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CRADLES TO CRAYONS CHILDCARE - Headquarters Plaza

5.0

We have had our children enrolled at Cradles since the middle of the pandemic, and our experience has been overwhelmingly positive from the start. The teachers and staff create a warm, loving, and engaging learning environment that our children genuinely enjoy—they are happy to go to...

- Care member

Curious Minds

5.0

Curious Minds is wonderful!! My 2 year old son is excited everyday; clapping & cheering as we pull into the parking lot. The staff are warm, creative, caring, professional & inspiring. The school is absolutely beautiful, I've been taking my son there for three months and I still am impressed every...

- Laura D.

Little Papayas In Home Child Care

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

Bright Start Early Learning Center

5.0

Bright Start Early Learning center is amazing , the teachers are wonderful and truly care and love for the children , My daughter loves being here and has a really good connection with her teachers , she never wants to leave !

- Care member

Adventure Awaits Childcare

5.0

I love the personal touch that Adventure Awaits Childcare has, you feel it as soon as you walk in the door. They also give a little extra care towards the children. They made the transition to daycare very easy for our family.

- megan P.

Drop-in child care in Chatham, NJ

Little Friends of Chatham

Little Friends of Chatham

322 Main St., Chatham, NJ

Little Friends of Chatham (formerly Little Friends Day School) is a daycare and preschool servicing children ages 6 weeks to 6 years of age. Full-time and part-time scheduling is available. We pride ourselves on being extremely flexible with scheduling. We are open from 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. with...

CRADLES TO CRAYONS CHILDCARE -  Headquarters Plaza

CRADLES TO CRAYONS CHILDCARE - Headquarters Plaza

26th Headquarters Plaza, MORRISTOWN, NJ

5.0

(1)

Cradles to Crayons was created to provide a center that offers an enriching early childhood education program, an atmosphere that encourages fun while learning and the flexibility that is needed for working parents. Because we are not a franchise and are not owned by a major corporation, we can...
5.0
"We have had our children enrolled at Cradles since the middle of the pandemic, and our experience has been overwhelmingly positive from the start. The teachers and staff create a warm, loving, and engaging learning environment that our children genuinely enjoy—they...

Care member


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 child has been attending since he was 5months old. he is now a 15months and he LOVES it. and I love it. all the teachers are great. director and assistant director are exactly the kind of people you want caring for your most precious commodity. I hope my...

Jean F.


Little Papayas In Home Child Care

Little Papayas In Home Child Care

Raritan Rd, Roselle, NJ

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


Totally Baby

Totally Baby

92 Fairchild Avenue, Morris Plains, NJ

Professional in home day care located in Morris Plains owned and operated by Vicki Mound, a local mom of 3 and long time Morris County resident. Close personal attention for your child through interactive play time, daily structure and fun! Flexible drop in hours available by request.

Scotch Plains Montessori

Scotch Plains Montessori

1577E 2nd Street, Scotch Plains, NJ

Our philosophy is to compliment varying learning styles while reinforcing boundaries to each child with a more hands-on approach from our team of educators. Scotch Plains Montessori serves children from four months to six years of age. Our key components include early opening and flexible after...

Bright Start Early Learning Center

Bright Start Early Learning Center

28 Livingston Avenue, ROSELAND, NJ

Starting at $800/mo

This is a family run school school our mission is to provide the top education for your students and families. We offer hot lunch, soccer on Tuesday and dance on Thursdays that is included! We have special family nights like bingo, family picnic , pajama days. We also offer weekly and monthly news...
5.0
"Bright Start Early Learning center is amazing , the teachers are wonderful and truly care and love for the children , My daughter loves being here and has a really good connection with her teachers , she never wants to leave ! "

Care member


Little Munchkin Learner's

Little Munchkin Learner's

100 AVALON, Roseland, NJ

HELLO PARENTS, LITTLE MUNCHKIN LEARNER'S Little Munchkin Learner's shapes the lives of our little ones and helps them grow and develop as individuals. Little Munchkin Learner's offers an experience flush with fun, friendship, learning, and adventure. Join us ! LITTLE MUNCHKIN FULL TIME...

Bamboo Shoots Immersion School

Bamboo Shoots Immersion School

836 Mountain Ave, Westfield, NJ

Bamboo Shoots Giving our children the advantage of a second language. We provide a progressive, multicultural education that is ideal for preparing our children, tomorrow's leaders, for an international future. We offer a Bilingual environment in Mandarin Chinese, Spanish and English which provides...

Adventure Awaits Childcare

Adventure Awaits Childcare

903 SOUTH BEVERWYCK RD, PARSIPPANY, NJ

Adventure Awaits Childcare is a place where every child’s curiosity is nurtured, their imagination is sparked, and their confidence soars. Designed to be more than just a daycare, we offer a dynamic, engaging, and safe environment where children embark on daily adventures in learning and...
5.0
"I love the personal touch that Adventure Awaits Childcare has, you feel it as soon as you walk in the door. They also give a little extra care towards the children. They made the transition to daycare very easy for our family. "

megan P.


Precious Feet Christian Daycare and Academy

Precious Feet Christian Daycare and Academy

189 Stuyvesant Avenue, NEWARK, NJ


Early Start Day Care Center

Early Start Day Care Center

2402 Hamlette Place, Scotch Plains, NJ

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...

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.

Mina's Kids Day Care Center

Mina's Kids Day Care Center

1757 Springfield Ave, Maplewood, NJ


The Kids Palace

The Kids Palace

44 South 21st Street, Kenilworth, NJ

We are a licensed New Jersey Day care center conveniently located in Kenilworth NJ, close to the NJ parkway, routes 21, 22 and 1&9. We provide care and early childhood development for children ages 2 to 13. Our Goal is to provide a fun and safe learning environment for your child, while...

Brainiac s Childcare Center and Learning Center is an early education facility that focuses on nurturing and developing a strong educational foundation for all children! Our staff provides daily opportunities for children to experiment, explore and thrive, both socially and intellectually. To...
5.0
"My son went to Brainiacs for Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4. Then he graduated from the program and went to Kindergarten in another school district. I had a parent conference with his new Kindergarten teacher, and she informed me that my son was more than ready for...

Lolita T.


Precious Feet Christian Daycare & Academy

Precious Feet Christian Daycare & Academy

189 Stuyvesant Avenue, Newark, NJ

5.0

(2)

Precious Feet Christian Daycare & Academy is a "step in the right direction where children learn, play, and grow." We offer childcare services for children ages 2 1/2 and up. Our convenient hours of operation include Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Transportation is available for certain...
5.0
"Not just a daycare facility, Precious Feet provides an early education curriculum. The children have structure, are taught to write, read, and arithmetic. I would 100% recommend Precious moments for their staff, passion, and commitment to the children."

Tabatha R.


CRADLES TO CRAYONS LEARNING CENTER, LLC.

932 SOUTH AVE W, WESTFIELD, NJ

5.0

(3)

5.0
"They have been really great with our kids. They are very easy to work with for me and my wife. They are very flexible. The staff is very sweet with the kids. Our kids love the staff as well. When they move to the next class they miss their last teacher as they...

Robert K.


Emergency Childcare

19 Valley Way, West Orange, NJ

4.0

(1)

4.0
"Very reliable, friendly atmosphere and reasonable rates."

Venetta G.


CONCERN MOM CHILDCARE SERVICES

907 CHANCELLOR AVE, IRVINGTON, NJ

5.0

(2)

5.0
" I like the way that they teach the kids because I could see improvement on my kids. They are doing great."

Sylvienne P.


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