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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Metuchen, NJ

Superhero Schoolhouse

5.0

My two daughters goes to this school & they love it. The best decision I made for them. All staff and teacher's are awesome with the children's. I would definitely recommend for anyone that would like there child in the school.

- Ruth R

Songbirds Daycare

4.0

I was so grateful for Songbirds Daycare! They were exactly what we needed and hoped for when looking for someone to watch our son. I felt at ease knowing that he would be safe and well looked after there. Thank you for all you do!

- Abraham K.

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

Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

5.0

My son loved his time at LES and still to this day talks about his friends and teachers (5 years ago!) He went into kindergarten with a great attitude about school and thrived in class due to the content and structure he had at LES. We are so excited for our younger son to attend LES this fall!

- Laura D

Drop-in child care in Metuchen, NJ

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...

4.5

(6)

About Our Program - Daycare / Preschool / Aftercare & Drop-in Services Superhero Schoolhouse provides children the opportunity to build confidence and express their individuality through artistically enriching, intellectually stimulating and physically challenging activities. Our unique learning...
5.0
"My oldest has been with this school since 1, then followed my other 2 daughters! They love heading to school everyday, every morning we are always greeted by the director, charmaine is such an amazing women inside and out! Most importantly my children are treated...

Shannon R.


Songbirds Daycare

Songbirds Daycare

22 Meadowlark Lane, East Brunswick, NJ

4.5

(2)

Professionally built daycare for children of all ages. Spacious, safe place for children to play, learn, and receive quality care in a home environment like they are used to. Located in East Brunswick, the children can move inside or outside in a fenced backyard during the warm months. Prices are...
5.0
"Songbirds Daycare has provided excellent care for my daughter. The owner always goes above and beyond to make sure my daughter is comfortable and fed. One of my major concerns about having my daughter in a franchise center was the possibility that she would get...

Katelyn L.


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


Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

367 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, NJ

4.0

(4)

The goal of The Little Earth Shepherds Preschool is to nurture each child in a loving and caring atmosphere while helping each of them to grow and develop age-appropriate physical, intellectual and social skills. Our school participates in the "Grow NJ Kids Program." This program is an NJ State...
5.0
"Both of our children made some of their best memories here at L.E.S. The teachers are wonderful and the director is very helpful, kind and flexible. I was so happy that they were open again for the summer program!"

Katalin T.


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...

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...

Rhymes 2 Reasons Learning Center

Rhymes 2 Reasons Learning Center

1709 RT 130, NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ

We care for infants on a day-to-day business when mommy and daddy are away we care for your little one. We make sure that your baby has the best care. The class ratio is 1:4 for our infant classroom. Our toddler classroom is awesome we train your little one how to use the bathroom to prepare to...

TOTS & BLOCKS PRESCHOOL

TOTS & BLOCKS PRESCHOOL

2 WORTHS PL, OLD BRIDGE, NJ

Providing love and education to the Community for over 40 years. We have updated our classrooms with new cabinets. We also installed a new HVAC system through out the building. Our classrooms are large, bright and colorful. We are equipped with bathrooms in every class room. Having a...

Lightbridge Academy Renaissance

Lightbridge Academy Renaissance

2701 U.S. Highway 130, North Brunswick, NJ

Lightbridge Academy offers early learning programs for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool aged children with summer camps for older children. The Seedlings Early Childhood Education Program focuses on the needs of each individual child and the curriculum fosters a lifelong love of learning, while...

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...

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...

Kiddy Campus Learning Center

Kiddy Campus Learning Center

1709 Rte 130, NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ

Starting at $1400/mo

Your child deserves the best education they can receive at such a young age. Trusting us with your child’s growth will be your greatest ally as your child prepares to enter the world. No matter what comes, we guarantee to put our best self forth for your child and everything that they can achieve....

Lightbridge Academy North Brunswick

Lightbridge Academy North Brunswick

2878 Route 27, North Brunswick, NJ

Lightbridge Academy offers early learning programs for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool aged children with summer camps for older children. The Seedlings Early Childhood Education Program focuses on the needs of each individual child and the curriculum fosters a lifelong love of learning, while...

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.

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...

Rhymes To Reason Learning Center

Rhymes To Reason Learning Center

1709 Rt 130, NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ


Primrose School of East Brunswick

Primrose School of East Brunswick

138 Summerhill Rd, East Brunswick, NJ

Primrose Schools is a national family of private accredited early education and care schools across the country. We are more than just a daycare. Through our research-informed Balanced Learning approach, we provide meaningful learning experiences for children beginning at 6 weeks of age, thereby...

Joyful Days LLC

Joyful Days LLC

78 Wolff Ave, Edison, NJ

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...

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