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Sunshine Clubhouse Childcare Center LLC
5.0
The care that is given to the children who attend Sunshine is exceptional. Angie, Nick and their staff are truly incredible. If I could rate beyond 5 stars I most definitely would.
- Care member
creative beginnings preschool
5.0
My Daughter loved this school, we were so sad when we moved. Luckily the owners have another center closer to where we moved. We were able to get the same experience and she loved all her new friends and teachers just as much. Anytime we dropped her off the staff was always friendly and the center...
- Care member
Together Learning Center/NVPS
5.0
What a great school! This playground is huge! My daughter has learned so much! the curriculum is fantastic! ASL, yoga, movement classes, STEM learning, Art, music, technology! I love it!
- Hilda C.
Bright Start Academy
5.0
Bright Start is such a wonderful school! They keep the children engaged and builds a strong foundation for future growth and learning. The curriculum is well rounded and so many other activities. Newly renovated Gym is my kid's favorite spot at the school.
- Ty
Englewood Childcare Center
5.0
This place is great . The staff is very friendly and the daycare is very clean everything is new and well care. The right place for me to leave my child , I feel very calm knowing my child is in a safe place.
- Luz C.
Preschools in Garfield, NJ
Building Blocks Academy of Garfield
160 Lanza Ave Suite 2, Garfield, NJ
We strongly believe that all children deserve the opportunity to be well-rounded in their development. We recognize the importance of each and every area of development. We understand that all children learn differently, and strive to incorporate differentiated teaching styles and techniques to...
Susanas Daycare
184 Lincoln Pl, Garfield, NJ
Susanas Daycare provides a cozy, friendly & loving environment for children. It is complimented with activities encouraging social and emotional development. Each child will flourish when they are accepted and loved to become independent and self-assured individuals.
Happy Smiles Daycare LLC
61 MacArthur Avenue, Garfield, NJ
Caring, patient, and attentive stay at home mom available to care for your child in my home. I have puzzles, workbooks, flash cards, and arts/crafts that I use to teach the children. I would not be just a babysitter that watches your child while they run around and watch television all day. Instead...
Bcc AP Head Start At Fairview NJ
535 Midland Ave, Garfield, NJ
Bcc AP Head Start At Fairview NJ provides early care and education programs to children of low-income families. Located in Garfield, NJ, the company’s services are open to preschool children who are zero to five years of age. Bcc AP Head Start At Fairview NJ’s main goals are to promote school...
Margaret P Muscarelle Child Development Center
1 Walnut St, Garfield, NJ
Margaret P Muscarelle Child Development Center is a day care facility on 1 Walnut St, Garfield, NJ that provides quality child care services for children up to 13 years of age. Their facility is licensed by the state of New Jersey with a maximum student capacity of 137.
5.0
(3)
Our school provides a healthy, safe environment for children to be while they are away from home. Here they will learn foundation skills to be ready for kindergarten. Each class provides a loving developmentally appropriate environment where children can develop their social, emotional and...
5.0
"My nephew is enrolled here and the staff is absolutely incredible! Particularly the owners Angie and her husband Nick. They are very professional and have established an excellent family owned business that I would highly recommend. "
Care member
5.0
(8)
Our school provides a healthy, safe environment for children to be while they are away from home. Here they will learn foundation skills to be ready for kindergarten. Each class provides a loving developmentally appropriate environment where children can develop their social, emotional and cognitive...
5.0
"Creative Beginnings Preschool is the best daycare in Verona ! The staff is very caring and patient. The owners are excellent with great communication during daily activity . My son loves this preschool! "
Care member
Together Learning Center/NVPS
219 Washington Avenue, Dumont, NJ
4.6
(24)
We've got heart & here is "where TOGETHER happens." Licensed for ages 2-13. Full Day, Before and After School Care. AM & PM Pre-School Program. New curriculum that is full and sensory rich with technology programs available. Open year round - 7am - 6pm. Conveniently located with NYC transportation...
5.0
"I looked at many different schools, and fell in LOVE with the playground at this school. It is so big, and new. It has so much to do. My son didn't want to leave!!! They offer STEM and cooking classes, ASL, and Yoga with an instructor! So happy we got into this...
Sue H.
Bright Start Academy
366 Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ
5.0
(3)
Bright Start Academy is a New Jersey State licensed Preschool located in 366 Clifton ave Clifton, NJ 07011. We accept 2 1/2 to 6 years old. School is open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.Our website is available to visit from www.brightstartacademy.org
We are an Early Child Care Center that has an...
5.0
"Bright Start is such a wonderful school! They keep the children engaged and builds a strong foundation for future growth and learning. The curriculum is well rounded and so many other activities. Newly renovated Gym is my kid's favorite spot at the school."
Ty
Englewood Childcare Center
10 Grand Avenue Lower Level, Englewood, NJ
5.0
(1)
New Preschool for children ages 2.5-6 school-age program pen M-F from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Extended hours available. After school program for children ages up to 13yo. License Daycare; certified teachers. CPR and First aid certified. Safe and clean environment. Daily educational activities. Free...
5.0
"This place is great . The staff is very friendly and the daycare is very clean everything is new and well care. The right place for me to leave my child , I feel very calm knowing my child is in a safe place."
Luz C.
5.0
(6)
Think Learn Create Academy is a childcare center founded by educators and mothers who have decades worth of experience in education. We strive to provide a world class education that will set the course for not only academic success but for social emotional growth as well. Our learning center is...
5.0
"I recently visited this brand new daycare that just opened, and I am impressed! It is a bright and welcoming place that makes you feel like your child is going to be in good hands.
The staff at the daycare are truly outstanding. They welcome the children with warm...
Care member
Educational Counseling Services
137145 North 3rd St, Paterson, NJ
5.0
(3)
*Child Care Age: 2 1/2 to 13
* Professional and Quality Staff
*Call today and start tomorrow
*Academic, Arts & Crafts,
* Immersion Spanish
* Child Care for Homeschoolers
*Before Care/After Care.
*Drop-In Service (school closures).
*Child Care Monday-Friday 7:30 am- 5:30 pm.extended hours
Saturday...
5.0
"July 7, 2018
I'm a single mom working full time job with different hours. I looked online one day and found ECS . My children have been attending classes since November 2017. Ms. Williams, and her staff, really make sure the students are their number one priority....
Alice W.
The Ivy School
278 Willow St, Teaneck, NJ
3.0
(4)
The Ivy School in Teaneck is a small boutique preschool that caters to children ages infant to 6 years old. The lead teacher is certified in special education as well as K-5. Ratios are well below State requirements, so that means individual attention for your little one. The Ivy School offers an...
5.0
"My son has been attending the school since November and the improvement in his speech and socialization has been profound and it is all thanks to this school! My favorite part are the daily updates with the videos and pictures. I also really appreciate the...
Alexandera M.
Bright Beginnings Daycare
738 West 173 Street Bs5, New York, NY
5.0
(3)
Give your child the best! Start here at Bright Beginnings Daycare. We are dedicated to providing the very best environment and learning opportunity for your child. We nurture the curiosity of each child so they will grow in knowledge and in the confidence of their capabilities.
- Licensed director...
5.0
"My son loves here so much! He is happy every day and learns a lot."
Rong
Lily Pond Country Day School
184 Rivervale Rd, River Vale, NJ
4.9
(10)
The Lily Pond Country Day School provides a high-quality education for children ranging in age from 3 months to 6 years. Lily Ponds teachers are credentialed with degrees in education and the averaged tenured teacher has been on board for over 9 years. Our philosophy is simple - happy children and...
5.0
"We had an AMAZING EXPERIENCE with Lily Pond and its owners and we cannot express more gratitude for everything that they have done for our two children. We LOVE LOVE LOVE Lily Pond!!!!! They are NOW PART OF OUR FAMILY"
ROXANA R
Mara Center for Early Childhood Learning at the Meadowlands YMCA.
390 Murray Hill Parkway, East Rutherford, NJ
5.0
(3)
The Mara Center for Early Childhood Learning is housed within the Meadowlands YMCA facility. We focus on nurturing the potential of every child with age-appropriate, center-based learning activities and a curriculum that develops social, emotional and creative skills to establish a lifelong love of...
5.0
"We send our 4- and 3-year old daughters to the Mara Center. We never have any question that they are receiving the absolute best care, attention, nurturing and education. We know our daughters are in the best possible hands in Bergen County being at the Mara...
James C.
Community Life Center Inc
15 Mount Morris Park W, New York, NY
5.0
(1)
The mission of Community Life Center Inc. is to create programs for the total development of the preschool child, based upon his or her needs, and those of their family and community.
Community Life Center Inc. Head Start is a free educational program located in the Harlem...
5.0
"i think yall center is pretty cool"
Alesha W.
Love Laugh Learn - Academic Child Care
601 Pompton Ave, Cedar Grove, NJ
5.0
(2)
Love Laugh Learn is a family-owned and operated academic child care located in Cedar Grove, New Jersey. Our daycare serves children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. We offer extended hours and a customized app for all of our parents to stay connected with their children throughout the day. We are nestled in...
5.0
"Incredibly caring staff who create a clean, safe, fun, and worry free Child Care center.
Would highly reccomend Love Laugh Learn to anyone seeking child care."
Jeff B
Clifton Playhaus
66 Second St, Clifton, NJ
5.0
(1)
We offer a secure, nurturing environment in which children are able to establish the solid educational foundations they need to assure success in future academic endeavors.
Our program is specifically developed for each age group and ensures that all of our children receive the necessary emotional,...
5.0
"I met with the Director Sandra. She has such a beautiful spirit. I told her some of the concerns I had at my prior daycare and she reassured me that it wouldn't happen there. She is a hands on. She made me feel very comfortable with leaving my baby there. The...
J.W
Brighter Minds Daycare
601 W 141st, New York, NY
5.0
(1)
We are Brighter Minds Daycare in the West Harlem on 141 Street Broadway. We are a Group Family Daycare a state certified facility. We are licensed in CPR and First aid training child ages from 6 weeks to 12 years of age. If you are Looking for a reliable, affordable child care in Manhattan for your...
5.0
"Highly recommend Brighter minds daycare. Sandra and her team us amazing. The atmosphere for transitioning is very much like home with lots more toys and little people to have fun with and learn together. My daughter fell right into place from the first day and I...
Stacy T.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Garfield, NJ
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Garfield, NJ?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Garfield, NJ. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Garfield, NJ for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Garfield, NJ?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Garfield, NJ, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Garfield, NJ.
How can I find a preschool near me in Garfield, NJ?
When looking for a preschool near you in Garfield, NJ on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Garfield, NJ who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.