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Preschools in South Orange, NJ are rated 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

Nette's Family Child Care

Nette took care of our daughter for 2 1/2 years. As first time parents, we didn't know what to expect leaving our baby with someone else,...

- Katrina R

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.

Sunnyfields Learning Center

My son has gone to Sunnyfields for five years and has grown so much there! Our second son is about to start. We love the atmosphere and...

- Meredith W

Top Preschools Near South Orange

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Nette's Family Child Care

163 Seton Pl South Orange, NJ

5.0(2)
Child care
Preschool
Nette's Family in South Orange, New 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 a certain number of children.

Katrina R says "Nette took care of our daughter for 2 1/2 years. As first time parents, we didn't know what to expect leaving our baby with someone else, but Nette...

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Geraldine Nursery School

22 1st St South Orange, NJ

Child care
Preschool
Geraldine Nursery School is a childcare and learning facility established in 1987 to serve the children living in South Orange, New Jersey. It provides a safe, nurturing and healthy place where children can learn, play, explore and discover. It also provides age-appropriate learning materials and activities that enhance and...
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Little Stages Child Day Care

60 Taylor Pl South Orange, NJ

Child care
Preschool
Little Stages Child Day Care located at 60 Taylor Plain, South Orange, New Jersey, offers standard childcare and learning services. The center is open from seven AM to seven PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs,...
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Village Babies

401 Valley St South Orange, NJ

2.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
Village Babies is a child care center at 401 Valley St, South Orange, NJ that is dedicated to ensure that your child is having fun while learning. Their center focuses on a supportive learning environment that enables their students to grow and develop effectively.
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J A J O Learning Center

410 Irvington Ave South Orange, NJ

J A J O Learning Center is a child care center located on 942 Sanford Avenue, Irvington. Their center can accommodate up to 45 children and has programs for children aged 2 1/2 to 13 years. They offer miscellaneous services such as after-school care among others.
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The Baird Preschool Program

5 Mead St South Orange, NJ

Child care
Preschool
The Baird Preschool Program offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 5 Mead St, the company serves families living in the South Orange, NJ area. The Baird Preschool Program is open to children ages two and a half to five years old.
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Village Babies Child Development Center

401 Valley Street South Orange, NJ

Child care
Preschool
Village Babies Child Development Center is a child development and learning center that has been serving the community of South Orange, New Jersey since 2010. It provides quality care and education in a safe and stimulating environment conducive to children's growth and development. The center provides children with educational...
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Music Together With Kelly Heinze

301 Irvington Ave South Orange, NJ

Child care
Preschool
Music Together With Kelly Heinze is a child care facility in South Orange, New Jersey that offers music and movement programs to children between the ages of birth to 2nd grade. The company’s music, dance, and movement classes are founded on researched and tested principles, and aim to introduce music and assist in children’s...
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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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Sunnyfields Learning Center

494 Route 10 West Whippany, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Preschool and Child Care for children, ages 6 weeks to 6 years old! Open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.! *At Sunnyfields Learning Center, our objective is to stimulate our students' physical, social, emotional, and cognitive skills at their individual developmental levels, with hand-on activities to...

Meredith W says "My son has gone to Sunnyfields for five years and has grown so much there! Our second son is about to start. We love the atmosphere and caring...

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Noah's Ark

618 Central Ave Westfield, NJ

4.7(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Montessori
Reggio emilia
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...

Kim M says "We have been at Noah's for 4 years and both of my children have loved their time at school! My son gets so sad to leave when it is time to come home. The...

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Applecore Learning

240 Franklin Ave Maplewood, NJ

4.4(12)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
OPEN HOUSE AUG 31, 2017 at 9:00am and again 6:00pm. COME tour our beautiful facility and SIGN UP your child with THE BEST DAYCARE IN ESSEX COUNTY! This is much more than just daycare. At Applecore Learning Early Childhood Center we offer developmentally appropriate programs and specialized curriculum for a range of ages,...

Lamoye S says "An Honest Review from an Outsider: What an amazing experience it's been so far! It's approaching 1 month since my daughter was enrolled and I'm a very...

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The Orchard School

360 Passaic Ave Caldwell, NJ

5.0(1)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Academic
+ 3 more
We are licensed for infants to 13 years. We are very busy year-round offering: Preschool/childcare, school-aged before and after school care with homework help groups, social skills music, and art. Our children are advanced in their skills because of the individualized attention that we provide at our school. We like to think of...

Morgan L says "Orchard school gives one of the best experiences for preschoolers!"

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Mighty Sprouts Montessori

1 Barnida Drive East Hanover, NJ

4.0(3)

State license verified

Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
At Mighty Sprouts Montessori, we care deeply about the growth, health, and happiness of our students. A child's education is the foundation of their future. We developed our programs based on the Montessori philosophy and maintain a learning environment that supports all of its principles.

Kathleen D. says "I am so impressed by Mighty Sprouts Montessori! They are unlike any daycare that I have experienced. The children here receive a solid education and...

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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 8 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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Little Papayas In Home Child Care

Raritan Rd Roselle, NJ

5.0(1)
Little Papayas is run by a dedicated caregiver, Mya, a certified childcare provider with CPR certification and over six years of experience caring for young children. I offer affordable, all-inclusive care for child aged 0-6 years old. For more information, visit our website littlepapayas.com or view details below. Services...

Paige B says "Mya is so much more than a caregiver! Mya is amazing at what she does. Mya is a dedicated and passionate provider who goes above and beyond for all...

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Little Munchkin Learner's

100 AVALON Roseland, NJ

5.0(7)
HELLO PARENTS, LITTLE MUNCHKIN LEARNER'S Little Munchkin Learner's shapes the lives of our little ones and helps them grow and develop as individuals. Little Munchkin Learner's offers an experience flush with fun, friendship, learning, and adventure. Join us ! LITTLE MUNCHKIN FULL TIME CARE, PART TIME CARE, REMOTE...

Debbie S. says "Love this place. I know my son is safe, happy, and well taken care of."

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Care 4 Kids

728 Avenue A Bayonne, NJ

5.0(2)
Friendly, Outgoing Stay at home Mom of 4 year old twins accepting applications for childcare in Midtown Bayonne Area, located near Bayonne High School and Walter F. Robinson Elementary. I am available for Full- time, after-school,evening and weekend care for 6 months to 10 years old. Aside from providing full time care to my own...

Ranisha M. says "Reliable, trust worthy, and reasonable. Her care is like home away from home! which is VERY hard to come by when you're a particular mom like me."

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Dominika's Care

317 West Lane Clark, NJ

5.0(3)
Hello! I have a Master's degree in Education Counseling and many years of experience working with children. I try to keep my family childcare small as I focus on different activities during the day and want to be able to offer high quality care for your little one. We often have trips to the local zoo, libraries and parks. We...

Ryan D. says "Dominika does an extraordinary job taking care of our daughter. From the first time we met her, we immediately felt comfortable with her approach to child...

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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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FAQs for finding preschools near you in South Orange, NJ

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

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

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

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