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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.
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
KIDDIE ACADEMY OF SPRINGFIELD
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. I would definitely recommend them...
- Zahirah S.
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.
Noah's Ark
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. I definitely recommend Noah's...
- Kim M
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...
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
"Always felt very comfortable leaving our son with Carol. She is so great with the all the kids and keeps a very clean, safe and happy environment."
Adrian M
CRADLES TO CRAYONS CHILDCARE - Headquarters Plaza
26th Headquarters Plaza, MORRISTOWN, NJ
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
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.
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.
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
The Orchard School
360 Passaic Ave, Caldwell, NJ
5.0
(1)
We are licensed for infants to 13 years. We are very busy year-round offering: Preschool/childcare, school-aged before and after school care with homework help groups, social skills music, and art. Our children are advanced in their skills because of the individualized attention that we provide at...
5.0
"Orchard school gives one of the best experiences for preschoolers!"
Morgan L
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.
Dream Daycare Inc
1107 W HENRY STREET, Linden, NJ
5.0
(2)
We are a home based family Daycare. We have been involved with children for the past 8 years. We can assure you that your child will be in good care and will enjoy being in our home environment. You are very welcome to visit us anytime. We look forward to working with you.
5.0
"The best child care services in Irvington NJ. She is an excellent provider."
Carline L
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.
Adventure Awaits Childcare
903 SOUTH BEVERWYCK RD, PARSIPPANY, NJ
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"I love the personal touch that Adventure Awaits Childcare has, you feel it as soon as you walk in the door. They also give a little extra care towards the children. They made the transition to daycare very easy for our family. "
megan P.
Sunnyfields Learning Center
494 Route 10 West, Whippany, NJ
5.0
(2)
Preschool and Child Care for children, ages 6 weeks to 6 years old!
Open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.!
*At Sunnyfields Learning Center, our objective is to stimulate our students' physical, social, emotional, and cognitive skills at their individual developmental levels,...
5.0
"Enrolling my toddler at Sunnyfields has been the best decision ever! She is so happy at drop off and runs right to her teacher! And when i pick her up she never wants to leave. Her Teachers taught her baby signs and the ABC's! She is learning so much! The school...
Danielle Z.
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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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
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
Early Start Day Care Center
2402 Hamlette Place, Scotch Plains, NJ
5.0
(7)
I have BA degree in Education with graduate level courses and 20 years of experience working with and taking care of children as a Pre-K Teacher, Elementary School Teacher, Day Care Supervisor and 5 years running my own business. I'm certified in: First Aid, Infant/Child/Adult CPR, Emergency and...
5.0
"I enrolled my 2 year old daughter in Early Start Childcare temporarily while we were waiting to close on our house. By the time the closing went through, I was so in love with Tina and the program , that I decided to commute from Woodbridge and keep my daughter in...
Kathleen
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.
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
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Short Hills, NJ
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Short Hills, NJ?
Child care centers near you in Short Hills, 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 Short Hills, 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 Short Hills, 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 Short Hills, NJ?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Short Hills, 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.