Schools near Old Tappan, NJ

“? There are truly no words to express how thankful I am for The Learning Experience in Englewood Cliffs. ?

After several schools in Fort Lee and the surrounding area, we finally found a place where my son not only learns—he is genuinely happy. My son has mild autism, and I can say with all my heart that this school has been an absolute blessing for our family. We start in 2023.

From day one, the environment has been incredibly inclusive, kind, and full of love. Every single staff member has earned our deepest respect and affection. They don’t just teach—they make a real difference in children’s lives.

? We absolutely adore Ms. Pamela, Ms. Mary, Ms. Milagros, the Director, Ms. Natacha, Ms. Bianca, Mr. Sebastian… EVERYONE is amazing. Each person has contributed something beautiful and meaningful to my child’s development.

At this school, we have found respect, inclusion, growth, and above all—love. There is no discrimination, no labels—just real support and commitment to every child. The kids feel seen, valued, and understood.

I can honestly say: I don’t care what I have to pay, because I refuse to compromise my son’s emotional well-being and learning. He deserves the best, and we’ve found it here.

Thank you, truly. Thank you for being more than a school. Thank you for being a community, a family, and a safe space where our children thrive.

With all my heart,
A forever grateful mom.”

“You can take systematic and professional basic classes Lv.2 Lv3.
Serai instructor is good for beginners who are learning the basics of swimming.
I also recommend learning from Kyle and Branden after beginners.
You can learn more about advanced swimming skills and professional games, skills, and postures.
I took the class from lv.2 for exactly 1 year, and my 6-year-old child passed the swimming team evaluation.
When looking at the growth and classes objectively over the past year, the best advantage of the center's classes was that the swimming instructors explained sufficiently and made class kids and parents understand.
They suggested ways to think about, approach, and enjoy exercise, not just classes.
Therefore, my little piggy was able to learn happily without giving up.

If consider, swim team. Jcc coach Nile is a specialist and not only him, but also sub coaches are also very good.
AS parents, we expect the kids to be good swimmers. Here in JCC, not only good swimmer but also learn attitude and mind. I really respect this teaching approach, and thanks.
My little piggy will be the center's proud one day or someday, and this program's instructors and programs are my proud.

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“We are so happy with the care our son Angad receives in the Khaki Kangaroo classroom. Ms. Ximena and Ms. Daniela are amazing—caring, patient, and attentive. Angad comes home happy and excited about what he learns each day, and we can see how much he’s growing under their guidance. We’re so grateful for the love and support they give him every single day!”

“Our oldest daughter is now just wrapping up her time in pre k4 at Appletree Preschool and I have to say it's been such a positive experience for her. She's been attending since Jan 2022 and she's loved every minute of it. From the teaching curriculum to the different activities throughout the day its been a fun journey. All of the teachers and staff have been so kind and amazing and its been so great seeing her always coming home with a smile on her face because the day at Appletree was so enjoyable. While I'm sure it's not easy and it will be a big change, I think Appletree definitely prepares kids well for the next journey into Kindergarten. We're looking forward to having our youngest daughter enroll in Appletree in a couple of years.”

“My daughter started this school last year and I have nothing but great things to say. They are caring, responsible, and just such amazing people. Miss Christa’s class is just the best She is the kind of teacher that you want for your kids, Someone that you can see and feel That really cares for the children and you can see it through their growth. My daughter has learned so much. She is just three years old and Sometimes I’m amazed myself with the things that she learns at school. She loves to school so much that some weekends she begs to go back to school. They have a schedule calendar every month with activities and fun things to do. They keep you updated throughout the day about what your child is doing, which is great and it gives you a really good peace of mind. overall just a nice place for the kids to be the area is really quiet and safe. The playground is very spacious which I think it’s a great thing so the kids can run around safely. Would 100% recommend this school.”

“Little Tykes Preschool is a great school with excellent teachers who create a great learning atmosphere for my son. He's learned so much since he's started attending.”

“I am currently an employee here & I promise you "Happy Happens Here" I love this job & I'm glad that other people see that for me, everywhere I go people are like I love that you love your job you look like you have so much fun I'm happy for you & that makes me happy Thank you for making me a part of a wonderful team & a wonderful place ‼️ #TLEWaldwick #MsQ #ThankYouDenielle”

“My son has been here for over a year, and we are so in love with TLE!As newly arrived family in the US, I really worried about my son's language barrier because he couldn't speak English at that time. So transition time was tough for us for the first 2 weeks, but all staffs and teachers were so friendly and welcoming so he could easily make himself comfortable. And now my son loves his school so much and always complain me why I'm so early to pick him up.I love to see him learning a lot from different programs and projects, and love his classmate so much. They're all so adorable and get along well with my son.if anyone from outside of the US, and hesitate to choose local preschool, I would strongly recommend TLE Tenafly is one of the best option you can get!”

“Red Owl, where my 4-year-old attends, is truly exceptional. The dedicated teachers and staff create an enriching environment that fosters both learning and genuine care. Their commitment to nurturing young minds goes beyond the ordinary, making it a place where my child not only learns but also flourishes. I am consistently impressed by the creativity, patience, and passion exhibited by the team at Red Owl, making it a truly remarkable center for early childhood education.”

“The staff is so warm and welcoming. They truly love all of the children in their care and make it a priority to get to know each family. The directors Ms.Chika and Ms.Perla have gone above and beyond to make TLE Dobbs Ferry a truly special place. I couldn't be happier with TLE Dobbs Ferry! ❤️”

“I would like to say that Tiniest Footprints is a great Early Learning & Childcare Center. We were so lucky to have found this center and enrolled one of our daughters. She attended Pre-K3 & Pre-K4. We were so pleased how prepared our daughter was once she started Kindergarten. We currently have our 1 year old attending the center and it once again we are very satisfied with the staff and how attentive they are. We recommend Tiniest Footprints 1000%.”

“I love them, my son was attending to Kids Place daycare before joining public school and he loved all his teacher and get excited every time he go back when the school is close!”

“Friends School is a truly special place that fosters a deep sense of community while nurturing young minds. The teachers are all exceptional and care for the students in a way far exceeds a traditional standard. Both our children have attended the program and we have seen tremendous growth and emotional development during their time at the school. Ms Amanda leads from the front having recruited, and importantly retained, a wonderful faculty who embrace play based learning in a natural environment. What stands out most to me is the creativity that this setting inspired in our children, you can see their minds expanding as they begin to develop a life long love of learning. The families you find at Friends care deeply about one another and the community leading to warm personal friendships outside of the school as well.”

“The co-op nursery school has been the best choice we made since moving to the area. My son, now in kinder, thrived with the warm, caring staff and well thought out curriculum, balanced with plenty of play time. He graduated more than prepared both academically and socially. I have a daughter now in the 3's class and another who will be going in a few years! Between meeting friends (both for moms and kids!) and the awesome events and caring community you can bring your kids knowing they are cared for like they are the teachers own. Would recommend 1000%.”

“Everything is very modern and up to date in terms of all the equipment. Facility is huge and seems to be something for everyone. Sauna and steam room in the locker room, which is nice. Only bummer is most of the classes are at inconvenient times for working folks.”

“I really appreciate all of the teachers and all of their hard work and dedication. My daughter has made so much improvement from day 1 and I am extremely impressed. I also really appreciate Marisa and Crystal, the directors, for making this process seamless. They keep us up to date and answer any and all questions. They continue to make me feel very happy with my decision to put my daughter in Light Bridge Academy.”

“I've had two kids attend this school and I don't believe I could have found a better place, locally or regionally. The teachers and staff have been, and are still viewed as a second family by my children and the care and education they're received is unparalleled. My wife and I cannot thank everyone working at Yearling enough for everything they've done for us!! We're truly grateful for you dedication, professionalism and the unconditional love our children received each and every day.”

“Lightbridge Academy of Bergenfield is an absolute standout. Amanda, the Director, runs a truly fantastic program and is highly involved in the day-to-day activities of the school. Amanda goes above and beyond to accommodate the needs of each family, and is aided by a wonderful office staff and group of teachers who really invest in each child under their care. Parents and children are personally greeted upon entering the school each morning, adding to the warm and cheerful nature they've created. Lightbridge Bergenfield has not just been a daycare for our son, but a truly enriching academic environment.”

“Being our first child, my wife and I were very anxious to send our new baby to daycare. We looked at all the centers in the area and could not be happier with our decision to join WCL Kindercare. From day one the director Renee has been warm and welcoming, professional, attentive, and quick to make sure our family’s needs are met. My child’s teachers are terrific. They took time to get to know our family and care for our son as if he’s their own. We get lots of updates and pictures throughout the day too. The director Renee has lots of fun family events that you can bring your other children to, all fun and all included in enrollment. Can’t recommend enough.”

“My kids have been at Bell's since 2016 and my last child will be at Bell's until 2027. Besides the school being conveniently located and reasonably priced with very accommodating hours, I have continued to stay at Bell's because I trust them. My kids are taken care of mentally & physically, nurtured, educated and treated kindly and with respect. The teachers are very attentive to the kids and really get to know each kid individually. In almost 10 years, none of my kids have come home sad from Bell's or had a bad story to tell. They always come home happy and excited and can't wait to go back tomorrow to see their teachers and friends. Throughout the year, Bell's offers different opportunities for the kids to participate in (dance, yoga, soccer, show & tell, dress-up days, etc) and during the summer they have so many fun summer activities, including visits from farm animals, carnival day, and water play 3 times a week. I know some families bounce around to different schools before finding one that works for them. I was so lucky to find Bell's on the first try and they are the only daycare/preschool I have sent my children to.”

“It is a great place for families to grow generationally. The best senior citizen service, child care service, and fitness classes the Industy has to offer and all in 1 place.”

“Highly recommend KinderCare to anybody looking for childcare. Two of my children are currently attending; one it’s graduating from UPK & one is 1 and a half year old. My baby started there at 8 weeks old. Worried about leaving her with anybody, she never gave me a trouble leaving her there. Even now, she loves going to school and she’s always learning something new every day.”

“I am so happy I picked this school for my son. Everyone there is super kind and my son seems genuinely excited to see his teachers every day. I can't imagine him spending his PreK years anywhere else!”

“Love love love Smarty Pants! My daughter has been apart of the program for almost 3 years. She has advanced so much learning how to spell and writing. The staff is so pleasant and welcoming. The director contacts me personally about any concerns. If you want your child to grow and progress you've come to the right place. Well done.”

“I feel in love with the entire building my child has been attending for 2 years and even until this day I have a hard time taking her home because she doesn't want to leave. the love and affection that she receives from her previous teachers until now with her current teacher it's just amazing, I love how Ms Natalie it's so caring and lovely with all the kids and you can see it when your kids don't want to leave the classroom that all they are receiving is genuine love and affection.”

“Ms. Sandra, the Assistant Director, is wonderful. Very kind, helpful, and goes above and beyond in supporting the school, families, and children. Lovely person all around. Would recommend the Goddard School!”

“Our son is the second child that has attended The Little Red because we were so impressed with Anna a few years ago when our daughter was there. His verbal, behavioral and social skills have advanced incredibly since September. He is always talking about his friends, Mrs. M/Ms. Noelle and all of the things he has done that day. Anna has a different weekly theme which includes stories, arts and crafts, sensory bin, etc. The children not only work on their communication and behavioral skills, but also gross and fine motor skills as well. The class size is small with 6 children per 2 adults which allows the children to connect with each other and enhance their learning. Anna is also wonderful with potty training and will give advice on any issues/concerns you may have with your childs learning/behavior. We are sad that the school year is coming to an end because it means that our family’s time is up with Anna. I would not hesitate recommending TLR to anyone as it is a caring and enriching environment for your child.”

“My daughter had an enriching experience where she got to try new activities and foods, take part in sing-alongs, and make new friends. The counselors were terrific!”