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Preschools in Dunellen, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

PRECIOUS MOMENTS ACADEMY

I wished they had a larger backyard area. However, the facility is great and the staff is awesome. They are always coming up with new things...

- Angela B.

Kiddie Academy of Colonia

My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care...

- Natalie V.

Noah's Ark Preschool

My daughter attended Noah’s Ark from age 2 until she went to kindergarten, and we couldn’t have been more pleased. She was excited to go...

- Alyshia B.

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PRECIOUS MOMENTS ACADEMY

358 NORTH AVE DUNELLEN, NJ

4.0(5)

State license verified

Academic
International
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 2 more
Precious Moments Academy has been a staple in our community for 30 years. Our goal is to provide a high quality early childhood program allowing children the ability to build independence, and creativity through a safe and nurturing environment. Our diverse classrooms help each child develop confidence and a positive sense of...

Angela B. says "I wished they had a larger backyard area. However, the facility is great and the staff is awesome. They are always coming up with new things to do with...

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Just Us Children

419 NORTH AVE DUNELLEN, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$260/mo
Just Us Children is an early childhood center located conveniently in central Dunellen! Our hours are from 7:00 am until 6:00 pm. We are located right next to the Dunellen train station and on the path of the route 28 bus. We accept and welcome Community Childcare Solutions at our school. Community Childcare Solutions is a...
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Precious Gifts Day Care Center

400 New Market Rd Dunellen, NJ

Preschool
Child care
Precious Gifts Day Care Center located at 400 New Market Road, Dunellen, New Jersey, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school is open from twelve...
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Footprints Christian Preschool

264 New Market Rd Dunellen, NJ

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Footprints Christian Preschool is a non-profit early childhood care and education provider located at 264 New Market Road, Dunellen, New Jersey. The company is experienced to provide stimulating educational activities that enhance the children's academic performance, physical abilities and social skills. It has a capacity of 49...
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Erica T

748 Center Street Dunellen, NJ

Hello! My name is Erica and I have two children, ages 4 and 10, and also have many years of experience with all ages of children. I spent 8 years at an after school program, teaching ages 5-18. I ended as the Teen Coordinator as I worked myself up over the years during high school and college. A past Assistant Director of the...
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Kiddie Academy of Colonia

302 INMAN AVE COLONIA, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Kiddie Academy of Colonia, NJ offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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Noah's Ark Preschool

900 B HIGHLAND PARK, NJ

5.0(8)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Noah's Ark in a NJ Grow Rated School offering care and early childhood education for children ages 6 months through 5 years of age. The mission of Noah’s Ark is to provide a safe, nurturing learning environment for our community’s children. Noah’s Ark certified staff will promote each child’s social-emotional, physical,...

Alyshia B. says "My daughter attended Noah’s Ark from age 2 until she went to kindergarten, and we couldn’t have been more pleased. She was excited to go every day and...

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START-RITE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

9 STELTON RD PISCATAWAY, NJ

4.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
International
Preschool
+ 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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Haynes Preparatory School

140 FRONT ST S PLAINFIELD, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
Welcome to Haynes Prep School, a quality learning center located in South Plainfield, New Jersey - a truly new, innovative and affordable concept in childcare and preschool education. We are dedicated to providing the best care for your child while encouraging an environment filled with fun and education. We offer early...

Jennifer K. says "Our son has been enrolled there since September and we are very very pleased! we are both educators so we had high expectations going in and have been...

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4823 - Everbrook Academy of Metuchen- Coming Soon

205 DURHAM AVE METUCHEN, NJ

5.0(1)
Day Care
Child care
Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially,...

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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Precious Little Butterflies

2050 Woodbridge Avenue EDISON, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1185/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Precious Butterflies Child Care is a licensed early learning center proudly enrolled in Grow NJ Kids, New Jersey’s quality rating and improvement system. We are a small, close-knit school that offers a safe, clean, and loving environment where your child can thrive. At Precious Butterflies, we understand that your child’s...

Fatmata X. says "The teachers are very attentive to the needs of the kids."

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1513 - Childtime of Bedminster

1 BRADFORD RD BEDMINSTER, NJ

5.0(1)

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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STELLAR ACADEMY OF HILLSBOROUGH

51 US-206 HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
We believe the early years are a vital time in the development of a child’s abilities. Presenting the appropriate experiences in a loving manner and at the right time is essential. Our curriculum is orchestrated to enrich all children in every aspect of intelligence and this enables every child to achieve his or her full...

Meghan R. says "Things have been really good I had 2 kids here previously now in elementary. I have another child there and she is doing really well they focus not only...

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Spring Academy

10 North Road Warren, NJ

4.0(4)

State license verified

Academic
International
Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
A unique Montessori Preschool with language immersion such as Chinese and Spanish. Serves kids 1 year and older. Our mission is to help kids to become well-rounded human being and reach their full potential, with independence, integrity and curiosity for knowledge. We do this via our various academic and enrichment programs...

Dr. P says "Spring Academy has a wonderful and warmth environment for any child. The school's curriculum include Math, Chinese and Spanish through Montessori method and...

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Kiddie Academy of Watchung Square

325 NORTH DR N PLAINFIELD, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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Medina's Academy

781 Hamilton Street Somerset, NJ

5.0(2)
Academic
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
International
Preschool
+ 1 more
We offer a diverse education consisting of a mix between the best aspects of the creative curriculum as well as the Montessori teaching method. We have an indoor as well as outdoor playground area. We also provide lunch meals to all of our kids. Give us a call and set up a tour to see our center. Thank you

Sarah K says "Well kept cleaned and organized center. Met with the owners who were very welcoming. Definitely going to look into enrolling my son."

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DAYSPRING CHILD CARE CENTER

130 WHITMAN AVE METUCHEN, NJ

5.0(5)

State license verified

Academic
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
Registration is now open for 2024-2025. To schedule a tour click call us at 732-549-1020. As a Christian State Licensed Childcare Center, we provide an atmosphere that is nurturing and loving. The academic environment stimulates the children to explore, create, grow, and excel in their unique qualities. We have a beautiful...

Care Member says "We had a great experience at Dayspring Childcare. We sent all our kids there and have been with the daycare for 5 years. It's a clean, safe, loving and...

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CHILDREN'S CORNER OF BRIDGEWATER

651 COUNTRY CLUB RD BRIDGEWATER, NJ

5.0(6)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
International
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Children's Corner of the Bridgewater United Methodist Church is a non-profit preschool, Kindergarten and day care. The school offers full and half day programs in 2,3,4 and five-day schedules. Early childhood is a wonderful and unique time in a child's life. Our mission is to provide a safe nurturing and educationally...

Care Member says "I have sent my daughters to Children's Corner for the past three years, and I highly recommend the school to any interested families. Both of my...

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Curious Minds

258 King George Road Warren, NJ

5.0(3)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
International
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
We are an independent, nonsectarian preschool focusing on creative arts and sciences for children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age. We are open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. At Curious Minds, we strive to provide a clean, safe, nurturing and educational environment for young children and their families....

Laura D. says "Curious Minds is wonderful!! My 2 year old son is excited everyday; clapping & cheering as we pull into the parking lot. The staff are warm, creative,...

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Somerset Montessori School

15 DELLWOOD LN SOMERSET, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Located at the beautiful Parker at Somerset campus, Somerset Montessori offers excellent childcare and early childhood education. Infant Program – 6 weeks through 18 months The Montessori Infant program is designed to foster a bond with your baby and a nurturing environment with the individual caregiver. Toddler Program – 18...

Care Member says "My son goes to Somerset Montessori and it is great. He is getting such a positive learning experience in a safe and secure environment. You can tell the...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Dunellen, NJ

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Dunellen, 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 Dunellen, NJ for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Dunellen, 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 Dunellen, NJ.

When looking for a preschool near you in Dunellen, 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 Dunellen, NJ who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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