Schools near Kendall Park, NJ

“Our son has been attending Sapling School since he was a year old. He is now 4 years old! This will be our child’s last year as he enters kindergarten in the fall. Sapling School has been so welcoming over the years. Ive always appreciated their transparency and active communication to the parents. They also offer extracurricular activities in the summer like sports camp, which I thought was nice for our son to stay active. I will personally miss Parent’s Night, that was a nice treat for us.?”

“Watching Aarna grow at Learning Experience North Brunswick has been one of the most emotional and beautiful journeys for our family. ❤️

She has become a whole different personality here — so social, confident, active, outgoing, happy, and full of excitement every single day. As parents, there is no greater feeling than seeing your child truly flourish in an environment filled with love and care.

A huge thank you to Ms. Tiah, Ms. Jaliah, and Ms. Sue for loving Aarna like your own. The warmth, patience, hugs, encouragement, and attention you give these children leave a lifelong impact on families like ours.

Thank you to Ms. Charlotte and owner Sheetal for maintaining such a clean, beautiful, welcoming facility where children feel safe, valued, and genuinely loved.

Knowing Aarna runs into school smiling every morning says everything. We are forever grateful to have been part of the Learning Experience family. ?”

“The staff has a very good interpersonal relationship,they use professionalism in everything they do. They have a good dedicated heart for the kids and the family members. They are such an amazing team.Ms Carol did something this morning is raining but this woman walk through the rain to get the kids from the bus stop to the classroom thus one in a million will do that.THANK YOU SO MUCH MS CAROL AND MS MARIA I can’t forget Ms Kalpo she’s always smiling to anyone she got across to. I WILL CHOOSE LIGHT BRIDGE ACADEMY ON ROUTE 27 NORTH BRUNSWICK NJ AGAIN AND AGAIN ❤️❤️❤️??.”

“Very happy with their service. My daughter has been going here for three weeks now and hasn’t missed a single day or gotten sick. I’m a very picky parent when it comes to childcare—this is her third daycare—and I finally feel at ease. The director and staff truly pay attention and treat each child as an individual with their own personality and needs. You can feel the care the moment you walk in.”

“We could not be happier here. Our son has learned so much since starting in the preschool class last year. He loves all the teachers. All the staff is amazing and truly cares about the kids.”

“We’ve had such a positive experience with this daycare center since our child started at just three months old. From the very beginning, the staff has been incredibly warm, caring, and nurturing, which gave us so much peace of mind as new parents.

The environment is always clean, well-organized, and clearly maintained with great attention to detail. It’s obvious that the team takes pride in creating a safe and welcoming space for the children.

What stands out the most is how attentive and engaged the caregivers are. They truly take the time to understand each child’s needs and personality, and it shows in the way they interact with them every day.

We feel very lucky to have found such a wonderful place for our child. I would absolutely recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a loving and trustworthy environment.”

“We are thrilled with the services and support provided by the Goddard School.The teachers are true partners in child development. The daily reports and photos help us as parents to understand our child's development more completely. We also deeply appreciate the kindness and warmth of the staff- it means the world to us.”

“I have had a great experience with this daycare overall! The staff is friendly, caring, receptive to feedback and willing to work with parents if any concerns come up. My daughter loves her teacher and I have seen progress in her learning and development. I am happy to have found such a caring environment for my daughter.”

“PNS is an extended part of my family. I found this school a few years ago while on the hunt for quality and affordable childcare. I loved reading the positive reviews which made me call and get a tour of the school. The director and overall staff made me feel like I made the right decision for my child's preschool experience.The staff does a great job with communication and giving updates of your child throughout the day. I loved the activities that were offered. I enjoyed how inclusive the school was. In addition I appreciated the safety and security measures. My child was able to take swim classes and go on field trips during the spring/summer. Each week there was fresh produce and bakery goods donated by local businesses for families in need. For the holidays there were incentives that really helped the families throughout the school as well. If you're in the area, please check out this school and learn about the history behind the school. I always mention pns when I come across local mothers who need childcare.”

“As I reflect on 2025 and look at pictures of my growing daughter, I can’t help but smile at all of the pictures we have at our favorite place - Gymboree.

She is 2.5 years old now, but we started coming here last Winter, shortly after she began running around and needing more stimulation. Although shy and reserved at times, she has truly come out of her shell here. I can’t thank the owner and staff enough for the care they put into our kids.

We started our journey in the runners class, moved up to the explorers class, and more recently have began gentle separation in the PreK steps classroom as well. Due to the varying classes including those for mixed ages/abilities, I have been able to have many “play-dates” with friends who have little ones of all ages. We celebrated our daughter’s 2nd birthday this past year and all of the parents raved about how much fun their children had.

My daughter requests to come here daily and this has truly become our home away from home!”

“We’ve utilized this daycare for over two years and have had a wonderful experience! The staff is always so friendly, caring, and welcoming. Kelly and Nikki are especially wonderful—they know all the children by name and always make everyone feel welcomed. We feel confident knowing our kids are safe, happy, and well cared for. Highly recommend!”

“My son attended Little Scholars for two years while 3 and 4 years old and it was truly the best experience for him and our family! Thanks to the amazing teachers he grew so much academically and emotionally. He made wonderful friendships and has such fond memories from his time there. We miss the entire Little Scholars family!”

“A gem of a little preschool nestled in Rocky Hill’s historic schoolhouse building. We felt really lucky that we were able to secure a place for our daughter here we when she was three. Nurturing teachers who fill the childrens’ days with creative activities and lots of fun play, our daughter absolutely loved her time here and, being a coop, it felt really special to be able to directly witness this part of her life/development on days helping out in the classroom.”

“Great school and lovely staff. My kids love going to school and they come back with a smile on their faces. The school prepares the child for the next level of education. We love Kindercapers.”

“I cannot say enough about how much we love the teachers at Lightbridge East Windsor. My daughter has been at this daycare for almost three years now and my son just started in March. Over the years my daughter has had outstanding teachers in every classroom that she’s been in. She absolutely adored Ms. Kayla and Ms. Tori in Purple, and had a blast with Ms. Hanifa in Orange. Her current teacher, Ms. Molly, is outstanding; she’s so kind and has the best temperament. I feel like my daughter’s days in Yellow are the perfect combination of fun and learning. There have also been some core favorites like the fabulous Ms. Faina that have been with her over the years. My son’s teachers in the infant room (Ms. Bridget, Ms. Sophonie, & Ms. H) are so engaging and nurturing. It’s a tremendous comfort knowing my baby is in such competent, warm hands. A number of the teachers have been at the school since my daughter started, which says a lot about their retention! The leadership (Ms. Josephine, Dr. Courtney & Ms. Jocelyn) are very hands-on and present. I constantly see them in the classrooms interacting with kids throughout the day, which I love. Any time that we have had a concern about my daughter they have been responsive and worked with us to provide the best care. What will always stand out to me the most is how much the teachers LOVE my kids. With how much time they spend at daycare, you don’t want your kids to just be watched, you want them to be loved. It’s the most reassuring feeling to know that my kids spend their days surrounded by people who genuinely care about them. They are my children’s village, which is priceless to us.”

“Goddard has been an absolute blessing for our family. From the moment you walk in the door, you can feel how loving, patient, and caring the staff truly are. Every child is known, supported, and celebrated! I highly recommend Goddard!”

“My son has had a wonderful experience at this school. We feel confident that he is in a safe, caring, and supportive environment every day. He genuinely enjoys going to school and comes home excited to share what he has learned. The curriculum is engaging, well-rounded, and encourages both academic growth and creativity. Most importantly, he absolutely loves his teachers. They are kind, dedicated, and make learning fun. We are very happy with the school and highly recommend it to other families.”

“Awesome Catholic church catering to nearby residents and university students. Very vibrant in all it's activities and community events. Masses in English & Spanish on all days of religious importance”

“This school is a rare gem. This was our 3 year olds first time in any school, and he THRIVED! The teachers are all so warm and welcoming, and very engaged with the students. It is a true community that you build being involved with Cherry Hill Nursery School. The staff is amazing, and most teachers and staff were at one point parents of students, so they are very invested in the wellbeing of the children here. We intentionally skipped out on the public preK this year so he could finish out with Cherry Hill. Truly could not recommend this school more for littles starting out in PreK!”

“We are so grateful for the love and care our child receives at TLE. The staff truly treat the children like family and provide parents with great peace of mind.

A special thank you to Ms. Jasmine and Ms. Ashley for taking such wonderful care of my little one, and to Ms. Hanisha for always being supportive, understanding, and helpful. Ms. Renu and Ms. Mary are also incredibly kind and caring.

Everyone at TLE is patient, compassionate, and dedicated. My child is happy, safe, and thriving here. I highly recommend TLE to any parent looking for a nurturing and trustworthy daycare.”

“Great and caring school…very organized and well managed. Owner-operator with great support staff. They clean daily and have a variety of things for the kids to learn and grow. Both of my kids succeeded here. Highly recommend.

Also shout out to ms melissa, ms nalini and the all the pre-k teachers!”

“I cannot say enough wonderful things about Primrose! From the moment I first inquired to the tour of the faculty, it was clear that the facility is truly top tier. The response time is impeccable, and the team at the Hillsborough location is absolutely incredible.

If you are looking for daycare for your infant, truly look no further. The attention to detail, the genuine attentiveness they show to each child, the cleanliness of the environment, and the consistent communication with parents are outstanding. Most importantly, they provide the peace of mind every parent hopes for when leaving their child in someone else’s care.

I highly recommend Primrose to any parent seeking a nurturing, professional, and trustworthy environment for their child.”

“After exploring many preschools in the area, we could not be more pleased that we chose DNPCCNS for our children. They have blossomed in the nurturing and enriching classroom environments created by the teachers. Each day, they run into school with huge smiles on their faces. The teachers and staff truly go above and beyond to meet the social-emotional and academic needs of each student. All of the head teachers are experienced and state certified. There is also a strong sense of community among the families, and there are various student events throughout the year to help foster these relationships. We are so grateful for everything DNPCCNS has done for our family. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a warm and caring preschool that also prepares children for future success in elementary school.”

“Been so happy with our experience with Bright Horizons. Teachers are wonderful and Director is fantastic. Place is always clean, welcoming, and has a calmness that we did not find touring other day cares. We are so happy we found Bright Horizons for our family!”

“Noah’s Ark was INSTRUMENTAL in our daughters socialization and development.

I cannot speak highly enough of the staff, who are so caring and wildly helpful.

We’re so excited that our second kid will be going too.

New parents, Noah’s Ark made an everything a no-brainer!

Highly recommend, and THANK YOU to the crew for YEARS of support!”

“I highly recommend Ms. Retika! She had been an incredible teacher—truly the best. She is exceptionally kind, caring, and affectionate with all the children, creating such a warm environment.
Beyond her nurturing nature, she is a fantastic educator; my child made wonderful progress in recognizing letters and words under her guidance. Ms. Retika also emphasizes discipline and manners while ensuring she pays individual attention to each child's specific needs. She engages the children in large range of activities that keep the children’s brains stimulated while improving their skills and ensuring they are having a lot of fun!
She maintains a great relationship with parents too, providing honest and genuine feedback. We couldn't have asked for a better teacher!”

“The BEST nursery school, our oldest daughter is a graduate (was VERY prepared for K) and our youngest is in the 3's. Great teachers, wonderful community of kids and parents and such a great learning, playing and loving environment”

“Don’t know where to start here. 1000/10 stars if I could for St Mary’s Christian Academy!!! As a first time mom having to send my child at 12 months, I was terrified! Corrine, the director, was so calming and reassuring through the whole process! My daughter was not an extrovert and needed time to warm up to people. Within 2 weeks, she grew out of her shell, was smiling more than I’ve ever seen, and just became an even better version of herself! Her teachers adore her and treat all the kids as if they were their own, with compassion and love!! It’s incredibly hard to trust someone with your kids but trust me, SMCA is like a family and I am really so beyond thankful to have joined this family where I know my daughter is taken care of and safe!”

“We couldn’t be happier with our sons time at American Montessori. The Montessori approach truly exceeded our expectations and laid a good foundation for his learning journey.

The focus on self-directed work also built incredible independence and focus.

Thank you Ms. Lalitha.”

“My daughter started going to The Learning Experience – Somerset last Fall. After visiting a few places, TLE stood out for several reasons. The first being that the center itself is clean, colorful, and small enough where a young child or their caregiver wouldn’t feel overwhelmed locating a classroom. The décor is bright and engaging, and they have fun and interactive play spaces indoors and outdoors. Not only is it cozy, but the center also feels safe. Whenever I drop off my daughter, there is always someone in the lobby to monitor who enters and exits the building, and the technology they use to give access to the building is secure and reliable.

In regard to the staff, everyone at TLE is friendly and cares about the children. In particular, the director, Ms. Barbara, has been AMAZING to me and my daughter. She is always ready to greet us with a smile and a listening ear. In the first few months, when my daughter (or myself) started to feel any separation anxiety, Ms. Barbara showed us empathy and understanding. Her reassuring tone, her confidence in the staff, and her experience working with children put me at ease whenever I started to worry. In addition to her compassionate nature, Ms. Barbara makes the children’s health and well-being her priority by adhering to TLE policy. If she needs to address concerns with caregivers regarding policy, she does so with kindness and respect. She is also great at correspondence and keeping in touch with caregivers through texts and face-to-face interactions.

Lastly, I’d be remiss if I didn’t give a special shout-out to Ms. Rashonda and Ms. Monique (and Ms. Akeelah!) for going above and beyond to help my daughter feel safe and comfortable at TLE. Ms. Rashonda and Ms. Monique take care of my daughter like she is family, and when I pick her up, she is calm, clean, and content. They have learned my daughter’s likes and dislikes and have been so accepting of her. I am thankful for their willingness to make adjustments in the classroom to fit her needs and for their detailed and good-humored reports of her day at pick-up. It truly is because of their patience, their flexibility, their experience working in childcare, and their consistency with the daily routine that my daughter is doing so well and becoming more confident. It feels wonderful to find people who celebrate your child’s successes with you, and I am happy that we chose to enroll her at TLE – Somerset. Highly recommend them for your childcare needs!”