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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Dunellen, NJ

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.

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

Medina's Academy

5.0

Well kept cleaned and organized center. Met with the owners who were very welcoming. Definitely going to look into enrolling my son.

- Sarah K

Joyful Days LLC

5.0

We are so blessed to have found Joyful Days. The love and care my newborn baby(now toddler) receives from Sheretta and Ms. Maxine is beyond my expectations. My son enjoys being here everyday where he has learned so much already and gets to interact with other children. Clean, fun, and loving...

- Georgette N.

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.

Drop-in child care 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...
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.


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
"Ana Soler I've had both my childten is daycare - my oldest for 2 yrs and now my youngest for 3 yrs. Due to the small number of children, they all receive highly personalized attention. At age 4 my youngest was reading the same books his brother was reading last...

Ana S


Medina's Academy

Medina's Academy

781 Hamilton Street, Somerset, NJ

5.0

(2)

We offer a diverse education consisting of a mix between the best aspects of the creative curriculum as well as the Montessori teaching method. We have an indoor as well as outdoor playground area. We also provide lunch meals to all of our kids. Give us a call and set up a tour to see our...
5.0
"Well kept cleaned and organized center. Met with the owners who were very welcoming. Definitely going to look into enrolling my son."

Sarah K


Joyful Days LLC

Joyful Days LLC

78 Wolff Ave, Edison, NJ

5.0

(6)

At Joyful Day LLC, we believe parents are the most important people in a child's life, however, we are committed to providing high quality child care in a family like atmosphere, while supporting you as a family. Because we know families are unique, we offer per diem rates as well as temporary...
5.0
"Nothing short of AMAZING!! Joyful Days is an excellent daycare where you can feel comfortable leaving your child without ever having to worry. The environment is very clean, professional and safe. The staff is loving, nurturing, and trustworthy. Being referred to...

Tia M.


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 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...

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...

Kassandra Daycare

Kassandra Daycare

58J Reading Rd, Edison, NJ

Stay at home mother of 2, Son is 4 in preschool, have a 5 month old that stays home with me. Looking to watch 3 to 4 kids a week for working moms in the area. Have classroom teaching experience as well as my masters in school counseling. Love children, looking to stay home with my daughter and watch...

I Can Kids Child Care and Learning Center

I Can Kids Child Care and Learning Center

806 Route 1 North, Edison, NJ

5.0

(9)

At I Can Kids Child Care and Learning Center, our mission is to provide children with the foundation needed for a happy and successful life. What is the key? Having an 'I CAN' positive attitude! We'll help encourage your child to be more confident, self-reliant and empowered. We offer a New Jersey...
5.0
"As a stay at home mom going back to work for the first time, I had very mixed feelings about putting my just turned 2 year old in a daycare. After visiting many where my son refused to even leave my side, I Can Kids was the first place that he actually wanted to be...

Juaneata M.


YMCA Metuchen

483 Middlesex Ave, Metuchen, NJ

YMCA Metuchen is located in Metuchen, NJ. They offer full-day, half-day and drop-in care for ages 6 weeks to 12 years old children. They provide childcare, preschool and before/after school care. They use creative curriculum that is designed to help children develop their physical, mental, social...

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...

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...

Educational classes provided for children from age group 2.5 years to 6 years on weekdays. Weekends dedicated for tutoring mathematics to students from Kindergarten to 10th grade. All services are provided from home in North Edison 08820, right next to Menlo Park Elementary School. Large fenced in...

Kirstens' In Home Childcare

167 Maple St, Bridgewater, NJ

This is great for working parents! Children ages 1 years old to 5 years old. I worked with children at an in-home childcare for 6 years. I have 14 years of child experience and I have 3 children of my own that are now in school. May drop child off at my home at 8 a.m. (or earlier if need be) and may...

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...

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...

Child Steps

40 Vann St, Plainfield, NJ

Offering child care services to families in the area.

Crawlers2Scholars

Crawlers2Scholars

409 King George Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ

At Crawlers 2 Scholars our objective is to help your child develop a positive attitude toward themselves and learning. At Crawlers 2 scholars, each child is gently guided in discovering what they can do to take pride in and derive satisfaction from their personal achievements. We want to help build...

Evergreen Youth Center

Evergreen Youth Center

400 Inman Ave, Colonia, NJ


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Average Rating4.0 / 5

Drop-In Child Care in Dunellen, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 25 listed drop-in child care.