Schools near Pennington, NJ

“Our kids have been going to Village Learning Center for almost three years. They have been great working with us to accomodate our childrens needs. The teachers go above and beyond for their students. Pickup and drop off is fast and easy. Plus the kids love to visit the centers resident rabbit, Pepper.”

“My daughters started attending this school about 6 months ago and I informed Ms Tamise my youngest has separation anxiety in which it may take her time to adjust to a new class. To my surprise, my 2 year old was excited to come to school and see Ms Tamise because she genuinely cares and is the face that everyone loves to see entering Hopewell TLE. My baby grew more than a bond with her teacher; she’s excelling and learning so much because she feels comfortable and excited to see what Ms Tamise has in store for them. The best part is seeing Ms Tamise wear the cute outfits and costumes for the kids. They love it.
My 3 year old is in Ms Kumba’s class and she cannot stop talking about her teacher and all the fun things they do. She has increased her vocabulary tremendously and keeps me informed of her progress daily. Ms Kumba
ensures that the kids are learning past what the curriculum provides. Majority of the teachers have been there 5-18 years which shows their dedication to the profession.”

“We feel truly fortunate to have our son enrolled at Inclusive Montessori. The dedication and care shown by the entire teaching staff have been exceptional. Special thanks to Miss Dipika and Miss Kala, who have consistently gone above and beyond to ensure our son feels supported and comfortable. We couldn't have asked for a better environment for his early development.”

“Half Pint is a great daycare and preschool. My son loved it there, had great teachers, and seemed well-cared for from the Infant room through preschool. They also have flexibility in scheduling and reasonable prices, so overall it's a great place to send your kids!”

“Our son spent three amazing years at Bright Horizons in Princeton, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Sapid, miss qua, miss Carlin and his best friend Toni were exceptional so caring, patient, and truly dedicated. Diane, the director, created a warm and welcoming environment where we always felt supported.

Our son grew so much in confidence, joy, and curiosity thanks to their care. We’re incredibly grateful and will always look back on this time with love. Highly recommended!”

“Goddard school teachers are amazing! two daughters graduated from here. The younger one had language challenges but the teacher guided and cared her with tremendous of patience.”

“We love PNS! The teachers are caring, the environment is safe and nurturing, and my kids has learned and grown so much. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a great preschool experience!”

“Our child has been going to this daycare since the past 2 years. We have seen him grow so much as a person with strong vocabulary and interpersonal skills. They have a variety of activities for kids throughout the day to keep them engaged and learn. Our child even made amazing friends at TLE! However, he's had couple of rough incidents with another kid, who injured him. The staff responded to us in a kind manner and till this day make sure that our child is not in the same room as the other rough kid. The staff is very attentive and responsive to your concerns. We like TLE Lawrenceville!”

“We couldn’t be happier with our experience at The Goddard School in Skillman! From the moment our son started attending, we’ve seen tremendous growth in his confidence, social skills, and love for learning. The teachers and staff are nurturing, professional, and truly dedicated to each child’s development.

The curriculum is thoughtfully designed, blending play-based learning with strong academic foundations. Every day, our son comes home excited to share what he’s learned — from science experiments to storytime adventures. The communication from the school is also outstanding, keeping us informed and involved every step of the way.

We’re so grateful for the warm, safe, and enriching environment Goddard Skillman provides. It has been the perfect first step in our son’s educational journey!”

“The value is definitely here, staff engaging, my little comes home every week showing some new skill knowledge or verbal enhancement. Id give the facility 5 stars but like most daycares my kid comes home sick more then i would like, but with a shift of perspective my daughters immune system is being strengthened for her life ahead.
Thank you god for taking care of my daughter, niece, and Nephews.
This place gave taken great care of the next generation of my family.”

“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!”

“Sending my daughter to The Goddard School was the best decision I have ever made! They have an amazing curriculum, they are so nurturing, and they love the students like they are their own. My daughter’s social skills have improved immensely. She knew how to spell her own name at just THREE years old.”

“My three children have had wonderful experiences at Rainbow Academy! They are well cared for, happy, and academically ready to start Kindergarten in the fall. The staff is creative and kind and they have even begun food exploration for the letter of the week which has been a great way to try new things! We will certainly miss them when we graduate and recommend them for a wonderful preschool/daycare experience!”

“Nothing but wonderful things to say about Goddard. They are so responsive and attentive to every child and parents needs. The curriculum is well rounded and the children are ultimately prepared for Kindergarten. The teachers go above and beyond to make children feel safe and comfortable. My daughter is very anxious and has a hard time leaving mom; now she doesn’t want to ever leave school!!! Great job to Kim and the rest of admin. Juliana, Victoria and Caity are wonderful teachers that we will miss once in elementary school. Thank you always ❤️”

“I cannot say enough great things about Children Central! The director and teachers really make the facility special! They truly care about the children and do a wonderful job of communicating to parents what is going on. Everyone takes the time to answer any and all questions, which makes it feel welcoming. I will be truly sad when my children graduate from Children Central because we will greatly miss the staff. Choosing a place to send your children is a very stressful process, but I am so glad we chose Children Central! The kids are safe, they interact with peers, learn amazing things, and get the comfort of a very caring staff!”

“My wife and I could not have chosen a better place to send our daughter Chloe. She has learned so much. The staff and owner truly are the best and I know our daughter is in good hands. Thank you all for caring as much as you do.
- Josh”

“They really are a great and friendly team! I needed them for a backup care for a few days and they were sooo welcoming, understanding, and just nice. I felt reassured leaving my daughter with them; each pickup my daughter was happy and not wanting to leave. Daily pictures, they kept me updated , my child learned a lot, the center is clean, I have no complaints. Thank you Newtown team (Madison, Laura, Nick, Debbie, & Rima), I am very appreciative! <3”

“Our son loves going to school and we cannot say enough about how caring and loving the teachers are. We started at 6 months in the Young Infant classroom. Ms. Christina, Ms. Sandra, Ms. Nadine and other exceptional caregivers have provided our baby with care and spent countless fun-filled moments with him. Our son transitioned to the next-level room from the infant room this week and Ms. Christina came in ON HER DAY OFF to make sure him and another child transitioned seamlessly. For now he is still upset about the change and misses his previous teachers every morning, but the new teachers make sure there is enough play and hugs to ease him in. I saw one of the teachers easing James to sleep for long, long, minutes during nap time the other day (I think it was Ms. Spencer). It really feels like my baby is safe, happy, and learning new things at Lightbridge. I could not recommend them more.”

“I cannot say enough good things about Jacqueline and Discovery Daycare. I was extremely nervous starting my son in daycare right before his second birthday, but I am so glad that I did. The difference I immediately noticed in his development was wonderful. He went from only saying a few words to speaking full sentences, signing for things and singing. You can tell that she and all of the staff truly care about the children there. My son loves going to school everyday and I am so incredibly grateful for how much he's grown and how dedicated everyone is to ensuring these kids are set up for their future.”

“I was responsible for my friend’s keys while he was getting married at this church. I left them in the pews by mistake and we didn’t realize they were missing until he was on his honeymoon. This caused a lot of stress and put a great strain on our friendship. The kind and caring staff here helped me locate the keys, which was the first step in rebuilding our damaged relationship.”

“I’m so thankful we chose to bring our son here. The teachers are patient, caring, and overall great with the kids. The owner (and teacher!) Ms. Mara, has created a very welcoming environment and you can tell she’s very invested in these kids and their success.

The kids are given a significant amount of playtime, in which they are given the opportunity to explore the classroom and find what best peaks their interest. (When weather permits, they are outside a great deal as well) Art projects and educational lessons are fun and engaging. (You’ll notice a lot of hands-on learning and sensory play)

During some months (especially summer) the classes go on field trips or have visitors come to school. Considering most schools have done away with those types of experiences, it’s nice that the kids can have that here, before they’re off to Kindergarten.

This school is run with children at the forefront. They’ve truly exceeded my expectations and there aren’t many negative things to be said. My son looks forward to going to school each day and the amount of growth we’ve seen has been incredible to watch. He’s more confident, articulate, patient, and eager to learn.”

“This daycare is easily the best decision my husband and I made. Pam put us at ease from the very first day our son attended. We were already so nervous about switching daycares as we just moved to the area and we knew the transition would be tough for our son who had made so many friends in his previous school. I was nearly in tears the first day we dropped him off. Pam stayed with him to get him adjusted to the classroom and even checked in with me to let me know how he was doing. I love that at kiddie academy, our child isn’t just one of the many kids who attend this daycare. Many of the staff members know my son by first name and greet him whenever they see him. You can tell how much they care for each and every child in this school. I read countless reviews when deciding on a daycare for my child. I had literally lost sleep researching all the daycares in the area and reading reviews from other parents. I knew after we toured kiddie academy Hamilton that this is where our son would excel. He’s been attending for a few short months but WOW, we have seen such a huge change in him! He speaks more at home, has picked up so many new words and phrases and our once VERY picky eater (who would only eat goldfish and teddy grahams) was eating nutritious meals provided daily by the school and using utensils! Thank you kiddie academy Hamilton for giving our boy so much love and attention. We have nothing but praise for this school and the wonderful staff ?”

“We’ve had such a great experience with the Infant Room at ADLC. Ms. Casey is incredibly warm, attentive, and truly loves the babies—our little one settled in quickly and absolutely lights up when she sees her! The room feels calm, clean, and well-organized, and we really appreciate the regular updates and photos.

We’ve also noticed some really positive changes under the new management—communication has improved, and the overall vibe at the center feels more professional and nurturing. We’re so glad we chose ADLC for our baby’s first classroom!”

“I have been sending my daughter to Kiddie Academy since she was 4 months old and she is now 2 years old. All of the staff are amazing here, the management and the new Director Melissa always make an effort to accommodate any extra needs for my child. The school is well structured and keeps a clean environment for the children. My daughter is excelling in learning new things with her teachers. I appreciate all of the hard work all of the staff here does to keep the children happy, healthy and safe.”