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Recent child care center reviews in South Orange, NJ

Nette's Family Child Care

5.0

Nette took care of our daughter for 2 1/2 years. As first time parents, we didn't know what to expect leaving our baby with someone else, but Nette always treated her like she was her own and followed our desires for her care as well. Nette has a great routine with the kids to learn their letters,...

- Katrina R

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.

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

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

TEACH Academy ChildCare

5.0

I recommend TEACH Academy Child Care Center to give your child a head start at learning. The staff is knowledgeable , compassionate, supportive and accommodating to your child’s needs as well as your needs. The children there have progress academically , emotionally, socially and physically, I...

- Care member

Child care centers in South Orange, NJ

Nette's Family Child Care

163 Seton Pl, South Orange, NJ

5.0

(2)

Nette's Family in South Orange, New 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
"Ms. Nette cared for our 2 daughters when I went back to work. Our youngest was 8 weeks at the time and Ms. Nette took such great care of her! Our older daughter was 1 1/2 and still talks about Ms. Nette. It is true that a child may not remember everything that...

Rhonda W


Buzzing Bees is a family owned and operated center with 15+ years of experience in providing care to surrounding communities. We are conveniently located in the heart of South Orange, minutes from multiple bus stops, major highways, and South OrangeTrain Station. At Buzzing Bees Academy we...

Village Babies Child Development Center

401 Valley Street, South Orange, NJ

Village Babies Child Development Center is a child development and learning center that has been serving the community of South Orange, New Jersey since 2010. It provides quality care and education in a safe and stimulating environment conducive to children's growth and development. The center...

The Children's House

183 Montague Pl, South Orange, NJ

The Children's House is an accredited, private daycare center located at 183 Montague Pl, South Orange, NJ that highlights a child-centered learning approach. Their center provides lots of learning opportunities that help culminate their students' fast growth and development.

J A J O Learning Center

410 Irvington Ave, South Orange, NJ

J A J O Learning Center is a child care center located on 942 Sanford Avenue, Irvington. Their center can accommodate up to 45 children and has programs for children aged 2 1/2 to 13 years. They offer miscellaneous services such as after-school care among others.

Village Babies

401 Valley St, South Orange, NJ

Village Babies is a child care center at 401 Valley St, South Orange, NJ that is dedicated to ensure that your child is having fun while learning. Their center focuses on a supportive learning environment that enables their students to grow and develop effectively.

The Nursery at OLS

162 Academy Street, South Orange, NJ

We are an infant toddler child care for children 6 weeks through 3 years old. We are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday year round. We have webcams for parents to view their child at the center either live or through an archive feature. Free commuter parking is available for enrolled...

The Baird Preschool Program

5 Mead St, South Orange, NJ

The Baird Preschool Program offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 5 Mead St, the company serves families living in the South Orange, NJ area. The Baird Preschool Program is open to children ages two and a half to five years...

Little Stages Child Day Care

60 Taylor Pl, South Orange, NJ

Little Stages Child Day Care located at 60 Taylor Plain, South Orange, New Jersey, offers standard childcare and learning services. The center is open from seven AM to seven PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers...

Caribbean American Bus Development Center Inc

111 S Orange Ave, South Orange, NJ

Caribbean American Bus in South Orange, 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.

Music Together With Kelly Heinze

301 Irvington Ave, South Orange, NJ

Music Together With Kelly Heinze is a child care facility in South Orange, New Jersey that offers music and movement programs to children between the ages of birth to 2nd grade. The company’s music, dance, and movement classes are founded on researched and tested principles, and aim to introduce...

Geraldine Nursery School

22 1st St, South Orange, NJ

Geraldine Nursery School is a childcare and learning facility established in 1987 to serve the children living in South Orange, New Jersey. It provides a safe, nurturing and healthy place where children can learn, play, explore and discover. It also provides age-appropriate learning materials and...

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
"My two children attend Little Lambs Preschool in Bayonne, NJ. Both started when my daughter was 18 months ( now 3 yrs old ) in their Toddler room and my son started at 3 months old ( now 20 months ) in their Infant room. I have had a great experience with this...

Courtney P.


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
"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...

Care member


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
"My nephew is enrolled here and the staff is absolutely incredible! Particularly the owners Angie and her husband Nick. They are very professional and have established an excellent family owned business that I would highly recommend. "

Care member


TEACH Academy ChildCare

TEACH Academy ChildCare

2115 Millburn Ave, MAPLEWOOD, NJ

Starting at $1575/mo

5.0

(3)

At Teach Academy Childcare and Afterschool Program, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our program is designed for children from 0 months to 13 years old, offering personalized attention and care that meets the unique needs of each...
5.0
"This is the absolute best school!!! Not only do they support and help kids leading them in the right direction, they love and care for them! Best decision I’ve made thus far in child care!"

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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


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.


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


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.

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