Find Trusted Preschools Near Me in South Orange, NJ

We have 60 preschools in South Orange, NJ! Compare and find the best preschool to fit your needs.

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Preschools in South Orange, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

Bobbie's Learning Center

Bobbies is our 2nd family. The kindness and love is palpable and our daughter has made lifelong friends and memories here. The care takers...

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Buzzing Bees Academy

Both of our daughters went to Buzzing Bees. We loved the personalized attention they gave our girls. It didn't feel like we were dropping...

- David B.

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

Top Preschools Near South Orange

Bobbie's Learning Center

68 Vose Ave. SOUTH ORANGE, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at: $1974/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Cooperative

Outdoor/nature

Academic

Child care

+ 2 more

Bobbie's Learning Center adheres to a holistic approach of early childhood education. When we expose children to different environments and various learning experiences, we allow them to explore their self-awareness and gain a sense of the world around them. Once they leave our Preschool, they’re fully prepared for the next...

Care Member says "Bobbies is our 2nd family. The kindness and love is palpable and our daughter has made lifelong friends and memories here. The care takers are genuine,...

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Buzzing Bees Academy

31 W 3RD ST SOUTH ORANGE, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at: $1733/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Academic

Child care

Day Care

Preschool

Buzzing Bees is a family owned and operated center with 15+ years of experience in providing care to surrounding communities. We are conveniently located in the heart of South Orange, minutes from multiple bus stops, major highways, and South OrangeTrain Station. At Buzzing Bees Academy we believe that when children are...

David B. says "Both of our daughters went to Buzzing Bees. We loved the personalized attention they gave our girls. It didn't feel like we were dropping them off at...

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Village Babies

401 Valley St South Orange, NJ

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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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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LITTLE LAMB PRESCHOOL

100 E 22ND ST BAYONNE, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at: $1050/mo

Faith based

Academic

Preschool

Here at Little Lamb Preschool, we provide a safe and nurturing environment that promotes growth and development of our little ones ranging from infants as young as 6 weeks all the way through the pre-kindergarten age. Our precious little ones flourish from receiving a Christ-centered education of academics, language and social...

Ann B. says "We love little lambs. My oldest was there for 3 years and is now going into 6th grade. My daughter also was there and now my 5 year old is following. We...

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LITTLE SCHOLAR NURSERY SCHOOL

444 UNION AVE BELLEVILLE, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at: $1200/mo

Montessori

Cooperative

Developmental (play-based)

Academic

Child care

+ 3 more

At Little Scholar... It is very important to provide children with a safe nurturing environment in which they can learn and succeed in life. At Little Scholar we strive to do just that. Our preschool has been providing early childhood services in Belleville/Nutley since 1978. Combined the staff at Little Scholar has over...

Anita C. says "Very caring staff members and teachers! They are also very good with communication."

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Bright Start Early Learning Center

28 LIVINGSTON AVE ROSELAND, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at: $800/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Cooperative

Academic

Child care

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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Kiddie Academy of Rutherford

306 UNION AVE RUTHERFORD, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care

Day Care

Preschool

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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Kiddie Academy of Secaucus

1006 New County Road SECAUCUS, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care

Day Care

Preschool

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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Kiddies Kare

195 W MARKET ST NEWARK, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature

Reggio emilia

Developmental (play-based)

Montessori

Academic

+ 3 more

Our mission is to positively impact the lives of children, their families, and the communities we serve. We transform early education into an exciting adventure, nurturing your child’s natural curiosity, prioritizing their interests, and fostering learning through play. Our approach sets the foundation for their future school...

Care Member says "The staff is so helpful and friendly!!! They really kept me updated and I felt confident that my child is not just cared for, but learning while he’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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CORNERSTONE SCHOOL OF SUMMIT

561 SPRINGFIELD AVE SUMMIT, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at: $1161/mo

Preschool

Our mission is to promote the development of children through a play-based curriculum that ignites curiosity, inspires creativity, and promotes character. We are committed to strengthening families by offering opportunities for discussions, parenting and child development workshops, and social events where parents and children...

Nicole W. says "We have been a family of Cornerstone School since 2020 and all our of children have been students there. We have been very happy with the education that...

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Kiddie Academy of Springfield

25 US-22 E SPRINGFIELD, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care

Day Care

Preschool

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 ANGELS NURSERY SCHOOL X

188 WASHINGTON AVE NUTLEY, NJ

4.0(4)

State license verified

starting at: $1011/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Cooperative

Outdoor/nature

Academic

Child care

+ 2 more

Family owned child care center open for 24 years. Our program caters to infants, toddlers, and pre-k children.

Vladimir says "We've had an incredible experience with LANS over the past year. Rabab and her team of devoted teachers have created a nurturing environment where our...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in South Orange, NJ

In 2026 what types of preschools can I find near me 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.

What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in South Orange, NJ?

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.

How can I find a preschool near me 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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Find Trusted Preschools Near Me in South Orange, NJ

Recent preschool reviews from local parents in South Orange, NJ

Bobbie's Learning Center

Buzzing Bees Academy

Nette's Family Child Care

Top Preschools Near South Orange

Bobbie's Learning Center

Buzzing Bees Academy

Nette's Family Child Care

Little Stages Child Day Care

The Baird Preschool Program

Geraldine Nursery School

J A J O Learning Center

Music Together With Kelly Heinze

Village Babies

Village Babies Child Development Center

LITTLE LAMB PRESCHOOL

LITTLE SCHOLAR NURSERY SCHOOL

Bright Start Early Learning Center

Kiddie Academy of Rutherford

Kiddie Academy of Secaucus

Kiddies Kare

PRESCHOOL ONLY! HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL

CORNERSTONE SCHOOL OF SUMMIT

Kiddie Academy of Springfield

LITTLE ANGELS NURSERY SCHOOL X

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in South Orange, NJ

In 2026 what types of preschools can I find near me in South Orange, NJ?

What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in South Orange, NJ?

How can I find a preschool near me in South Orange, NJ?

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