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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.
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.
Little Genius Academy
5.0
I am really happy with the experience both of my children are having with LGA. They completely revamped the classrooms to mirror current trends in education, the new technology keeps parents in the loop, and most of all - I know my children are well taken care of and safe in the facility!
- Elizabeth C.
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.
Preschools in Scotch Plains, NJ
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 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...
Caroline W.
Little Genius Academy
344 Amboy Avenue, Metuchen, NJ
5.0
(1)
At Little Genius Academy we are committed to creating a nurturing, stimulating, and accepting learning environment that provides children with the tools they need for future happiness and success. Our curriculum meets the needs of children and families through the use of specific, age-appropriate...
5.0
"I am really happy with the experience both of my children are having with LGA. They completely revamped the classrooms to mirror current trends in education, the new technology keeps parents in the loop, and most of all - I know my children are well taken care of...
Elizabeth C.
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
"We love Pudding Stone! Kate and her assistants are everything I wanted in care providers for my son. Kate runs the daycare out of her home. She is licensed and very knowledgeable about child development. She is organized and communicates well. Kate provides...
Aimee N.
Little Friends of Chatham
322 Main St., Chatham, NJ
Little Friends of Chatham (formerly Little Friends Day School) is a daycare and preschool servicing children ages 6 weeks to 6 years of age. Full-time and part-time scheduling is available. We pride ourselves on being extremely flexible with scheduling. We are open from 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. with...
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...
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
START-RITE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN
9 STELTON RD, PISCATAWAY, NJ
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-A home away from home
-Most classes are no bigger than 8 children
-Research Based State Approved Curriculum
-Music Together (Internationally Renowned Music Program) is included in the Tuition
-Certified Teachers
-School is Professionally Cleaned Daily
-We also offer language,...
1506 - Childtime of Rahway
Kids 1st, RAHWAY, NJ
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults...
The Goddard School
57 Plainfield Road, Stirling, NJ
Infant through Pre-K! We are a preschool that focuses on early childhood education and development with specially trained teachers committed to premium standards. Through our F.L.EX. Learning framework we provide the highest quality in education and enrichment programs.
We use the most current,...
Kiddie Academy of Watchung Square
325 North Drive, NORTH PLAINFIELD, 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...
Kiddie Academy of Springfield
25 Route 22 East, SPRINGFIELD, 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...
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...
Wesley Hall Preschool and Kindergarten
1 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
Wesley Hall Preschool and Kindergarten has been serving the needs of families with young children for 65 years. We pride ourselves on educating, nurturing and helping children between the ages of 8 weeks all the way through Kindergarten.
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...
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...
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,...
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...
PRECIOUS ANGELS DAYCARE CENTER, LLC
1482 MAPLE AVE, HILLSIDE, NJ
Precious Angels Daycare Center is an innovative childcare center with an advanced curriculum. Everything is statically designed to give your child the best education. From our classroom design to our world class curriculum, we created the best for your little one.
Our program focuses on your...
Brainiac’s Childcare and Learning Center is an education facility specializing in quality early childhood education and experiences. We are a community of compassionate instructors and active parents working together to build a strong educational foundation for all children.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Scotch Plains, NJ
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Scotch Plains, NJ?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains, NJ for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Scotch Plains, NJ?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains, NJ.
How can I find a preschool near me in Scotch Plains, NJ?
When looking for a preschool near you in Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains, NJ who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.