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We have 51 pre-k schools in South Amboy, NJ! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Pre-K Schools in South Amboy, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 51 listed pre-k schools

Bettina E's Care

Our twin boys have been going to Bettina since they were 4 months old! They are now over 2 and a half years old, and they love going to...

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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.

Little Treasures Learning Center

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...

- Trudy A.

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Bettina E's Care

104 S. Feltus St. South Amboy, NJ

5.0(19)
I am a South Amboy Mom, experienced child caregiver and pre-K teacher taking care of children in my home for over 20 years. In-home providers are exempt from licensing in New Jersey, but I have the same curriculum as other daycares. I offer a playroom with lots of toys and books, daily arts and crafts, learning activities...

Care Member says "Our twin boys have been going to Bettina since they were 4 months old! They are now over 2 and a half years old, and they love going to Bettina. Bettina...

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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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Little Treasures Learning Center

2177 Oak Tree Road Edison, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
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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Primrose School of Old Bridge

3647 US Highway Route 9 North Old Bridge, NJ

4.0(4)

State license verified

Academic
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 2 more
We re a national family of accredited early education and care schools serving infants through kindergarten, after-schoolers, their families and communities. With our Balanced Learning approach, we help empower children to reach their full potential by nurturing curiosity, confidence, creativity and compassion.

David E. says "We have been sending our daughter to Primrose School of Old Bridge for about 10 months now. Since she turned 2 years old. Faculty and staff is very polite...

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First Friends Child Care Center

269 Highway 34 Matawan, NJ

3.0(2)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
First Friends in Matawan, NJ has been a local institution since 1986 and is conveniently located in Central NJ. We accept students from infancy to Kindergarten. Our seven acre location within minutes of Rt 9, the GSP parkway, the Old Bridge bus stop to NYC, and so much more has made it a popular choice for working parents and...

Lucie M says "We love First Friends. I have 3 children in this daycare and also send them to the summer camp and the place feels like a second home. The teachers are...

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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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Saplings Academy

37 Jones Avenue New Brunswick, NJ

5.0(2)
Academic
International
Preschool
Kindergarten
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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The Childrens Center Preschool

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

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

3079 Bordentown Ave Parlin, NJ

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
These days Kindergarten demands a lot from children. When a child leaves our program, they will be more than academically ready especially if they complete Kindergarten with us. The Peace Rose Montessori School is a non-traditional pre-school to Kindergarten program that provides a nurturing and respectful academic environment....
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Primrose School of East Brunswick

138 Summerhill Rd East Brunswick, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 1 more
Primrose Schools is a national family of private accredited early education and care schools across the country. We are more than just a daycare. Through our research-informed Balanced Learning approach, we provide meaningful learning experiences for children beginning at 6 weeks of age, thereby nurturing their curiosity,...
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Primrose School of North Edison

23 Nevsky Street Edison, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
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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Temple Beth Ahm Preschool

550 Lloyd Road Aberdeen, NJ

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Temple Beth Ahm Preschool is designed to provide a happy and nurturing environment enabling children to develop a positive self image and love of learning. The curriculum is diverse and flexible, allowing the children to utilize all of their senses while developing the foundations for reading, language, math, science and social...
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Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Childtime located in Rahway, NJ provides quality care for our children and giving their families the peace of mind they deserve. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age-appropriate contexts from Infant, Toddler, Twos/Early...

Keisha G. says "The staff is very nice and friendly and I love this place. When my son started, he could barely speak clearly enough for everyone can understand. Three...

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My Imagination

44 Cleveland Ave. Colonia, NJ

5.0(1)
I am a professional pre-k teacher with 20 years experience. I have opened My Imagination in-home day care because a small group setting provides more one on one time. Doesn't your child deserve that? I am accepting ages 6 months to 5 years. A monthly age appropriate curriculum will be followed in a fun and nurturing environment....

Jennifer M. says "My daughter has been with Ms. Katie since I returned to work after maternity leave. She just turned 2 and I can't express enough how much Ms. Katie has...

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The Playgroup Experience

90 Boulder St. Staten Island, NY

3.4(5)
We are a Day Care/ Pre- School. We take children from 6 weeks-5 yrs. The Playgroup Experience is a nurturing home away from home. We are opened from 6:30am-6:30pm.

Courtney V. says "Their hours are great and they are very accommodating to the parents and children's needs. The level of love and care that every teacher gives my child...

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Small World Preschool

144 Bloomingdale Road Staten Island, NY

3.0(2)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Small World Preschool located at 144 Bloomingdale Road, Staten Island, New York, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school is open from...

Jennifer L. says "This school has a great staff and the Director Maria is amazing. My daughter is in her second year and she absolutely loves it. She is always so happy...

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Peppermint Tree Nursery School

105 Woodbridge Ave Sewaren, NJ

Preschool
Child care
Helping Hands & Peppermint Tree Schools is an early childhood education facility located at 105 Woodbridge Avenue, Sewaren, NJ that provides quality child care for infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten. Their facility also caters to children's camp during summer vacations.
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Pumpkin Patch Pre-School Center

133 Avenel St Avenel, NJ

1.0(2)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
The Pumpkin Patch Pre-School Center located at 133 Avenel Street, Avenel, New Jersey, offers childcare and learning services. The school operates from six-thirty AM to seven PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs,...
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High Hopes Daycare Center

1298 Woodrow Rd Staten Island, NY

Preschool
Child care
High Hopes Child Care Center in Staten Island, is licensed by the Department of Health Bureau of Daycare and an approved universal pre-kindergarten day care center of the state of New York. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, nursery, and preschool. The center is open from Monday through Friday 6:30 A.M. to 6:30 P.M.
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Little Flower Montessori School LLC

6 Kilmer Rd Ste O Edison, NJ

Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
In-Home daycare
Little Flower Montessori School LLC provides a school environment suited for children three years up to six years old. It strives to help children reach their fullest potential and develop a love of learning. It offers Montessori-based programs that promote every child's physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development....
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in South Amboy, NJ

Pre-k programs in South Amboy, 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 South Amboy, 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 South Amboy, 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 South Amboy, 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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