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Recent child care center reviews in East Orange, NJ

PRECIOUS ANGELS DAYCARE CENTER, LLC

5.0

Precious Angels is the best daycare anyone could ever have. My grandchildren went and now I have my nephew in there. My granddaughter is in Kindergarten reading at a 3rd grade level. Great start to academics!

- Dorothy G.

Dream Daycare

5.0

My child has been her for over a year now and they are simply amazing and very understanding.

- ZARE C.

The Lewis Chatman Academy

5.0

They have great communication skills with the parents, They work well with my child. I havent had any issues with this center since my little one has been there she is now 2 1/2 years old.

- Emma S.

LITTLE ANGELS NURSERY SCHOOL X

5.0

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 child is learning and thriving! When he joined, our child had some sensory challenges that impacted his feeding. Rabab and team worked diligently...

- Vladimir

Smart Start Academy-Jersey

5.0

They're awesome, my son has been there for 4 years and my daughter will be attending soon too. The staff is incredible and they have a lot of different activities for the children. The place is always clean and my son has really blossomed being there. The teachers are always welcoming and...

- Mary C.

Child care centers in East Orange, NJ

PRECIOUS ANGELS DAYCARE CENTER, LLC

PRECIOUS ANGELS DAYCARE CENTER, LLC

1482 MAPLE AVE, HILLSIDE, NJ

4.5

(2)

Precious Angels Daycare Center is an innovative childcare center with an advanced curriculum. Everything is statically designed to give your child the best education. From our classroom design to our world class curriculum, we created the best for your little one. Our program focuses on your...
5.0
"Precious Angels is the best daycare anyone could ever have. My grandchildren went and now I have my nephew in there. My granddaughter is in Kindergarten reading at a 3rd grade level. Great start to academics! "

Dorothy G.


Dream Daycare

Dream Daycare

66 Second Street, CLIFTON, NJ

Starting at $1000/mo

5.0

(2)

Our daycare is a small family oriented center located in a quiet neighborhood. Our facility offers bright classrooms and a private playground. Your child will feel safe, at home, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care. Our staff is bilingual in both English and Spanish...
5.0
"This is a smaller daycare and I enjoy that. It's like a family and they are able to be more attenuative and I appreciate that. "

AVA L.


The Lewis Chatman Academy

The Lewis Chatman Academy

1 Market Street, PATERSON, NJ

Starting at $1600/mo

5.0

(3)

The Lewis Chatman Academy is a new age nonprofit Child Care Center in Paterson, NJ. We are committed to the entire family. Our goal is to educate the family as well as the children through various programs and adult classes. The Lewis Chatman Academy uses creative curriculum along with TLCA...
5.0
"My son Bryce Pierce attend the Lewis Chatman Academy. I am pleased that my son attends the school because he is learning great valuable information. Since attending the school, he is potty-trained, writing skills are improving, vocabulary is increasing, he's...

Berynisha P.


LITTLE ANGELS NURSERY SCHOOL X

LITTLE ANGELS NURSERY SCHOOL X

188 WASHINGTON AVE, NUTLEY, NJ

Starting at $1161/mo

4.8

(4)

Family owned child care center open for 24 years. Our program caters to infants, toddlers, and pre-k children.
5.0
"Words cannot describe how special my sons teachers were here for day care and preschool. We will NEVER EVERE EVER forget them and even though we are gone for a year now, we think of them every day and are eternally grateful for their love, kindness and huge hearts....

Care member


Smart Start Academy-Jersey

Smart Start Academy-Jersey

532 Jersey Avenue, JERSEY CITY, NJ

Starting at $2000/mo

5.0

(1)

We provide exceptional early childhood education for children 6 weeks to 6 years old. Our campus's are state of the art and are perfectly located near all public transportation into NYC. At S.S.A we are an all inclusive preschool that offers extended hours from 7am-7pm Monday through Friday and...
5.0
"They're awesome, my son has been there for 4 years and my daughter will be attending soon too. The staff is incredible and they have a lot of different activities for the children. The place is always clean and my son has really blossomed being there. The teachers...

Mary C.


Carol's Home Daycare

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...
5.0
"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 nurtured when he felt apprehensive, she was firm when he needed redirection, and she praised when he had good...

Mallory G.


Mighty Sprouts Montessori

Mighty Sprouts Montessori

1 Barnida Drive, East Hanover, NJ

4.0

(3)

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.
5.0
"Mighty Sprouts is everything we were looking for in a school for our son! The teachers are outstanding and the curriculum has really helped our son learn about responsibility and thinking creatively. We tried other schools but the montessori approach was important...

James L


Heavenly Start Academy

Heavenly Start Academy

154 Front Street, SECAUCUS, NJ

Starting at $1500/mo

5.0

(1)

FULL TIME CARE ONLY!! Welcome to Heavenly Start Academy! Where we take pride in providing "EXCELLENCE", in all we do! We offer a creative curriculum, daily updates and photos of your child, and a personal approach to each family and student enrolled with us. Call today to learn more about our...
5.0
"Heavenly Start Academy is seriously the best! Since Day 1, I knew I wanted my daughter enrolled in this daycare and thankfully, I was given the opportunity to do so. My daughter has grown so much academically, socially, and behaviorally. All the teachers are great;...

Care member


KIDDIE ACADEMY OF SPRINGFIELD

KIDDIE ACADEMY OF SPRINGFIELD

25 ROUTE 22 EAST, SPRINGFIELD, NJ

Starting at $1890/mo

4.0

(1)

Life Essentials is the philosophy that guides what we do at Kiddie Academy every day. It begins with the natural curiosity present in every child. By focusing on elements fundamental to a child’s growth – character education, STEM-infused technology and health and fitness experiences – we nurture...
4.0
"My daughter attends there for almost a year now. I've had great experience with the staff no complaints. Although we're not allowed to come inside but parent's communication is great, they give a lot of insights through tadpoles and the cameras are really helpful....

Zahirah S.


Little Meadow

Little Meadow

600 N WOOD AVE, LINDEN, NJ

Starting at $1050/mo

5.0

(4)

Little Meadow 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 Child Day Care, they’re fully...
5.0
"The best daycare in the world. We have been using Little Meadow since June. Structure, programming and academic schedules - really impressed. Our daughter was really an individualistic player - didn't play well with others but know she loves it. It always playing...

Rigel J.


LITTLE LAMB PRESCHOOL

LITTLE LAMB PRESCHOOL

100 E 22ND ST, BAYONNE, NJ

Starting at $900/mo

5.0

(3)

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...
5.0
"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 loved the schedule and teachers. They were wonderful and looked out for my kids, I knew that they were safe. I...

Ann B.


5.0

(1)

5.0
"Precious Jewels is a family atmosphere, our daughter has been attending since she was 3 months old. Now at 15 months old she can sing her ABC’s, count to 10, and identify many body parts. The education, love, and attention make precious jewels the superior choice...

Jessica C.


Learning Stars Academy

Learning Stars Academy

211 Lackawanna Ave, WOODLAND PARK, NJ

Starting at $1300/mo

5.0

(1)

We’re an award-winning early education center located in woodland park New Jersey. Our facilities offer bright classrooms, healthy environment and 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...
5.0
"Learning star Academy is good center for kids I highly recommend it!! "

Care member


PARK PREP ACADEMY

PARK PREP ACADEMY

519 CENTRAL AVE, JERSEY CITY, NJ

5.0

(2)

Greetings from Park Prep Academy! We are a family-owned and operated preschool igniting curiosity and fostering a love of learning amongst our students utilizing the Bank Street's Developmental-Interaction approach. For nearly 18 years, Park Prep Academy has proven to be one of the premier...
5.0
"Don't hesitate on PPA! They are one of the best pre-schools around for the following reasons: 1. The teachers at PPA have an outstanding care for their curriculum; they combine individual work with multi-age student group time. They make it fun for our son and...

Care member


Bright Start Early Learning Center

Bright Start Early Learning Center

28 Livingston Avenue, ROSELAND, NJ

Starting at $800/mo

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"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 has a really good connection with her teachers , she never wants to leave ! "

Care member


Happy Face Child Care

Happy Face Child Care

99 Garfield Avenue, Lodi, NJ

4.9

(11)

Do you need a day off or a last-minute childcare? Do you need a trustworthy childcare? I've got your back. In a small group and homey environment, your child will feel comfortable and get the personal attention he/she deserves. While your child is in my care, I will nurture and attend to his or...
5.0
"Rosa is amazing at what she does! I always feel safe dropping my son off everyday. Rosa cares for him and the other children like they are her own. She is attentive to their needs, and does a great job balancing having little ones at the same time. Her...

Melissa C.


Applecore Learning

Applecore Learning

240 Franklin Ave, Maplewood, NJ

4.4

(12)

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...
5.0
"I was truly upset to leave APPLECORE due to personal reason but I must say it was a great experience working there .The staff and parents are wonderful.What I liked best about APPLECORE is they listen to their staff/parents concerns and make changes that needs to...

Anonymous


Big Smiles Learning And Care

Big Smiles Learning And Care

540 Union Ave, Belleville, NJ

3.0

(2)

5.0
"Great local daycare, very professional. They accept subsidized programs and most importantly my son is in great hands. He's learned so much and speaking so well and he's only 1"

Rachel G


Little Tykes Preschool & Day Care Center

Little Tykes Preschool & Day Care Center

84 84 Corabelle Ave, LODI, NJ

Starting at $265/mo

5.0

(1)

Little Tykes Preschool & Day Care is located in Lodi, NJ and has been family operated since 1996. For over 26 years, we have provided quality and affordable preschool and day care services.
5.0
"we are very happy with this school and we recommend them to everyone"

elena R.


Clifton Playhaus

Clifton Playhaus

66 Second St, Clifton, NJ

5.0

(1)

We offer a secure, nurturing environment in which children are able to establish the solid educational foundations they need to assure success in future academic endeavors. Our program is specifically developed for each age group and ensures that all of our children receive the necessary emotional,...
5.0
"I met with the Director Sandra. She has such a beautiful spirit. I told her some of the concerns I had at my prior daycare and she reassured me that it wouldn't happen there. She is a hands on. She made me feel very comfortable with leaving my baby there. The...

J.W


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