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CALVARY LEARNING CENTER

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...

- Care member

Little Schoolhouse Academy, LLC

Great staff very clean price great my family love the school

- Binetti

The Lewis Chatman Academy

They have great communication skills with the parents, They work well with my child. I havent had any issues with this center since my...

- Emma S.

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The Little School of Waldwick

40 Franklin Turnpike Waldwick, NJ

State license verified

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...
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Child care
Kindergarten
Building blocks child center located in Waldwick, NJ has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts from 18 months to 4 years old and Kindergarten Enrichment & After School Program. They are open from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm.
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CALVARY LEARNING CENTER

1111 PREAKNESS AVE WAYNE, NJ

5.0(6)

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
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...

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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Little Schoolhouse Academy, LLC

917 McBride Ave Woodland Park, NJ

5.0(2)
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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The Lewis Chatman Academy

1 MARKET ST PATERSON, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
International
+ 2 more
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...

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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Together Learning Center/NVPS

219 Washington Avenue Dumont, NJ

4.6(24)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
We've got heart & here is "where TOGETHER happens." Licensed for ages 2-13. Full Day, Before and After School Care. AM & 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...

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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Jan's Shining Stars Preschool/daycare Llc

688 Colfax Road Wayne, NJ

5.0(1)
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...

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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Lightbridge Academy of Hackensack

215 Union St HACKENSACK, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Kindergarten
Child care
+ 1 more
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...
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Reina Care

1312 Fair Lawn Ave Fair Lawn, NJ

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...
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Kids Interactive Day School

8 Wright Way OAKLAND, NJ

starting at
$1495/mo
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...
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EPISCOPAL CHILD CARE SERVICES

66 SUMMIT ST NORWOOD, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$1223/mo
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...
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Cadence Academy Preschool Paramus

650 FROM RD PARAMUS, NJ

State license verified

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...
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Early Arts LLC, Child Care Home

207 Elm Street Elmwood Park, NJ

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...
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Early Learning Center

737 RIVER RD NEW MILFORD, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$1320/mo
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
International
+ 4 more
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...
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Old Tappan Treehouse

15 Dorotockeys Lane Old Tappan, NJ

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...
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New Directions Nursery School

151 Paterson Ave Little Falls, NJ

State license verified

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,...
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Broadway Kids Academy

39 BROADWAY PATERSON, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$980/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Academic
Child care
+ 1 more
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...
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Come Grow With Me Home Day Care

16 Carol Pl Pequannock, NJ

4.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
Come Grow with me is a home day care center located in Pequannock, NJ. They offer preschool curriculum for children ages 3 to 4. They provide readiness programs that will prepare your child for kindergarten. It is open Monday to Friday from 7:45a.m. to 5:00p.m.
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Ponds Valley Pre School

341 Ramapo Valley Rd Oakland, NJ

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
Ponds Valley Preschool is an educational facility that serves the community of Oakland NJ. It offers a comprehensive preschool program and provides developmentally appropriate curriculum that enhance children's mental, social, emotional, and physical abilities. The school promotes active learning by integrating recreational...

Tara M. says "My eldest daughter, who is now in the 4's class and will be graduating and moving on to Kindergarten is Sept has been attending Ponds since she was 2. My...

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Little Lamb Children's Center

400 Ramapo Ave Pompton Lakes, NJ

5.0(1)
Child care
Little Lamb Children's Center located at 400 Ramapo Avenue, Pompton Lakes, New Jersey, offers basic 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...

Erin C. says "Amazing environment! I sent both my babies there when I returned to work and the staff there was energetic, caring, communicative, everything you want. The...

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

Pre-k programs in Waldwick, 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 Waldwick, 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 Waldwick, 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 Waldwick, 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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