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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.
MS. JENN'S LITTLE ACHIEVERS
5.0
My son is 2 and we did a little bit in the summer to try it out, and he started full time in September and it has been wonderful. The school is so good about working with my son and work with his early intervention colleagues. He is learning so much and I could not be happier with the center!
- Jennifer R.
HONEYDEW DROP NOOK
5.0
The care, attention, and love that every teacher has shown our son has meant the world to our family. Watching him grow, learn, and thrive under the guidance of Honeydew teachers has been such a joy. We deeply appreciate the safe and nurturing environment they've provided, and we’ll always cherish...
- Care member
PRECIOUS JEWELS INFANT AND TODDLER CHILDCARE CENTER LLC
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 for childcare.
- Jessica C.
Here We Grow Childcare
5.0
Our son just loves Here We Grow! Gloria and Bianca are absolutely wonderful, kind, and caring. We feel so comfortable sending our son there, and plan on sending our daughter in the future.
They have helped our four year old learn to write his name along with other important preschool curriculum. The...
- Jillian &
Child care centers in Elizabeth, NJ
Early Childhood Initiative
27 Prince St, Elizabeth, NJ
Early Childhood Initiative in Elizabeth, 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 a certain number of children.
La Casa Hispana Community Agency
109 Jefferson Ave, Elizabeth, NJ
La Casa Hispana Community in Elizabeth, 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 a certain number of children.
Patricia Bonilla
521 Magie Ave, Elizabeth, NJ
Patricia Bonilla offers a caring and friendly child care service and serves the community of Elizabeth NJ. She provides developmentally appropriate activities that enhance children's emotional skills and intellectual abilities. This child care provider encourages self-confidence to make sure that...
Garden State Learning Academy
547 Morris Ave, Elizabeth, NJ
The Garden State Learning Academy is a childcare and learning facility established in 2010 to serve the families living in Elizabeth, new Jersey and its surrounding communities. It provides a safe, clean and healthy place where children can learn, play, explore and discover. It also provides...
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.
5.0
(2)
Little Achievers has been successfully operating since July 2021. Being a new school to the area, I can assure you we are not new to the field. My name is Jennifer Cahill and I am the Educational Director/Owner. I have worked in the field of Early Childhood Education for the last 14 years. I am a...
5.0
"My son is 2 and we did a little bit in the summer to try it out, and he started full time in September and it has been wonderful. The school is so good about working with my son and work with his early intervention colleagues. He is learning so much and I could not...
Jennifer R.
5.0
(5)
We provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can grow, explore, and develop at their own pace. Our dedicated team of experienced caregivers is passionate about creating CHILD-CENTERED learning experiences through our creative curriculum, LITERACY APPROACH and engaging...
5.0
"My now 3 year old has been in the Honeydew system since he was 1. It has been a really great experience these past 2 years. The teachers are very caring and kind humans. The space is just right at all locations. And the price is fair. I really like the Honeydew...
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PRECIOUS JEWELS INFANT AND TODDLER CHILDCARE CENTER LLC
100 BLOOMFIELD AVE, MONTCLAIR, NJ
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.
Here We Grow Childcare
1088 Rossville Avenue, Staten Island, NY
5.0
(4)
Childcare center in brand new facility. Our enlightened facility is appropriate for toddlers, preschoolers, and school age children. Quality care from certified and experienced caregivers. Leaving your child with others can be a difficult decision. Leave your child with peace of mind knowing they...
5.0
"I have the pleasure of knowing the owners both Eric and Gloria who are wonderful people and loving parents. I of course had no question of whether I would leave both my children at their daycare. When I walked inside I was so impressed how clean, organized and...
Jeff B.
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.
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
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
"An Honest Review from an Outsider:
What an amazing experience it's been so far! It's approaching 1 month since my daughter was enrolled and I'm a very happy mom! Let me start by saying, I never met any of the staff prior to my visit. I didn't even know this...
Lamoye S
Noah's Ark
618 Central Ave, Westfield, NJ
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
"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 school also helped my kids to speak clearly and learn their letters, colors, and numbers at such a young age....
Kim M
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...
4.0
"I have been with them for about, my oldest is 6 so about 3 years now. All 3 of my kids have been through there. It's been good. No issues, no real complaints. "
Hmid B.
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
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.
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.
Ivy Prep Early Learning Academy Staten Island
1779 RICHMOND AVE # 1, STATEN ISLAND, NY
5.0
(1)
Here at Ivy Prep Early Learning Academy, we take pride in our childcare curriculums, instructors, locations, and programs! Each of the age-appropriate programs has been designed and developed with the intention to help young children receive the care they need while simultaneously establishing a...
5.0
"When I tell you, my son LOVES this school! Yes, it’s technically a daycare, but it is run very much like preschool in my opinion. While I’m not a subject matter expert in early childhood education, Ivy Prep is a place where your child will be cared for, loved and...
Florence
5.0
(1)
We provide individual, small and large group developmentally appropriate activities that will maximize opportunities for learning through exploration and play. We meet the needs of the whole child in a loving and respectful manner. Each child is treated as an individual personality with the utmost...
5.0
"We've been attending for a year! They are extremely flexible. I also love the daily reports on our child! The communication is great! My daughter is absolutely thriving there! "
Rougey B.
5.0
(1)
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Elizabeth, NJ
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Elizabeth, NJ?
Child care centers near you in Elizabeth, NJ provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in Elizabeth, NJ?
A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Elizabeth, NJ have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.
How can I find a child care center near me in Elizabeth, NJ?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Elizabeth, NJ. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.
Ratings for Elizabeth, NJ child care centers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Child Care Centers in Elizabeth, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers.