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Recent child care center reviews in East Orange, NJ

Happy Face Child Care

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 communication is one thing that I'm so grateful...

- Melissa C.

Sunshine Clubhouse Childcare Center LLC

5.0

The care that is given to the children who attend Sunshine is exceptional. Angie, Nick and their staff are truly incredible. If I could rate beyond 5 stars I most definitely would.

- Care member

creative beginnings preschool

5.0

My Daughter loved this school, we were so sad when we moved. Luckily the owners have another center closer to where we moved. We were able to get the same experience and she loved all her new friends and teachers just as much. Anytime we dropped her off the staff was always friendly and the center...

- Care member

LITTLE LAMB PRESCHOOL

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 can't rave about little lambs...

- Ann B.

Mara Center for Early Childhood Learning at the Meadowlands YMCA.

5.0

The Mara Center has helped my child reach her milestones. Their curriculum has helped her learn so much! She is always so happy to go to school and it's all because of their amazing staff!

- Maria

Child care centers in East Orange, NJ

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.


Sunshine Clubhouse Childcare Center LLC

Sunshine Clubhouse Childcare Center LLC

436 Ridge Road, NORTH ARLINGTON, NJ

Starting at $800/mo

5.0

(3)

Our school provides a healthy, safe environment for children to be while they are away from home. Here they will learn foundation skills to be ready for kindergarten. Each class provides a loving developmentally appropriate environment where children can develop their social, emotional and...
5.0
"The care that is given to the children who attend Sunshine is exceptional. Angie, Nick and their staff are truly incredible. If I could rate beyond 5 stars I most definitely would. "

Care member


creative beginnings  preschool

creative beginnings preschool

36 Gould St, VERONA, NJ

Starting at $800/mo

5.0

(8)

Our school provides a healthy, safe environment for children to be while they are away from home. Here they will learn foundation skills to be ready for kindergarten. Each class provides a loving developmentally appropriate environment where children can develop their social, emotional and cognitive...
5.0
"Grateful to have found this preschool close to home. My children love attending Creative beginnings. The teachers are so warm and welcoming and very attentive to the children. "

Care member


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
"I have one child who goes there for about a year now. My child loves the place, they are responsible and show extreme care when it come to my child. They communicate very well and are advanced in the way they teach the kids. "

Monica S.


Mara Center for Early Childhood Learning at the Meadowlands YMCA.

Mara Center for Early Childhood Learning at the Meadowlands YMCA.

390 Murray Hill Parkway, East Rutherford, NJ

5.0

(3)

The Mara Center for Early Childhood Learning is housed within the Meadowlands YMCA facility. We focus on nurturing the potential of every child with age-appropriate, center-based learning activities and a curriculum that develops social, emotional and creative skills to establish a lifelong love of...
5.0
"My daughter has attended the Mara center since she was 6 weeks old and is currently 3. It's amazing to see her grow and love her teachers, every time it's time for her to transition to a new room each room impresses me more and more! The facility is very clean and...

Valeria


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
"I cannot say enough great things about Carol and her home daycare center. We met with Carol after having a bad experience at another center. As any parent knows leaving your child and going back to work can be nerve wracking and you want only the BEST. Well, I can...

Rebecca U.


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


Bright Start Academy

Bright Start Academy

366 Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ

5.0

(3)

Bright Start Academy is a New Jersey State licensed Preschool located in 366 Clifton ave Clifton, NJ 07011. We accept 2 1/2 to 6 years old. School is open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.Our website is available to visit from www.brightstartacademy.org We are an Early Child Care Center that has an...
5.0
"I have tried couple of daycares around the neighborhood and i can say that this place is the best pre-school a parent could imagine. I can see my son learn different things every other day. The teachers are very professional and you can see that they love the kids...

Mish M.


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 able to attend a trip with the school recently. I was amazed how sweet and thoughtful the staff were. I had GREAT time and so did my son. Applecore Learning is one of the best kept secrets, if you are looking for a family friendly center, I would highly...

#1DAD


Love Laugh Learn - Academic Child Care

Love Laugh Learn - Academic Child Care

601 Pompton Ave, Cedar Grove, NJ

5.0

(2)

Love Laugh Learn is a family-owned and operated academic child care located in Cedar Grove, New Jersey. Our daycare serves children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. We offer extended hours and a customized app for all of our parents to stay connected with their children throughout the day. We are nestled in...
5.0
"Incredibly caring staff who create a clean, safe, fun, and worry free Child Care center. Would highly reccomend Love Laugh Learn to anyone seeking child care."

Jeff B


Smart Start Academy

Smart Start Academy

552 9th St, Hoboken, NJ

5.0

(2)

Our mission is to create a nurturing, safe and respectful environment for our students, parents and teachers. We strive to create an exceptional learning experience for the whole child, cognitively, socially, emotionally, physically, and creatively. We service students from 6 weeks to 1st grade. We...
5.0
"Staff has been amazing with my child. Always coming back with a smile on her face"

Megan M


PRECIOUS ANGELS DAYCARE CENTER, LLC

PRECIOUS ANGELS DAYCARE CENTER, LLC

1482 MAPLE AVE, HILLSIDE, NJ

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...

1525 - Childtime of Pinebrook

1525 - Childtime of Pinebrook

330 Changebridge Rd, PINE BROOK, NJ

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...

Smart Start Academy-Jersey

Smart Start Academy-Jersey

532 Jersey Avenue, JERSEY CITY, NJ

Starting at $2000/mo

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...

Dream Daycare

Dream Daycare

66 Second Street, CLIFTON, NJ

Starting at $1000/mo

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...

LITTLE ANGELS NURSERY SCHOOL X

LITTLE ANGELS NURSERY SCHOOL X

188 WASHINGTON AVE, NUTLEY, NJ

Starting at $1161/mo

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

ALL SEASON CHILD CARE CENTER

ALL SEASON CHILD CARE CENTER

1100 FRANK E RODGERS BLVD, HARRISON, NJ

Starting at $1200/mo

At All-Season Child-Care Centers, our goal is to produce happy, intelligent, well-adjusted children. Here you will find a nurturing, educational environment for children of ages 3 months to 13 years. We recognize that each child has unique talents, learning styles and personalities. Our highly...

Kiddie Academy of Rutherford

Kiddie Academy of Rutherford

306 Union Ave, RUTHERFORD, NJ

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...

Smart Start Academy Palisade Square

Smart Start Academy Palisade Square

502 Palisade Ave, JERSEY CITY, NJ

Starting at $2350/mo

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...

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