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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Chatham, NJ

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.

Precious Feet Christian Daycare & Academy

5.0

Precious Feet Christian Daycare & Academy staff are caring professionals. Their curriculum is terrific. The children are engaged in hands-on learning experiences. Last month the kids were able to see chicks hatching at the daycare. I highly recommend this day!! They prepare the children to enter...

- Marie L.

Emergency Childcare

4.0

Very reliable, friendly atmosphere and reasonable rates.

- Venetta G.

MakaRich Companies LLC

5.0

Theresa is the BEST! Prior to finding this gem of a daycare, my daughter Ashley was enrolled in a daycare where she was not happy, and those with little ones know if your child isn't happy then you aren't happy. Theresa is very knowledgeable of the different development stages and creates a...

- Nechola

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...

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
"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...

Laura D.


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...

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.

CRADLES TO CRAYONS CHILDCARE -  Headquarters Plaza

CRADLES TO CRAYONS CHILDCARE - Headquarters Plaza

26th Headquarters Plaza, MORRISTOWN, NJ

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...

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...

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...

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...

Precious Feet Christian Daycare and Academy

Precious Feet Christian Daycare and Academy

189 Stuyvesant Avenue, NEWARK, NJ


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.

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...

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...

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
"Precious Feet Christian Daycare & Academy staff are caring professionals. Their curriculum is terrific. The children are engaged in hands-on learning experiences. Last month the kids were able to see chicks hatching at the daycare. I highly recommend this day!!...

Marie L.


MakaRich Companies LLC

12 Wellington Avenue, West Orange, NJ

5.0

(2)

5.0
"My son [now 18 months] has been with Theresa [the owner] since the summer of 2011 and he is so very happy. Theresa is great with the children, sends me pictures of what they are doing, sends home a day sheet listing what they ate, read, songs they sang, all sorts...

Philip A.


Lovene's Nursery

Bradford Street, Orange, NJ

*This is a registered In-Home Nursery. Taking care of your child is what we do best. The owner of this Family Care has been a Certified Substitute teacher in a School District. She also has three years experience with after school tutoring. Together with other education professionals we've designed...

At Your Doorstep Nanny and Childcare Services

151 Cedar St, North Plainfield, NJ

We are committed to providing top quality nanny care. Our goal is to enhance the lives of every child we nurture through our program. At your Doorstep Nanny service, we pick up and drop off. Whether you work full-time, a few hours a week or have other outside commitments, choosing a nanny Service is...

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