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Think Learn Create Academy
5.0
I can’t say enough good things about Think Learn Create Academy! From the moment we first walked through the doors, we were met with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that immediately put us at ease. The staff is incredibly supportive and genuinely caring, making sure that both my son and I felt...
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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...
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Art & Wonder Preschool
5.0
We are so happy we found Art & Wonder Preschool! It's evident Socorro truly loves children & watching them develop. Seeing her interact with our son, we quickly trusted her. She focuses a lot of outdoor exploration.
Socorro is great at communicating and very responsive. We highly recommend her!
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Happy Face Child Care
5.0
Rosa is amazing at what she does! I always feel safe dropping my son off everyday. Rosa cares for him and the other children like they are her own. She is attentive to their needs, and does a great job balancing having little ones at the same time. Her communication is one thing that I'm so grateful...
- Melissa C.
Little Daydreamers Learning Center 2
5.0
I can't say enough good things about this day care. Being a new mom, I was stressed about finding a place we felt comfortable with for our one year old. From the moment I toured this daycare I liked the cozy, clean feel of the facility. Staff is very responsive and genuine. There is a webcam so you...
- Tihana A.
Child care centers in Wood Ridge, NJ
India's Child LLC
87 Wood Ridge St, Wood Ridge, NJ
India's Child LLC is a daycare facility that seeks to establish a positive child care relationship that helps children develop their cognitive and social skills. Their child care center located at 87 Wood Ridge St, Wood Ridge, NJ is dedicated to serving children living in or near Wood Ridge area.
Infant Sweet
55 Humboldt St, Wood Ridge, NJ
Infant Sweet is a childcare facility in Wood Ridge, New Jersey that serves infants and children up to 30 months old. It offers a stimulating and nurturing child-centered environment that meets the growth and developmental needs of children under their care. It offers full-time childcare services and...
Presbyterian Nursery School
190 Valley Blvd, Wood Ridge, NJ
Presbyterian Nursery School is devoted to providing a caring community known for providing quality early educational programs to a diverse population. The center prepares children for a lifetime of learning through actively involving them in meaningful experiences.
5.0
(6)
Think Learn Create Academy is a childcare center founded by educators and mothers who have decades worth of experience in education. We strive to provide a world class education that will set the course for not only academic success but for social emotional growth as well. Our learning center is...
5.0
"I recently visited this brand new daycare that just opened, and I am impressed! It is a bright and welcoming place that makes you feel like your child is going to be in good hands.
The staff at the daycare are truly outstanding. They welcome the children with warm...
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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
"Creative Beginnings Preschool is the best daycare in Verona ! The staff is very caring and patient. The owners are excellent with great communication during daily activity . My son loves this preschool! "
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5.0
(2)
Child-centered small daycare in a welcoming apartment steps to the 110 subway station 1 train. An experienced teacher with a masters degree in early childhood education adores your children and provides them with stimulating educational activities. Outside time daily to local parks and gardens. Your...
5.0
"We felt so lucky to find Art & Wonder Preschool! Our son absolutely loved going every day for the two years he was enrolled. He learned so much but even more importantly he was very happy and secure. Socorro truly cares about the children’s development and is...
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Happy Face Child Care
99 Garfield Avenue, Lodi, NJ
4.9
(11)
Do you need a day off or a last-minute childcare? Do you need a trustworthy childcare? I've got your back.
In a small group and homey environment, your child will feel comfortable and get the personal attention he/she deserves. While your child is in my care, I will nurture and attend to his or...
5.0
"Rosa is great with our son. When we drop him off, he goes by the other kids and smiles when we say "see you later" which is completely different than how he was before we took him to Rosa. We have noticed a huge difference in our son in just the first few months we...
Daniella L.
Little Daydreamers Learning Center 2
18 Van Corlear Place, Bronx, NY
5.0
(3)
Little Daydreamers Learning Center 2 conveniently located in the Marble Hill section of the Bronx, in a private cozy home. We are one block from the Metro North and #1 train and a host of buses, with lots of off street parking.
Our hours of care are 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday-Friday. The option of...
5.0
"We love Little Daydreamers in Marble Hill! Our oldest son was the first toddler there in 2012 and now our 2nd son (currently 14 months) has been there since he was 3 months old. It is a very warm and organized daycare. Brenda (director) is very easy to work with...
Ellie
5.0
(2)
Since 1976, for over 45 years The House of Little People has been in the same neighborhood. We have clearly distinguished between the several little people your child will be over the course of the first 5 years of life. Newborn to infant to toddler to preschooler...In each of these stages your...
5.0
"I am a parent of three boys, all three of my boys. They spent several years at the house of little people too, Miss Debbie and the staff. They have been incredible. I mean, essentially like a second family to us. Our oldest son started there when he was six months...
Esteban G.
Bright Start Academy
366 Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ
5.0
(3)
Bright Start Academy is a New Jersey State licensed Preschool located in 366 Clifton ave Clifton, NJ 07011. We accept 2 1/2 to 6 years old. School is open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.Our website is available to visit from www.brightstartacademy.org
We are an Early Child Care Center that has an...
5.0
"I have tried couple of daycares around the neighborhood and i can say that this place is the best pre-school a parent could imagine. I can see my son learn different things every other day. The teachers are very professional and you can see that they love the kids...
Mish M.
Community Life Center Inc
15 Mount Morris Park W, New York, NY
5.0
(1)
The mission of Community Life Center Inc. is to create programs for the total development of the preschool child, based upon his or her needs, and those of their family and community.
Community Life Center Inc. Head Start is a free educational program located in the Harlem...
5.0
"i think yall center is pretty cool"
Alesha W.
The Booker T. Washington Preschool
325 East 101 Street, New York, NY
3.7
(3)
New Preschool!
We are serving children from 2 years to 5 years old. We want to ensure that your child is doing his/her very best so we have created a place where they can do just that. We believe that children thrive if they are excited, encouraged and nurtured. Our students are given the...
5.0
"I was looking for a center to enroll my children and someone told me to take a look at Booker T. Washington. I didn't know what to expect, but when I arrived and met with Pastor Kimberly I was very pleased with what I encountered. She gave me a tour and introduced...
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Kids 'R' Fun Family Childcare
225th Street Broadway, Bronx, NY
5.0
(2)
Kids "R " Fun offers a nurturing as well as interactive atmosphere which provides the essential tools that can bring out the best in your kids. This appropriate learning environment is very crucial for your child 's development to become intelligent, happy, and well-adjusted individuals. Kids "R "...
5.0
"I childcare was in kidsrfun family childcare and he thrive and is doing well in school now I'm so thankful and grateful of the teachers at kidsrfunchildcare"
Ifeytaya B.
Mara Center for Early Childhood Learning at the Meadowlands YMCA.
390 Murray Hill Parkway, East Rutherford, NJ
5.0
(3)
The Mara Center for Early Childhood Learning is housed within the Meadowlands YMCA facility. We focus on nurturing the potential of every child with age-appropriate, center-based learning activities and a curriculum that develops social, emotional and creative skills to establish a lifelong love of...
5.0
"My daughter has attended the Mara center since she was 6 weeks old and is currently 3. It's amazing to see her grow and love her teachers, every time it's time for her to transition to a new room each room impresses me more and more! The facility is very clean and...
Valeria
Together Learning Center/NVPS
219 Washington Avenue, Dumont, NJ
4.6
(24)
We've got heart & here is "where TOGETHER happens." Licensed for ages 2-13. Full Day, Before and After School Care. AM & PM Pre-School Program. New curriculum that is full and sensory rich with technology programs available. Open year round - 7am - 6pm. Conveniently located with NYC transportation...
5.0
"What a great school! This playground is huge! My daughter has learned so much! the curriculum is fantastic! ASL, yoga, movement classes, STEM learning, Art, music, technology! I love it!"
Hilda C.
Englewood Childcare Center
10 Grand Avenue Lower Level, Englewood, NJ
5.0
(1)
New Preschool for children ages 2.5-6 school-age program pen M-F from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Extended hours available. After school program for children ages up to 13yo. License Daycare; certified teachers. CPR and First aid certified. Safe and clean environment. Daily educational activities. Free...
5.0
"This place is great . The staff is very friendly and the daycare is very clean everything is new and well care. The right place for me to leave my child , I feel very calm knowing my child is in a safe place."
Luz C.
The Ivy School
278 Willow St, Teaneck, NJ
3.0
(4)
The Ivy School in Teaneck is a small boutique preschool that caters to children ages infant to 6 years old. The lead teacher is certified in special education as well as K-5. Ratios are well below State requirements, so that means individual attention for your little one. The Ivy School offers an...
5.0
"My daughter was 3 years old when she started at The Ivy School. Before then she had a nanny and I was concerned about her transition into preschool. It took a while for me to find a place where I knew she would be comfortable. All of the staff and lead teacher at...
Mrs. J
Smart Start Academy
552 9th St, Hoboken, NJ
5.0
(2)
Our mission is to create a nurturing, safe and respectful environment for our students, parents and teachers. We strive to create an exceptional learning experience for the whole child, cognitively, socially, emotionally, physically, and creatively. We service students from 6 weeks to 1st grade. We...
5.0
"Staff has been amazing with my child. Always coming back with a smile on her face"
Megan M
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
"Love, Laugh, Learn is a dream come true. The facility is state of the art, the director, Chelsea and her staff are so caring and communicative. I'm particularly impressed with the curriculum even for young toddlers. We are SO happy."
Alessandra M.
Clifton Playhaus
66 Second St, Clifton, NJ
5.0
(1)
We offer a secure, nurturing environment in which children are able to establish the solid educational foundations they need to assure success in future academic endeavors.
Our program is specifically developed for each age group and ensures that all of our children receive the necessary emotional,...
5.0
"I met with the Director Sandra. She has such a beautiful spirit. I told her some of the concerns I had at my prior daycare and she reassured me that it wouldn't happen there. She is a hands on. She made me feel very comfortable with leaving my baby there. The...
J.W
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Wood Ridge, NJ
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Wood Ridge, NJ?
Child care centers near you in Wood Ridge, 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 Wood Ridge, 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 Wood Ridge, 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 Wood Ridge, NJ?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Wood Ridge, 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.