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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Madison, NJ

YMCA- West Essex

5.0

My son attends the YMCA since he was 8 weeks old, he is now 5 years old. I love Peanut Shell at the West Essex YMCA, they are great. I drop him off Monday thru Friday 7:30am to 5pm. They have always been friendly to my son, they make him feel comfortable and safe. They have a private Facebook...

- Gisel N.

YMCA- South Mountain

5.0

Our family's relationship with the South Mountain YMCA started in 2011, when our oldest daughter was 1 and started to attend day care in a "Waddler" classroom. In the time since, we've had three more children, so it's been an 11-year stretch where we have always had at least one child at the Y...

- Jessica M.

Little Promises Academy

5.0

As a parent, I feel the need to address the review left in July 2019. I can honestly say that they are wrong here. I'm not sure if the parent was there for a short period of time, but they do not go into the 'video room', they kids go into the library, SOMETIMES the kids even get to watch a movie,...

- A P

Village of Miracles

5.0

She is always punctual and flexible and I see that she knows how to navigate the rooms depending upon the age group. She is very friendly and creative!

- Artresia W.

Imagine Nation Learning Center

5.0

Great luv the school. need more people who do this for a passion.

- Alisha H.

Drop-in daycares in Madison, NJ

KinderCare Chatham

KinderCare Chatham

45 Main St, CHATHAM, NJ

We prepare your child for a lifetime of learning! When your child joins us for their early education, you can feel confident that we’re going to make their experience as rich and rewarding as possible. Annual assessments are one way we make sure we’re helping your child meet their academic and...

The Orchard School

The Orchard School

360 Passaic Avenue, Caldwell, NJ

We are an Early Childhood Education Center dedicated to creating responsible citizens who are equipped to succeed in the Twenty First Century. We aim to create an environment that nurtures an honest, respectful, responsible, and creative child who is capable of problem solving through investigation...

KinderCare Whippany

KinderCare Whippany

45 Whippany Rd, WHIPPANY, NJ

We prepare your child for a lifetime of learning! When your child joins us for their early education, you can feel confident that we’re going to make their experience as rich and rewarding as possible. Annual assessments are one way we make sure we’re helping your child meet their academic and...

Ellen H

Ellen H

22 Lenape Trail, Denville, NJ

I ran a daycare out of my home for 28 years I am now doing before and after care Also I drive anyone to and from work, or for errands, dr appointments, etc

Lil Bit Of Home

Lil Bit Of Home

11 Aldine Rd, Parsippany, NJ

Space Open for Ages 6 Wks. - 12 Yrs. Affordable daycare rates. 7 years of profound experience. Hours of operation M-F, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Hot meals and Snacks provided. Loving home environment with personal care. After school/part-time facility available. Early school closing, Date night or...

The Family And Community Engagement Corp is a 501(c)(3) Tax Exempt youth organization seeking partnerships, sponsorships and direct financial assistance from public and private donors. Our goal is one of a substantial impact on student achievement, health, family involvement and socio-economic...

Loretta's Child Care

Loretta's Child Care

21 Pine Tree Lane, Morris Plains, NJ

I have several years' experience of child care (raising my two boys, ages 16 and 12), babysitting at the YMCA, babysitting out of my house, and working at a nursery school for the last 6 years as a co-teacher, a computer teacher and a music teacher. I love kids and feel I have a really good sense...

Hadoop Express

Hadoop Express

200 Lanidex Plaza, Parsippany, NJ

Robotics classes and summer camp for Kids age 5 to 16. Kids have fun and learn robotics, coding and software development. We use Lego Wedo, Lego Mindstorms and Raspberry Pi to make it a visually appealing, practical and fun learning experience for school kids of all ages. The term used for...

Karla's Little School

Karla's Little School

10 Dogwood Rd, West Orange, NJ

Five Reasons to register your child under our care: * Children will have multiple activities to choose from * Flexible hours to meet your schedule * The cleanest learning environment for your child * Your child will be doing a lot of learning while exploring early development...

5.0

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5.0
"My son attends the YMCA since he was 8 weeks old, he is now 5 years old. I love Peanut Shell at the West Essex YMCA, they are great. I drop him off Monday thru Friday 7:30am to 5pm. They have always been friendly to my son, they make him feel comfortable and...

Gisel N.


YMCA- South Mountain

13 Jefferson Ave, MAPLEWOOD, NJ

5.0

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5.0
"After moving to Maplewood from NYC, over the last 6.5 years my family has sent two children to the YMCA and we have loved every minute of it. We have found the caregivers and staff at the Y to be so incredibly caring, thoughtful and most importantly warm and loving...

Mary A.


Little Promises Academy

319 Quaker Church Road, Randolph, NJ

3.0

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5.0
"I'm not really sure where to start. We found LPA after searching for months. As educators, my husband and I knew our must- haves and red flags to watch out for. Our son has been at LPA for two years, and we can't imagine him anywhere else. It's a clean, friendly...

Elizabeth P.


Village of Miracles

1304 S avenue suite #2, PLAINFIELD, NJ

5.0

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5.0
"Atiyah is very creative and always finds new ways to engage the children. She teaches our children morals and values. Atiyah is very spiritual and I love that my child is educated and aware. "

Anadia F.


Imagine Nation Learning Center

410 Clermont Terrace, Union, NJ

5.0

(1)

Imagine Nation Learning Center is an Early Learning Center Located behind Kean University in Union NJ As such we urge you to visit our website where you may view interior photos.We have a licensed facility, certified teachers, web cams, indoor/ outdoor play,and full-time...
5.0
"Great luv the school. need more people who do this for a passion."

Alisha H.


Mendham Country Day School

204 Morristown Road, Basking Ridge, NJ

3.0

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5.0
"An amazing school! My children started as infants and are now in 3rd and 1st grade. The staff truly cares about each student. The small classes allow for individual attention for each student. I would recommend this school to anyone looking for a great learning...

Sandra P.


Small society Academy

20 Bay St, Stirling, NJ

3.0

(2)

Celebrating over 30 years, Small Society was established in 1974 and is family owned and operated. At the Small Society Academy, we have programs for children 4 weeks old to 5 years designed specifically by experts in the field of early childhood education from infant to Pre-K.At the Small Society...
5.0
"I have 3 children have graduated from Small Society Academy in the last 9 years. The staff is wonderful with the kids. They provide for them emotionally, physically and academically. I highly recommend this daycare."

Allison


Academy House Cdc Iii

109 New Street, PLAINFIELD, NJ

An early child care center that focuses on the education of the whole child, ages newborn to school

The Work Family Connection

The Work Family Connection

221 Lafayette, Chatham Township, NJ

CELEBRATING 23 YEARS OF HIGH-QUALITY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR KIDS! The Work-Family Connection has unparalleled reputation and experience in quality enrichment programs for kids since 1989. This Not-For-Profit currently operates dozens of Summer Camps and After School Programs on-site in New...

ZONE FOUR

942 Sanford Ave., IRVINGTON, NJ


Kids & Co.

Kids & Co.

Po Box 609, Mount Freedom, NJ

Kids & Co is a licensed and insured Child Care agency in the northern new jersey area. We are hiring dependable, reliable, kid-friendly and fun sitter/nannys. Make your own schedule, work when you want. I have full time, part time, temporary and Permanent positions available now! Please call or...

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