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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Rutherford, NJ

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.

Nicole's Little Angels LLC

5.0

Nicole is amazing, her personality is wonderful. She has a love for children, and she is very gifted in that area. Highly recommend!

- Genevive J.

Nell's Nursery & Preschool

5.0

We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Nell’s Nursery! The facility it beautiful with a large space for outdoor play. More importantly, the staff is wonderful! It is such a loving and caring environment. It’s not easy to trust others with our babies, but the staff is amazing! The pictures...

- Care member

Smart Start Academy-Jersey

5.0

They're awesome, my son has been there for 4 years and my daughter will be attending soon too. The staff is incredible and they have a lot of different activities for the children. The place is always clean and my son has really blossomed being there. The teachers are always welcoming and...

- Mary C.

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
"I sent my son here and he LOVED it. There was so much to do and the facility is great considering the cheap prices. Would recommend for sure."

John


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 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...

Melissa C.


Nicole's Little Angels LLC

Nicole's Little Angels LLC

9 Birch Ave, CALDWELL, NJ

Starting at $1800/mo

5.0

(4)

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...
5.0
"Nicole is amazing, her personality is wonderful. She has a love for children, and she is very gifted in that area. Highly recommend! "

Genevive J.


Nell's Nursery & Preschool

Nell's Nursery & Preschool

83 KEASLER AVE, LODI, NJ

5.0

(7)

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...
5.0
"We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Nell’s Nursery! The facility it beautiful with a large space for outdoor play. More importantly, the staff is wonderful! It is such a loving and caring environment. It’s not easy to trust others with our babies, but the...

Care member


Smart Start Academy-Jersey

Smart Start Academy-Jersey

532 Jersey Avenue, JERSEY CITY, NJ

Starting at $2000/mo

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"They're awesome, my son has been there for 4 years and my daughter will be attending soon too. The staff is incredible and they have a lot of different activities for the children. The place is always clean and my son has really blossomed being there. The teachers...

Mary C.


Lovin' Arms Family Daycare, Inc.

Lovin' Arms Family Daycare, Inc.

35 North 4th Street, Paterson, NJ

5.0

(6)

We are a 5days a week full-time day care with over fifteen years experience providing top quality child care for your sons or daughters. We provide a positive and safe learning environment that offers a fun and stimulating place for your child to learn to grow socially and fundamentally....
5.0
"Lovin' Arms Daycare is an amazing daycare to bring your children to. The owner and her staff take great care of the children. I brought my daughter to this daycare 2 months after she was born and Mrs. Jones took care of her as if she was her own daughter. My...

Monique G


PARK PREP ACADEMY

PARK PREP ACADEMY

519 CENTRAL AVE, JERSEY CITY, NJ

5.0

(2)

Greetings from Park Prep Academy! We are a family-owned and operated preschool igniting curiosity and fostering a love of learning amongst our students utilizing the Bank Street's Developmental-Interaction approach. For nearly 18 years, Park Prep Academy has proven to be one of the premier...
5.0
"We have spent all three of our kids to Park Prep Academy and feel so lucky to have found such a lovely community of families AND the teachers who work there. Our kids feel happy there, I feel VERY well communicated with by the exceptional owner/operators...

Care member


Bright Start Early Learning Center

Bright Start Early Learning Center

28 Livingston Avenue, ROSELAND, NJ

Starting at $800/mo

5.0

(1)

This is a family run school school our mission is to provide the top education for your students and families. We offer hot lunch, soccer on Tuesday and dance on Thursdays that is included! We have special family nights like bingo, family picnic , pajama days. We also offer weekly and monthly news...
5.0
"Bright Start Early Learning center is amazing , the teachers are wonderful and truly care and love for the children , My daughter loves being here and has a really good connection with her teachers , she never wants to leave ! "

Care member


Precious Feet Christian Daycare and Academy

Precious Feet Christian Daycare and Academy

189 Stuyvesant Avenue, NEWARK, NJ

5.0

(2)

5.0
"The director is an excellent person and has a nice personality and is understanding when she takes care of your child. She understands like a mother and puts herself in your shoes. The place is very clean and they will provide an extra set of clothes or food if...

Oneila ..


Think Learn Create Academy

Think Learn Create Academy

36 A East Midland Ave, PARAMUS, NJ

Starting at $1400/mo

5.0

(7)

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...

Care member


Little Seedlings Daycare

Little Seedlings Daycare

180 Pinehurst Ave, New York, NY

5.0

(2)

Please visit our web-site for more information www.littleseedlingsdaycare.com
5.0
"My daughter went there since she was 5 month old until she became 2. The staffs were very warm and caring. They have weekly movement class and music class with instructors. They teach colors, numbers, Spanish words and songs."

Misa


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.


The Orchard School

The Orchard School

360 Passaic Ave, Caldwell, NJ

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"Orchard school gives one of the best experiences for preschoolers!"

Morgan L


HLC Kids Academy

HLC Kids Academy

5001 Park Ave, West New York, NJ

5.0

(26)

A state of the art, fully renovated facility offering daycare for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
5.0
"Our 1.5 daughter has been attending HLC since she was 7 months. She was on another daycare for 3 months and the warmth and love she has received since joining is non comparable. It is so comforting and reassuring when she starts the day with a smile when she...

Maria S


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


Palmeer Care

Palmeer Care

145 Nassau St, New York, NY

5.0

(1)

Palmeer care have been caring for children for over a decade and half. Our service are fondly called HOUSE TO HOME. We have thousands of experience taking care of newborns, Children and infants born prematurely. It brings us great joy to watch the children we care for prosper and grow. Our staffs...
5.0
"Sandra is offer house to home services, My kids has the best care"

Palmeer C.


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.


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.


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