Schools near Dunellen, NJ

“I’ve seen a clear improvement in my daughter’s executive functions while taking these classes. She has had to plan ahead to set aside time to get homework and practice done. Great way to practice accountability and personal responsibility. Miss Maria is so patient and an excellent teacher!”

“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!”

“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”

“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.”

“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.”

“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 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!”

“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!”

“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.”

“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.”

“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'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.”

“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.”

“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!”

“Great place for your children to learn and grow! Great staff! Loving and caring. Special thank you to Rene, Chris , Anna and Daisy. They make it feel like family ”

“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!”

“Amazing staff with so much heart and caring mindset. My daughter just turned 2 and has been going here for 5 months now. I couldn't ask for better daycare. We are very thankful to the whole team at Kinder Kastle. I would recommend this place to everyone with little ones..”

“Westminster Nursery School has been such a welcoming and nurturing environment for my family since 2018. I can not say enough good things about the teachers and staff. My children absolutely love their teachers and have thrived at Westminster, having learned essential social skills and more importantly, having fun learning! I highly recommend this program!”

“Gingham Giraffe is a wonderful preschool and now has a full day Kindergarten program. We are so impressed with the program, teachers and curriculum. Our children are receiving a well-rounded school experience.”

“In my opinion, this day care is THE BEST DAY CARE in town (and neighboring towns). Let me start off by saying, that similar to many parents, I researched many daycares before choosing a location. In addition, my child attended two other day cares before we landed here.

The way the teachers interact with the children is wonderful to see. The teachers are firm and consistent in their approach to bad behavior, they are attentive, kind, and patient, their curriculum provides a good education, they have fun (art, shaving cream, dancing).

It’s truly the BEST DAYCARE IN TOWN. My daughter has learned so much!!!!! Examples - ABC’s, sign language, how to write, even some Spanish colors, and so much more.

The Director, Johana is phenomenal, as well. My daughter was having a behavioral issue ~2-3 months into joining. She was ok with the other children but she was not listening to the teachers and displaying bad behavior that was not her normal behavior. At first, I thought maybe it was the daycare but I believe it was due to the fact that we just changed daycares and in parallel I was transitioning her into her own room / bed.

To put this into context, it got bad enough to where Johana (the director) had to sit me down. She explained all the issues and the impact it was having. She gave some recommendations on what we could work to implement, together, to try and rectify the problem. She was also very clear on how long we had to try and implement a solution (before we would need to change schools). All things I truly appreciated because there was over communication on the problem, a willingness to work together to try and resolve the issue, and a clear deadline.

In the end, I was finally able to get through to my daughter and her morning statements of “I don’t want to go here!!!” changed into “I can’t wait to tell Ms. Caila XYZ” or greeting Mrs. Johana on the way to excitedly join Ms. Temu’s class.

Their willingness to try and work with you (as a parent) and their dedication to providing a safe, fun, and educational place for all the children is impeccable. You won’t regret sending your child, here.”

“Both of our children attended Primrose School of Berkeley Heights, and we had a very positive experience from the toddler class through PreK and summer camp. The teachers are extremely skilled, caring, patient, responsive, constantly provide feedback, and create a real connection with the kids (they often ask how the kids are doing, years after moving on to a different class or school). They’ve helped teach our kids everything from proper hand washing to reading and math. Regular classroom activities are often supplemented with special programs or guests focused on sports, arts, or science. And the frequent updates, photos and videos throughout the day are reassuring (and fun to look through.) The administrative staff work very hard to keep the school running smoothly and the families involved and updated (email responses are very prompt) and even entertained (there is at least one family event or party per quarter, with good food, nice decorations, and fun things to do for all.) The school building, classrooms, and playground are clean, safe, well-equipped, nicely decorated, and comfortable. The food and snacks provided (which is so convenient!) are healthy, diverse, but also tasty (kids sometimes make desserts in class.) We are happy to see our children so well-prepared for school - but also sad they have to leave the comforting environment of PSBH and its teachers and staff.”

“This daycare came highly recommended. It does not disappoint. My son started at 5 months old and absolutely loves it. Even from the interview it smelled so clean and the owners were so warm and friendly. I can tell when I pick him up he loves the staff and enjoys his time there. The program is very structured and i appreciate all of the rules in place for keeping my child safe, happy, and healthy. I feel secure leaving my child there during the day Monday through Friday and would recommend this daycare to any other parents looking for a daycare.”

“Wonderful staff, great curriculum. Everyone is warm and inviting, including other parents. My child enjoys going to daycare thanks to his teachers. Being at Goddard has helped with sleep routine, positive eating habits, following simple instructions, connecting with others, and discovery and play. We are content with our choice of school and would highly recommend.”

“My son has been going to TLE since he was 6 months old. He has grown so much here and the staff is so supportive and patient with children. If anyone is looking for a place where they want to know their kids are safe, learning, and taken care of, this is the place to be. Thank you TLE Somerset”