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Recent preschool reviews in South Plainfield, NJ

Little Treasures Learning Center

5.0

From the time that they were just 6 months old until Pre-K, both of my children attended Little Treasures. Excellent staff at every stage of development! Kind and encouraging environment.

- Trudy A

Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

5.0

My son loved his time at LES and still to this day talks about his friends and teachers (5 years ago!) He went into kindergarten with a great attitude about school and thrived in class due to the content and structure he had at LES. We are so excited for our younger son to attend LES this fall!

- Laura D

Spring Academy

5.0

Spring Academy has a wonderful and warmth environment for any child. The school's curriculum include Math, Chinese and Spanish through Montessori method and hands-on curriculum. Both my sons improved their social skills and gained more confidence within a very short period of time. The owners and...

- Dr. P

Rutgers-Livingston Day Care Center

5.0

R-LDCC is excellent! All the teachers at R-LDCC are well-trained, attentive, and competent. Their curriculum is play-based and the children get plenty of outdoor time. It is refreshing to see that the activities are not super structured and leave a lot of room for children to be creative and...

- Srujana S

Bonnie's Day Care

5.0

Attentive caregiver, who treats your child as her own. Clean home. My child started at 6 weeks and went to pre-school at age 4, fully prepared, knowing numbers, colors, and the alphabet. Couldn't have mad a better decision

- Donna

Preschools in South Plainfield, NJ

Greatstart Early Learning

4001 Hadley Road Suite F, South Plainfield, NJ

Costimate: $209/wk

Preschool and child care services for ages 6 weeks to 13 years old. Voted Hulafrog's Most Loved Learning Center, and Best Reviewed Preschool. Provides an International School atmosphere with a strong curriculum that emphasizes both academic and social development.

Creative Kids Academy

1615 Clinton Ave, South Plainfield, NJ

Costimate: $209/wk

Creative Kids Academy in South Plainfield, 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 61 children for preschool.

A Small World Preschool & Daycare

810 Hamilton Blvd, South Plainfield, NJ

Costimate: $212/wk

A Small World Preschool & Daycare was established in 1998 to serve the families in South Plainfield, New Jersey. It offers a nurturing and motivating educational environment that supports the children's growth and developmental needs. The school provides age-appropriate activities that stimulate the...

Greatstart Early Learning of South Plainfield

4001 Hadley Rd Ste F, South Plainfield, NJ

Costimate: $209/wk

Greatstart Early Learning of South Plainfield offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 4001 Hadley Rd Suite F, the company serves families living in the South Plainfield, NJ area. Greatstart Early Learning of South Plainfield...

Lil' Big Ones LLC

134 Durham Ave, South Plainfield, NJ

Costimate: $209/wk

Lil' Big Ones LLC provides a cozy, friendly & loving environment for children. It is complimented with activities encouraging social and emotional development. Each child will flourish when they are accepted and loved to become independent and self-assured individuals.

Little Treasures Learning Center

Little Treasures Learning Center

2177 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ

Starting at $1090/mo

5.0

(2)

Little Treasures Learning Center is a high-quality childcare facility that provides a safe and fun, year round learning environment, excellent care and full educational programs from infants to the young children between the ages of 6 weeks and 6 years. We also offer a great Summer Camp program for...
5.0
"From the time that they were just 6 months old until Pre-K, both of my children attended Little Treasures. Excellent staff at every stage of development! Kind and encouraging environment."

Trudy A


Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

367 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, NJ

Starting at $1048/mo

4.0

(4)

The goal of The Little Earth Shepherds Preschool is to nurture each child in a loving and caring atmosphere while helping each of them to grow and develop age-appropriate physical, intellectual and social skills. Our school participates in the "Grow NJ Kids Program." This program is an NJ State...
5.0
"Both of our children made some of their best memories here at L.E.S. The teachers are wonderful and the director is very helpful, kind and flexible. I was so happy that they were open again for the summer program!"

Katalin T


Spring Academy

Spring Academy

10 North Road, Warren, NJ

Starting at $1400/mo

4.0

(4)

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...
5.0
"My 3-year old daughter attends pre-school here full time, and my 2nd grader attends the afterschool program. I am very pleased with the school and feel that my children are receiving an excellent education and great care at Spring Academy. They are both learning...

Petra B


Rutgers-Livingston Day Care Center

Rutgers-Livingston Day Care Center

49 Joyce Kilmer Avenue, Piscataway, NJ

Costimate: $216/wk

4.0

(3)

Full-day care and education for children ages 20 months through first grade; 7:30AM - 5:30PM. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack included. Nationally accredited. First through fifth grade remote learning support.
5.0
"R-LDCC is excellent! All the teachers at R-LDCC are well-trained, attentive, and competent. Their curriculum is play-based and the children get plenty of outdoor time. It is refreshing to see that the activities are not super structured and leave a lot of room for...

Srujana S


Bonnie's Day Care

Bonnie's Day Care

13 Willow Ave, Piscataway, NJ

Starting at $250/wk

5.0

(2)

My name is Bonnie Conrad. I have been involved in childcare since 1985 when my second child was born. My daycare is located in my home, in a childcare setting area of my home. I have watched over 100+ children, ranging from the ages of 3 months to 4 years. I love doing what I do and enjoy being...
5.0
"Both my children went to Bonnie's Day Care. Even now my daughter 25 and my son 19 still go back to visit. They had a great experience and were extremely well taken care of from infant to preschool. I highly recommend this facility."

Mary


Saplings Academy

Saplings Academy

37 Jones Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ

Starting at $50/wk

5.0

(2)

Saplings Academy is a private in-home preschool that strives to meet the needs of students who are ready for a more rigorous academic setting. We seek to work with students who are ready to move forward in their education, but are held back by the school cut off dates which prevents the students...
5.0
"Emily has tutored my daughter for 2 years (1st and 2nd grade). We hired Emily because our child was struggling with reading, and she has since been on the Honor Roll for every semester. Our child is always happy to see Ms Emily (rating her "5 stars and 2 thumbs...

Althea H


Medina's Academy

Medina's Academy

781 Hamilton Street, Somerset, NJ

Starting at $175/wk

5.0

(2)

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...
5.0
"Well kept cleaned and organized center. Met with the owners who were very welcoming. Definitely going to look into enrolling my son."

Sarah K


Tiny Toes Preschool and Daycare

Tiny Toes Preschool and Daycare

1595 East Second Street, Scotch Plains, NJ

Costimate: $228/wk

5.0

(2)

At Tiny Toes we encourage children to explore, to wonder, to imagine, to experiment with language and materials, to play, and to develop a lifelong love of learning. We believe there is a great potential in each young child. It is the responsibility of the educators and families to nurture that...
5.0
"If I could give more than five stars I would. My 3year old daughter attends Tiny Toes and she absolutely adores it. Tiny toes has an extremely clean and safe atmosphere. Ms Zee and Ms Jill are both phenomenal ladies and go above and beyond to care for my little...

Erin W


John Kenney Child Care Center At Heller Park

John Kenney Child Care Center At Heller Park

211 Mill Rd, Edison, NJ

Costimate: $217/wk

5.0

(2)

Welcome to John Kenney, where we offer subsidized quality child care for Heller Park employees, Edison Residents, & Edison Township employees! The John Kenney Child Care Center is the fulfillment of a promise made by developer Isaac Heller to the people of Edison. In 1987, Mr. Heller, Chairman...
5.0
"The best place you could possibly select for your child. My child been attending JKCCC since 2013 and I could not believe how cozy, professional, warm this place is. The program is amazing. Without loud words and much of advertising this place is simply the best...

Anastasia


Superhero Schoolhouse

Superhero Schoolhouse

281 Johnsons Lane, Parlin, NJ

Starting at $190/wk

4.5

(6)

About Our Program - Daycare / Preschool / Aftercare & Drop-in Services Superhero Schoolhouse provides children the opportunity to build confidence and express their individuality through artistically enriching, intellectually stimulating and physically challenging activities. Our unique learning...
5.0
"My oldest has been with this school since 1, then followed my other 2 daughters! They love heading to school everyday, every morning we are always greeted by the director, charmaine is such an amazing women inside and out! Most importantly my children are treated...

Shannon R


Noah's Ark

Noah's Ark

618 Central Ave, Westfield, NJ

Costimate: $220/wk

4.7

(3)

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....
5.0
"I love my daycare family. It truly feels like home away from home. The staff is so careful and responsible and I feel that my daughter is so happy. Everyone will go above and beyond to help your family in any way that they can."

Roberta B


All About Children Private In My Home

All About Children Private In My Home

284 Grove Ave, Woodbridge, NJ

Starting at $60/day

5.0

(8)

Childcare in my home (Woodbridge). SIBLING DISCOUNT! (Scroll down for info about tutoring) Please contact my CELL number at 732-277-8413 for more information I watch children in my home NEWBORN & UP. I'm also fully vaccinated. I'm an experienced stay at...
5.0
"Words can't even express how much I appreciate Carolina! My daughter has been with her since she was 6 weeks old. My daughter is 2 now and loves going to her house. Carolina is very flexible & she will work with you. She teaches the children many fun learning...

Patty M


Springdale Montessori

Springdale Montessori

23 Gill Lane, Iselin, NJ

Costimate: $204/wk

3.7

(3)

At Springdale Montessori we have committed ourselves to achieving the following goals for our children and families: To provide a solid academic foundation through the Montessori Philosophy To assist children in developing a positive self-image. To provide a child-centered environment that...
5.0
"This is the Best Children Daycare you can find in Woodbridge, Iselin area. My child has been going there from last 3 years, I was recommended by another parent to go to this school and so far it has been excellent experience with them. My daughter has been...

Carrie C


I Can Kids Child Care and Learning Center

I Can Kids Child Care and Learning Center

806 Route 1 North, Edison, NJ

Costimate: $276/wk

5.0

(9)

At I Can Kids Child Care and Learning Center, our mission is to provide children with the foundation needed for a happy and successful life. What is the key? Having an 'I CAN' positive attitude! We'll help encourage your child to be more confident, self-reliant and empowered. We offer a New Jersey...
5.0
"I like here.My older son in here when he 4 y old ,now he go to public school ,he still miss everyone,that is why my two boys came back for summer,now my two boy all like here."

Annie W


Curious Minds

Curious Minds

258 King George Road, Warren, NJ

Costimate: $212/wk

5.0

(3)

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...
5.0
"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, caring, professional & inspiring. The school is absolutely beautiful, I've been taking my son there for three...

Laura D


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