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

Lightbridge Academy - Mountain Lakes

Our oldest daughter started at Lightbridge when she was 18 months old, and recently graduated preschool. We are very happy with the care...

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Kiddie Academy of West Caldwell

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.

Presbyterian Church Nursery School

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...

- Maryam M

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Lightbridge Academy - Mountain Lakes

100 US-46 MOUNTAIN LAKES, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Lightbridge Academy is the Solution for Working Families®, providing a safe, nurturing, educational environment for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool children. We welcome everyone in our community to be a part of our unique Circle of Care, where we transform the lives of children and their families by offering excellence in the...

Care Member says " Our oldest daughter started at Lightbridge when she was 18 months old, and recently graduated preschool. We are very happy with the care and education...

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Vinci Academy

333 Route 46 West Mountain Lakes, NJ

Academic
Montessori
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
Powered by Vinci Learning Discoverie School uses an award winning internationally recognized curriculum based on Montessori Reggio Emilia Shanghai Math Learning
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Scribbles Preschool Inc

48 Briarcliff Rd # 2 Mountain Lakes, NJ

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Scribbles Preschool Inc is a state-licensed daycare facility that offers full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 48 Briarcliff Rd, the company serves the families living in the Mountain Lakes, NJ area. Scribbles Preschool Inc is open to children between the ages of one and four...
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The Academy For Children

215 Boulevard Mountain Lakes, NJ

Preschool
Child care
The Academy For Children is a licensed full day early childhood education facility conveniently located at 215 Boulevard, Mountain Lakes, NJ. Their facility is licensed by the New Jersey Department of Children and Families child care services to provide a bilingual "love to Learn" curriculum.
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Kiddie Academy of West Caldwell

810 PASSAIC AVE WEST CALDWELL, 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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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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Princeton Pre-K & Childcare

59 Beaverbrook Road Lincoln Park, NJ

3.0(2)
Princeton Pre-K & Childcare is an early childhood education center located in Lincoln Park, NJ 07035. We provide services for children aged 6 weeks to 13 years old. Our programs include infant, toddler, preschool and before / after care. Our school is a family owned, fully licensed, state of the art, childcare center. We...

Ashley T says "My son has been going there since he was 9 months old and they have treated him as if he was their own from day one. They are very loving caregivers who...

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1525 - Childtime of Pinebrook

330 CHANGEBRIDGE RD PINE BROOK, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Day Care
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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Kiddie Academy of Cedar Knolls

201 RIDGEDALE AVE CEDAR KNOLLS, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Kiddie Academy of Cedar Knolls, 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...

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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PRESCHOOL ONLY! HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL

17 LLOYD AVE FLORHAM PARK, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$640/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
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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Kiddie Academy of Florham Park - DUP

128 COLUMBIA TPKE FLORHAM PARK, 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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CRADLES TO CRAYONS CHILDCARE - Headquarters Plaza

26 HEADQUARTERS PLZ MORRISTOWN, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Preschool
Child care
Cradles to Crayons was created to provide a center that offers an enriching early childhood education program, an atmosphere that encourages fun while learning and the flexibility that is needed for working parents. Because we are not a franchise and are not owned by a major corporation, we can provide the type of individual...

Care Member says "They take the best care of my daughters! They always keep me updated with them and I go to work calm because I know they are taking good care of them."

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Kiddie Academy of Montville

350 MAIN RD STE 100 MONTVILLE, 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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Little Explorers Early Learning Academy

346 E Mt Pleasant Ave Livingston, NJ

4.0(4)

State license verified

Little Explorers Early Learning Academy, conveniently located on Mt. Pleasant Avenue at the border of West Orange and Livingston, NJ prides itself in providing high quality daycare and preschool experience for all enrolled children and families. We offer educational programs which meet or exceed that of larger, corporate...

Erin P. says "Little Explorers has nailed the perfect balance of a great school curriculum mixed with the comfort and values that come with an in home facility. My kids...

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Bright Start Early Learning Center

28 LIVINGSTON AVE ROSELAND, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$800/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
This is a family run school school our mission is to provide the top education for your students and families. We offer hot lunch, soccer on Tuesday and dance on Thursdays that is included! We have special family nights like bingo, family picnic , pajama days. We also offer weekly and monthly news letters! we would love for you...

Care Member says "Bright Start Early Learning center is amazing , the teachers are wonderful and truly care and love for the children , My daughter loves being here and...

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Humble Beginnings Childcare LLC

59 BEAVERBROOK RD STE 101 STE 101 LINCOLN PARK, NJ

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 2 more
Discover Humble Beginnings Childcare! Looking for a nurturing and exciting environment for your child? At Humble Beginnings Childcare, we offer: Safe & Loving Care Experienced & Caring Staff Creative Learning Activities Healthy Meals & Snacks Flexible Hours Join us for a tour and see why Humble Beginnings Childcare...

Care Member says " Humble Beginnings is a fantastic daycare that provided a nurturing environment for my kids before they started public school. Vanessa is incredibly...

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ICMC Preschool

1 MANNINO DR ROCKAWAY, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Faith based
Preschool
A high quality neighborhood PRESCHOOL with a focus on Islamic identity. As a center, our emphasis is on community. We need to work together to help learning continue. The importance of working together extends between school and home. Teachers, staff and parents must communicate and share ideas so the child’s interests are...

Suhair N. says "My family and I have been extremely happy with the preschool. Our daughter learns with a creative and hands on approach. She loves going to school each...

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KIDDIE KAMPUS CHILD CARE CENTER

108 BLOOMFIELD AVE CALDWELL, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Kiddie Kampus Child Care Center has been created with the guiding philosophy that children are smaller people with all the frailties, emotions, and talents that make them each unique individuals. We are an exceptional early education center that encourages a child's social, emotional, physical, and academic growth through...

Helen K. says "I love Kiddie Kampus, I tell everyone about them. I had two kids go there, one had some anxiety, and they were super good with accommodating special needs....

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Carol's Home Daycare

103 Klinger Rd East Hanover, NJ

5.0(3)
With over 30 years experience, I am confident your child will thrive both socially and academically in a clean, safe and fun home daycare environment. Prior to opening my daycare 9 years ago, I was a paraprofessional in a Preschool Special Education Classroom for many years, as well as an Assistant Preschool Teacher at a...

Mallory G. says "Carol was an absolute godsend for our son. He has always been a bit shy and sensitive and Carol gave him exactly what he needed to feel comfortable. She...

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Marigold Academy

1176 NJ-10 RANDOLPH, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$1400/mo
Academic
Preschool
Day Care
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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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Mountain Lakes, NJ

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

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

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

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