Schools near Belford, NJ

“Great facility that took care of my child very well. Dependable, kind, and management was great. So many activities for the kids, the summer camp is fantastic! Something new every day. Thanks so much Angie, Jess and the wonderful teachers!”

“My son transferred to Spice Tree from a corporate daycare center, and I can truly say that it’s his Home Away from Home. The own Jen is so passionate about what she does, she cares for her staff, so there is little turnover, and she knows and loves every kid and family under her care. One of the hardest decisions is choosing childcare for the loves of your life, and Spice Tree has made that decision so much easier, as I see it in my sons face every day as he smiles so big when we pull up to the school. The teachers are seasoned and design developmentally appropriate activities for the children, and communicate regularly with families on progress and concerns. The facilities are clean, and most importantly, secure. There are several activities/events held throughout the year that are the icing on the cake for an already all-inclusive school experience. I could not be happier, and highly recommend Spice Tree School for a nurturing, learning experience for your child! My son started in the infant room and just moved up to the toddler room, and the teachers slowly transitioned him, and informed me when he was ready. There’s no place else I would bring my son! Thank you Spice Tree staff for loving our children!”

“ACI is the best medical and dental school ! I had so much fun and enjoyed learning a lot about medical work ! This was always a goal of mine to become an MA and ACI was able to accomplish that goal for me !”

“High Hopes is a fantastic place to send your children, my son loves going there. He can't wait wake up and go see his teachers and friends. High Hopes provides so much fun and exciting daily activities. Im very happy with leaving my son here.Christina P”

“It’s been three years since I started sending my son to First Steps Early Learning Center, and I must say it’s one of the best learning centers in the neighborhood. The owners, Mr. Ricky and Mrs. Jennifer, are extremely kind and understanding. They truly make you feel like part of one big family, which I believe is so important for any learning center. The teachers and staff are all well-trained, caring, and experienced. Overall, it’s been a wonderful experience, and I’m so happy to see that my son genuinely enjoys going to daycare every day. Highly recommend!”

“We really love this daycare! We originally picked it because the location and hours worked well for us, but it’s turned out to be such a great decision for so many more reasons.

Our daughter is always so happy to go in the morning and comes home smiling—what more could we ask for? Miss Alexis and Miss Stephanie are amazing. You can tell they truly care, and our little one absolutely adores them.

We also love all the fun activities they plan, like Ice Cream Day and Bubbles Bash. It’s those little things that make it such a special place.

So glad we found this center—it’s been a wonderful experience for our family!”

“I can not say enough amazing things about Goddard. I just wish I found them sooner. The directors and owner are so caring and helpful. The place is ran so well and it is very clean! The staff are all friendly and caring always have a smile on their face. I love that they know my son’s name even ones that aren’t his teachers. My son loves going everyday to camp and I can’t thank Goddard enough for treating him like family❤️ big shout out to Miss Sandy for making my son feel so welcomed and cared for everyday he is there. If you are looking for somewhere to send your child this is the best place around.”

“We seriously love this place. From the moment we walked in, we knew our child would be in great hands. The staff is so kind, patient, and clearly loves what they do. Our little one is always excited to go in the morning and comes home happy!

They do such a great job keeping the kids engaged with fun activities, learning time, and play. We’ve noticed such a difference in our child’s confidence and development since starting here. Plus, the place is always super clean and feels really safe and welcoming.

They’re great at keeping us in the loop with daily updates and pictures, which we really appreciate. It feels so good to know our child is being cared for by people who genuinely care.

Highly recommend to any parent looking for a warm, friendly, and reliable daycare!”

“My daughter recently transferred to Goddard and since transferring she has been so Much happier and looking forward to actually go to school. While Goddard was more expensive than our previous Daycare, I can see where every cent of my money is going and it is more than worth it. We are so happy we found Goddard.”

“My daughter started school here this past fall, it was a hard adjustment for her but staff here are extremely patient and kind. They went above and beyond to make our daughter comfortable. Now she can’t wait to go to school and is thriving. We are very happy with our experience here.”

“My son went to Goddard recently for 1 yr of school and then summer camp. Everyone there is fantastic - Jeff, Christine, and allllll of the teachers. They are organized, personable, and communicate effectively. Everyone always has a smile on their face. Top notch !”

“I absolutely love this school. My child has completely blossomed. He has created wonderful relationships with the staff. He has learned an incredible amount of skills and speech since enrolling. I have nothing but kind things to say as we have had a wonderful experience.”

“Can’t recommend the Growing Tree enough! We started my daughter in the infant room when she was a little over 1 year old after not loving another daycare in the area. On day 1, she seemed to feel comfortable and happy and the teachers were incredible. She’s now 2 and in the toddler room and thriving. She’s always happy at drop off and pickup and I know she is having fun while she’s there. Highly recommend checking them out!”

“We had such a wonderful experience at Learning Tree Preschool for their 4 year old PreK + enrichment program. We had moved back to the area from North Jersey when we found Learning Tree and were so happy to find ourselves here. My child thrived in the warm, caring, thoughtful, and highly educational program. Every day during the summer months, my child cried that she didn’t want to leave “her school” and move up to Kindergarten. Learning Tree is a blessing of a school, super sweet community, and we had a PreK year we all cherish fondly!”

“Absolutely amazing place for kids to grow. I love the progression from Mommy and Me classes into their first time at school programs. Ms. Lucie, Ms.Fran and Ms.Beth have worked with all 3 of my children over the years, two of which have been diagnosed with autism. They always created a warm and inviting environment while offering professional advice and strategies to help us as parents navigate the toddler years! Most recently, I had a birthday party for my daughter that was turning 4. She is autistic as are many of her friends, so we weren't sure how everyone would do being this was most first experience at a friends birthday party. Every child was full of smiles , not a single meltdown! The teachers truly respected their needs and created an environment that was enjoyable for all. From planning to execution they made it the most stress free party planning experience for me! I would definitely recommend them for children under 6 yrs old.”

“Our daughter has been attending The Goddard School of Middletown since she was 5.5 months old. She's almost 2.5 now (where does the time go?!) and she is absolutely thriving. She has had the best, most kind and nurturing teachers! All of the educators and staff are great and we're so grateful to be part of this community.”

“The staff and teachers here provided my daughter with a safe space during a tough time for our family. It is a warm and nurturing place and I am incredibly grateful for our time spent there.”

“This daycare is truly one of a kind. From the very first day we felt like part of a family and not just another number. The teachers go above and beyond and it’s clear how much love and pride they put into caring for the kids. One of the things I love most (there are many) is the peace of mind. It’s not easy to leave your child in someone else’s hands, but I never felt any doubt at MOS. In an area that has centers/school everywhere, this place manages to stand out above the rest by far. There’s no comparison. None. We are so lucky to have found Miles of Smiles and I would recommend to any parent!”

“I don't usually write reviews, but my child had such a good experience here, i just wanted to share. He was a little nervous at first but Inna and her staff made it so welcoming for him that he could not wait to go to school in the morning. When we first got there he was non-verbal and did not play well with the other children. He is now talking, sharing and playing nice with other kids. Our overall experience here has been nothing but positive. We are sad to be leaving, but look forward to be coming back for summer camp.”

“One of the highest quality education institutions in the state of NJ. Not only are the studies rigourous, but they are challenging & thought provoking. In addition to education, CBA teaches the students respect, honesty, and how to lead exemplary lives. As a student, I was not only prepared for college but my life as a mature adult. Going to school here was one of the highlights of my life. One piece of advice that I would lend for students & future students: get involved with the clubs, sports, volunteering, extracurricular activities, and anything else the school has to offer. This school has so many great opportunities that build character, offer futher education, network with the community and much more.Religio Mores Cultura!”

“My husband and I have seen such tremendous growth in our 5 year old daughter in her years at Monmouth Day Care Center. Because we fell in love with the staff and beliefs here, we decided to enroll our infant daughter to follow in the same footsteps. Sending a six month old baby into a day care in the middle of a pandemic was never something that we thought we would have to do. We have never felt safer leaving our baby with the staff of Monmouth Day Care Center each day. The director takes every precaution necessary to keep each child safe. The amount of times they needed to shut down has been incredibly minimal, and the few times they were closed were out of caution and having safety be the utmost priority. Monmouth Day Care Center is incredibly clean, has amazing and loving staff that will do everything they can for our children and the office staff is in constant communication with parents regarding anything out of the ordinary that is going on with our children. My family and I will never run out of enough good things to say about this day care. Definitely recommend them to anyone seeking reliable child care!”

“I am really happy my daughter went there. I was extremely anxious when my daughter started day care (to be honest, it was heart-breaking leaving her, when she couldn't even talk much, with strangers). After a while, my anxiety subsided. Teachers are nice and caring, and the environment is very gentle. She made friends. Another highly important aspect is cameras. I could keep an eye on my child and ensure that she was ok. I highly recommend this day care.”

“We have been at bright kidz since we moved to Middletown and couldn’t be happier! Not only are our kids learning and thriving, the entire staff cares for them like they are their own. If you are looking for a childcare center, we highly recommend BrightKidz!!”

“Absolutely love Future Generation! My son loves going and the staff are all amazing. It is a loving, nurturing environment and I never worry about any of my kiddos while they’re there!!!”

“My son has been attending KA for just over a year and he absolutely loves it there, as do I. He started when he was 1 and while he transitioned to being in daycare, the teachers were loving and warm. It was a relief to me that he felt safe and cared for. During thunderstorms, I would see him cuddled up in the teachers lap. As he got more comfortable, his language exploded and we are amazed by the things he says at 2 years old. He comes home with cute crafts and will often tell me "I had fun!" when I pick him up. All of the teachers say hello to us when they see me at drop off or pick up and are overall very welcoming. Pat, the assistant director, is an absolute gem of a person. I was a nervous wreck as a first time mom sending my son to daycare but she comforted me and never made me felt overbearing or annoying with my questions. Kathi, the director, started a few months after my son and you can see how much she really loves the kids and also cares about their family. We are moving next month and we are SO sad to have to pull our son out of KA into a new daycare. I truly feel comfortable with my son in their care and more importantly, he feels safe, cared for, and is having a ton of fun while learning.”

“I just put my daughter in daycare with friends. Randy is awesome, she was so helpful getting me all the information needed to get her started. Cannot wait to see how my daughter thrives there! You can tell right off the bat how attentive the staff is. Thank you so much for caring for my baby.”