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Recent family child care reviews in South Plainfield, NJ

Joan's Child Care Services

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 very nice backyard play area. My...

- Na

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

Songbirds Daycare

4.0

I was so grateful for Songbirds Daycare! They were exactly what we needed and hoped for when looking for someone to watch our son. I felt at ease knowing that he would be safe and well looked after there. Thank you for all you do!

- Abraham K.

Joyful Days LLC

5.0

We are so blessed to have found Joyful Days. The love and care my newborn baby(now toddler) receives from Sheretta and Ms. Maxine is beyond my expectations. My son enjoys being here everyday where he has learned so much already and gets to interact with other children. Clean, fun, and loving...

- Georgette N.

John Kenney Child Care Center At Heller Park

5.0

My son attended John Kenney for more than 3 years until he started 1st grade, we loved the daycare, the teachers and the assistants. The staff is very friendly and welcoming, the program is great and they constantly have different activities for the whole family to attend. Their summer program is...

- Diana M.

Family child care in South Plainfield, NJ

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
"I will start off by saying that I have been truly blessed by having my daughter, Knightly, experience the warmest and most caring day care experience at Joan's day care. We are always greeted with a friendly smile and open arms. Joan is surely an amazing child...

Eileen C.


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


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...
4.0
"I was so grateful for Songbirds Daycare! They were exactly what we needed and hoped for when looking for someone to watch our son. I felt at ease knowing that he would be safe and well looked after there. Thank you for all you do!"

Abraham K.


Joyful Days LLC

Joyful Days LLC

78 Wolff Ave, Edison, NJ

5.0

(6)

At Joyful Day LLC, we believe parents are the most important people in a child's life, however, we are committed to providing high quality child care in a family like atmosphere, while supporting you as a family. Because we know families are unique, we offer per diem rates as well as temporary...
5.0
"Where to begin! Ms. Sharetta and Ms. Maxine are AMAZING and literally GOD sent. (No seriously I prayed to god to please help me find someone I can feel comfortable to leave my LO with. ) My daughter has been under the care of Ms. S and her mother for about 7...

Vanessa S.


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
"My son attended John Kenney for more than 3 years until he started 1st grade, we loved the daycare, the teachers and the assistants. The staff is very friendly and welcoming, the program is great and they constantly have different activities for the whole family to...

Diana M.


Little Meadow

Little Meadow

600 N WOOD AVE, LINDEN, NJ

Starting at $1050/mo

5.0

(4)

Little Meadow adheres to a holistic approach of early childhood education. When we expose children to different environments and various learning experiences, we allow them to explore their self-awareness and gain a sense of the world around them. Once they leave our Child Day Care, they’re fully...
5.0
"My son attends Little Meadow - they're great! He learns something new every day and they always keep us informed throughout the day. No complaints. They are just great!"

Jamie G.


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


Dream Daycare Inc

Dream Daycare Inc

1107 W HENRY STREET, Linden, NJ

5.0

(2)

We are a home based family Daycare. We have been involved with children for the past 8 years. We can assure you that your child will be in good care and will enjoy being in our home environment. You are very welcome to visit us anytime. We look forward to working with you.
5.0
"The best child care services in Irvington NJ. She is an excellent provider."

Carline L


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
"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.


Noah's Ark

Noah's Ark

618 Central Ave, Westfield, NJ

4.7

(3)

PHILOSOPHY Here at Noah's Ark children ages Infant-Kindergarten are cared for by our nurturing and experienced teachers who have a true gift with children. We create a partnership with our parents to assure both you and your child's needs are met. Our Philosophy is based on three principal goals....
5.0
"I love my daycare family. It truly feels like home away from home. The staff is so careful and responsible and I feel that my daughter is so happy. Everyone will go above and beyond to help your family in any way that they can."

Roberta B.


Early Start Day Care Center

Early Start Day Care Center

2402 Hamlette Place, Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0

(7)

I have BA degree in Education with graduate level courses and 20 years of experience working with and taking care of children as a Pre-K Teacher, Elementary School Teacher, Day Care Supervisor and 5 years running my own business. I'm certified in: First Aid, Infant/Child/Adult CPR, Emergency and...
5.0
"Ana Soler I've had both my childten is daycare - my oldest for 2 yrs and now my youngest for 3 yrs. Due to the small number of children, they all receive highly personalized attention. At age 4 my youngest was reading the same books his brother was reading last...

Ana S


Curious Minds

Curious Minds

258 King George Road, Warren, NJ

5.0

(3)

We are an independent, nonsectarian preschool focusing on creative arts and sciences for children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age. We are open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. At Curious Minds, we strive to provide a clean, safe, nurturing and educational environment for young...
5.0
"My 31/2 yr old child has been attending this school for 3 months now and she really likes it. It is really preparing her for Kindergarten. She is so into learning :)"

Ana B


Kiddie Academy of Colonia

Kiddie Academy of Colonia

302 West Inman Avenue, COLONIA, NJ

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...

Heather's Child Care Service

Heather's Child Care Service

2401 N Oaks Blvd, North Brunswick, NJ

Licensed family childcare provider offering a safe learning environment with for children infant to pre-k.

Tiny Caterpillars Child Care

Tiny Caterpillars Child Care

105 Riva Avenue, Milltown, NJ

Hello! Tiny Caterpillars is a home based family care center for children of all ages. We are a home schooling Christian family with a focus on mindfull living, project-based learning, and a holistic approach to daily life.

Tiny Steps Childcare

Tiny Steps Childcare

47 Runyons Lane, Edison, NJ

We are an at home childcare facility filled with care and opportunities. Our goal is to provide a professional and caring environment for every child we are responsible for. We care for children age 0 - 24 months. All children will follow a schedule on a daily basis to initiate the transition from...

Rosies Friends

Rosies Friends

71 Rose St, Edison, NJ

***MINI PRESCHOOL PROGRAM*** A two-hour program designed to provide a quality preschool experience for children ages 2 years old to 5 years old. ***FULL DAY PROGRQM**** A full day program for ages 2 yrs old to 5 yrs old. ***CURRICICULUM*** * Developmentally Appropriate * Academically...

Refine Montessori Academy

Refine Montessori Academy

165 Amherst Ave, Colonia, NJ

Refine Montessori Academy is Licensed Family Child Care. Learning around the individual interests of the child. Early development is fundamental to the growth of your child. RMA has Full Time/ Part-Time programs. RMA OPEN: Monday to Friday- 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. The RMA mission is to create...

A+ At Childcare

A+ At Childcare

800 Magnolia Rd, North Brunswick, NJ

I am a mom of 23 years and now also a Mimi. I also was a previous School Bus Driver for developmentally delayed children. I also have previous experience caring for all ages of children. We have only a small enrollment to personalize each child's experience and also have a no sick policy. I provide...

Language And Enrichment Center

Language And Enrichment Center

551 Park Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ

The Language and Enrichment Center is one of New Jersey s premier destinations for early childhood education and enrichment classes. Our focus is holistic child development through programs that address different aspects of a child s growing mind and body. We also believe that childhood is the ideal...

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