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Recent drop-in child care reviews in West Orange, NJ

MakaRich Companies LLC

5.0

Theresa is the BEST! Prior to finding this gem of a daycare, my daughter Ashley was enrolled in a daycare where she was not happy, and those with little ones know if your child isn't happy then you aren't happy. Theresa is very knowledgeable of the different development stages and creates a...

- Nechola

Emergency Childcare

4.0

Very reliable, friendly atmosphere and reasonable rates.

- Venetta G.

Nicole's Little Angels LLC

5.0

The location is great! She is sweetheart. The place is immaculately neat and clean. Highly recommend.

- Brandy W.

Clifton Playhaus

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 place is beautiful, inviting and most...

- J.W

Little Papayas In Home Child Care

5.0

Mya is so much more than a caregiver! Mya is amazing at what she does. Mya is a dedicated and passionate provider who goes above and beyond for all children. We were sad to see her go! My son still talks about her!

- Paige B

Drop-in child care in West Orange, NJ

MakaRich Companies LLC

12 Wellington Avenue, West Orange, NJ

5.0

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5.0
"My son [now 18 months] has been with Theresa [the owner] since the summer of 2011 and he is so very happy. Theresa is great with the children, sends me pictures of what they are doing, sends home a day sheet listing what they ate, read, songs they sang, all sorts...

Philip A.


Emergency Childcare

19 Valley Way, West Orange, NJ

4.0

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4.0
"Very reliable, friendly atmosphere and reasonable rates."

Venetta G.


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
"The location is great! She is sweetheart. The place is immaculately neat and clean. Highly recommend. "

Brandy W.


Clifton Playhaus

Clifton Playhaus

66 Second St, Clifton, NJ

5.0

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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


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...

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

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...

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...

Little Papayas In Home Child Care

Little Papayas In Home Child Care

Raritan Rd, Roselle, NJ

Little Papayas is run by a dedicated caregiver, Mya, a certified childcare provider with CPR certification and over six years of experience caring for young children. I offer affordable, all-inclusive care for child aged 0-6 years old. For more information, visit our website littlepapayas.com or...
5.0
"Mya is so much more than a caregiver! Mya is amazing at what she does. Mya is a dedicated and passionate provider who goes above and beyond for all children. We were sad to see her go! My son still talks about her!"

Paige B


Adventure Awaits Childcare

Adventure Awaits Childcare

903 SOUTH BEVERWYCK RD, PARSIPPANY, NJ

Adventure Awaits Childcare is a place where every child’s curiosity is nurtured, their imagination is sparked, and their confidence soars. Designed to be more than just a daycare, we offer a dynamic, engaging, and safe environment where children embark on daily adventures in learning and...

Little Munchkin Learner's

Little Munchkin Learner's

100 AVALON, Roseland, NJ

HELLO PARENTS, LITTLE MUNCHKIN LEARNER'S Little Munchkin Learner's shapes the lives of our little ones and helps them grow and develop as individuals. Little Munchkin Learner's offers an experience flush with fun, friendship, learning, and adventure. Join us ! LITTLE MUNCHKIN FULL TIME...

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...

Bright Start Early Learning Center

Bright Start Early Learning Center

28 Livingston Avenue, ROSELAND, NJ

Starting at $800/mo

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


Bendue S. James

Bendue S. James

15 Doby Place, NEWARK, NJ

Starting at $1677/mo

Home Away From Home Child Care LLC is a trusted provider of high-quality child care services for children aged zero to five years old. Founded with a passion for supporting working parents and nurturing young minds, our company is dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment...

Brainiacs Child Care Center

Brainiacs Child Care Center

2147 SPRINGFIELD AVE, VAUXHALL, NJ

Starting at $1400/mo

Brainiac’s Childcare and Learning Center is an education facility specializing in quality early childhood education and experiences. We are a community of compassionate instructors and active parents working together to build a strong educational foundation for all children.

Precious Feet Christian Daycare and Academy

Precious Feet Christian Daycare and Academy

189 Stuyvesant Avenue, NEWARK, NJ


Jin-A Child Care Center

Jin-A Child Care Center

77 Jay Street, Clifton, NJ

Jin-A has served families in the multi-religious, multi-cultural, community of Clifton, NJ for over twenty-seven years. Programs offered include toddler, preschool, daycare, kindergarten, summer programs, and enrichment activities (i.e. music, art, soccer, yogarate, and dance classes). Jin-A is a...

Lightbridge Academy of West Caldwell

Lightbridge Academy of West Caldwell

1104 Bloomfield Ave, WEST CALDWELL, 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...

Mina's Kids Day Care Center

Mina's Kids Day Care Center

1757 Springfield Ave, Maplewood, NJ


The Kids Palace

The Kids Palace

44 South 21st Street, Kenilworth, NJ

We are a licensed New Jersey Day care center conveniently located in Kenilworth NJ, close to the NJ parkway, routes 21, 22 and 1&9. We provide care and early childhood development for children ages 2 to 13. Our Goal is to provide a fun and safe learning environment for your child, while...

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