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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.

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.

Think Learn Create Academy

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 that both my son and I felt...

- Care member

Englewood Childcare Center

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

5.0

Staff has been amazing with my child. Always coming back with a smile on her face

- Megan M

Drop-in child care in Rutherford, NJ

Viky's Home Care

Viky's Home Care

285 Park Ave, Rutherford, NJ

Trustworthy, affordable quality child care for your infant or toddler. We offer daily activities, crafts, music classes, and Spanish classes. Lunch, snacks, dinner, diapers, formula, milk & wipes included with tuition. Organic home made foods, and organic milk is what we use. Drop cam installed...

Our vision is to encourage, nurture, and inspire every child by recognizing they are special and enjoying a social-emotional experience with them. We operate with integrity, always. We are committed to excellence and quality. We are team-oriented. We are encouragers. Our mission is to recognize...

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.


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.


Think Learn Create Academy

Think Learn Create Academy

36 A East Midland Ave, PARAMUS, NJ

Starting at $1400/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 recently visited this brand new daycare that just opened, and I am impressed! It is a bright and welcoming place that makes you feel like your child is going to be in good hands. The staff at the daycare are truly outstanding. They welcome the children with warm...

Care member


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.


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....

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
"Staff has been amazing with my child. Always coming back with a smile on her face"

Megan M


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


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
"Cuddly Bundles is a life saver. My son has received childcare here since he was 6 months. He has developed so much and I enjoy the activities that he has taken parts in. Ms. Renee is a very professional provider and caring individual. She has personalized his care...

Dorian D


Nicole's Little Angels

Nicole's Little Angels

9 Birch Ave, North Caldwell, NJ

Services: Daycare, Emergency care, All Day Virtual Assistance/Daycare, Daily Drop-ins, Date night, Weekend care, Summer Camp, Tutoring, Short Stays, Social Play Groups

Ivy Primary Prep

Ivy Primary Prep

675 Monmouth Street, JERSEY CITY, NJ

Starting at $1895/mo

At Ivy Primary Prep we have taken an innovative approach to focus on development of the whole student by emphasizing a curriculum that includes physical, social, and emotional components. Each class is capped at 10 students to foster an academically challenging environment with maximum...

6538 - Everbrook of Manhattan (Murray Hill)

6538 - Everbrook of Manhattan (Murray Hill)

225 East 38th Street, MANHATTAN, NY

Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive,...

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...

Montessori Studio

Montessori Studio

12 Market Street, Clifton, NJ

Montessori Studio is a child centered enrichment program which offers social, educational and recreational activities for children ages 2.5 - 6 years of age. Using the Montessori materials and other inspired educational equipment. Parents can choose to work with their children in our mommy and me...

SMART START ACADEMY-Hoboken

SMART START ACADEMY-Hoboken

552 9TH ST, HOBOKEN, NJ

Starting at $2350/mo

We provide exceptional early childhood education for children 6 weeks to 6 years old. Our campus's are state of the art and are perfectly located near all public transportation into NYC. At S.S.A we are an all inclusive preschool that offers extended hours from 7am-7pm Monday through Friday and...

Smart Start Academy Heights

Smart Start Academy Heights

462 Central Avenue, JERSEY CITY, NJ

Starting at $1600/mo

We provide exceptional early childhood education for children 6 weeks to 6 years old. Our campus's are state of the art and are perfectly located near all public transportation into NYC. At S.S.A we are an all inclusive preschool that offers extended hours from 7am-7pm Monday through Friday and...

The Orchard School

The Orchard School

360 Passaic Ave, Caldwell, NJ

We are licensed for infants to 13 years. We are very busy year-round offering: Preschool/childcare, school-aged before and after school care with homework help groups, social skills music, and art. Our children are advanced in their skills because of the individualized attention that we provide at...

S.S.A Express

S.S.A Express

102 Brunswick St, JERSEY CITY, NJ

Starting at $1700/mo

We provide exceptional early childhood education for children 6 weeks to 6 years old. Our campus's are state of the art and are perfectly located near all public transportation into NYC. At S.S.A we are an all inclusive preschool that offers extended hours from 8am-5pm Monday through Friday and...

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...

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