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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in South Orange, NJ

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

Abc Family Day Care Provider

5.0

Mery is a blessing, The moment I got to speak to her in person & gave me the walk through on how she runs her care I knew my daughter was going be well taken care of, im grateful we found Care like ABC family day care

- Care member

Carol's Home Daycare

5.0

Carol was an absolute godsend for our son. He has always been a bit shy and sensitive and Carol gave him exactly what he needed to feel comfortable. She nurtured when he felt apprehensive, she was firm when he needed redirection, and she praised when he had good behavior. I always felt comfortable...

- Mallory G.

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.

Nelfa's Family Daycare

5.0

Love love love this daycare!! She is the best!loving mama@gmail.com

- Loving M

Drop-in daycares in South Orange, NJ

The Nursery at OLS

162 Academy Street, South Orange, NJ

We are an infant toddler child care for children 6 weeks through 3 years old. We are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday year round. We have webcams for parents to view their child at the center either live or through an archive feature. Free commuter parking is available for enrolled...

J A J O Learning Center

410 Irvington Ave, South Orange, NJ

J A J O Learning Center is a child care center located on 942 Sanford Avenue, Irvington. Their center can accommodate up to 45 children and has programs for children aged 2 1/2 to 13 years. They offer miscellaneous services such as after-school care among others.

5.0

(1)

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


Abc Family Day Care Provider

Abc Family Day Care Provider

723 Forest St, Kearny, NJ

5.0

(12)

In Home Nanny Services, Family Day Care Provider, and Certified Foster/Adoptive. Urban League accepted Safe private home with fenced backyard and private room for children to nap and play. Also assist in potty training. Bilingual Spanish. Home cooked meals can be brought in, or home cooked meals...
5.0
"El primer año de vida que tiene mi bebé se lo a pasado con mery excelente cuidados le a dado ella a mi bebé muy limpio y oloroso siempre me lo entraga, se encarga de sus comidas muy saludables y sus cuidados mientras yo trabajo, excelente nany se lo recomiendo al...

Angelica E


Jeanette's Group Family Daycare

Jeanette's Group Family Daycare

63 Christopher St, Staten Island, NY

5.0

(1)

NYS License Group Family Daycare. Low rates, all vouchers accepted..lesson in English and Spanish...provided meals and snacks, transportation available and more..

Carol's Home Daycare

Carol's Home Daycare

103 Klinger Rd, East Hanover, NJ

5.0

(3)

With over 30 years experience, I am confident your child will thrive both socially and academically in a clean, safe and fun home daycare environment. Prior to opening my daycare 8 years ago, I was a Paraprofessional in a Preschool Special Education Classroom for many years, as well as an...
5.0
"Always felt very comfortable leaving our son with Carol. She is so great with the all the kids and keeps a very clean, safe and happy environment."

Adrian M


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
"I am very lucky to have found Dominika. She is patient,compasionate, trustworthy and a great resource. Dominika always has a great day planned, filled with stimulating activities. I can't say enough of great things about her, she is a natural!!"

Annette O.


Nelfa's Family Daycare

Nelfa's Family Daycare

1304 Barbara Ave, Union, NJ

4.0

(3)

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...
5.0
"Love love love this daycare!! She is the best!loving mama@gmail.com"

Loving M


Fun Time Child Care

Fun Time Child Care

91 Halsey St., Newark, NJ

5.0

(6)

-Qualified, Dependable, Nurturing Child care provider. -Spanish and English speaking provider(s) -Monday-Friday 7:30am-7pm (Date nights and weekends also.) -Over 15 years of experience with infants through preteens -On-site camera for parent to log in as often as they like between 9am-5pm -I am...
5.0
"Ms Perez cared for my children when they were younger. She is a very caring, loving, understanding and structured person. I love how she keeps the kids and there environment ever clean. She makes sure the kids eat healthy, she was able to get my kids to eat stuff...

Unique J


A. Family Daycare

A. Family Daycare

490 Morningstar Rd, Staten Island, NY

5.0

(1)

Our in home care focuses on the specific needs that allow children to explore, learn and make choices. Since children are motivated when exercising their imagination and creativity, we explore activities that allow each child to develop into unique creative thinkers. We encourage and practice newly...
5.0
"One of the best places for a kid to be a kid and learn."

Afua A.


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
"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.


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.


Little Schoolhouse Academy, LLC

Little Schoolhouse Academy, LLC

917 McBride Ave, Woodland Park, NJ

5.0

(2)

We are a family owned and operated preschool for children ages 2 1/2 - 5 years old. We have an age appropriate curriculum to prepare your child for kindergarten. Our staff includes NJ certified teachers.
5.0
"Amazing! Great staff! Great environment!"

Jen


A Child's Experience Child Care

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


Joan's Child Care Services

Joan's Child Care Services

634 Raymond St., Westfield, NJ

4.4

(7)

Our home has a brand new playroom with a beautiful view of the garden. Large windows help us be a part of the outside even on cold winter days. The new playroom is for younger children birth through 3 years old. We also have another playroom for older children ages 4 to 10. We have a reference...
5.0
"We visited a number of family style child cares and found Joan's Child Care is way the best. The environment is clean, neat, safe, warm, bright and spacious. Joan has more than 20 years experience of child care. She has so many books and toys for all ages, and a...

Na


Little Munchkin Learner's

Little Munchkin Learner's

100 AVALON, Roseland, NJ

5.0

(7)

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...
5.0
"Love this place. I know my son is safe, happy, and well taken care of."

Debbie S.


Care 4 Kids

Care 4 Kids

728 Avenue A, Bayonne, NJ

5.0

(2)

Friendly, Outgoing Stay at home Mom of 4 year old twins accepting applications for childcare in Midtown Bayonne Area, located near Bayonne High School and Walter F. Robinson Elementary. I am available for Full- time, after-school,evening and weekend care for 6 months to 10 years old. Aside from...
5.0
"Reliable, trust worthy, and reasonable. Her care is like home away from home! which is VERY hard to come by when you're a particular mom like me."

Ranisha M.


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...

Little Sprouts Family Daycare

Little Sprouts Family Daycare

186 Greenwood Avenue, Madison, NJ

GREAT OPTION FOR LIMITING EXPOSURES NJ STATE REGISTERED for 25 years. Specializing in infants through preschool. - CPR certified - NJ State EMT. (Volunteer) - Trained in body substance isolation (BSI) - Epi-pen administration training certification - Nebulizer treatment certification + inspected...

1.0

(1)

After school care program full of life and harmony that provides afternoon care for your child. We also offer child pick up for any schools in the town of Bayonne, NJ ONLY. If this service is needed, your child will be picked up directly from school and taken to our home day care to be fed, helped...

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