Find Trusted Preschools Near Me in South River, NJ

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

Calico Cat Nursery School

Our twins just started at Calico Cat and I can not say enough good things about this school. All the teachers are amazing. Ms. Jackie...

- Danielle P.

THE SAPLING SCHOOL

They are very attentive and reassuring. They do many activates and now my baby is writing and ready for kindergarten

- Bethany F.

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.

Top Preschools Near South River

Calico Cat Nursery School

90 Leonardine Ave South River, NJ

5.0(1)

Child care

Preschool

Calico Cat Nursery School is a licensed child care facility located at 90 Leonardine Ave, South River, NJ that provides nearby families access to quality child care. Their community encourages cooperation among teachers, students, and parents to provide the best possible early childhood education.

Danielle P. says "Our twins just started at Calico Cat and I can not say enough good things about this school. All the teachers are amazing. Ms. Jackie always greets us...

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Calico Cat Nursery School

90 LEONARDINE AVE SOUTH RIVER, NJ

State license verified

Calico Cat Preschool offers a variety of full-time and part-time programs for both Preschool and Pre-K. We serve children from South River, East Brunswick, Old Bridge, Parlin, Sayreville, Spotswood, and the surrounding areas in Middlesex County. As educators we believe that every child can succeed and reach one’s highest...

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Best Home Day Care

19 Lexington Avenue South River, NJ

Child care

In-Home daycare

Warm and Nurturing Environment, Home Made Organic Meals: Breakfast & Morning Snack,Hot Lunch, Afternoon Snack and Hot Dinner.Homelike Environment. Open From 7am -7pm, Flexible Hours Available. Activities: Dancing and Exercise every Morning. Learn through Play & Games, Nursery Rhymes, Story Time, Show and Tell, Play Dough,...

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Scribbles And Giggles Daycare

164 Johnson Place South River, NJ

In-Home daycare

Hi, I run a home daycare. I keep a small group so that all the children get the action that they need. I am open 7 days a week 24hrs a day. My daycare is separate from my house. I have a classroom, playroom and they have their of bathroom. I have a yard also that will be ready for them with all kind of stuff by the spring. I...

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THE SAPLING SCHOOL

3080 NJ-27 KENDALL PARK, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at: $1191/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Academic

Child care

Day Care

Kindergarten

+ 1 more

The Sapling School is a child care provider having locations in Kendall Park and Fair Lawn, New Jersey, for children from infancy to five years of age. Our kindergarten school provides personalized attention for each child to achieve his or her maximum learning potential. With more than 15 years of experience, our trained staff...

Bethany F. says " They are very attentive and reassuring. They do many activates and now my baby is writing and ready for kindergarten"

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Noah's Ark Preschool

900 B HIGHLAND PARK, NJ

5.0(8)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)

Academic

Child care

Day Care

Preschool

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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Kiddy Campus Learning Center

1709 US-130 NORTH BRUNSWICK TOWNSHIP, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at: $1400/mo

Montessori

Developmental (play-based)

Outdoor/nature

Academic

Special needs

+ 4 more

Your child deserves the best education they can receive at such a young age. Trusting us with your child’s growth will be your greatest ally as your child prepares to enter the world. No matter what comes, we guarantee to put our best self forth for your child and everything that they can achieve. There’s no place like home and...

JoAnna U. says "They are very, very loving and caring. My daughter has been going there for about 2 years now and she loves it there. They are really wonderful!"

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SAND HILLS PRESCHOOL

57 SAND HILLS RD KENDALL PARK, NJ

5.0(6)

State license verified

Faith based

Developmental (play-based)

Preschool

Sand Hills Preschool is a traditional preschool located in South Brunswick Township. We believe that the best way for preschoolers to learn is through play. We are a PRESCHOOL, not a daycare, so we offer different length classes for different age groups. Please read our class offerings and ages carefully. We offer half day...

Jennifer G. says "My daughter and son have been attending Sand Hills Preschool for two years. When my daughter began, she was very hesitant and anxious. The staff at the...

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MONTESSORI CONNECTIONS

2245 US-130 S DAYTON, NJ

4.0(1)

State license verified

starting at: $1040/mo

Montessori

Developmental (play-based)

Academic

Child care

Day Care

+ 2 more

We’re an Montessori based early education center located steps from South Brunswick DMV office. Our facilities offer bright classrooms and 1 private playgrounds. Your toddler will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care. We accept NJ Child care subsidy!!

Kokila H. says "My 2 kids attended there, the first was there for 2 years and the other for 3 years. They have really good teachers who are knowledgeable, friendly and...

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Kiddie Academy of East Brunswick

560 RYDERS LN E BRUNSWICK, 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 Kingdom Child Care & Learning Center, Inc.

2190 US-130 N NORTH BRUNSWICK TOWNSHIP, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at: $1270/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Cooperative

Academic

Child care

Day Care

+ 1 more

Kiddie Kingdom is a family owned and operated business. We are currently celebrating our 25th anniversary. Jennifer Trimpert and Karen Klemas created the school to care for children from 0-13yrs. We have five classrooms, and our average class size is 12-15 students. Our priority is bringing you quality, as well as individual...

KYLIAH W. says "I travel a 1 hour and 13 mins to get to them I have three little ones in there, They are amazing it is a lot of love there they are good people. She cares...

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Sunflower Family Daycare LLC

34 WHITE OAK COURT Monmouth Junction, NJ

5.0(3)

Sunflower Family Daycare (SFDC) Registered from State Of New Jersey Department of Children and Families provides daycare facilities to Infants and Toddlers in a very neat, clean, and hygienic home environment. Sunflower Family Daycare LLC also provides services to after school and before school kids. Holiday care facility is...

Pramit N says "I would highly recommend Sunflower Family DayCare for your child. Our little one has been going to this homely family day care center for over 3 years now...

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1523 - Childtime of Spotswood

410 MAIN ST SPOTSWOOD, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care

Day 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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Superhero Schoolhouse

281 Johnsons Lane Parlin, NJ

4.0(6)

International

Developmental (play-based)

Outdoor/nature

Academic

Montessori

+ 3 more

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 environment sparks physical...

Ruth R says "My two daughters goes to this school & they love it. The best decision I made for them. All staff and teacher's are awesome with the children's. I would...

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Little Genius Academy

344 Amboy Avenue Metuchen, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)

Child care

Preschool

At Little Genius Academy we are committed to creating a nurturing, stimulating, and accepting learning environment that provides children with the tools they need for future happiness and success. Our curriculum meets the needs of children and families through the use of specific, age-appropriate goals and objectives. At LGA,...

Elizabeth C. says "I am really happy with the experience both of my children are having with LGA. They completely revamped the classrooms to mirror current trends in...

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4823 - Everbrook Academy of Metuchen- Coming Soon

205 DURHAM AVE METUCHEN, NJ

5.0(1)

Child care

Day 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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Primrose School of Old Bridge

3647 US Highway Route 9 North Old Bridge, NJ

4.0(4)

State license verified

Montessori

Developmental (play-based)

Outdoor/nature

Academic

Child care

+ 2 more

We re a national family of accredited early education and care schools serving infants through kindergarten, after-schoolers, their families and communities. With our Balanced Learning approach, we help empower children to reach their full potential by nurturing curiosity, confidence, creativity and compassion.

David E. says "We have been sending our daughter to Primrose School of Old Bridge for about 10 months now. Since she turned 2 years old. Faculty and staff is very polite...

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DAYSPRING CHILD CARE CENTER

130 WHITMAN AVE METUCHEN, NJ

5.0(5)

State license verified

Faith based

Academic

Child care

Preschool

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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Little Treasures Learning Center

2177 Oak Tree Road Edison, NJ

5.0(2)

Child care

Kindergarten

Preschool

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 children ages 5 to 9 years...

Trudy A. says "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!...

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Haynes Preparatory School

140 FRONT ST S PLAINFIELD, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)

Cooperative

Academic

Child care

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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FAQs for finding preschools near you in South River, NJ

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

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

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

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

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

When looking for a preschool near you in South River, 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 River, 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 River, NJ

Recent preschool reviews from local parents in South River, NJ

Calico Cat Nursery School

THE SAPLING SCHOOL

Noah's Ark Preschool

Top Preschools Near South River

Calico Cat Nursery School

Calico Cat Nursery School

Best Home Day Care

Scribbles And Giggles Daycare

THE SAPLING SCHOOL

Noah's Ark Preschool

Kiddy Campus Learning Center

SAND HILLS PRESCHOOL

MONTESSORI CONNECTIONS

Kiddie Academy of East Brunswick

Kiddie Kingdom Child Care & Learning Center, Inc.

Sunflower Family Daycare LLC

1523 - Childtime of Spotswood

Superhero Schoolhouse

Little Genius Academy

4823 - Everbrook Academy of Metuchen- Coming Soon

Primrose School of Old Bridge

DAYSPRING CHILD CARE CENTER

Little Treasures Learning Center

Haynes Preparatory School

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in South River, NJ

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

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

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

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