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A Child's Experience Child Care

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

Little Explorers Early Learning Academy

5.0

Little Explorers has nailed the perfect balance of a great school curriculum mixed with the comfort and values that come with an in home facility. My kids wake up excited for school every day, and they are learning so much! Ms. Katie is phenomenal at keeping families aware of what is happening in...

- Erin P.

Circle Of Love Child Care

5.0

Circle of Love is so much more than a daycare. Everyday is fresh and exciting for my daughter and she's learned so much. Sylvia treats my child as one of her own, is as professional as they come and a joy to work with.

- Kyle D

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

Dominika's Care

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 couldn't be happier with the care...

- Ryan D.

Drop-in daycares in Cranford, NJ

Lynne H

198 Arbor Street, Cranford, NJ

I am state certified, approved for childcare, certified in CPR for adults and infants, and First Aid. I have completed the Community Coordinated Childcare Program for New Jersey. I am a loving mom who would love the opportunity to share the love with your children, to teach, nurture, love. Thank...

Michelle W

541 Lexington Ave, Cranford, NJ

I was an English Nanny for many years and now I have a family day care in a very loving home in Cranford. I love what I do and have lot of families from over the years that can tell you the same. I have a wonderful setting with lots to do indoor play and outdoor. I will take care of your little ones...

Lightbridge Academy of Cranford

560 South Avenue E, Cranford, NJ

From the first "hello" of the day, to the last "good-bye", we want every child to feel safe, nurtured and excited to learn and grow with us, and for you to consider us a true partner in the development and education of your child. You have trusted us to care and educate your children for many...

Lightbridge Academy of Cranford

560 South Avenue E, Cranford, NJ

From the first 'hello' of the day, to the last 'good-bye', we want every child to feel safe, nurtured and excited to learn and grow with us, and for you to consider us a true partner in the development and education of your child. You have trusted us to care and educate your children for many...

Hope Pediatrics Medical Day Care Center

61 Myrtle Street Suite 1, Cranford, NJ

We are more than just a daycare. Hope Pediatrics Medical Day Care Center offers skilled nursing to children ages newborn to 5 years who have special medical needs. Our nurses are bilingual. Ongoing assessments on each child are created and reviewed by our team with the family and the primary care...

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


Little Explorers Early Learning Academy

Little Explorers Early Learning Academy

346 E Mt Pleasant Ave, Livingston, NJ

4.0

(4)

Little Explorers Early Learning Academy, conveniently located on Mt. Pleasant Avenue at the border of West Orange and Livingston, NJ prides itself in providing high quality daycare and preschool experience for all enrolled children and families. We offer educational programs which meet or exceed...
5.0
"Ms. Katie was my son's first teacher. He loved how she always welcomed him to school with a caring smile and open arms. He was only a little over a year and was always excited to say his teacher's name, "Katie." Ms. Katie gave my son a wonderful first school...

Christine A.


Circle Of Love Child Care

Circle Of Love Child Care

641 Lincoln Avenue, Orange, NJ

4.7

(3)

Care Giver: Week Nights from 6pm to 11pm, Weekends as Needed and Date Nights! Contact Ms. Sylvia at 973 420 3897 for Intereview!
4.0
"Circle of Love provides a nurturing, fun, and educational stimulating environment for young children. This is the place to see your child excel in development of motor skills, mental enrichment, and positive social behavior."

J. D


Children's Den Family Daycare

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.


Dominika's Care

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
"We truly loved working with Dominika, she not only has the knowledge about children, but is warm, caring and very active with the kids. She has worked with us for about a year and half and we always knew we can trust and depend on her in any situation. Dominika...

Agnieszka O.


The Pudding Stone Home Daycare School

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
"I have sent both of my children to Puddingstone and have been very happy with the experience. They provide a nurturing, loving and enriching environmet. The teachers are affectionate and treat the children like family. My son happily runs to the teachers in the...

Laura L.


Imagine Nation

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.


6320 - Tutor Time of West Orange

6320 - Tutor Time of West Orange

481 Northfield Ave, WEST ORANGE, NJ

Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day...

Christine Gibson

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...

Ms Mary's Kid's Place

Ms Mary's Kid's Place

197 Tuxedo Pkwy, Newark, NJ

Cost is $200.00 for infants and 175.00, children 3 and up, 0 per week. My hours of business are 6 am to 6 pm. Anytime after 6 pm is $20 per hour. Open Monday - Friday. I will do aftercare until 6 pm. I am accepting infants and toddlers up to the age of 4 years old for full day care. I am CPR...

The Learning Nook Llc

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...

Nurturing Babies

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.

Nelfa's Family Daycare

Nelfa's Family Daycare

1304 Barbara Ave, Union, NJ

Hello, I am a child care provider with years in the field. My service is very unique because I use to work with a reduce number of kids to give a individual care. Is like you have a private nanny but the price is very competitive, my schedule is very flexible . I provide a caring and learning...

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...

Kera's Kiddie Kare

Kera's Kiddie Kare

231 N 12th Street, Newark, NJ

Hello my name is ms.smith and I'm a child care provider I been in the daycare field over 20 years.Its a blessing to run my own daycare center .Our daily routine and curriculum are creative art Language language mathematics physical health science social and emotional growth and we have our group...

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