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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in South Orange, NJ

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.

The Pudding Stone Home Daycare School

5.0

We made the best decision in choosing Pudding Stone Day care for our little girl. She has been attending since September 2016 and it has by far exceeded all of our expectations. Choosing a day care in the first place was painstakingly difficult for us. We were adamant about avoiding a larger day...

- Nazmin T.

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.

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

Imagine Nation

5.0

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

- Alisha C.

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

(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

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.


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


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


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.


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...

Abc Family Day Care Provider

Abc Family Day Care Provider

723 Forest St, Kearny, NJ

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...

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...

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...

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...

Play To Learn Bayonne

Play To Learn Bayonne

786 Avenue C, Bayonne, NJ

Children enjoy social interaction and learning in a comfortable home environment with a maximum of 6 children. I help children learn through interactive play and some structured activities. I provide opportunities for imaginative play, games with turn-taking, story telling, arts and crafts,...

Jeanette's Group Family Daycare

Jeanette's Group Family Daycare

63 Christopher St, Staten Island, NY

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

Lil Star'z Family Child Care

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...

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...

Little Schoolhouse Academy, LLC

Little Schoolhouse Academy, LLC

917 McBride Ave, Woodland Park, NJ

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.

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...

Me'shae Child Care

Me'shae Child Care

64 Norwood Street, Newark, NJ

Approved Programs for Parents. I offer in home child care services teaching for infants and toddlers. My curriculum uses a carefully designed process of learning through discovery, called active participatory learning. During active learning, infants and toddlers are encourage to discover the world...

Tiny Tots Clubhouse

Tiny Tots Clubhouse

84 Thomas St 3rd Fl, Newark, NJ

I have been teaching for 10 years and finally I decided to open my own childcare business. I take pride and passion in what I do. Teaching children has been my dream since I was a toddler myself. My vision is to help my community . So many day cares cost just as much as a car note or a mortgage & I...

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