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Recent child care center reviews in South River, NJ

Songbirds Daycare

4.0

I was so grateful for Songbirds Daycare! They were exactly what we needed and hoped for when looking for someone to watch our son. I felt at ease knowing that he would be safe and well looked after there. Thank you for all you do!

- Abraham K.

Haynes Preparatory School

5.0

Our son has been enrolled there since September and we are very very pleased! we are both educators so we had high expectations going in and have been very impressed, from the play program to learning the teachers are really amazing and set the standard for the great learning culture they have.

- Jennifer K.

First Friends Child Care Center

5.0

We love First Friends. I have 3 children in this daycare and also send them to the summer camp and the place feels like a second home. The teachers are wonderful, most of them have been there since before we joined this daycare 10 years ago. We love that the kids get to go outside on a really...

- Lucie M

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.

Primrose School of Old Bridge

5.0

We have been sending our daughter to Primrose School of Old Bridge for about 10 months now. Since she turned 2 years old. Faculty and staff is very polite and considerate. In the covid times, all possible precautions have been taken. She loves going to day care. The teacher to student ratio is about...

- David E.

Child care centers in South River, NJ

Songbirds Daycare

Songbirds Daycare

22 Meadowlark Lane, East Brunswick, NJ

4.5

(2)

Professionally built daycare for children of all ages. Spacious, safe place for children to play, learn, and receive quality care in a home environment like they are used to. Located in East Brunswick, the children can move inside or outside in a fenced backyard during the warm months. Prices are...
5.0
"Songbirds Daycare has provided excellent care for my daughter. The owner always goes above and beyond to make sure my daughter is comfortable and fed. One of my major concerns about having my daughter in a franchise center was the possibility that she would get...

Katelyn L.


Haynes Preparatory School

Haynes Preparatory School

140 Front Street, SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ

5.0

(1)

Welcome to Haynes Prep School, a quality learning center located in South Plainfield, New Jersey - a truly new, innovative and affordable concept in childcare and preschool education. We are dedicated to providing the best care for your child while encouraging an environment filled with fun and...
5.0
"Our son has been enrolled there since September and we are very very pleased! we are both educators so we had high expectations going in and have been very impressed, from the play program to learning the teachers are really amazing and set the standard for the...

Jennifer K.


First Friends Child Care Center

First Friends Child Care Center

269 Highway 34, Matawan, NJ

3.0

(2)

First Friends in Matawan, NJ has been a local institution since 1986 and is conveniently located in Central NJ. We accept students from infancy to Kindergarten. Our seven acre location within minutes of Rt 9, the GSP parkway, the Old Bridge bus stop to NYC, and so much more has made it a popular...
5.0
"We love First Friends. I have 3 children in this daycare and also send them to the summer camp and the place feels like a second home. The teachers are wonderful, most of them have been there since before we joined this daycare 10 years ago. We love that the...

Lucie M


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.


Primrose School of Old Bridge

Primrose School of Old Bridge

3647 US Highway Route 9 North, Old Bridge, NJ

4.0

(4)

We re a national family of accredited early education and care schools serving infants through kindergarten, after-schoolers, their families and communities. With our Balanced Learning approach, we help empower children to reach their full potential by nurturing curiosity, confidence, creativity...
5.0
"This school has a very strong curriculum and the facilities stand out. My daughter was there for couple years. Now that she is in the public school her fundamentals stands out. Has gotten student of the month few times and I attribute to her time at Primrose"

Nathaniel H


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.


0264 - Childtime of Monroe Township

0264 - Childtime of Monroe Township

230 Prospect Plains Road, MONROE TOWNSHIP, 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...

The Goddard School of Piscataway

The Goddard School of Piscataway

376 South Randolphville Road, PISCATAWAY, NJ

More than just daycare, The Goddard School in Piscataway offers a child care program that nurtures a lifelong love of learning by providing dedicated teachers in a private preschool setting. Each day, caring and attentive teachers provide your child with countless opportunities to grow...

Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

367 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, NJ

At The Little Earth Shepherds Preschool, our mission is to nurture each child within a warm, supportive, and developmentally enriching environment. We are dedicated to fostering age-appropriate growth across all domains-physical, intellectual, social, and emotional-through intentional,...

Happy Tots Home Daycare

Happy Tots Home Daycare

65 Churchill Ave, Somerset, NJ

WHAT IS HAPPY TOTS? Happy Tots is a Home Based Infant and Toddler Program that focuses on the development of young minds through independent play, learning centers, and one on one educational activities. WHERE IS HAPPY TOTS LOCATED? Happy Tots is located in Somerset, NJ. We are very close to...

6108 - Tutor Time of Edison

6108 - Tutor Time of Edison

1 Ethel Road, EDISON, NJ

Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day...

Big Blue Marble Academy

Big Blue Marble Academy

2177 Oak Tree Rd Suite 100, Edison, NJ

Little Treasures Learning Center is a part of the Big Blue Marble Academy family, currently supporting essential workers in need of FREE child care. We are currently open and operating as a trusted and safe emergency child care center under the New Jersey state government's guidance. At Little...

The Goddard School of Old Bridge

The Goddard School of Old Bridge

1480 Englishtown Road, OLD BRIDGE, NJ

More than just daycare, The Goddard School located in Old Bridge offers a child care program that nurtures a lifelong love of learning by providing dedicated teachers in a private preschool setting.

Lightbridge Academy of Matawan

Lightbridge Academy of Matawan

233 Broad St, Matawan, NJ

Lightbridge Academy creates genuine, caring relationships with every family member, ensuring the educational success and well-being of each child. All Monmouth and Middlesex families are welcome to visit us and discover why our parents experience peace of mind knowing that their children are...

Little Honors

Little Honors

510 Hamilton Street, SOMERSET, NJ

Starting at $1240/mo

We provide quality early childhood program situated in a brand new facility built in 2020. We serve children ages 0-13 years old, infant toddler, preschool, before and after school program. We provide nutritious free meals, breakfast, lunch and snack, participating in CACFP program. We provide...

Lightbridge Academy of Woodbridge

Lightbridge Academy of Woodbridge

458 Amboy Avenue, WOODBRIDGE, 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...

Kiddie Academy of North Brunswick

Kiddie Academy of North Brunswick

2400 Route 27, NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...

Kiddie Academy of East Brunswick

Kiddie Academy of East Brunswick

560 Ryders Lane, EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...

LITTLE EARTH SHEPHERDS PRESCHOOL

LITTLE EARTH SHEPHERDS PRESCHOOL

367 CRANBURY RD, EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ

Starting at $624/mo

Little Earth Shepherds Preschool/Daycare offers small class sizes to ensure your child is receiving a more individualized approach to their start in education. We prioritize fine and gross motor development and enstill the importance of social-emotional learning throughout each classroom!

THE SAPLING SCHOOL

THE SAPLING SCHOOL

3080 ROUTE 27, KENDALL PARK, NJ

Starting at $1191/mo

The Sapling School is a child care provider having locations in Kendall Park and Fair Lawn, New Jersey, for children from infancy to five years of age. Our kindergarten school provides personalized attention for each child to achieve his or her maximum learning potential. With more than 15 years of...

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