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Come, Play and Learn

Come, Play and Learn

61 Myrtle Street, Cranford, NJ

Come, Play and Learn provides a unique program that welcomes all children including those with special needs. The center takes an integrated approach to early childhood education, creating an inclusive setting where the individual and developmentally appropriate needs of every child are met...

From the first 'hello' of the day, to the last 'good-bye', we want every child to feel safe, nurtured and excited to learn and grow with us, and for you to consider us a true partner in the development and education of your child. You have trusted us to care and educate your children for many...

Lightbridge Academy of Cranford

560 South Avenue E, Cranford, NJ

From the first "hello" of the day, to the last "good-bye", we want every child to feel safe, nurtured and excited to learn and grow with us, and for you to consider us a true partner in the development and education of your child. You have trusted us to care and educate your children for many...

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...
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"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!"

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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...

Christine Gibson

Christine Gibson

41 Nadal Pl, Staten Island, NY

My name is Christine Gibson, I have been doing child daycare for the past 15 years. I have my certification in infant, toddler and adult CPR and first aid. I am also. Certified License Nurse Technician for the past 25 years. I am very flexible with my hours and days so please feel free to call me...

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.

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...

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...

Lil Wonders Of The World

Lil Wonders Of The World

111 South Avenue, Staten Island, NY

6 wks 12 yrs old! (full time/part time available) NYS Licensed Daycare celebrating almost a decade of providing exceptional quality care CPR/First Aid Certified Highly qualified & experienced staff Teaching age level academics Preschool/Kindergarten curriculum utilizing the latest...

Taylor's Early Learning Center

Taylor's Early Learning Center

Walnut St, Linden, NJ

Our mission at Taylor's Early Learning Center is to provide a safe, high quality and affordable child care. We aim to provide a stimulating learning environment that develops each child's cognitive, social/emotional and physical abilities. Our goal is to maintain a nurturing home away from...

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...

Dream Daycare Inc

Dream Daycare Inc

1107 W HENRY STREET, Linden, NJ

We are a home based family Daycare. We have been involved with children for the past 8 years. We can assure you that your child will be in good care and will enjoy being in our home environment. You are very welcome to visit us anytime. We look forward to working with you.

Bendue S. James

Bendue S. James

15 Doby Place, NEWARK, NJ

Starting at $1677/mo

Home Away From Home Child Care LLC is a trusted provider of high-quality child care services for children aged zero to five years old. Founded with a passion for supporting working parents and nurturing young minds, our company is dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment...

Lightbridge Academy of Woodbridge

Lightbridge Academy of Woodbridge

458 Amboy Avenue, WOODBRIDGE, NJ

Lightbridge Academy is the Solution for Working Families®, providing a safe, nurturing, educational environment for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool children. We welcome everyone in our community to be a part of our unique Circle of Care, where we transform the lives of children and their families by...

Lightbridge Academy of Iselin

Lightbridge Academy of Iselin

116 Grand Street, ISELIN, NJ

Lightbridge Academy is the Solution for Working Families®, providing a safe, nurturing, educational environment for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool children. We welcome everyone in our community to be a part of our unique Circle of Care, where we transform the lives of children and their families by...

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 and Academy

Precious Feet Christian Daycare and Academy

189 Stuyvesant Avenue, NEWARK, NJ


QuickCare, LLC

QuickCare, LLC

225G Signs RD, Staten Island, NY

Providing quality and convenient sitter service for parents in need of childcare before or after daycare hours, run errands/attend appts without children, enjoy an evening out, working late or just need a break.

Baby Love Christian Academy Learning Center

Baby Love Christian Academy Learning Center

228 S Harrison St, EAST ORANGE, NJ

Starting at $960/mo

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