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Preschools in Chester, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

Home Away From Home Family Daycare

She seems overqualified and a great fit!!!

- Jim M.

Gethsemane Lutheran Preschool

We love the staff. Our son did well in the 2 day and 3 day program. The preschool is a play based atmosphere. He is learning pre-reading and...

- Darla M.

STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI SCHOOL

My daughter was well prepared to start kindergarten because of the education she received at Stepping Stones Montessori. Not only was it a...

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Home Away From Home Family Daycare

20 Parker Road Chester, NJ

5.0(1)
Are you apprehensive about placing your child in an over-crowded daycare facility that minimizes personal attention and individual care? Come to Home-Away-From-Home Family Daycare! I offer high quality child care in a safe, nurturing environment as well as provide a structured educational setting run by a certified teacher. All...

Jim M. says "She seems overqualified and a great fit!!!"

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Child care
Preschool
Little Lambs Christian Nursery School promotes values, love, and respect while nurturing preschool students with the necessary skills and education. This child care organization in Chester, NJ provides an age-appropriate curriculum that allow for learning while having fun. They feature a stimulating, safe, clean, and secure...
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All American Kids Club Inc

6 Farm Rd Chester, NJ

Child care
Preschool
All American Kids Club Inc is a licensed child care center that handles kindergarten up to school-age children. Located in Chester, NJ, the company’s services are open to children between the ages of six and 13 years old. All American Kids Club Inc also provides activity-based programs for preschoolers who are two to five years...
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The Dogwood School

8 Dogwood Dr Chester, NJ

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
The Dogwood School in Chester, New Jersey seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 49 children.
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Kiddie Academy Child Care Center

245 Main St Ste 302 Chester, NJ

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Kiddie Academy Child Care Center in Chester, NJ features developmentally appropriate educational experiences that teach the necessary skills to kindergarten and preschool kids from 0 to 13 years old. They promote good feelings of self-worth and self-concepts while valuing uniqueness. They foster a joy of discovery and learning...
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Gethsemane Lutheran Preschool

409 E BALDWIN ST HACKETTSTOWN, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Faith based
Preschool
We are a Christian based Preschool designed to promote the overall growth of each child. We strive to enable each child to develop his/her intellectual, physical, emotional, and social potential to the fullest extent. Our developmentally appropriate, state approved Creative Curriculum is designed to provide an atmosphere that...

Darla M. says "We love the staff. Our son did well in the 2 day and 3 day program. The preschool is a play based atmosphere. He is learning pre-reading and pre-math...

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STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI SCHOOL

17 MAPLE AVE NETCONG, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
+ 3 more
Stepping Stones Montessori School aims to educate the whole child intellectually, socially, and developmentally. Our caring, experienced, Montessori-certified teachers perceive students as unique individuals, seamlessly integrating each child’s needs into a vibrant, flexible, well-prepared environment that meets every child at...

Care Member says "My daughter was well prepared to start kindergarten because of the education she received at Stepping Stones Montessori. Not only was it a teaching for...

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Presbyterian Church Nursery School

65 South St Morristown, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Preschool
We are a Christian Nursery School that operates as a form of outreach for The Presbyterian Church in Morristown. The primary goal of our school is to serve children and families within the Morristown area by offering a nurturing and stimulating atmosphere for young children. We offer the children an opportunity for emotional,...

Maryam M says "My daughter started here at 2.5 - she LOVED it on Day #1. All the teachers, lead by the Director, are not only fabulous - they truly care about all the...

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Home Away From Home

34 St. Marys Drive Succasunna, NJ

5.0(1)
Hello Parents, I am a 35 year old female, mother of three. I have my BA in Psychology with a specialization in Children and Adolescent. I have my BLS certification which entails first aid, CPR, blood born pathogens and Cognitive AED. For the past 8 years, I have been running an in home daycare. I have excellent references. ....

Kimberly C. says "If you are looking for long term friendships, a loving, safe environment, this place is for you!"

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Marigold Academy

1176 NJ-10 RANDOLPH, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$1400/mo
Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
- Full time and part time childcare services - Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Pre-K - Heavy focus on education and development; truly a Kindergarten readiness school - Long standing and experience teachers and administrative staff - Parents call us Home Away From Home - 5 start reviews from parents
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1513 - Childtime of Bedminster

1 BRADFORD RD BEDMINSTER, NJ

State license verified

Child care
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...

Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...

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Guidepost Montessori at Bridgewater

1246 US HWY BRIDGEWATER, NJ

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Day Care
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support, intentional hands-on learning...
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Heritage Children's Academy

1360 SUSSEX TPKE RANDOLPH, NJ

State license verified

Day Care
Preschool
Child care
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children. *We...
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THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE- Mansfield NJ

1885 STATE ROUTE 57 HACKETTSTOWN, NJ

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 2 more
At The Learning Experience, children at our preschool in Hackettstown, NJ follow our proprietary L.E.A.P.® Curriculum, featuring hands‑on activities that nurture intellectual, social, and cognitive skills so every child can learn, play and grow. Engaging TLE® learning characters appear in every lesson, turning abstract ideas...
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International Children's Academy

150 Clark Drive Budd Lake, NJ

State license verified

International Children's Academy is a childcare center and preschool providing quality care to families with children ages 6 weeks to 13 years of age. Our newly renovated center has 9 separate classrooms allowing each age group the space needed to grow and play. We are a family-run center with over 20 years experience in...
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The Children's Corner

45 Church St Liberty Corner, NJ

1.0(1)

State license verified

Faith based
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
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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Miss Kristy's Daycare

9 Morgan Drive Succasunna, NJ

After 10+ years of being a full time nanny and running an in-home daycare, I am now looking for a position with fewer hours so I can also devote more time to my family. Knowing that each child in my care is treated with the love and attention they deserve is very important to me. We spend our days reading, doing...
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A-2-Z Academy of Early Learning

43B Newburgh Rd Hackettstown, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
A-2-Z provides a quality child care program. Our operating hours are between 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., M-F. We provide a very clean, safe, loving and educational environment for children from 6 weeks to 13 years old. Our philosophy is that every child regardless of social economic status is deserving of a good education. We are...
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Gottesman RTW Academy

146 Dover Chester Rd Randolph, NJ

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Outdoor/nature
+ 4 more
The Gottesman RTW Academy maintains high standards of academic excellence and nurtures students in an environment infused with the richness of Jewish life. The Academy inspires intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and personal integrity to enable our students to emerge as lifelong learners, compassionate individuals, and...
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THE PUMPKIN PATCH PRESCHOOL

150 MOUNTAIN AVE HACKETTSTOWN, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$955/mo
Child care
Preschool
NOW ENROLLING!! Welcome to The Pumpkin Patch Preschool! We invite you to visit our center to see what makes us so special! Many parents enjoy our open floor plan which creates a very warm and friendly atmosphere! We are currently licensed for 90 children, Infants- 13 years old. Our center consists of eight classrooms, an...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Chester, NJ

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Chester, NJ. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Chester, NJ for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Chester, NJ, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Chester, NJ.

When looking for a preschool near you in Chester, NJ on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Chester, NJ who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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