Schools near Cedar Knolls, NJ

“Kiddie Academy in cedar knolls is a great facility that has such loving and caring teachers. They are attentive to our needs, very clean, and have a great family oriented environment. Thank you KA of cedar knolls.”

“This is such a sacred place! I love this area and the people who work here! Working for this company has been an amazing experience. The teachers are all highly qualified and teach the children age appropriate skills and techniques!”

“Both of my children attended this daycare, and we had a very positive experience. We have only good memories from our time there. The teachers were kind and supportive, and the director created a welcoming environment for the children.”

“As our 5-year-old daughter graduates, we are filled with gratitude for the incredible three years she has spent here since age two.
When she started, she was very shy, but the teachers’ constant warmth, ready smiles, and accommodating nature quickly helped her blossom. What we love most is how the school celebrates every single occasion throughout the year with wonderful, creative activities. These events kept her excited to learn and truly nurtured her overall growth.
The academic focus is equally fantastic. We are so proud that she is already doing simple addition and subtraction, and has started basic reading! Her Kindergarten orientation went exceptionally well, which is a true testament to how thoroughly this school prepares children for the future. Thank you to the phenomenal staff for loving and teaching our daughter!”

“We were at Goddard for 4 years and it was an amazing experience. My son loved all his teachers and the owners are great. My son's 1st year at Kindergarten, his teacher asked what school did he go, because he is so well behaved and is advanced as far as the subjects he's learning in Kindergarten.”

“A loving and supportive daycare with amazing staff. Our toddler is happy, comfortable, and well cared for every day. We’re so grateful to have found this place.”

“I love how the teachers interact with the children. My daughter has grown and developed so much since attending. I especially appreciate the variety of activities they provide, including arts and crafts, music, story time, cognitive learning, and outdoor play. The teachers are truly amazing, caring, and supportive, and my child feels loved by every one of them. Every morning, my daughter gets excited when I tell her we're going to daycare, which gives me great peace of mind. It is clear that she is in a safe, nurturing, and happy environment where she feels valued, encouraged, and well cared for.”

“Switching our son from his previous school to LBA was truly the best decision we could have made. The teachers are so dedicated to their work, and the curriculum is both engaging and fun — our son comes home every day excited to tell us about what he learned and how much he enjoyed his day.

The live feed also gave us such peace of mind, especially during those first few transitional months. His very first teacher at LBA was Ms. Orianna, and there aren’t enough words to express how thankful we are for the love and care she showed our little guy. He talked about her constantly, and it was clear that he felt safe, valued, and truly cared for.

Ms. Orianna went above and beyond for her class — always bringing creative experiments, crafts, and activities to life. She showed up each day with such positivity and energy, and her passion for teaching was felt by everyone. We couldn’t have asked for a better start to his early childhood education.
And now he’s moved up to the big kid class this school year, with Ms. Kim as his teacher. From the moment we first met her, she’s been nothing short of amazing. In fact, she was the one who gave me a tour of LBA when we were first considering the switch, and the lasting impression she made was one of the key reasons we ultimately decided to join. We feel so fortunate to have her as our son’s teacher this year and know without a doubt that he’s in great hands!”

“My twin girls started at New Generation Learning Center (NGLC) when they were 18 months old. After surveying several facilities this one by far proved to be the best!
The clean spacious rooms, on facility kitchen, fresh healthy meal options, 24x7 camera access, attentive as well as accessible staff makes this daycare facility unique.
Ms. Jamila Ylidiz, the current director of NGLC, is positive, enthusiastic and hardworking. She maintains a one on one relationship with the children and their parents. She is open to new suggestions and ensures they are promptly implemented. She along with her staff provides a safe, warm and nurturing environment for children’s growth.They have a wide range of exciting learning activities suitable for the all round development of a child’s personality.
We as parents are impressed with Ms Jamila’s efforts to raise the standards of NGLC. Her level of commitment and dedication is commendable. We couldn’t be happier.
Thank you for all that you do!”

“This school is so amazing!!!
My son has been attending for a while now and he loves his teacher and his friends. Ms. A does such a great job with the curriculum and parent communication.
My son has quickly picked up Spanish and sign language with the curriculum.

The staff are all so caring and I truly feel like my son is loved and cared for by every staff member!

Definitely recommend for any family looking for childcare!!!”

“This place is the absolute best! Ms. Nisha is so kind, caring, and a true educator of small children. The turnover here is so low and the consistent faces provide safety and security for these little ones. Mr. Rick even went out of his way one morning to help me clean the inside of my windshield! They treat you like family and that’s all I could ask for! I’m so happy we found Cresthill in East Hanover.”

“Both of my daughters attended this day care and it was outstanding ! We love the staff and care they have provided. They were accommodating to all needs requested and communication was immediate. We highly recommend Solnyshko ! Thank you !”

“As a first time mom returning back to the workforce, finding a suitable school for my infant was nerve wrecking. Although TLE wasn't our first choice, I realized it was the better choice for my daughter. The warm feeling and instant connection my daughter made with both office staff (Ms. Shaneequa, Tessa) and her teachers (Ms. Yazmin, Ms. Kayla, and Ms. Jenn) inside the infant classroom reassured me that I made the right choice. My daughter is excelling in the infant classroom, and we are updated throughout the day about her participation in class and infant curriculum. After voicing personal concerns, it was addressed in a timely manner, and I felt more comfortable with my daughter continuing her education at TLE. We have recently registered her as a returning student who'll be entering the toddler class soon, and can't wait to see what's in stores for the upcoming school year.”

“Love KinderCare!! Wonderful, knowledgeable staff, clean facility, great place for children to grow!! They really nurture and care for every little one that enters their program. HIGHLY recommend!!”

“The daycare/childcare industry is tough but they truly do the best they can with balancing care for children, parents and their needs, and supporting their staff/team.

I have 3 kids at Kids R Kids. We toured many places and spoke to lots of parents/referrals. After finishing a very thorough tour, my husband and I immediately agreed this would be where we want our kids.

It is nerve racking putting your kids in the care of someone else but we do feel comfortable leaving our kids here. Quickly, KRK became very inviting - in that the front team knows you, the office girls are always present for a hug (my daughter loves giving them hugs), the team ready to say hi in the hallway and often with your kids name (they remember all the kids’ names!). Even better, when you walk into the smell of homemade waffles in the morning that the full time chef makes along with all the other snacks and meals that my kids enjoy/eat.

This will be our kids first time in their summer program and what a great schedule they have lined up for the kids! Field trips for the older class, splash pad days, ice cream trucks days, programs and shows. I love all the dedicated play areas for the kids (not hugged up against a Main Street and the sound of cars like many other places we went to) and they all are individualized to the kids ages.

They even offer chicken coupes/eggs to take care of when the weather is nice.

My just turned 4 year old confidently writes her name. Gets excited to do her homework and sings the star spangled banner. My 2 year old loves his teachers and went from hating going to leaving me at the door with a simple bye mommy.

I like the camera access given especially during the 1st week the kids are there. The billing is easy and auto drafted. They run emergency drills. They have many events for holidays. We get to do check ins with the teachers - no questions asked and they don’t make us feel like we are annoying them.

I like the convenience of the covered drop off area and the face recognition needed to enter. They lock off the door after normal drop off hours too which is nice and reassuring.

They have instructors to support language and my whole family loves the education coordinator who is engaged, interactive and super caring with the children. She even took the time to go over potty training for my son one on one.

Additionally, we love how everyone works together regardless of their roles. The front will help out in many classrooms. Ralph has dressed up as the Easter bunny for the kids. I’ve seen the girls in the office in the classrooms offering up some love and attention. That’s a great team mentality.”

“So I can’t speak on behalf of any room except the infant A room. My daughter started here part time when she was 5 months old and the teacher Ms. Lourdes and Ms. Stephanie are the only reason I felt comfortable leaving her at such a young age. Every infant has their own schedule and it’s very personalized. The babies are very well taken care of, naps are difficult however (naturally).”

“we absolutely love miss kathleen!! she is fun, entertaining, and so welcoming. not to mention the sweetest person ever. my son has felt at home at gymboree pine brook since he started and looks forward to her classes every week ?”

“KinderCare of Denville was Liam's first daycare, and I couldn’t be happier with our experience! Liam has been attending for over two years now, and there are days he doesn’t even want to leave because he loves it so much. The entire faculty has been incredibly caring and supportive of his growth and learning.

Special thanks to Ms. Melly, Ms. Mar, Ms. Sam, Laura, Leah, and all the amazing teachers who have made a tremendous impact on his education. Thanks to their dedication, Liam is now speaking in full sentences and learning something new every day. The teachers are attentive, nurturing, and always ensure he’s engaged in meaningful activities.

I wholeheartedly recommend KinderCare of Denville to any parent looking for a daycare that feels like a second home for their child!”

“Our family had a great experience at this school. Both our children attended—our daughter for Pre-K at age 4, and our son from age 2. Despite his strong-willed nature, he grew to love it and was always happy at pickup. The teachers are caring, and the director is very responsible. The strong academic foundation prepared both kids well for kindergarten—our son recently tested excellently for K. Special thanks to Ms. Gia, Ms. Jennifer, Ms. Paolo, and Ms. Nicole!”

“Extremely positive experience so far after 16 months. We have been in 3 daycare settings, and Goddard School in Montville to is head and shoulders above the rest (and the rest were good!). We recommend Goddard in Montville to anyone looking for high quality childcare for infant-preK. Our daughter is thriving, and the teachers & staff are professional, courteous, and attentive. What more could you ask for?”

“This preschool is a absolute gem; we feel so lucky to have found it! Both of my kids attended from 2019-2023. The school (which has been open in Millburn for over ONE HUNDRED years) is still set in the original Victorian house on Taylor Street. There are only 2 classes--3's and 4's--so it is super small and intimate, and because of this, a very close-knit and friendly parent community.They have an amazing playground which backs up to the Millburn community garden. The school owns 3 large plots in the garden and they include it in the curriculum. So the kids get to plant seeds (which they also use for counting & math), watch & learn about the different stages of growth throughout the seasons (science/STEM), and best of all, harvest & eat the fruits & veggies they grow! The school is very tied in with the town, including field trips to the local fire station, the local farmers market (goes with the garden curriculum), and Paper Mill Playhouse.The head teachers and assistant teachers have all been there for 15-25 years I believe, which speaks volumes about the school. They are nurturing, kind, fun, and truly great at what they do. They also make good company at the school happy hours :)The other major selling point of the school for us was the flexible hours. Kids can attend half day, half day + lunch, or full day, anywhere from once a week to 5 days- you customize the schedule. I have never seen another school offer this. This year for the first time they also offered aftercare as yet another option. And of course they have summer camp too.Between my 2 kids and moving around we have attended 4 different schools/daycares in the area, but Neighborhood House is our absolute favorite, hands down.”

“We love Kiddie Academy Florham Park, My daughter is happy to be over there, thank you for all staff specially Ms. Celine teachers Ms. Melissa, Ms. Jackie and Ms. Hope”

“Another great experience with Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes in Morristown.

Megan and Jess are extremely professional. Megan is highly seasoned and exceptionally well-versed in her field. Their insight, communication, and ability to connect with both students and parents continue to make the experience feel supportive, thoughtful, and productive.

What continues to stand out about Lindamood-Bell is their individualized approach, data-driven assessments, and deep understanding of language processing, reading comprehension, and learning challenges.”

“Kiddie Academy Springfield was so accommodating and understanding. We needed childcare asap and since they had the space available, they were able to get us enrolled within 1 week. The team was excellent during the entire process, and they continue to go above and beyond during the normal day to day. Our daughter is in great hands. She’s adjusted so well and owe a lot of that success to her teachers and the staff. We highly recommend this location.”

“We absolutely love Primrose School! The teachers and staff have become like an extension of our family, and we are so grateful for the care, love, and attention they show our little one every day.

A special shoutout to the incredible teachers Miss Jasmine, Miss Merlene, Miss Autumn, and Miss Marie along with all of the wonderful support staff, Miss Michele, and others who make the school feel like a second home. They create such a warm, nurturing environment that helps our little one feel safe, happy, and excited to learn each day.

Our child has severe food allergies, and the level of care and precaution the team takes to keep them safe gives us tremendous peace of mind. From meal planning and food preparation to daily communication and monitoring, we always know our little one is in caring and capable hands. The updates and photos throughout the day mean so much to us and help us feel connected and reassured while we’re apart.

The leadership team is exceptional. Thank you to Miss Mary, Miss Veronica, and Miss Emily for their dedication and commitment to creating such a positive environment for both children and parents. We are also so appreciative of Chef Reggie for the care he puts into ensuring meals are prepared safely for all the children especially those with dietary needs.

The front office team, especially Miss Terri and Miss Alyssa, always greet us with kindness and a smile, making every drop-off and pick-up a pleasant experience. We would also like to thank Miss Omarys for her continued support, care, and dedication to the families at Primrose. She has truly gone above and beyond to make us feel at home and has been especially attentive when it comes to our little one’s severe allergy. Her commitment to ensuring our child is safe, supported, and cared for has meant so much to our family and has given us an extra level of confidence and peace of mind.

Most importantly, we are thankful for the genuine love this entire primrose team shows our little one every single day. Knowing our child is safe, happy, and cared for by people who truly know and love them is the greatest gift a parent could ask for. Primrose has given us so much peace of mind, and we highly recommend them to any family looking for a school that feels like a true community and second home.”

“We have trusted Chatham KinderCare with all three of our daughters from age 2 through Pre-K, and we truly cannot recommend the facility enough. From day one, our girls have felt nurtured, supported, and loved by the staff. The environment is incredibly warm, offering a balance of education, structure, and creativity. Our daughters especially love the dance, yoga, and cooking enrichment programs, as well as the many celebratory moments and fun summer camp activities throughout the year. The directors, Jenn and Denise, consistently put tremendous care into creating a welcoming, happy, and educational community - their dedication shows in every aspect of the program! Thanks to the strong structure, thoughtful curriculum, and genuine care they’ve received, our children have been exceptionally well prepared for kindergarten. We feel incredibly fortunate to have had such an amazing team of teachers, including Ms. Susan, Ms. Zalina, Ms. Marta, Ms. Mayra, Ms. Elsy, Ms. Lilianny, and especially Ms. Elizabeth. They have made each of our children feel truly special and valued.”

“Primrose is the school that feels like home away from home. Mrs Samuel, Gigi, Fenell, Lourdes are everything that makes human and the world a safe place. Their faces light up whenever they see their student, it makes me want to enroll and be a child myself. They love to impact knowledge and the kids love them. Ethan loves them and has reached every single milestone with them. They extend love to his older brother and they pay attention to each member of the family. The intentionality and kindness can’t be hidden. They are true gems. I wish the world has more angels like them. I recommend them a million times”

“The Goddard School in Florham Park is fantastic. From the very first day, Mr. Sundeep and Ms. Laurie made us feel right at home. They took the time to explain everything in detail, and we were very impressed with the safety protocols and overall cleanliness of the school.
Our daughter usually takes a little time to adjust to new people and teachers, but Ms. Kelly and her team were incredibly warm, patient, and caring with all of the children in the class. Their kindness made the transition much easier for her.
My wife and I always felt comfortable knowing our daughter was in such great hands. We truly appreciate the care and dedication shown by the entire team.”

“Bright Horizons has been absolutely amazing! The center is beautiful, spotless, and so well-run. The staff is incredibly kind, attentive, and truly cares about the kids. Nic and Sarah in administration are wonderful and always so accommodating. This was our third daycare experience, and it’s by far the best — I finally felt at ease dropping my child off each day. We only had a short time here due to a move, but I would return in a heartbeat. So grateful for the peace of mind they gave us! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!”

“Gingham Giraffe helped my daughter grow into the confident, independent, and kindergarten-ready girl she is now. Having teachers who have been there for decades is incredible, as it is clear how well they understand the developmental needs of preschoolers. We are so grateful for our experience there!”