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Recent daycare reviews in Plainfield, NJ

Little Meadow

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 in groups and has made friends. I...

- Rigel J.

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

Early Start Day Care Center

5.0

I highly recommend. In this day care, run by an experienced teacher, your child will receive individual attention to his/her individual needs, in a clean personable, warm environment. Tina is well educated and with extensive experience with kids on all aspects, social, academically etc. im so...

- Elisa

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.

DAYSPRING CHILD CARE CENTER

5.0

We had a great experience at Dayspring Childcare. We sent all our kids there and have been with the daycare for 5 years. It's a clean, safe, loving and caring environment. The teachers are amazing, very attentive and friendly. Great curriculum and a lot of activities! The Christmas show and Mother's...

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Daycares in Plainfield, NJ

Little Meadow

Little Meadow

600 N WOOD AVE, LINDEN, NJ

Starting at $1050/mo

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
"They are amazing! I am very sad, I have a 3 & 4 year old attending and my 4 year old eventually needs to go to kindergarten and I'm not looking forward to it. I wish I could keep my kids there for ever. Nothing negative to say. They are always on point with...

Lavinia H.


Noah's Ark

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....
4.0
"I love it here in the infant room. You can see even in my 8 month old daughter how much she enjoys her time there. When we walk in my daughters face lights up into a smile when she sees her teacher and that's all I need to know that she's in good hands. They...

Jessica F.


Early Start Day Care Center

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 highly recommend. In this day care, run by an experienced teacher, your child will receive individual attention to his/her individual needs, in a clean personable, warm environment. Tina is well educated and with extensive experience with kids on all aspects,...

Elisa


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.


DAYSPRING CHILD CARE CENTER

DAYSPRING CHILD CARE CENTER

130 WHITMAN AVE, METUCHEN, NJ

5.0

(5)

Registration is now open for 2024-2025. To schedule a tour click call us at 732-549-1020. As a Christian State Licensed Childcare Center, we provide an atmosphere that is nurturing and loving. The academic environment stimulates the children to explore, create, grow, and excel in their unique...
5.0
"We had a great experience at Dayspring Childcare. We sent all our kids there and have been with the daycare for 5 years. It's a clean, safe, loving and caring environment. The teachers are amazing, very attentive and friendly. Great curriculum and a lot of...

Care member


Joan's Child Care Services

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
"I began sending my first child to Joan's (Mom-Mom's) when he was less than six months old. I didn't want a nanny because I wanted some socialization but I didn't want to send him to daycare because I wanted more individualized attention and I didn't want an...

Jennifer


The Pudding Stone Home Daycare School

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 love Pudding Stone! Kate and her assistants are everything I wanted in care providers for my son. Kate runs the daycare out of her home. She is licensed and very knowledgeable about child development. She is organized and communicates well. Kate provides...

Aimee N.


All About Children Private In My Home

All About Children Private In My Home

284 Grove Ave, Woodbridge, NJ

5.0

(9)

Childcare in my home (Woodbridge). SIBLING DISCOUNT! (Scroll down for info about tutoring) Please contact my CELL number at 732-277-8413 for more information I watch children in my home NEWBORN & UP. I'm also fully vaccinated. I'm an experienced stay at...
5.0
"If you are looking for childcare, please bring your child here! I started using Carolina when my daughter was 3 months old. She is now 2 years old, and I can't say enough good things about her! She is like a second mother to my daughter. Very reliable and very...

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Home Away From Home

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 watched two of our children in our home a couple years ago. The youngest was 2 and the oldest was 5. She'd watch the 2 year old all day and get the older one ready for the bus late morning bus that would take her to afternoon kindergarten. My girls...

Caroline W.


Little Papayas In Home Child Care

Little Papayas In Home Child Care

Raritan Rd, Roselle, NJ

5.0

(1)

Little Papayas is run by a dedicated caregiver, Mya, a certified childcare provider with CPR certification and over six years of experience caring for young children. I offer affordable, all-inclusive care for child aged 0-6 years old. For more information, visit our website littlepapayas.com or...
5.0
"Mya is so much more than a caregiver! Mya is amazing at what she does. Mya is a dedicated and passionate provider who goes above and beyond for all children. We were sad to see her go! My son still talks about her!"

Paige B


Dominika's Care

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.


Little Treasures Learning Center

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
"Hi this is richard I just wanted to know if you are coming or we have to go there?"

Richard F.


Springdale Montessori

Springdale Montessori

23 Gill Lane, Iselin, NJ

4.0

(4)

At Springdale Montessori we have committed ourselves to achieving the following goals for our children and families: To provide a solid academic foundation through the Montessori Philosophy To assist children in developing a positive self-image. To provide a child-centered environment that...
5.0
"This is the Best Children Daycare you can find in Woodbridge, Iselin area. My child has been going there from last 3 years, I was recommended by another parent to go to this school and so far it has been excellent experience with them. My daughter has been...

Carrie B.


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.


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.


Curious Minds

Curious Minds

258 King George Road, Warren, NJ

5.0

(3)

We are an independent, nonsectarian preschool focusing on creative arts and sciences for children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age. We are open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. At Curious Minds, we strive to provide a clean, safe, nurturing and educational environment for young...
5.0
"My 31/2 yr old child has been attending this school for 3 months now and she really likes it. It is really preparing her for Kindergarten. She is so into learning :)"

Ana B


Welcome to John Kenney, where we offer subsidized quality child care for Heller Park employees, Edison Residents, & Edison Township employees! The John Kenney Child Care Center is the fulfillment of a promise made by developer Isaac Heller to the people of Edison. In 1987, Mr. Heller, Chairman...
5.0
"My son attended John Kenney for more than 3 years until he started 1st grade, we loved the daycare, the teachers and the assistants. The staff is very friendly and welcoming, the program is great and they constantly have different activities for the whole family to...

Diana M.


A Child's Experience Child Care

A Child's Experience Child Care

258 W. Webster Ave., Roselle Park, NJ

5.0

(1)

Our Services are superior to our competitors because our entire team from the owner to every single employee believes in our mission and goal of being warm and loving. With a mature, healthy, positive attitude about life, love, and interpersonal relations. We wholeheartedly believe children notice...
5.0
"I always said if I ever had a baby the first person I'm calling is Shatarra. Uncommon heart for children. She is truly a gift."

Ken H


Imagine Nation

Imagine Nation

410 Clermont, Union, NJ

5.0

(1)

Open year round from 6:00 am until 6:30 PM Proven curriculum Tenured staff 22 years of service from this location
5.0
"Best ! Kind and friendly Teachers really care about the kids Staff has been there for years"

Alisha C.


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...

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Ratings for Plainfield, NJ daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Daycares in Plainfield, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed daycares.