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1506 - Childtime of Rahway

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...

- Mary G.

Precious Little Butterflies

The teachers are very attentive to the needs of the kids.

- Fatmata X.

Kiddie Academy of Colonia

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.

Top Preschools Near Watchung

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The Giving Nest Watchung

225 Mountain Blvd Watchung, NJ

Child care
Preschool
The Giving Nest Watchung is an educational daycare located in Watchung, New Jersey. It serves children two and a half years old up to four years old. It strives to provide children with a fun-filled early childhood experiences. The school offers full and half-day classes full of playing, socializing, exploring, and learning....
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Littler Learners Day Camp

7 Valley Road Watchung, NJ

Hi everyone! Are you looking for a summer camp for your Preschooler near the Watchung/Warren NJ area? Look no further! Owned and operated by two certified New Jersey teachers, Little Learners Day Camp will be hosting a summer full of fun and educational outdoor activities. Contact us via messenger or text/call us at 908-312-0118...
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North Plainfield Giving Nest Inc

461 Watchung Ave Watchung, NJ

Child care
Preschool
North Plainfield Giving Nest Inc is an educational facility that serves the community of Watchung NJ. It offers a stimulating environment and provides appropriate learning programs that enhance children's emotional, social, physical and mental abilities. The center promotes balance learning by integrating recreational activities...
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1506 - Childtime of Rahway

215 ELM AVE # 1 RAHWAY, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

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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Precious Little Butterflies

2050 Woodbridge Avenue EDISON, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1185/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Precious Butterflies Child Care is a licensed early learning center proudly enrolled in Grow NJ Kids, New Jersey’s quality rating and improvement system. We are a small, close-knit school that offers a safe, clean, and loving environment where your child can thrive. At Precious Butterflies, we understand that your child’s...

Fatmata X. says "The teachers are very attentive to the needs of the kids."

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Kiddie Academy of Colonia

302 INMAN AVE COLONIA, 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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Lightbridge Academy of Warren, NJ

181 MOUNT BETHEL RD WARREN, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
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 "Lightbridge staff is very caring, and they have a very enriching curriculum for kid's daily activities. They offer a very nurturing environment for the...

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Noah's Ark

618 Central Ave Westfield, NJ

4.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
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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1513 - Childtime of Bedminster

1 BRADFORD RD BEDMINSTER, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

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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Bonnie's Day Care

13 Willow Ave Piscataway, NJ

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 with the children and helping...

Donna says "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...

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Somerset Montessori School

15 DELLWOOD LN SOMERSET, NJ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Located at the beautiful Parker at Somerset campus, Somerset Montessori offers excellent childcare and early childhood education. Infant Program – 6 weeks through 18 months The Montessori Infant program is designed to foster a bond with your baby and a nurturing environment with the individual caregiver. Toddler Program – 18...

Care Member says "My son goes to Somerset Montessori and it is great. He is getting such a positive learning experience in a safe and secure environment. You can tell the...

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STELLAR ACADEMY OF HILLSBOROUGH

51 US-206 HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
We believe the early years are a vital time in the development of a child’s abilities. Presenting the appropriate experiences in a loving manner and at the right time is essential. Our curriculum is orchestrated to enrich all children in every aspect of intelligence and this enables every child to achieve his or her full...

Meghan R. says "Things have been really good I had 2 kids here previously now in elementary. I have another child there and she is doing really well they focus not only...

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CHILDREN'S CORNER OF BRIDGEWATER

651 COUNTRY CLUB RD BRIDGEWATER, NJ

5.0(6)

State license verified

International
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Children's Corner of the Bridgewater United Methodist Church is a non-profit preschool, Kindergarten and day care. The school offers full and half day programs in 2,3,4 and five-day schedules. Early childhood is a wonderful and unique time in a child's life. Our mission is to provide a safe nurturing and educationally...

Care Member says "I have sent my daughters to Children's Corner for the past three years, and I highly recommend the school to any interested families. Both of my...

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Children's Den Family Daycare

609 West 8th Street Plainfield, NJ

5.0(2)
Children's Den Day Care is a full time family childcare provider in Plainfield. We have been caring for children for over 15 years. We are dedicated to provide quality childcare in a fun, safe, clean and home-based environment. We offer: Full time program for children of all ages Weekly family childcare from 7:30 AM- 6:00...

Melissa W says "The house is big with plenty of room for the kids to play and also clean and well maintained. It's a safe and fun place to be. Plus the rate is really not...

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Springdale Montessori

23 Gill Lane Iselin, NJ

4.0(4)

State license verified

Montessori
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
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 emphasizes the social, emotional,...

Care Member says "best daycare pre school in town."

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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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Saplings Academy

37 Jones Avenue New Brunswick, NJ

5.0(2)
International
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
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 from moving forward. We offer...

Althea H. says "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...

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Home Away From Home

51 Prospect Ave Edison, NJ

5.0(9)
I offer a Home Away From Home for your child. I am a mom of four myself (ages 15 - 21) and all children I care for become part of our family, even long after I stop caring for them on a regular basis. I have over 30 years experience caring for children other then my own, the last 6 years of which have been full-time. I have...

Caroline W. says "Eileen watched two of our children in our home a couple years ago. The youngest was 2 and the oldest was 5. She'd watch the 2 year old all day and get...

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Phoenix Pre-School Of NJ

1353 South Avenue Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
Providing a quality pre-school/kindergarten program for children ages, 2 1/2 -6 years old. 7:00Am-6:00PM At Phoenix Pre-School we believe that with our skilled, patient teachers, the right tools, and age appropriate activities all our children will have a head start on their academic career, and the tools to become successful...

Rodney F. says "Great learning environment. This is our 5th year with Phoenix, 3 rd child. Great directors, great teachers, and a great learning program."

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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 Watchung, NJ

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

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

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

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