHOOL LARGE SPACIOUS CLASSROOMS STARTED 1990 CREATIVE CURRICULUM PROGRAM/Kindergarten TUTORING
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The Goddard School

57 Plainfield Road Stirling, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Infant through Pre-K! We are a preschool that focuses on early childhood education and development with specially trained teachers committed to premium standards. Through our F.L.EX. Learning framework we provide the highest quality in education and enrichment programs. We use the most current, proven methods to ensure...
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Cookies & Juice

572 Mountain Ave Plainfield, NJ

State license verified

Montessori
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Cookies & Juice is a Noah's Ark Preschool. We embraces the impressionable first years in a child's life by fostering their uniqueness. This leaves room for both the fundamentals and endless creativity. With activities and curriculum developed specifically for each age group, your child will learn by having fun, which is the...
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Primrose School of North Edison

23 Nevsky Street Edison, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Primrose is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational childcare experience. As the leader in Educational Child Care, we partner with parents to help children build the right foundation for future learning and life. Our goal is to help children have fun while building Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and...
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Tiny Minds Daycare

661 Gornik Dr Perth Amboy, NJ

Special needs
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Balanced learning for well-rounded children. With a combination of child-initiated activities and teacher-directed learning, our preschool program is a structured learning environment where kids become students who are really excited about learning and ready to grow. With newsletters and constant communication, you can rest...
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Noahs Ark Country Day School

618 Central Ave Westfield, NJ

State license verified

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
Noah s Ark embraces the impressionable first years in a child s life by fostering each child s uniqueness. This leaves room for both the fundamentals and endless creativity. With activities and curriculum developed specifically for each age group, your child will learn by having fun, which is the magic combination for being a...
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Little Lambs Preschool & Kindergart

229 Cowperthwaite Place Westfield, NJ

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
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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Wesley Hall Preschool and Kindergarten

1 E Broad St Westfield, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Wesley Hall Preschool and Kindergarten has been serving the needs of families with young children for 65 years. We pride ourselves on educating, nurturing and helping children between the ages of 8 weeks all the way through Kindergarten.
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Scotch Plains, NJ

Pre-k programs in Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains, 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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