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My Imagination

5.0

My daughter has been with Ms. Katie since I returned to work after maternity leave. She just turned 2 and I can't express enough how much Ms. Katie has impacted and positively influenced my entire family's life. My daughter has been cared for and nurtured in a safe, structured and fun environment....

- Jennifer M.

Children's Den Family Daycare

5.0

The house is big with plenty of room for the kids to play and also clean and well maintained. It's a safe and fun place to be. Plus the rate is really not that high. I loved it!

- Melissa W

Bonnie's Day Care

5.0

Attentive caregiver, who treats your child as her own. Clean home. My child started at 6 weeks and went to pre-school at age 4, fully prepared, knowing numbers, colors, and the alphabet. Couldn't have mad a better decision

- Donna

Imagine Nation

5.0

Best ! Kind and friendly Teachers really care about the kids Staff has been there for years

- Alisha C.

Home Away From Home

5.0

Eileen watched two of our children in our home a couple years ago. The youngest was 2 and the oldest was 5. She'd watch the 2 year old all day and get the older one ready for the bus late morning bus that would take her to afternoon kindergarten. My girls absolutely *loved* Miss Eileen. She played...

- Caroline W.

Drop-in daycares in Colonia, NJ

My Imagination

44 Cleveland Ave., Colonia, NJ

5.0

(1)

I am a professional pre-k teacher with 20 years experience. I have opened My Imagination in-home day care because a small group setting provides more one on one time. Doesn't your child deserve that? I am accepting ages 6 months to 5 years. A monthly age appropriate curriculum will be followed in a...
5.0
"My daughter has been with Ms. Katie since I returned to work after maternity leave. She just turned 2 and I can't express enough how much Ms. Katie has impacted and positively influenced my entire family's life. My daughter has been cared for and nurtured in a...

Jennifer M.


Candyland Child Learning Center

776 INMAN AVE, COLONIA, NJ

Candyland Academy in Edison, New Jersey, is an innovative children's learning center that provides for children ages 15 months through 13 years, and encourages a happy and supportive learning environment. At our center, children will be encouraged to learn about friendship, sharing, following...

Children's Den Family Daycare

609 West 8th Street, Plainfield, NJ

5.0

(2)

Children's Den Day Care is a full time family childcare provider in Plainfield. We have been caring for children for over 15 years. We are dedicated to provide quality childcare in a fun, safe, clean and home-based environment. We offer: Full time program for children of all ages Weekly family...
5.0
"She's very nice and care a lot about children. The place really looks fun and clean. My kid love it!"

Elisabeth F.


Bonnie's Day Care

13 Willow Ave, Piscataway, NJ

5.0

(2)

My name is Bonnie Conrad. I have been involved in childcare since 1985 when my second child was born. My daycare is located in my home, in a childcare setting area of my home. I have watched over 100+ children, ranging from the ages of 3 months to 4 years. I love doing what I do and enjoy being...
5.0
"Both my children went to Bonnie's Day Care. Even now my daughter 25 and my son 19 still go back to visit. They had a great experience and were extremely well taken care of from infant to preschool. I highly recommend this facility."

Mary


Imagine Nation

410 Clermont, Union, NJ

5.0

(1)

Open year round from 6:00 am until 6:30 PM Proven curriculum Tenured staff 22 years of service from this location
5.0
"Best ! Kind and friendly Teachers really care about the kids Staff has been there for years"

Alisha C.


Home Away From Home

51 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ

5.0

(9)

I offer a Home Away From Home for your child. I am a mom of four myself (ages 15 - 21) and all children I care for become part of our family, even long after I stop caring for them on a regular basis. I have over 30 years experience caring for children other then my own, the last 6 years of which...
5.0
"I cannot speak highly enough about our experience with Eileen. She is warm, down to earth and caring. She is fun and sweet and really cares for the well-being of the children. Extremely efficient, resourceful and well organized, Eileen always went above and beyond...

Patricia G.


Dominika's Care

317 West Lane, Clark, NJ

5.0

(3)

Hello! I have a Master's degree in Education Counseling and many years of experience working with children. I try to keep my family childcare small as I focus on different activities during the day and want to be able to offer high quality care for your little one. We often have trips to the local...
5.0
"Dominika does an extraordinary job taking care of our daughter. From the first time we met her, we immediately felt comfortable with her approach to child care. We started taking our daughter to Dominika when she was 8 months old, and now at a year and half, we...

Ryan D.


The Pudding Stone Home Daycare School

11 Morris Court, Summit, NJ

5.0

(8)

I am a Summit resident with a degree in Psychology & Child Development. I offer a small program devoted to the development, socialization and education of infants & toddlers. The Puddingstone is open Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and offers a warm environment with many hugs &...
5.0
"We love Pudding Stone! Kate and her assistants are everything I wanted in care providers for my son. Kate runs the daycare out of her home. She is licensed and very knowledgeable about child development. She is organized and communicates well. Kate provides...

Aimee N.


A Child's Experience Child Care

258 W. Webster Ave., Roselle Park, NJ

5.0

(1)

Our Services are superior to our competitors because our entire team from the owner to every single employee believes in our mission and goal of being warm and loving. With a mature, healthy, positive attitude about life, love, and interpersonal relations. We wholeheartedly believe children notice...
5.0
"I always said if I ever had a baby the first person I'm calling is Shatarra. Uncommon heart for children. She is truly a gift."

Ken H


Nurturing Babies

1828 Watchung Ave, Plainfield, NJ

Child care for infants up to 5 years of age. I have worked with children for over 20 plus years and have worked and owned a daycare of my own.

The Learning Nook Llc

207 Wall St., Metuchen, NJ

Quality in home daycare at a reasonable price in a loving home environment. Accepting children from 3 months to 4 years old. I have 15 years experience as a nanny with children from birth-14. I have experience with multiples, twins, and special needs. I decided to open this small daycare in my home...

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


Christine Gibson

41 Nadal Pl, Staten Island, NY

My name is Christine Gibson, I have been doing child daycare for the past 15 years. I have my certification in infant, toddler and adult CPR and first aid. I am also. Certified License Nurse Technician for the past 25 years. I am very flexible with my hours and days so please feel free to call me...

M.O.C.A, (Making Opportunities for Children to Achieve) is a non-profit academic and social enrichment organization for children ages 5 to 13 years. Our mission is providing educational resources that inspire children to learn! We offer three different programs all year! 1. Academic Tutorial...

Tina;s

97 Green Valley Rd, Staten Island, NY


All About Children Private In My Home

284 Grove Ave, Woodbridge, NJ

Childcare in my home (Woodbridge). SIBLING DISCOUNT! (Scroll down for info about tutoring) Please contact my CELL number at 732-277-8413 for more information I watch children in my home NEWBORN & UP. I'm also fully vaccinated. I'm an experienced stay at...

Lil Star'z Family Child Care

1079 Thomas St, Hillside, NJ

Lil Star'z Family Child Care Not even the sky is our limit... Registered by the State of NJ. With over 16 years of experience. Safe & Secure Home Atmosphere. Lots of Fun Learning and Play!!! Ages: 2 - 10 years old 7am - 6pm Affordable Rates!!!! Ask About our: Summer Camp Before...

Discover Happy Day Play, your leading choice for mommy and me style classes, proudly partnered with the JCC of Staten Island to bring the highest-quality childhood development programming of excellence to the community. Created by a Family Life Educator and with roots in the acclaimed "What To...

QuickCare, LLC

225G Signs RD, Staten Island, NY

Providing quality and convenient sitter service for parents in need of childcare before or after daycare hours, run errands/attend appts without children, enjoy an evening out, working late or just need a break.

Melissa H.

30 Mohawk Ave, Middlesex, NJ

I have run an at-home daycare within my own home, for the past five years. I have a Masters degree in Education, and use this to provide not only a caring, safe environment, but also an educational one! I love to be outdoors, read, do arts & crafts and help with homework. Prior to offering childcare...

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