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Recent child care center reviews in Short Hills, NJ

CRADLES TO CRAYONS CHILDCARE - Headquarters Plaza

5.0

We have had our children enrolled at Cradles since the middle of the pandemic, and our experience has been overwhelmingly positive from the start. The teachers and staff create a warm, loving, and engaging learning environment that our children genuinely enjoy—they are happy to go to...

- Care member

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.

Carol's Home Daycare

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 behavior. I always felt comfortable...

- Mallory G.

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.

Applecore Learning

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 school existed. I researched every...

- Lamoye S

Child care centers in Short Hills, NJ

CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

30 East Ln, Short Hills, NJ

Christ Episcopal Church in Short Hills, 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 Church-based Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 180 children.

Montessori Children's Academy T

200 Hartshorn Dr, Short Hills, NJ

Montessori Children's Academy provides a prepared environment where children are free to respond to their natural tendency to work. The children’s innate passion for learning is encouraged by giving them opportunities to engage in spontaneous, purposeful activities with the guidance of a trained...

ABC School For Wee Folk

386 White Oak Ridge Rd, Short Hills, NJ

ABC School For Wee Folk was established to serve the families in Short Hills, New Jersey. It offers a safe, nurturing and motivating educational environment that supports the children's growth and developmental needs. The school provides age-appropriate activities that stimulate the children's...

5.0

(1)

Cradles to Crayons was created to provide a center that offers an enriching early childhood education program, an atmosphere that encourages fun while learning and the flexibility that is needed for working parents. Because we are not a franchise and are not owned by a major corporation, we can...
5.0
"We have had our children enrolled at Cradles since the middle of the pandemic, and our experience has been overwhelmingly positive from the start. The teachers and staff create a warm, loving, and engaging learning environment that our children genuinely enjoy—they...

Care member


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.


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


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...

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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


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...

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...

Adventure Awaits Childcare

Adventure Awaits Childcare

903 SOUTH BEVERWYCK RD, PARSIPPANY, NJ

Adventure Awaits Childcare is a place where every child’s curiosity is nurtured, their imagination is sparked, and their confidence soars. Designed to be more than just a daycare, we offer a dynamic, engaging, and safe environment where children embark on daily adventures in learning and...

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.

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...

Bright Start Early Learning Center

Bright Start Early Learning Center

28 Livingston Avenue, ROSELAND, NJ

Starting at $800/mo

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 ! "

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Lightbridge Academy of Whippany

Lightbridge Academy of Whippany

24 South Jefferson Road , WHIPPANY, 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...

Lightbridge Academy of West Caldwell

Lightbridge Academy of West Caldwell

1104 Bloomfield Ave, WEST CALDWELL, 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...

LE PARC PLACE

LE PARC PLACE

195 MAPLEWOOD AVE, MAPLEWOOD, NJ

Starting at $1725/mo

Le Parc Place is in the center of Maplewood and is located on the 2nd floor, above the Post Office. We are short walking distance to Maplewood Memorial Park, and walking distance to the Maplewood train station! We are enrolling children from the ages of 2.5 to 5 years old. Call or email today to...

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.

Executive Kids offers a quality and affordable education for children ages 6 weeks to 13 years, ensuring children's safety and happiness. We have two locations in Verona. Our primary childcare center is located at 271 Grove Avenue, Verona, NJ and is licensed for children ages 6 weeks old to 6 years...

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