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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
TEACH Academy ChildCare
5.0
I recommend TEACH Academy Child Care Center to give your child a head start at learning. The staff is knowledgeable , compassionate, supportive and accommodating to your child’s needs as well as your needs. The children there have progress academically , emotionally, socially and physically, I...
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Carol's Home Daycare
5.0
Carol was an absolute godsend for our son. He has always been a bit shy and sensitive and Carol gave him exactly what he needed to feel comfortable. She nurtured when he felt apprehensive, she was firm when he needed redirection, and she praised when he had good behavior. I always felt comfortable...
- Mallory G.
Little Explorers Early Learning Academy
5.0
Little Explorers has nailed the perfect balance of a great school curriculum mixed with the comfort and values that come with an in home facility. My kids wake up excited for school every day, and they are learning so much! Ms. Katie is phenomenal at keeping families aware of what is happening in...
- Erin P.
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 Short Hills, NJ
ABC School For Wee Folk
386 White Oak Ridge Rd, Short Hills, NJ
ABC School For Wee Folk was established to serve the families in Short Hills, New Jersey. It offers a safe, nurturing and motivating educational environment that supports the children's growth and developmental needs. The school provides age-appropriate activities that stimulate the children's...
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
5.0
(3)
At Teach Academy Childcare and Afterschool Program, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our program is designed for children from 0 months to 13 years old, offering personalized attention and care that meets the unique needs of each...
5.0
"The level of care that is provided here is on another level. Everyone is very caring, very knowledgeable, supportive, accommodating, and last but not least welcoming. Being a first time parent the thought of sending your child to daycare can become very fearful and...
Care member
Carol's Home Daycare
103 Klinger Rd, East Hanover, NJ
5.0
(3)
With over 30 years experience, I am confident your child will thrive both socially and academically in a clean, safe and fun home daycare environment.
Prior to opening my daycare 8 years ago, I was a Paraprofessional in a Preschool Special Education Classroom for many years, as well as an...
5.0
"Carol was an absolute godsend for our son. He has always been a bit shy and sensitive and Carol gave him exactly what he needed to feel comfortable. She nurtured when he felt apprehensive, she was firm when he needed redirection, and she praised when he had good...
Mallory G.
Little Explorers Early Learning Academy
346 E Mt Pleasant Ave, Livingston, NJ
4.0
(4)
Little Explorers Early Learning Academy, conveniently located on Mt. Pleasant Avenue at the border of West Orange and Livingston, NJ prides itself in providing high quality daycare and preschool experience for all enrolled children and families. We offer educational programs which meet or exceed...
5.0
"Ms. Katie was my son's first teacher. He loved how she always welcomed him to school with a caring smile and open arms. He was only a little over a year and was always excited to say his teacher's name, "Katie." Ms. Katie gave my son a wonderful first school...
Christine A.
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
"I have sent both of my children to Puddingstone and have been very happy with the experience. They provide a nurturing, loving and enriching environmet. The teachers are affectionate and treat the children like family. My son happily runs to the teachers in the...
Laura L.
5.0
(2)
Our mission is to promote the development of children through a play-based curriculum that ignites curiosity, inspires creativity, and promotes character. We are committed to strengthening families by offering opportunities for discussions, parenting and child development workshops, and social...
5.0
"We have been a family of Cornerstone School since 2020 and all our of children have been students there. We have been very happy with the education that they have and are receiving. The tenured teachers are phenomenal, caring and really push the kids to think...
Nicole W.
Applecore Learning
240 Franklin Ave, Maplewood, NJ
4.4
(12)
OPEN HOUSE AUG 31, 2017 at 9:00am and again 6:00pm. COME tour our beautiful facility and SIGN UP your child with THE BEST DAYCARE IN ESSEX COUNTY!
This is much more than just daycare. At Applecore Learning Early Childhood Center we offer developmentally appropriate programs and specialized...
5.0
"I was able to attend a trip with the school recently. I was amazed how sweet and thoughtful the staff were. I had GREAT time and so did my son. Applecore Learning is one of the best kept secrets, if you are looking for a family friendly center, I would highly...
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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
"We truly loved working with Dominika, she not only has the knowledge about children, but is warm, caring and very active with the kids. She has worked with us for about a year and half and we always knew we can trust and depend on her in any situation. Dominika...
Agnieszka O.
Presbyterian Church Nursery School
65 South St, Morristown, NJ
5.0
(2)
We are a Christian Nursery School that operates as a form of outreach for The Presbyterian Church in Morristown. The primary goal of our school is to serve children and families within the Morristown area by offering a nurturing and stimulating atmosphere for young children. We offer the children an...
5.0
"My daughter started here at 2.5 - she LOVED it on Day #1. All the teachers, lead by the Director, are not only fabulous - they truly care about all the kids and their development!! The activities and events offer the kids great experiences. We love the...
Maryam M
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
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
"Love, Laugh, Learn is a dream come true. The facility is state of the art, the director, Chelsea and her staff are so caring and communicative. I'm particularly impressed with the curriculum even for young toddlers. We are SO happy."
Alessandra M.
PRESCHOOL ONLY!!! Daily hours and options: Monday thru Friday Tiny Tots 8:30 - 11:15, 8:30 - 1:00 or 8:30 - 2:20, PreK 3 & 4 8:30 - 1:00 or 8:30 - 2:20. We offer Before Care 7:15 - 8:30 am and After Care 2:20 - 6:00 pm We also offer a sibling discount for the second child.
Holy Family...
This is a family run school school our mission is to provide the top education for your students and families. We offer hot lunch, soccer on Tuesday and dance on Thursdays that is included! We have special family nights like bingo, family picnic , pajama days. We also offer weekly and monthly news...
1525 - Childtime of Pinebrook
330 Changebridge Rd, PINE BROOK, 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...
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...
Sunnyfields Learning Center
494 Route 10 West, Whippany, NJ
Preschool and Child Care for children, ages 6 weeks to 6 years old!
Open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.!
*At Sunnyfields Learning Center, our objective is to stimulate our students' physical, social, emotional, and cognitive skills at their individual developmental levels,...
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 West Caldwell
810 Passaic Avenue, CALDWELL, 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...
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 Short Hills, NJ
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Short Hills, NJ?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Short Hills, 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 Short Hills, NJ for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Short Hills, NJ?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Short Hills, 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 Short Hills, NJ.
How can I find a preschool near me in Short Hills, NJ?
When looking for a preschool near you in Short Hills, 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 Short Hills, NJ who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.