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PRECIOUS MOMENTS ACADEMY
4.0
I wished they had a larger backyard area. However, the facility is great and the staff is awesome. They are always coming up with new things to do with the children. They also have a great after school program!
- Angela B.
Somerset Montessori School
5.0
My son goes to Somerset Montessori and it is great. He is getting such a positive learning experience in a safe and secure environment. You can tell the staff and teachers enjoy what they do because they are so passionate. I would highly recommend Somerset Montessori
- Care member
Bonnie's Day Care
5.0
Attentive caregiver, who treats your child as her own. Clean home. My child started at 6 weeks and went to pre-school at age 4, fully prepared, knowing numbers, colors, and the alphabet. Couldn't have mad a better decision
- Donna
Little Butterflies Day Care, Llc
5.0
My child is 4 years old, and is currently enrolled at Little Butterflies Day Care, LLC. He was mainly taken care of by my mother, so at first I was uneasy about him starting daycare and being in a new environment. It's never easy imagining someone who isn't family to care for your child, because...
- Raquel R
Kids 'R' Kids North Brunswick
5.0
Kids 'R' Kids North BrunswickI can't say anything but positive things about this daycare… for me it is the best and most complete in the area. I say this because there was a time when I was visiting other daycares and the truth is nothing compares to Kids R Kids. The infant room is spacious, clean,...
- Glennie F.
Daycares in Dunellen, NJ
PRECIOUS MOMENTS ACADEMY
358 NORTH AVE, DUNELLEN, NJ
4.8
(5)
Precious Moments Academy has been a staple in our community for 30 years. Our goal is to provide a high quality early childhood program allowing children the ability to build independence, and creativity through a safe and nurturing environment. Our diverse classrooms help each child develop...
5.0
"They got my child potty trained! They made it so much easier for me! "
Roseline J.
Precious Gifts Day Care Center
400 New Market Rd, Dunellen, NJ
Precious Gifts Day Care Center located at 400 New Market Road, Dunellen, New Jersey, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks....
Erica T
748 Center Street, Dunellen, NJ
Hello! My name is Erica and I have two children, ages 4 and 10, and also have many years of experience with all ages of children. I spent 8 years at an after school program, teaching ages 5-18. I ended as the Teen Coordinator as I worked myself up over the years during high school and college. A...
Footprints Christian Preschool
264 New Market Rd, Dunellen, NJ
Footprints Christian Preschool is a non-profit early childhood care and education provider located at 264 New Market Road, Dunellen, New Jersey. The company is experienced to provide stimulating educational activities that enhance the children's academic performance, physical abilities and social...
Somerset Montessori School
15 Dellwood Lane, SOMERSET, NJ
5.0
(2)
Located at the beautiful Parker at Somerset campus, Somerset Montessori offers excellent childcare and early childhood education. Infant Program – 6 weeks through 18 months The Montessori Infant program is designed to foster a bond with your baby and a nurturing environment with the individual...
5.0
"Our daughter loves this daycare! So much so that she doesn't even say goodbye to us when we drop her off... she just goes running in to all of her friends and teachers!
The staff members are so kind, fun, and loving. They have truly taken the time to get to know...
Care member
Bonnie's Day Care
13 Willow Ave, Piscataway, NJ
5.0
(2)
My name is Bonnie Conrad. I have been involved in childcare since 1985 when my second child was born. My daycare is located in my home, in a childcare setting area of my home. I have watched over 100+ children, ranging from the ages of 3 months to 4 years. I love doing what I do and enjoy being...
5.0
"Both my children went to Bonnie's Day Care. Even now my daughter 25 and my son 19 still go back to visit. They had a great experience and were extremely well taken care of from infant to preschool. I highly recommend this facility."
Mary
Little Butterflies Day Care, Llc
67 Pennington Rd, New Brunswick, NJ
5.0
(1)
Dear Parents and Children,
Thank you for your interest in my profile. My name is Jennyfer (English- Spanish). I am a 33-year-old Hispanic woman who has been a child care provider for the last 5 years. I have also studied in child care related fields. I'm current in Kaplan University Study Human...
5.0
"My child is 4 years old, and is currently enrolled at Little Butterflies Day Care, LLC. He was mainly taken care of by my mother, so at first I was uneasy about him starting daycare and being in a new environment. It's never easy imagining someone who isn't family...
Raquel R
5.0
(5)
5.0
"This is such an AMAZINGGGGG Learning experience. My child has only been attending for 3 weeks and have learned soooo much ! Ms. Yelinda !!! Ms. Crowshanda! When I tell you they are on top of their babies BEST BELIEVE IT! They make sure they are well trained and...
Caprese J.
Rutgers-Livingston Day Care Center
49 Joyce Kilmer Avenue, Piscataway, NJ
4.0
(3)
Full-day care and education for children ages 20 months through first grade; 7:30AM - 5:30PM. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack included. Nationally accredited.
First through fifth grade remote learning support.
5.0
"I cannot say enough great things about RLDCC. If you are looking for stability in staffing, a unique and supportive play-based learning environment, compassion and lots of outdoor play, this is the place for you and your children. Their approach to childcare and...
Karen S
Kidz Klub
685 Meadow Rd., Bridgewater, NJ
5.0
(1)
Peggy was inspired to start an in-home daycare after having two children with her husband, Ken. Taking her own experience with children and turning it into a daycare was not easy at first, but it has turned out to be a prosperous and highly recommended daycare. With more than 30 years of personal...
5.0
"Our children absolutely love Peg. You can drop your kids off and have peace of mind knowing they are loved and nurtured the way they should be. Peg teaches and reinforces the same morals and values you want your children to have. She is not just a daycare...
Michelle S.
Children's Den Family Daycare
609 West 8th Street, Plainfield, NJ
5.0
(2)
Children's Den Day Care is a full time family childcare provider in Plainfield. We have been caring for children for over 15 years. We are dedicated to provide quality childcare in a fun, safe, clean and home-based environment. We offer:
Full time program for children of all ages
Weekly family...
5.0
"The house is big with plenty of room for the kids to play and also clean and well maintained. It's a safe and fun place to be. Plus the rate is really not that high. I loved it!"
Melissa W
Little Treasures Learning Center
2177 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ
5.0
(2)
Little Treasures Learning Center is a high-quality childcare facility that provides a safe and fun, year round learning environment, excellent care and full educational programs from infants to the young children between the ages of 6 weeks and 6 years. We also offer a great Summer Camp program for...
5.0
"From the time that they were just 6 months old until Pre-K, both of my children attended Little Treasures. Excellent staff at every stage of development! Kind and encouraging environment."
Trudy A.
Noah's Ark Preschool
900 B RARITAN AVE, HIGHLAND PARK, NJ
5.0
(8)
Noah's Ark in a NJ Grow Rated School offering care and early childhood education for children ages 6 months through 5 years of age. The mission of Noah’s Ark is to provide a safe, nurturing learning environment for our community’s children. Noah’s Ark certified staff will promote each child’s...
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Noah's Ark Preschool. In 2016, I was a nervous wreck leaving my 6 month old baby with strangers, but it turned out to be the best thing I ever did! My second son will soon be joining the Noah's Ark family as well, and I'm...
Lauren J.
The Pudding Stone Home Daycare School
11 Morris Court, Summit, NJ
5.0
(8)
I am a Summit resident with a degree in Psychology & Child Development. I offer a small program devoted to the development, socialization and education of infants & toddlers. The Puddingstone is open Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and offers a warm environment with many hugs &...
5.0
"We made the best decision in choosing Pudding Stone Day care for our little girl. She has been attending since September 2016 and it has by far exceeded all of our expectations. Choosing a day care in the first place was painstakingly difficult for us. We were...
Nazmin T.
START-RITE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN
9 STELTON RD, PISCATAWAY, NJ
4.7
(3)
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-A home away from home
-Most classes are no bigger than 8 children
-Research Based State Approved Curriculum
-Music Together (Internationally Renowned Music Program) is included in the Tuition
-Certified Teachers
-School is Professionally Cleaned Daily
-We also offer language,...
4.0
"I love the center and my son does as well. The director is always doing and introducing the children to new things that help their growth and development. I would give the center a 4.5 out of 5 with 5 being the greatest. "
Erin S.
Spring Academy
10 North Road, Warren, NJ
4.0
(4)
A unique Montessori Preschool with language immersion such as Chinese and Spanish. Serves kids 1 year and older. Our mission is to help kids to become well-rounded human being and reach their full potential, with independence, integrity and curiosity for knowledge. We do this via our various...
5.0
"This is Jill from Spring Academy. To reply to the remark by OneStep, a 'business' who deceived our school in believing them and recommending other customers for them, but they did not deliver and charged the school for 20 times of the price they promised and had...
Jill J.
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.
Joan's Child Care Services
634 Raymond St., Westfield, NJ
4.4
(7)
Our home has a brand new playroom with a beautiful view of the garden. Large windows help us be a part of the outside even on cold winter days.
The new playroom is for younger children birth through 3 years old. We also have another playroom for older children ages 4 to 10. We have a reference...
5.0
"We visited a number of family style child cares and found Joan's Child Care is way the best. The environment is clean, neat, safe, warm, bright and spacious. Joan has more than 20 years experience of child care. She has so many books and toys for all ages, and a...
Na
Home Away From Home
51 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ
5.0
(9)
I offer a Home Away From Home for your child. I am a mom of four myself (ages 15 - 21) and all children I care for become part of our family, even long after I stop caring for them on a regular basis. I have over 30 years experience caring for children other then my own, the last 6 years of which...
5.0
"Eileen has watched my daughter part time for two years and we could not be happier with her. My daughter is always happy to go there and enjoys interacting w Eileen's children as well. I would highly recommend Eileen to anyone with a small child."
Nicole G.
Dominika's Care
317 West Lane, Clark, NJ
5.0
(3)
Hello! I have a Master's degree in Education Counseling and many years of experience working with children. I try to keep my family childcare small as I focus on different activities during the day and want to be able to offer high quality care for your little one. We often have trips to the local...
5.0
"I am very lucky to have found Dominika. She is patient,compasionate, trustworthy and a great resource. Dominika always has a great day planned, filled with stimulating activities. I can't say enough of great things about her, she is a natural!!"
Annette O.
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Dunellen, NJ
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Dunellen, NJ?
Daycare centers near you in Dunellen, NJ offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.
What services do daycare centers offer near me in Dunellen, NJ?
Daycares near you in Dunellen, NJ provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.
What should I look for in a daycare center near me in Dunellen, NJ?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Dunellen, NJ for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.
What questions should I ask when looking for a daycare for my child near me in Dunellen, NJ?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Dunellen, NJ include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.
Ratings for Dunellen, NJ daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Daycares in Dunellen, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed daycares.