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Pre-K Schools in Stirling, NJ are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 50 listed pre-k schools

Small society Academy

I have 3 children have graduated from Small Society Academy in the last 9 years. The staff is wonderful with the kids. They provide for...

- Allison

Bonnie's Day Care

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...

- Donna

PRESCHOOL ONLY! HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL

Its so wonderful to feel like you are apart of a family. They have awesome outdoor activities with the kids such as gardening and hatching...

- Kelly K.

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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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Small society Academy

20 Bay St Stirling, NJ

3.0(2)
Celebrating over 30 years, Small Society was established in 1974 and is family owned and operated. At the Small Society Academy, we have programs for children 4 weeks old to 5 years designed specifically by experts in the field of early childhood education from infant to Pre-K.At the Small Society Academy your child will engage...

Allison says "I have 3 children have graduated from Small Society Academy in the last 9 years. The staff is wonderful with the kids. They provide for them emotionally,...

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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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PRESCHOOL ONLY! HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL

17 LLOYD AVE FLORHAM PARK, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$640/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
PRESCHOOL ONLY!!! Daily hours and options: Monday thru Friday Tiny Tots 8:30 - 11:15, 8:30 - 1:00 or 8:30 - 2:20, PreK 3 & 4 8:30 - 1:00 or 8:30 - 2:20. We offer Before Care 7:15 - 8:30 am and After Care 2:20 - 6:00 pm We also offer a sibling discount for the second child. Holy Family School is a Preschool for...

Kelly K. says "Its so wonderful to feel like you are apart of a family. They have awesome outdoor activities with the kids such as gardening and hatching butterflies. The...

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START-RITE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

9 STELTON RD PISCATAWAY, NJ

4.7(3)

State license verified

International
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Academic
Day Care
+ 2 more
- - -A home away from home -Most classes are no bigger than 8 children -Research Based State Approved Curriculum -Music Together (Internationally Renowned Music Program) is included in the Tuition -Certified Teachers -School is Professionally Cleaned Daily -We also offer language, and zumba classes -Lots of...

Danielle B. says "We loved it while our kids were there. The school is well kept and maintained and is always up to code. they use creative curriculum for the kids. The...

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Little Treasures Learning Center

2177 Oak Tree Road Edison, NJ

5.0(2)
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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Cookies & Juice

572 Mountain Ave Plainfield, NJ

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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Little Lambs Preschool & Kindergart

229 Cowperthwaite Place Westfield, NJ

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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Noah's Ark

618 Central Ave Westfield, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Montessori
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...
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The Children's Corner

45 Church St Liberty Corner, NJ

1.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Faith based
Academic
Child care
+ 1 more
The Children's Corner is a non-profit Learning Center under the sponsorship of Liberty Corner Presbyterian Church (LCPC) as part of the mission of the church through and on the behalf of our Lord Jesus. The Children s Corner is dedicated to meeting the spiritual, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical needs of children in...
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Scotch Plains Montessori

1577E 2nd Street Scotch Plains, NJ

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
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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Phoenix Pre-School Of NJ

1353 South Avenue Plainfield, NJ

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...
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Early Start Day Care Center

2402 Hamlette Place Scotch Plains, NJ

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...
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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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Start-Rite Nursery School

9 Stelton Rd Piscataway, NJ

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
A state-of-the-art early childhood development center, day care/nursery school caring for children 6 weeks to 6 years of age in a nurturing, loving environment. Home away from home! Start-Rite Nursery School and Kindergarten has been serving families in the Middlesex County area since 1952. We offer the best quality education...
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Noahs Ark Country Day School

618 Central Ave Westfield, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Montessori
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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Language And Enrichment Center

551 Park Ave Scotch Plains, NJ

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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The Wonder Years Academy, LLC

133 South Ave Fanwood, NJ

5.0(1)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
The Wonder Years Academy offers early childhood education programs for children six weeks up to kindergarten age. It provides a stimulating environment conducive to learning and development. It strives to provide children with opportunities that promote learning and growth. It is licensed to serve a maximum of one hundred and...

Care Member says "Three extraordinary years!!! My daughter attended The Wonder Years from 2-5 years old and had a terrific experience. Staff are caring and loving,...

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Lightbridge Academy

8 Jane Place Edison, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Hello to all Edison, NJ families! Lightbridge Academy is so excited to be a part of the community and we welcome all Middlesex County families to visit us and discover what sets our school apart! Parents experience peace of mind knowing that their children are receiving the best possible care, along with a quality early...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Stirling, NJ

Pre-k programs in Stirling, 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 Stirling, 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 Stirling, 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 Stirling, 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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