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Recent child care center reviews in Mountainside, NJ

Curious Minds

5.0

Curious Minds is wonderful!! My 2 year old son is excited everyday; clapping & cheering as we pull into the parking lot. The staff are warm, creative, caring, professional & inspiring. The school is absolutely beautiful, I've been taking my son there for three months and I still am impressed every...

- Laura D.

Little Genius Academy of Metuchen

5.0

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 education, the new technology keeps parents in the loop, and most of all - I know my children are well taken care of and safe in the facility!

- Elizabeth C.

Mighty Sprouts Montessori

5.0

I am so impressed by Mighty Sprouts Montessori! They are unlike any daycare that I have experienced. The children here receive a solid education and they are so advanced! The staff is incredible - so kind and welcoming. One of the owners is a pediatric nurse which is a plus! Not many daycares...

- Kathleen D.

Little Treasures Learning Center

5.0

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! Kind and encouraging environment.

- Trudy A.

Little Explorers Early Learning Academy

5.0

Little Explorers has nailed the perfect balance of a great school curriculum mixed with the comfort and values that come with an in home facility. My kids wake up excited for school every day, and they are learning so much! Ms. Katie is phenomenal at keeping families aware of what is happening in...

- Erin P.

Child care centers in Mountainside, NJ

Franklin Childcare LLC

1138 Ridge Dr, Mountainside, NJ

Franklin Childcare in Mountainside, 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.

5.0

(3)

We are an independent, nonsectarian preschool focusing on creative arts and sciences for children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age. We are open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. At Curious Minds, we strive to provide a clean, safe, nurturing and educational environment for young...
5.0
"My 31/2 yr old child has been attending this school for 3 months now and she really likes it. It is really preparing her for Kindergarten. She is so into learning :)"

Ana B


Little Genius Academy of Metuchen

Little Genius Academy of Metuchen

344 Amboy Avenue, Metuchen, NJ

5.0

(1)

Little Genius Academy provides a nurturing environment for children and an unprecedented level of training to their teachers, which redefines early care and education programs! We are committed to providing an environment that fosters healthy cognitive, physical and social-emotional development. We...
5.0
"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 education, the new technology keeps parents in the loop, and most of all - I know my children are well taken care of...

Elizabeth C.


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


Little Treasures Learning Center

Little Treasures Learning Center

2177 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ

5.0

(2)

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...
5.0
"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! Kind and encouraging environment."

Trudy A.


Little Explorers Early Learning Academy

Little Explorers Early Learning Academy

346 E Mt Pleasant Ave, Livingston, NJ

4.0

(4)

Little Explorers Early Learning Academy, conveniently located on Mt. Pleasant Avenue at the border of West Orange and Livingston, NJ prides itself in providing high quality daycare and preschool experience for all enrolled children and families. We offer educational programs which meet or exceed...
5.0
"Ms. Katie was my son's first teacher. He loved how she always welcomed him to school with a caring smile and open arms. He was only a little over a year and was always excited to say his teacher's name, "Katie." Ms. Katie gave my son a wonderful first school...

Christine A.


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.


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


Spring Academy

Spring Academy

10 North Road, Warren, NJ

4.0

(4)

A unique Montessori Preschool with language immersion such as Chinese and Spanish. Serves kids 1 year and older. Our mission is to help kids to become well-rounded human being and reach their full potential, with independence, integrity and curiosity for knowledge. We do this via our various...
5.0
"My 3-year old daughter attends pre-school here full time, and my 2nd grader attends the afterschool program. I am very pleased with the school and feel that my children are receiving an excellent education and great care at Spring Academy. They are both learning...

Petra B.


Little Genius Academy

Little Genius Academy

344 Amboy Avenue, Metuchen, NJ

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"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 education, the new technology keeps parents in the loop, and most of all - I know my children are well taken care of...

Elizabeth C.


Springdale Montessori

Springdale Montessori

23 Gill Lane, Iselin, NJ

3.7

(3)

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...
5.0
"best daycare pre school in town."

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Brainiacs Child Care Center

Brainiacs Child Care Center

2147 SPRINGFIELD AVE, VAUXHALL, NJ

Starting at $1400/mo

Brainiac’s Childcare and Learning Center is an education facility specializing in quality early childhood education and experiences. We are a community of compassionate instructors and active parents working together to build a strong educational foundation for all children.

Kiddies Daycare

Kiddies Daycare

925 East Jersey St, ELIZABETH, NJ

Starting at $600/mo

Kiddies Daycare Center is a safe and welcoming space where your child can thrive. Our caring teachers create a warm environment that encourages learning and growth. We prioritize safety and provide a supportive atmosphere so each child flourishes and becomes their unique self. Join us in shaping a...

Daab Kids

Daab Kids

133 Lincoln Ave., ORANGE, NJ

Starting at $1100/mo

It takes a village to raise a child; which is why we believe parents/guardians would be very pleased to let their child grow and develop at DAAB Kids. DAAB Kids provides a safe environment with staff who are hands on, knowledgeable and caring. Classroom sizes are small which allow our...

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...

Santa Fe Childcare Center

Santa Fe Childcare Center

1496 Springfield Avenue., NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ

Starting at $1575/mo

Santa Fe Centers offers educational childcare on an acre of land where kids can run, play, learn and love every minute of just being a kid.

Noah's Ark

Noah's Ark

618 Central Ave, Westfield, NJ

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....

Lightbridge Academy of Iselin

Lightbridge Academy of Iselin

116 Grand Street, ISELIN, NJ

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...

Bamboo Shoots Immersion School

Bamboo Shoots Immersion School

836 Mountain Ave, Westfield, NJ

Bamboo Shoots Giving our children the advantage of a second language. We provide a progressive, multicultural education that is ideal for preparing our children, tomorrow's leaders, for an international future. We offer a Bilingual environment in Mandarin Chinese, Spanish and English which provides...

Wonder World

Wonder World

1359 Morris Ave, Union, NJ

Wonder World is has been in business since 1968 and is dedicated to providing quality care in a warm, safe and loving environment for your child. We are open from 7 am until 5:30 pm and accept children ages 2-6 years of age. All students are in a classroom according to their age group with a...

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