Schools near South Plainfield, NJ

“UCMAS is the best program for kids who start at early age, it helps with brain development and they will stand out in the crowd and their thinking power is amazing!!
My son started this program when he was 4.5 yrs during Covid before he started his Kindergarten. I still remember first class with Mrs. Saswati, the way she introduced this program to me and my son was extraordinary. He started online classes with Ms.Bhruga Patel, she is a great teacher - my son used to love working with her. Every year he grew so much and I was amazed to see how he mentally does all the math problems and earned awards at each level. He graduated during summer of 2024 and earned Grade 1 plaque.
I strongly recommend this program and encourage parents to join their kids !!”

“We as well as out two daughters had a great experience using the services at TLE Piscataway. Teachers and the staff were friendly and genuinely cared about the kids. Their Pre-K class and infant class were lead by amazing teachers who made a memorable experience for our daughters. Thank you TLE!”

“I highly recommend Lightbridge academy at Route 27 North Brunswick . I love the way the care and activities they provide to kids. For Pre-school programs , I must say ,hats-off to teachers for shaping our kids journey towards Kindergarten. I want toGive special Shout out to for Ms. Anu, Ms Meenaxi and Ms. Renne for the unconditional love and support my kid has received. I explained my concerns regarding my kid eczema and Ms.Anu had taken it in consideration with her sincere care and love ?. Thank you so much !”

“My son has been attending Lightbridge Academy since he was a year and a half old. This is his second home for the past 3 years. All his teachers and the administrators are outstanding. I can say that he has grown and learned a lot here.Like any parent, I was initially apprehensive about sending my young child to a daycare facility. But that was quickly alleviated. The center’s director and all the staff including the teachers are very attentive and caring. And the daily updates/feedback with photos, videos on their app also helps when you send your child to a new place.Overall, I would definitely recommend the Lightbridge academy at Edison.”

“My neice works here Ms Lee Lee she loves it here she tell me about all the fun activities she does with the children the staff and adnin is all about the kids! I highly recommend the Goddard school”

“I can’t begin to thank TLE staffers for everything that they do for my son. My son has been attending here since he was 2 years old, & has gained new confidence in not only his personality, but in his abilities, & capabilities. The teachers here are phenomenal, caring, and attentive.”

“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.”

“My daughter loves going to Small Blessings. Teachers and Director are very helpful and updates me her activities. She is excited saying and shows me what she did in school every day.”

“We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Little Angel’s! The staff is incredibly kind, patient, and attentive. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed and at ease knowing our daughter was in safe, loving hands. She’s grown so much socially and emotionally, and she comes home every day with a big smile. The environment is clean, engaging, and filled with activities that support learning and creativity. We’re truly grateful for the care and dedication the entire team puts into each child’s development. Highly recommend!”

“Ms Hudson is a great director. I had the chance to experience her work and dedication to the school a few years back. I had my son Jasper enrolled in her school and she was always organized and very nurturing to the kids. I'm so excited to learn that she also opened another school. My child always enjoyed going to the school and meeting his friends and teachers. I would recommend my friend's children to go to this school if they are in the area because you will see a big difference in your child's developmental growth. Thanks again Ms. Hudson for all that you have done for my child and the other children there.Jeff M.”

“We transferred our daughter into Lightbridge about two months ago. Miss Kierra, Miss Jill, and Miss Nevaeh have made it seamless. She is always happy going and tells me how she had such a good day (which we never heard before). The teachers are engaged and truly seem to care about the kids. Such a great experience and happy we transitioned over!”

“I have been working with Larry for years since a major physical set back. He always has workouts that are within my limitations but still push me to get stronger. His knowledge is so expansive. He knows so much about the human body and what makes it work best. Add in his knowledge of food and you have the whole package. Larry doesn't just know all these things he lives them, making him empathetic on top of encouraging. I would highly recommend Larry to anyone looking to become more healthy!”

“We’ve been a part of the TLE Warren family since January 2022 and there just aren’t enough wonderful things we can say about it. The facility, the staff, the teachers, everything. Our kids are so happy coming in to school each day. They enjoy learning and playing. The staff is so good at communicating each day whether it’s a phone call or email. Thanks to the app we are kept up to date on our children’s daily activities. They always have fun things planned for the kids each month and they make summer time so fun. We highly recommend this center to anyone considering it.”

“We have had 2 kids at Clark Kindercare and both have been equally happy there. We have been fortunate to have teachers that really care about our kids and treat them like their own. They have a variety of enrichment programs for the kids to participate in and you can’t beat the hours. We are lucky to have them as part of our “village”.”

“We started at TLE when our son was 9 months old and it was his first daycare experience. I cannot say enough positive things about everyone who works here! They are all fantastic, so communicative and also love and care for our son. He has learned so much and I have to give credit to all of his wonderful teachers and the experiences that he had here. Recently we switched centers after we moved and were so sad to leave after 2 years. This is a fantastic daycare and I cannot recommend it enough!”

“Brainiacs child care center has a phenomenal loving and caring staff and director . They cater to the needs of my child without hesitation! I have no concern when leaving my child in their care ! I know he is going to be taken very good care of ! The teachers are always loving and welcoming ! I wouldn’t trade this center in for anything else ! I HIGHLY recommend this center above ANYTHING ELSE !”

“I'm delighted to recommend RLDCC. My child has been attending for almost a year now and we couldn't be happier. The teachers, staff and principal are amazing, communicative and caring. There's a lot of communication with families and they are always open to talk and receive families with open arms. They provide 2 meals and a snack, always healthy and nutritious options. The curriculum is extensive and varied, and it is adjusted to the kids needs and likes. My kid has learned a lot, but most importantly has fun and enjoys spending time at RLDCC. I personally love the fact that there's little "technology" involved, it makes the kids' experience more authentic, hands-on and involved. We love RLDCC!”

“I cannot express enough how grateful I am for the outstanding care my child receives at Little Genius Academy. From the moment we walked in 2019, we felt welcomed and reassured that we had made the right choice for our little one.The staff at LGA are a group of dedicated and caring professionals who go above and beyond to create a safe and nurturing environment. Their genuine love for children is evident in every interaction, and it's clear that they prioritize the well-being and happiness of each child in their care.The facility itself is clean, organized, and well-equipped with age-appropriate toys and learning materials.Communication is key for us as parents, and LGA excels in keeping us informed about our child's daily activities, milestones, and any concerns. The regular updates and open lines of communication have fostered a strong sense of trust between us and the daycare team.What sets LGA apart is the personal touch they bring to childcare. Birthdays are celebrated, achievements are acknowledged, and there's a genuine sense of community among the families. It truly feels like an extended family, and that sense of connection is invaluable.I highly recommend LGA to any parent seeking a nurturing and enriching environment for their child. Our family is grateful to have found such a wonderful daycare, and we are confident that our child is in the best hands. Thank you, LGA, for making a positive impact on our child's early years!”

“Our son has been attending Apple Montessori since July. He started with summer camp, later continued with the school year.Its always wonderful to see our son eager to go to preschool in the morning. Staff are great, take lot of effort to keep the kids engaged with various activities, setting a solid foundation for his academic life. We also noticed huge difference in social skills, vocabulary since he joined Apple. We highly recommend Apple for anyone looking for preschool in Metuchen area.”

“We had a wonderful experience at peace rose for prek3, prek4 and two summers. Ms. Carmen and all of her staff are nurturing, caring, and supportive. We would recommend to anyone for a well rounded and caring environment.”

“When we moved to Scotch Plains, the first thing I thought about was a language immersion program. Jump Immersion has been so great to our son! Amazing teachers and Miss Leyla always has a smile to greet us. Thank you!”

“I can’t speak highly enough of this school. The teachers and staff are caring, attentive, creative and fun. The school is safe, clean and puts my mind at ease knowing my 15 month old daughter is in their care. My now 7 year old attended preschool here and it still feels like a family after all these years. The staff are the same, which speaks for the atmosphere and support they are given by the thoughtful and highly knowledgeable owners.”

“I'll start this review by saying that as a first time mom, the most difficult decision to date has been how to even start the process to find the best daycare that will meet all of my baby's needs while my husband and I are at work. I went on many interviews and even had to make a difficult decision to have her enrolled at another facility due to lack of immediate availability and unfortunately they were not a good fit, but that is what ultimately led us back to waiting for a space at Crawlers 2 Scholars. This facility was worth the wait. I first scheduled a tour with Sue earlier in the year and from the first phone call to my first meet and greet she was knowledgeable, warm, responsive, honest, and true to her word regarding a wait time. Once there was an available space for my daughter in the infant room, Nicole the director went above and beyond to not only make my one year old feel welcome (with baby massages and peek a boo hellos) but she continues to be an intricate part of her adjusting to her daycare experience. She is in Miss Christine and Miss Michele's infant class and they greet her with smiles and open arms every day and even message me on days she isn't in checking to see how she is doing wishing her all the best. They keep my husband and I informed with pictures, videos, messages, and updates throughout the day in the app (and emails)and we couldn't be more grateful for the full transparency in communication and to have found them to care for our baby. They celebrate all holidays and are hands on with the kids, have weekly itineraries/schedules emailed, keep the infants busy with sensory activities and engage with them constantly whether it's with a music class or walk outside in strollers! They even take the time at pick up to let me know how her day was. Our daughter has a daily adjustment period that requires patience, love, understanding, and often times a lot of tears. There has not been a single instance that they have not welcomed her with open arms with the "we got this" and "go and have a great day" attitude. If I could give them 100 stars I would. We have discussed a potential move in the near future and we will continue to bring her to Crawlers 2 Scholars no matter the distance as this has become her second home! We recommend this to any family looking for a positive experience! Worth every penny.”

“Sending your child to daycare has to be the scariest decision you could make, especially at 6 months old. Before sending my daughter to Lightbridge we had toured other places as well - Lightbridge was the most responsive, accommodating, supportive. My daughter is in the young infants class for about 6 months now and the comfort I feel while she’s there is amazing. As a working mom it’s hard to work and worry about your child’s day to day needs are being fulfilled but I know with Lightbridge I have nothing to worry about. The young infant teachers are all amazing, Ms Destiny is my daughter’s primary teacher and God bless her because she really goes beyond the expectations of her. I never ever had an issue with communication-can always contact them for anything literally, the cameras are a great plus especially for a nervous mom like me, they set your child up with a great schedule to prepare them for setting up, most importantly they treat every child as an individual and understand their personality and need on an Individual basis. My daughter will be going to Lightbridge for a very long time and that makes me so happy as I know her growth will skyrocket here!”

“Lightbridge Academy Iselin has become part of our family. Our family was very nervous in putting my 6 month old colicky baby into daycare. Within just a short period of time, we realized this was the best decision for my daughter. My daughter is now a year and three months old and she's learned so much. She is very verbal, loves to play and has excelled in every milestone. Ms. Kelly, Ms. Jenn, Ms. Sobina and Ms. Sangita really are the absolute best. I am known to voice my concerns but anything that comes up, the staff quickly answers and assures me things will be handled and addressed. I'm very thankful my little one attends Lightbridge, can't wait to see what the future holds.”

“My daughter has been attending previous gems since she was 18 months. She loves all her teachers and has made tremendous progress. They focus on life skills and academics teaching children numbers, words, writing skills, counting and more. My daughter is safe, happy and thriving eroding all my worries.”

“We sent both our sons to the Goddard School for 8 years and could not have loved it more. The teachers and facilities were wonderful and my children grew so much during their time there. I highly recommend it for anyone needing a school for their children.”

“Both my kids go here and love it. Director is amazing — super involved and always easy to talk to. Staff really cares about the kids and makes it feel like family. Couldn’t ask for anything more.”

“My children (2 and 5) have attended KinderCare for the past 5 years and it has been nothing but an amazing experience for my family. We have specifically been at the Mountain Boulevard location for almost 2 years and there have been a lot of changes. They are under a new management team, and we can't say enough positive things about the directors, Melissa and Mariana. They are both at the center consistently and always greeting every child and family with a smile. They have done such a wonderful job creating a warm, fun, and inviting environment and my kids love going to school because of it. We also love how much they care about safety and supervision, and how much they invest into their teachers. It is clear that this team loves what they do because it reflects in the love they show to my kiddos.Miss Julia, Miss Ana, Ms. Konny, Mr. Eric, and every other teacher in the building are nothing but kind, patient, nurturing, and loving. Having to leave my children in the care of others was not an easy decision, but this team has gained mine and my wife's complete trust and confidence, and that is rare and special.Thank you to the Melissa, Mariana, and the rest of the team at Mountain Boulevard KinderCare for loving and caring for my children as if they were their own. We couldn't be happier to be apart of this KinderCare family!”