Schools near Runnemede, NJ

“I just toured here today for infant room and one year old room, both were beautiful!!! All children seemed engaged and happy to be there. This facility does so much child development and psychology research in order to insure great development throughout different stages! I love their non restrictive approach! Can't wait to send my daughter here ?”

“We are grateful to the team for taking care of our toddler, who has been attending for the past several months. Clean facility, great communication, and quality environment for any child. Ms. Stacey has been long-time teacher of our daughter, and they share a lovely bond. Great staff at the front desk as well, always smiling and positive which helps with a great start every morning, for both baby and us parents! Thank you!”

“We’ve had a great experience here, largely because of the people. The teachers genuinely care about the kids, and it shows — our children love them and are excited to be there. Everyone is incredibly friendly and welcoming, and communication from the school is clear and consistent. They do a nice job keeping families informed, hosting thoughtful events, and maintaining a clean, well-run environment. It’s comforting to know your kids are in a place where they’re truly cared for.”

“Ms. Jess has been absolutely wonderful since day one. She creates such a warm and caring environment, and it truly shows in how comfortable Arjun feels with her. Mornings used to be difficult because he would cry at drop-off, but Ms. Jess always takes the time to gently pick him up and comfort him, which means so much to me as a parent. Her patience, kindness, and genuine care make a huge difference.”

“My child attended Cadence Academy from age one to five years old, and we had a great experience. She loved this school and all of the teachers she had. All of the staff were kind, professional, and supportive, and provided us with consistent communication and feedback. It was always clean and provided a great curriculum, preparing her for kindergarten. I would highly recommend this school.”

“My daughter had a wonderful experience visiting the Anne Frank Museum in NYC. It was a great opportunity for her and her friends to go together for learning and fun! Carl as the JCC Teen Engagement Director is doing an amazing job creating such fabulous programming for teens!”

“As first-time parents, choosing a daycare felt like one of the biggest decisions we’ve ever made, and enrolling our son at Primrose Center City was the best choice we could have made.

He started in the infants classroom, and from day one the teachers, administrators, and even the owner (who is incredibly hands-on, present almost every day, and somehow knows every child and parent by name!) made the transition completely seamless. As new parents, that level of care and attention meant everything to us. We truly never worry during the day because we know he is safe, supported, and so loved.

As a dual-career household, having that trust also gives us the mental space to stay focused at work during the day, which is invaluable. The school’s hours are incredibly helpful for working parents, and the fact that they provide meals and snacks removes so much of the daily mental and physical load of planning and prepping food. They even offer quarterly Parents’ Night Out events, which gives my husband and me a built-in date night (even if that sometimes just means takeout and catching up on chores at home!).

Now that he’s moved into the young toddler classroom, we’ve been just as impressed. The transition was thoughtfully handled over time. They gradually introduced him to his new teachers, classroom, and schedule, which made the change feel easy and natural for him (and for us!). It’s been amazing to see how much he’s grown there already. His independence has blossomed, and his communication skills (especially using sign language) have developed so much thanks to the intentional support from his teachers.

We recommend Primrose wholeheartedly to any parent looking for a nurturing, structured, and loving environment for their child. Honestly, even if we move to the suburbs someday, we would absolutely drive in just to keep him here. And if we have another child, there’s no question that they’ll be enrolled at Primrose too.”

“The Giving Tree has been a fantastic daycare for our son, from infancy to the older toddler class. The teachers are caring and attentive, and he’s always excited to go. He’s made great friends, enjoys activities like music, gymnastics, and soccer, and has learned so many life skills. We highly recommend it!”

“Tutor time is a lovely early learning center. The directors and staff truly care about the children and their overall development. The teachers have done a wonderful job at ensuring the children are loved , and cared for during the day! Excellent choice.”

“Always a great time! Volunteers and Priest very welcoming, pleasant and friendly. Bestie and I get to feel like kids again! Parking a bit tough however look forward each year. The Mega 50-50 is a WOW factor! Enjoy and be safe, Everyone.”

“We chose over the rainbow after visiting several other daycares in the area and immediately noticing the difference with OTR. The facility is bright, clean, and welcoming. My daughter has learned so much since starting daycare here and loves going to school each day. Her teachers treat her as one of their own and communicate with us often, sending updates through the day. We are so happy with our choice and thankful to have found staff that treat our daughter and us as family.”

“We are new to the family here, but so far we absolutely love it. We have one child enrolled. We kept her out of daycare for the first year, and tried to work with her educationally, however her fine motor and gross motor skills have soared since starting at the program. I feel comfortable trusting that she is in good hands when she is there, and I love when I pick her up and peak into the classroom before fully going into the room and seeing her interacting with her teachers and classmates. Seeing her build these bonds warms my heart. If you're considering a daycare program with an educational foundation, I couldn't recommend this program and team of teachers enough!”

“This is an amazing daycare my daughters are attending for the summer and i love that my kids go here they are excited to go each day super friendly teachers and a huge classrooms lots for kids to do and learn !”

“The Goddard school in Sicklerville is amazing. After touring it, I knew this was the perfect place to send my son. The entire staff is great, the teachers are so welcoming.. they treat my son as if he’s their own. He truly loves going everyday- which is such a relief for me. I know my son is in great hands. Thank you!”

“I miss going here. This place was my childhood, going there back when the old location was still opened. The atmosphere is always great for kids, especially during the summer. Unfortunately, as the years went on, it became a lot more adults, no longer being just for the kids. It went from a small and colorful establishment with a huge love of Puertorriqueno feels to a bland building that became more restrictive. From happy employees thinking of the kids first to employees just there to get small cash in their pockets. I still love this place, but I miss how it used to feel, especially now that I'm no longer a part of it. I don't get to see the old locations where I used to learn. Never lose your Puertorican joy

Kind regards, an old friend to lost memories
Thank you for teaching me to be proud of my culture ??”

“Our kid was at the Learning Experience from 2024-2026 and we thought they did a great job of taking care of her. It was clear that the staff loved her and there were good behaviors she brought home that we knew she learned at daycare. We appreciated the photos we got of her during the day. It was a great experience for her and for us!”

“Our piano was on the second floor of our old apartment, i was worried that movers would give me a hard time about it. These guys were great, got it down and moved to our new home without a hitch. so glad i called.”

“I am writing a review because I am so happy to see the other reviews about Ms. Crystal!
Meaning she is still with COA Turnersville, she had my twins in the year 2024 and unfortunately we moved out of state. My husband is stationed back in NJ and our first stop with our 4 yr old twins and 2 younger children is our first stop!
Crystal is more than amazing she was family. We were so comfortable, content and happy with her! Her classroom is so clean, fun and comfy, she goes so beyond her job with no cares! It just flows from her heart. I remember one instance where I came in visually upset after having my mom hospitalized and she let me sit in her room, gave me coffee and let me watch her work and it was an amazing experience! You need one of her at every COA! If I cannot have her for my twins I will homeschool my babies! Looking forward to return in the next upcoming weeks!”

“I cannot say enough great things about the Goddard School of Washington Township. My son has been attending this location since he was about six months old, and he has essentially grown up there. It has truly been a wonderful and impactful experience for our family.

He is always safe and well cared for, the facility is clean and welcoming, and the Director Stephanie, is fantastic. The teachers are loving, nurturing, and truly make learning fun for the children. One thing I especially appreciate is that there has been very little staff turnover, which has made it easy to build strong relationships with the individuals who spend so much time with your child.

I would absolutely recommend this location to anyone and everyone looking for a caring, supportive, and high quality environment for their child.”

“Our baby currently attends children’s village, since 15 mos, and we cannot speak more highly of a program in the Philly area. Not only do they have a dietary program that is filled with nutritious, culturally diverse foods, but the teachers there are like handing your child off to a second family. My daughter LOVES her teachers, they give us daily updates, and her curriculum is always changing and age progressive. The cost and flexibility of the hours are fantastic, but the best thing of all? Knowing that you can safely and loving use your Children’s Village community to foster growth, love, and independence.”

“My son LOVES it here and asks to go to school on weekends. He’s made so many friends and he loves ALL of the teachers. You can tell the teachers truly enjoy and love the kiddos. I couldn’t imagine him anywhere else. The teachers and directors are all so kind and happily answer any of my questions or concerns. Safety is always a priority which is so important. My son loves the playground and all the fun activities! Especially during summer when they have water play, magicians, foam parties and more!”

“10/10 experience from the place, staff, setup. It was perfect, my son turned 1 and we had his party here. They say there isn’t parking but there is street parking or 1 block away a nice parking lot”

“Our favorite thing about St. John’s is the teachers and staff.
Our son started St. John’s after a negative experience at another school. His St. John’s teacher was so kind and he instantly loved school. His behavior even improved both at school and at home.
Our son was diagnosed with a serious illness while attending St. John’s. The teachers were so accommodating about anything we needed, and never made us feel like a burden. With everything we stressed about over his health, it was so reassuring to never have to worry about whether or not he was being taken care of properly at school. The teachers truly love their students. We even had gifts show up from the teachers after his diagnosis.
St. John’s is a true family atmosphere. There are so many special events and family dinners. So many opportunities to get to know your child’s teachers and the other parents. I don’t know how they do it but somehow they select the most loving, one-of-a-kind teachers.
The children go outside just about every day (twice if they attend full day), unless the weather is extreme. The teachers post pictures for the parents to see, which we absolutely loved! I think the director even knows every child by name.
We are confident our son received the perfect education and experience to prepare him for kindergarten. As a nervous first-time mom, I just can’t say enough wonderful things about our time at St. John’s.”

“My daughter has been going here for a year. She started at 4 months old and we have nothing but good things to say. She loves her teachers and we always participate in the theme days and events!”

“NG Academy is one of the best daycare and pre-k schools in South Jersey. My child went here for over a year and changed in positive ways because of this school like developing speech and handwriting. He made friends and had a great experience overall. Ms. Shiro cares about the children and provides a fun, warm, and safe environment for kids to play, learn, grow, and explore new things. 10/10 recommend! Thank you for everything, Ms. Shiro! Much appreciated always!”

“Absolutely love LPDN! My daughter’s first time in school and it was a wonderful experience. Her teachers were the best. The administration always greeting you with a warm welcome when you walk in. She loved her first year and we’re excited to return again!”

“Nice training facility. Nancy is excellent with her training techniques. She is not one of those trainers that believes in over corrections to get what you want from your dog.”

“We absolutely love Cadence Academy and cannot say enough wonderful things about them. The staff is incredibly responsible, caring, and loving toward the children. My son truly adores his teacher, he even asks about her on the weekends and requests to see her, which speaks volumes about the bond they’ve built.

When my son first started, he had a speech delay, but thanks to the consistent support and dedication from his teacher, he no longer even meets the criteria for speech therapy. They actively work with him on tracing letters, as well as number and letter recognition, and the progress we’ve seen has been amazing.

My oldest son also attends their summer camp and absolutely loves it. He talks about it all year long and can’t wait for summer to go back. The field trips are fantastic, and on non–field trip days the kids enjoy so many fun activities in their huge, fenced-in backyard.

Cadence Academy has exceeded our expectations in every way. We feel so grateful to have found a place where our children are loved, supported, and truly thrive. I highly recommend them to any family looking for exceptional care and education.”

“My kids have been going here for 2 years now, and we look forward to start of Fall year. Both my kids are happy when we drop them off and happy when we pick them up. Thank you TLE for taking care of my kids so well.”