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Q: In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Metuchen, NJ?

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Metuchen, 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 Metuchen, NJ for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

Q: What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Metuchen, NJ?

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Metuchen, 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 Metuchen, NJ.

Q: How can I find a preschool near me in Metuchen, NJ?

When looking for a preschool near you in Metuchen, 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 Metuchen, NJ who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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Recent preschool reviews in Metuchen, NJ

Medina's Academy

5.0

Well kept cleaned and organized center. Met with the owners who were very welcoming. Definitely going to look into enrolling my son.

- Sarah K

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.

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.

Aunt Paulas Child Care

5.0

I am forever thankful to Paula for her service. She took amazing care of my son. I loved her set-up too, she provided structure with regard to eating, napping and learning. Her care was a lifesaver for our family, I never worried about my son while in her care. She was always on top of everything...

- Sophia B.

Rutgers-Livingston Day Care Center

5.0

R-LDCC is excellent! All the teachers at R-LDCC are well-trained, attentive, and competent. Their curriculum is play-based and the children get plenty of outdoor time. It is refreshing to see that the activities are not super structured and leave a lot of room for children to be creative and...

- Srujana Y.

Preschools in Metuchen, NJ

Medina's Academy

781 Hamilton Street, Somerset, NJ

5.0

(2)

We offer a diverse education consisting of a mix between the best aspects of the creative curriculum as well as the Montessori teaching method. We have an indoor as well as outdoor playground area. We also provide lunch meals to all of our kids. Give us a call and set up a tour to see our...

5.0

"Well kept cleaned and organized center. Met with the owners who were very welcoming. Definitely going to look into enrolling my son."

Sarah K

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.

John Kenney Child Care Center At Heller Park

211 Mill Rd, Edison, NJ

5.0

(2)

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.

Aunt Paulas Child Care

320 Edlys Lane, North Brunswick, NJ

5.0

(9)

Home Child Care Professional, Caring Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 Full or Part Time Starting at 12 weeks old Infants-Toddlers-Preschool Includes: Playtime Fun, Learning Activities, Dancing, Singing, Arts and Crafts, Kindergarten Readiness Hot Lunches Included CPR Certified Call...

5.0

"Paula is a great ,experienced, loving,caring and always wonderful in caring for children. I felt at ease leaving my grandson with with her which says a lot! We were lucky to find her!"

Martha

Rutgers-Livingston Day Care Center

49 Joyce Kilmer Avenue, Piscataway, NJ

4.0

(3)

Full-day care and education for children ages 20 months through first grade; 7:30AM - 5:30PM. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack included. Nationally accredited. First through fifth grade remote learning support.

5.0

"I cannot say enough great things about RLDCC. If you are looking for stability in staffing, a unique and supportive play-based learning environment, compassion and lots of outdoor play, this is the place for you and your children. Their approach to childcare and...

Karen S

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

"Eileen has watched my daughter part time for two years and we could not be happier with her. My daughter is always happy to go there and enjoys interacting w Eileen's children as well. I would highly recommend Eileen to anyone with a small child."

Nicole G.

Springdale Montessori

23 Gill Lane, Iselin, NJ

3.7

(3)

At Springdale Montessori we have committed ourselves to achieving the following goals for our children and families: To provide a solid academic foundation through the Montessori Philosophy To assist children in developing a positive self-image. To provide a child-centered environment that...

5.0

"Very good school.Very good method of teaching."

Manu

LITTLE EARTH SHEPHERDS PRESCHOOL

367 CRANBURY RD, EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ

Starting at $624/mo

Little Earth Shepherds Preschool/Daycare offers small class sizes to ensure your child is receiving a more individualized approach to their start in education. We prioritize fine and gross motor development and enstill the importance of social-emotional learning throughout each classroom!

Haynes Preparatory School

140 Front Street, SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ

Welcome to Haynes Prep School, a quality learning center located in South Plainfield, New Jersey - a truly new, innovative and affordable concept in childcare and preschool education. We are dedicated to providing the best care for your child while encouraging an environment filled with fun and...

Primrose School of North Edison

23 Nevsky Street, Edison, NJ

Primrose is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational childcare experience. As the leader in Educational Child Care, we partner with parents to help children build the right foundation for future learning and life. Our goal is to help children have fun while building Active...

Kiddie Academy of East Brunswick

560 Ryders Lane, EAST BRUNSWICK, 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...

Little Honors

510 Hamilton Street, SOMERSET, NJ

Starting at $1240/mo

We provide quality early childhood program situated in a brand new facility built in 2020. We serve children ages 0-13 years old, infant toddler, preschool, before and after school program. We provide nutritious free meals, breakfast, lunch and snack, participating in CACFP program. We provide...

Bamboo Shoots Immersion School

836 Mountain Ave, Westfield, NJ

Bamboo Shoots Giving our children the advantage of a second language. We provide a progressive, multicultural education that is ideal for preparing our children, tomorrow's leaders, for an international future. We offer a Bilingual environment in Mandarin Chinese, Spanish and English which provides...

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...

Staten Island Preschool - Charleston

4852 Arthur Kill Rd., Staten Island, NY

Building core concepts skills at a young age is essential. With studies showing that about one third of children's intellectual skills will be developed by age six, it is important to increase your young child's exposure to a variety of experiences. Our preschool classes do just that. We also employ...

Guidepost Montessori at Somerset

121 Pierce St, Somerset, SOMERSET, NJ

At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support,...

The Childrens Center Preschool

411 Joyce Kilmer Ave (last Unit), New Brunswick, NJ

NATIONALLY ACCREDITED PRE-SCHOOL LARGE SPACIOUS CLASSROOMS STARTED 1990 CREATIVE CURRICULUM PROGRAM/Kindergarten TUTORING

Saplings Academy

37 Jones Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ

Saplings Academy is a private in-home preschool that strives to meet the needs of students who are ready for a more rigorous academic setting. We seek to work with students who are ready to move forward in their education, but are held back by the school cut off dates which prevents the students...

Noah's Ark Preschool

900 B RARITAN AVE, HIGHLAND PARK, NJ

Noah's Ark in a NJ Grow Rated School offering care and early childhood education for children ages 6 months through 5 years of age. The mission of Noah’s Ark is to provide a safe, nurturing learning environment for our community’s children. Noah’s Ark certified staff will promote each child’s...

Grace Kidz Christian Academy Pre-School

321 OLD GEORGES RD, NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ

Starting at $990/mo

Grace Kidz Christian Academy Preschool is the perfect place for your little one to grow intellectually and in their walk with Christ. You can be sure that our Grace Kidz receive the best education and experience.