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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Lodi, NJ

Happy Face Child Care

5.0

Rosa is amazing at what she does! I always feel safe dropping my son off everyday. Rosa cares for him and the other children like they are her own. She is attentive to their needs, and does a great job balancing having little ones at the same time. Her communication is one thing that I'm so grateful...

- Melissa C.

Educational Counseling Services

5.0

July 7, 2018 I'm a single mom working full time job with different hours. I looked online one day and found ECS . My children have been attending classes since November 2017. Ms. Williams, and her staff, really make sure the students are their number one priority. She goes the extra mile with the...

- Alice W.

Lily Pond Country Day School

5.0

We enrolled both of our children at Lily Pond last summer and we could not be happier. The directors and all the teachers are amazing, caring, kind and attentive. The program and the curriculum are wonderful and well though out. Our children love it there and are always so happy to go to school and...

- Brianne C.

Together Learning Center/NVPS

5.0

What a great school! This playground is huge! My daughter has learned so much! the curriculum is fantastic! ASL, yoga, movement classes, STEM learning, Art, music, technology! I love it!

- Hilda C.

creative beginnings preschool

5.0

My Daughter loved this school, we were so sad when we moved. Luckily the owners have another center closer to where we moved. We were able to get the same experience and she loved all her new friends and teachers just as much. Anytime we dropped her off the staff was always friendly and the center...

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Drop-in child care in Lodi, NJ

Happy Face Child Care

Happy Face Child Care

99 Garfield Avenue, Lodi, NJ

4.9

(11)

Do you need a day off or a last-minute childcare? Do you need a trustworthy childcare? I've got your back. In a small group and homey environment, your child will feel comfortable and get the personal attention he/she deserves. While your child is in my care, I will nurture and attend to his or...
5.0
"Rosa is great with our son. When we drop him off, he goes by the other kids and smiles when we say "see you later" which is completely different than how he was before we took him to Rosa. We have noticed a huge difference in our son in just the first few months we...

Daniella L.


Nell's Nursery & Preschool

Nell's Nursery & Preschool

83 KEASLER AVE, LODI, NJ

Nell's Nursery and Preschool is a nurturing and reliable childcare center that focuses on your child's readiness for primary school success. Our teachers and staff encourage our children's creativity, confidence, and compassion for themselves and others. We promote each child as an individual and...

Educational Counseling Services

Educational Counseling Services

137145 North 3rd St, Paterson, NJ

5.0

(3)

*Child Care Age: 2 1/2 to 13 * Professional and Quality Staff *Call today and start tomorrow *Academic, Arts & Crafts, * Immersion Spanish * Child Care for Homeschoolers *Before Care/After Care. *Drop-In Service (school closures). *Child Care Monday-Friday 7:30 am- 5:30 pm.extended hours Saturday...
5.0
"July 7, 2018 I'm a single mom working full time job with different hours. I looked online one day and found ECS . My children have been attending classes since November 2017. Ms. Williams, and her staff, really make sure the students are their number one priority....

Alice W.


Lily Pond Country Day School

Lily Pond Country Day School

184 Rivervale Rd, River Vale, NJ

4.9

(10)

The Lily Pond Country Day School provides a high-quality education for children ranging in age from 3 months to 6 years. Lily Ponds teachers are credentialed with degrees in education and the averaged tenured teacher has been on board for over 9 years. Our philosophy is simple - happy children and...
5.0
"Our child has attended Lily Pond since she was three months old and will be with Lily Pond until kindergarten. The teachers and directors are so kind, caring and talented. They have become a second family to us. While we are always impressed with what our child...

Corinne M.


Together Learning Center/NVPS

Together Learning Center/NVPS

219 Washington Avenue, Dumont, NJ

4.6

(24)

We've got heart & here is "where TOGETHER happens." Licensed for ages 2-13. Full Day, Before and After School Care. AM & PM Pre-School Program. New curriculum that is full and sensory rich with technology programs available. Open year round - 7am - 6pm. Conveniently located with NYC transportation...
5.0
"I looked at many different schools, and fell in LOVE with the playground at this school. It is so big, and new. It has so much to do. My son didn't want to leave!!! They offer STEM and cooking classes, ASL, and Yoga with an instructor! So happy we got into this...

Sue H.


creative beginnings  preschool

creative beginnings preschool

36 Gould St, VERONA, NJ

Starting at $800/mo

5.0

(8)

Our school provides a healthy, safe environment for children to be while they are away from home. Here they will learn foundation skills to be ready for kindergarten. Each class provides a loving developmentally appropriate environment where children can develop their social, emotional and cognitive...
5.0
"Grateful to have found this preschool close to home. My children love attending Creative beginnings. The teachers are so warm and welcoming and very attentive to the children. "

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Sunshine Clubhouse Childcare Center LLC

Sunshine Clubhouse Childcare Center LLC

436 Ridge Road, NORTH ARLINGTON, NJ

Starting at $800/mo

5.0

(3)

Our school provides a healthy, safe environment for children to be while they are away from home. Here they will learn foundation skills to be ready for kindergarten. Each class provides a loving developmentally appropriate environment where children can develop their social, emotional and...
5.0
"I've had such a great experience with Sunshine Clubhouse, my child absolutely loves going to school & the teachers and assistants are so wonderful! I feel very confident leaving my daughter in their hands. I can't recommend them enough"

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Think Learn Create Academy

Think Learn Create Academy

36 A East Midland Ave, PARAMUS, NJ

Starting at $1300/mo

5.0

(6)

Think Learn Create Academy is a childcare center founded by educators and mothers who have decades worth of experience in education. We strive to provide a world class education that will set the course for not only academic success but for social emotional growth as well. Our learning center is...
5.0
"I can’t say enough good things about Think Learn Create Academy! From the moment we first walked through the doors, we were met with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that immediately put us at ease. The staff is incredibly supportive and genuinely caring, making sure...

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Ana's Sunshine Daycare Inc.

Ana's Sunshine Daycare Inc.

1325 Clinton Avenue Bronx, Bronx, NY

5.0

(1)

Welcome to Ana's Sunshine Daycare - where the priority is the welfare of your children. In this place you as parents may be confident that your greatest treasures that are your children will be well cared for, and they will develop their speech and knowledge, as well as socialize with other...

Kids 'R' Fun Family Childcare

Kids 'R' Fun Family Childcare

225th Street Broadway, Bronx, NY

5.0

(2)

Kids "R " Fun offers a nurturing as well as interactive atmosphere which provides the essential tools that can bring out the best in your kids. This appropriate learning environment is very crucial for your child 's development to become intelligent, happy, and well-adjusted individuals. Kids "R "...
5.0
"I have a long term professional relationship with the childcare and after school care facilitated services of Kids R' Fun. Kids R' Fun childcare and after school programs are a stable, safe and welcoming business for children and the parents that bring their...

Vanessa F


Clifton Playhaus

Clifton Playhaus

66 Second St, Clifton, NJ

5.0

(1)

We offer a secure, nurturing environment in which children are able to establish the solid educational foundations they need to assure success in future academic endeavors. Our program is specifically developed for each age group and ensures that all of our children receive the necessary emotional,...
5.0
"I met with the Director Sandra. She has such a beautiful spirit. I told her some of the concerns I had at my prior daycare and she reassured me that it wouldn't happen there. She is a hands on. She made me feel very comfortable with leaving my baby there. The...

J.W


Englewood Childcare Center

Englewood Childcare Center

10 Grand Avenue Lower Level, Englewood, NJ

5.0

(1)

New Preschool for children ages 2.5-6 school-age program pen M-F from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Extended hours available. After school program for children ages up to 13yo. License Daycare; certified teachers. CPR and First aid certified. Safe and clean environment. Daily educational activities. Free...
5.0
"This place is great . The staff is very friendly and the daycare is very clean everything is new and well care. The right place for me to leave my child , I feel very calm knowing my child is in a safe place."

Luz C.


Smart Start Academy

Smart Start Academy

552 9th St, Hoboken, NJ

5.0

(2)

Our mission is to create a nurturing, safe and respectful environment for our students, parents and teachers. We strive to create an exceptional learning experience for the whole child, cognitively, socially, emotionally, physically, and creatively. We service students from 6 weeks to 1st grade. We...
5.0
"Amazing workers. They take great care of my little one. Would recommend them highly."

Sarah W.


Petite Smiles Daycare

Petite Smiles Daycare

69 Bennett Avenue, New York, NY

4.0

(1)

Reggio inspired multilingual childcare. Inviting children to learn by play, because play is children's everyday work. We believe in hands-on approach, that fosters a caring and creative enviroment, emphasizing on the social, emotional, intellectual and physical development of each individual child....

Cuddly Bundles Childcare

Cuddly Bundles Childcare

137 E 150th St, Bronx, NY

5.0

(3)

Our program has been developed to promote the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child. We believe that each child is a unique individual. We gear our activities to interest and challenge the child at his or her own ability level.
5.0
"I really love this daycare the staff is very friendly, the facility is very clean, my son learned a lot from attending this daycare and the childcare prices are very affordable. I would recommend this daycare to anyone, we felt more like family then just a...

Renee H.


Precious Moments

Precious Moments

Gates Place, Wayne, NJ

We offer full time day care for infants and toddlers. We also offer an hourly drop off service. We are open Monday through Friday from 8:00am till 5:30pm. Additional hours are also available, if needed. Need a babysitter to come to your house? We offer that too. We are an in-home day care that...

The Kid's Room

The Kid's Room

3410 KINGSBRIDGE AVENUE, BRONX, NY

Starting at $1515/mo

The Kid's Room is a Child Care center in BRONX, NY. They offer Academic, Cooperative, Developmental (play-based), Child development associate (cda), Cpr training, Early child development coursework, First aid training, In-home/family day care, After school programs, Before school programs, Emergency...

Karmy Family Group Daycare

Karmy Family Group Daycare

226 Naples Terrace, Bronx, NY

Creative Art - Painting - Reading - Music Moments - Potty Training - Flexible Schedules for Parents - Safe Environment / Safe Hygiene - Indoor & Outdoor Play - Pick up & Drop off to school

Nicole's Little Angels LLC

Nicole's Little Angels LLC

9 Birch Ave, CALDWELL, NJ

Starting at $1800/mo

UPDATED!! WE have 5 full-time spots available 2 infants and 3 preschoolers For SEPTEMBER 2024 DON'T WAIT ENROLL TODAY! Philosophy We believe children experience the greatest growth when they feel secure and loved. Therefore, we at Nicole Little Angels LLC will provide our children with a...

Little Learners With Big Dreams Day Care

Little Learners With Big Dreams Day Care

1840 Phelan Place, Bronx, NY

Hello Parents: Are you looking for a loving, caring, and high quality learning environment that allows your child to grow, explore and develop independently? We care for children, making sure they are actively learning through play and hands-on activities such as art, cooking/baking, planting and...

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Ratings for Lodi, NJ drop-in child care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Drop-In Child Care in Lodi, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in child care.