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Recent family child care reviews in Fords, NJ

YELLOW BRICK ROAD

5.0

We have been at Yellow Brick Road Daycare since January 2021. We would give the facility 5 stars. My family moved to Highland Park during the Pandemic when childcare was going through a crisis. Yellowbrick is an institution of the town. It has been one of the longest open small businesses....

- Linda M.

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.

Rita's Family Day Care

5.0

Rita has raised both my kids from the time they were little babies. She is a wonderful loving woman who takes care of your child like it is her own. I am very grateful to have had Rita raise my children. She not only took care of them but also taught them age appropriate behavior. They both...

- Ana S.

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

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.

Family child care in Fords, NJ

Candyland, Inc.

Candyland, Inc.

698 King Georges Rd, FORDS, NJ

Candyland Child Development Center in Fords, NJ offers quality child care for your nursery through school-aged children. We encourage a supportive learning environment while catering to the intellectual needs of your child. We will motivate your child to learn more about building relationships...

Observing and monitoring children's play activities. Keeping records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meals served, and medications administered(If any). Reading to children, teaching them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts. Listening to songs...

YELLOW BRICK ROAD

YELLOW BRICK ROAD

15 S 3RD AVE, HIGHLAND PARK, NJ

5.0

(2)

We are proud to be serving the families in our communities for 40 years! Our established, nurturing staff will care for your child in a fun, loving and enriching environment. We offer flexible schedules for working families. YBR has a large, shaded playground and children's garden we enjoy year...
5.0
"Our children currently attend full-time daycare/nursery school at Yellow Brick Road, with our oldest starting there in October 2020. They are not only well-cared for at YBR, but have learned so much through school activities, including the weekly themes like...

Jenni S.


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.


Rita's Family Day Care

Rita's Family Day Care

3 Dogwood Court, East Brunswick, NJ

5.0

(2)

My family day care is a warm, happy and loving environment. I have been providing day care for children in my home since 1990, so I have a strong understanding of what children and parents need. I am also a mother of 2 daughters, ages 29 and 32, and a grandmother of 2 beautiful grandchildren. For...
5.0
"Rita has raised both my kids from the time they were little babies. She is a wonderful loving woman who takes care of your child like it is her own. I am very grateful to have had Rita raise my children. She not only took care of them but also taught them age...

Ana S.


Bonnie's Day Care

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


Home Away From Home

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.


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


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
"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


Little Treasures Learning Center

Little Treasures Learning Center

2177 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ

5.0

(2)

Little Treasures Learning Center is a high-quality childcare facility that provides a safe and fun, year round learning environment, excellent care and full educational programs from infants to the young children between the ages of 6 weeks and 6 years. We also offer a great Summer Camp program for...
5.0
"Hi this is richard I just wanted to know if you are coming or we have to go there?"

Richard F.


Little Butterflies Day Care, Llc

Little Butterflies Day Care, Llc

67 Pennington Rd, New Brunswick, NJ

5.0

(1)

Dear Parents and Children, Thank you for your interest in my profile. My name is Jennyfer (English- Spanish). I am a 33-year-old Hispanic woman who has been a child care provider for the last 5 years. I have also studied in child care related fields. I'm current in Kaplan University Study Human...
5.0
"My child is 4 years old, and is currently enrolled at Little Butterflies Day Care, LLC. He was mainly taken care of by my mother, so at first I was uneasy about him starting daycare and being in a new environment. It's never easy imagining someone who isn't family...

Raquel R


Here We Grow Childcare

Here We Grow Childcare

1088 Rossville Avenue, Staten Island, NY

5.0

(4)

Childcare center in brand new facility. Our enlightened facility is appropriate for toddlers, preschoolers, and school age children. Quality care from certified and experienced caregivers. Leaving your child with others can be a difficult decision. Leave your child with peace of mind knowing they...
5.0
"Our son just loves Here We Grow! Gloria and Bianca are absolutely wonderful, kind, and caring. We feel so comfortable sending our son there, and plan on sending our daughter in the future. They have helped our four year old learn to write his name along with other...

Jillian &


Welcome to John Kenney, where we offer subsidized quality child care for Heller Park employees, Edison Residents, & Edison Township employees! The John Kenney Child Care Center is the fulfillment of a promise made by developer Isaac Heller to the people of Edison. In 1987, Mr. Heller, Chairman...
5.0
"The best place you could possibly select for your child. My child been attending JKCCC since 2013 and I could not believe how cozy, professional, warm this place is. The program is amazing. Without loud words and much of advertising this place is simply the best...

Anastasia


Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

Little Earth Shepherds Preschool

367 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, NJ

4.0

(4)

The goal of The Little Earth Shepherds Preschool is to nurture each child in a loving and caring atmosphere while helping each of them to grow and develop age-appropriate physical, intellectual and social skills. Our school participates in the "Grow NJ Kids Program." This program is an NJ State...
5.0
"Both of our children made some of their best memories here at L.E.S. The teachers are wonderful and the director is very helpful, kind and flexible. I was so happy that they were open again for the summer program!"

Katalin T.


Superhero Schoolhouse

Superhero Schoolhouse

281 Johnsons Lane, Parlin, NJ

4.5

(6)

About Our Program - Daycare / Preschool / Aftercare & Drop-in Services Superhero Schoolhouse provides children the opportunity to build confidence and express their individuality through artistically enriching, intellectually stimulating and physically challenging activities. Our unique learning...
5.0
"My oldest has been with this school since 1, then followed my other 2 daughters! They love heading to school everyday, every morning we are always greeted by the director, charmaine is such an amazing women inside and out! Most importantly my children are treated...

Shannon R.


Songbirds Daycare

Songbirds Daycare

22 Meadowlark Lane, East Brunswick, NJ

4.5

(2)

Professionally built daycare for children of all ages. Spacious, safe place for children to play, learn, and receive quality care in a home environment like they are used to. Located in East Brunswick, the children can move inside or outside in a fenced backyard during the warm months. Prices are...
5.0
"Songbirds Daycare has provided excellent care for my daughter. The owner always goes above and beyond to make sure my daughter is comfortable and fed. One of my major concerns about having my daughter in a franchise center was the possibility that she would get...

Katelyn L.


Kiddie Academy of Colonia

Kiddie Academy of Colonia

302 West Inman Avenue, COLONIA, NJ

Kiddie Academy of Colonia is an educational daycare offering age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard-based curriculum encourages children to progress in school and in life. We pride ourselves in providing a daycare that focuses on developing positive character traits for kids while...

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.

Kiddie Academy of Staten Island

Kiddie Academy of Staten Island

1110 South Avenue, STATEN ISLAND, NY

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...

The Goddard School of Piscataway

The Goddard School of Piscataway

376 South Randolphville Road, PISCATAWAY, NJ

More than just daycare, The Goddard School in Piscataway offers a child care program that nurtures a lifelong love of learning by providing dedicated teachers in a private preschool setting. Each day, caring and attentive teachers provide your child with countless opportunities to grow...

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