Schools near Springfield, NJ

“We enrolled our daughter in the SGA (infant and toddler classes) when she was 15 months old, and everything, starting from the school tour through all further processes, was amazing. The school management is very responsive and supportive. We are lucky to collaborate with Ms. Allie. She is a super professional teacher, supports my child a lot and creates an amazing trusted relationship between school and parents. Our daughter has learned and developed a lot of academic (during STEM, arts & crafts, circle and story time, letters and sounds) and social skills, and she enjoys going to school every day. Ms. Allie creates a magical atmosphere in class. My daughter feels happy and joyful, and I can observe her learning and development progress every day.Without any doubts, I continue to collaborate with SGA and watch my child's further success together with SGA!”

“Teachers are attentive , empathetic and caring. Daycare is always clean and smells good. Nice outdoor playgrounds for physical activity. They have a lot of learning and fun activities each day, and also offer enrichment activities like karate. overall a 10/10 daycare.”

“My family and I have had the absolute pleasure of sending our children to PSA for the past four years, and I cannot say enough wonderful things about this incredible school. From the moment we first stepped through the doors, we knew we had found a nurturing and enriching environment for our kids.Located in the heart of Montclair, PSA is a true gem in the community. What sets this preschool apart is its unwavering commitment to the growth and development of every child who walks through its doors. It definitely fosters a family environment.The teachers and staff are exceptional. They treat every child with love, respect, and individualized attention. It's evident that they genuinely care about the well-being and success of each student.The school is always clean, secure, and well-maintained. We are very pleased with their response to the pandemic and sent our kids back with ease. Additionally, the classrooms are filled with age-appropriate toys, books, and materials that encourage exploration and creativity. My little ones loved the imagination play!If you are looking for a preschool that values your child's growth, happiness, and overall well-being, I wholeheartedly recommend Park Street Academy. It truly is a place where families become part of a loving and supportive community. Thank you, PSA, for four amazing years, and for laying the foundation for a lifetime of learning and success for our children.”

“Updating 12/23 to add that my daughter is now in her second year at Playhouse and continues to thrive. She has learned so much about how to treat others kindly and express herself constructively. I continue to marvel at the clever teaching methods. For example, they recently did a unit on germs and painted the kids hands with glitter so they could see how the glitter/germs spread around the room as they played.2/23: I am picky about daycares and preschools - most seem to be fine, but not amazing. Playhouse is one of those rare schools that is amazing and we feel so lucky to have found it. Our daughter is thriving - she loves going and she is engaged with the various activities. Every staff member is lovely and wonderful - they create a safe and supportive environment and they do such creative and incredible things with the kids. They have a great library for the teachers to pull from and I so appreciate my daughter's exposure to things (like her class pet) that she otherwise wouldn't be. Highly recommend!”

“I truly can’t say enough great things about marigold academy (formerly education station) in Bloomfield. It is such a special, well-rounded daycare with amazing, caring staff, exceptional + big outdoor playground space/toys, and tons of learning and toys inside. I was absolutely blown away with how much my child learned there and felt it was the perfect mix of play + lots of educational learning. My child absolutely thrived at marigold academy and we were SO sad to leave due to moving out of town. The child to teacher ratios are also amazing and small- much better than most other daycares. The staff does so many fun things to keep kids smiling and having fun such as weekly music class, holiday decorations and music, yoga, outdoor play, water play in the summer, etc. I love this place and recommend it so highly!!”

“This day care exceeded my expectations. The teachers are not only experienced but genuinely love what they do. My child always comes home happy and eager to share stories from her day. It's truly a warm and loving environment, and I couldn't be happier with our choice.Thanks so much all tether and Miss Elena ”

“Sunnyfields has been my daughters daycare for the past two years and we are so sad she graduated from Pre-k! This daycare has been phenomenal and my daughter is definitely prepared for kindergarten!”

“I’m thankful to have found Lightbridge Academy for my son and daughter! Their hours are flexible and the teachers are so understanding of every child’s needs. I love having access to see my child during the day and getting a report daily. My son has grown so independent since his routine at daycare!”

“Our son has been going to Espin for one year. He also attended last summer. He still talks about the fun summer that he had. When he first started, we noticed the growth in language and behavior within a few weeks. It was amazing to see! The school is clean, staff are very helpful and caring. His class is small, about 10 kids in the classroom. His teachers care a lot about his growth and well-being. We receive daily pictures of him through the app which is so awesome! My husband and I are very happy with Espin. Highly recommend!”

“I've been taking my children here since 2013. The staff is caring and they take precautions to keep the children safe. Before choosing Kings Kids, I did my research and went to see 3 other daycares. I felt so safe choosing Kings Kids and I cant say enough good things about Miss Joanne and her staff! The religious aspect is an added Bonus!!”

“I can't rave enough about New Generations Learning Center! My daughter Sophia absolutely loves it there, and as a parent, I couldn't be happier. The teachers are not only incredibly attentive but also create such a warm environment. The daycare's camera system provides a sense of security, allowing me to check in on Sophia throughout the day. What really sets them apart is their fantastic reporting system – I get all the details about Sophia's activities, which keeps me in the loop and reassured. It's a relief knowing she's in such capable hands. Highly recommends! ??? #HappyParent #NewGenerationsRocks”

“Middleton is truly an amazing school. It’s like being part of a warm loving family. They take care of your child like their own. We spent two wonderful years at Middleton. Linda is the best. Every teacher truly cares about your child. Wish we could have stayed longer.”

“I have nothing but fabulous things to say about TLE Roseland. My son has been enrolled here for the past 2.5 years, from the time he was 4 months old on. He's received an exceptional education, has built really strong social skills and has become incredibly adaptable - I credit this all to caring teachers here. He's been in 4 different class rooms in his time there, each with a different set of teachers - we've found all of the staff to be incredibly helpful, personable and proactive. I've also felt secure and in the loop on everything he and his class are doing during the day with the updates and pictures in the app. I've found the level of communication to be excellent and seems far beyond what others provide based on the feedback from my mom friends. Next week will unfortunately be his last week at the Roseland location, as we're moving him to the TLE location closer to home in Bloomfield that is now owned by the same franchise partners. It was a very tough decision that we put off making, but it saves us a two hour round trip daily commute and we know that he'll receive the same standard of care and education at the other location.”

“I love it here. I was very nervous being a first time parent and still is everyday but I have 100% trust in the staff here taking care of my first son. If he is sick they immediately call and turn it to RN's haha. They keep parents up to date on class dojo and post plenty pictures of the kids on the daily. They have great activities for the scholars and is building the community. They are quick to response to any questions and they do not take any criticism personally. I've myself have had times when I was upset and addressed the staff and the responded positively to make sure I was a happy parent. Great group of staff and great place for kids . I have even arranged play dates with parents from this school to meet outside of school. Thanks buzzing bees in east orange !”

“The learning experience (TLE) in Livingston has made my transition back to work super easy and I was confident in their ability to care for my son. When I was looking into daycares, TLE was great from the start. I went to visit the center with my young baby and was greeted with kindness. Patty and Corinne explained the centers style and answered all of my questions. My son started in the infant room at 5 months old with Miss Loretta and I could not be more pleased. I work in healthcare and finding a facility that provides early hours and/ or extended hours was hard to find. My son participates in the before care and Miss Neequa and Miss Loretta always greet us with a smile at 630AM. We have been here for over a year at this time and I still am impressed with the activities for the children. I highly recommend this facility.Bonus: they have two new outdoor turf playgrounds, and a grass fenced in area for the kiddies.”

“Kiddie Academy of Floram Park is a trusted and caring day care that one can find in the neighborhood. All the teachers are extremely patient interacting with the children. The center director and assistant director are very passionate about taking extra attention to the details. They made the classroom a second home for my daughter to nurture beautifully!!!”

“I have been working at this center for about two years and I can honestly say my experience has been amazing! Ms. Elizabeth goes above and beyond not only for us staff but for the children as well. Her open door policy makes is so much easier to go to her with any of my questions and concerns!”

“Our son has been attending Primrose School of Florham Park for just under a year and we absolutely love this school. The staff is amazing, the entire operation is extremely well-organized, and they truly care about your child. My son is excited to go to school every day. His teachers are kind and loving. The office staff is responsive and informative. We love Primrose!!!”

“I absolutely love all of the teachers at the school. They take care of my daughter like she is one of their own. I understand it’s a business, but I do feel like my daughter learns so much and is cared for as if she is family. Looking forward to continuing her education at KinderCare in Whippany.”

“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.”

“Choosing HPI School for CNA training was great choice.Learned lot of things. Great environment, Great experience. Thankyou Professor Anneta, for your support and encouragement. Thankyou Pamella, you were so friendly and supportive. ???”

“Jennifer runs this place with SO MUCH care and attention.. she puts in 1,000% every single day in making sure the children are cared for and attended to in every situation. All the staff members that I've met are wonderful beyond expectation. Rebecca, especially has been so kind and helpful on numerous occasions. I can't thank everyone enough!”

“We really love all of the teachers and staff so far. They seem to genuinely care about each of the students which puts me at ease as a first time parent. They do some really fun activities as well, like the classroom parties and projects! My son really likes his teachers as well and you can see his development from being enrolled!Our son started at 1 year old and he loves it! You can really see that he enjoys socializing with others. While he’s still learning the mechanics of being in a classroom setting, you can definitely see those skills developing.He loves Ms Estrella and Ms Cat, his main teachers! They are both so caring and they seem to have a lot of fun with their students. He also got a chance to hang out with Ms Juwell at a Parents Night Out event and now she’s one of his favorite people.I’m so glad we found Lightbridge Academy in Whippany! It’s close to home and work for me, and everyone has been amazing!”

“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.”

“Brainiac’s has been a tremendous support for my Pandemic toddler. Since he has begun there has been so much growth for this tiny human who has not had much interaction in social and educational settings. It takes a village, I’m happy we are apart of it.”

“We have loved having our kiddos at Bright Horizons! It’s a safe and nurturing environment and the teachers are amazing. Ms. Alexis and Ms. Rose are like family ”

“I can say that I was extremely nervous to step into a classroom setting for the very first time. I wondered if I would be a good fit and if I had anything valuable to give growing and impressionable future leaders. When I started Primrose, I was taken in immediately as if I’ve always been there. I appreciate that administration and the teachers were so patient and understanding with me being new to a classroom setting. Before you knew it, I felt like I could take on any classroom or situation with the same grace and encouragement that I received from Primrose. I will always remember everything and I will always appreciate Primrose, so thank you for the experience and thank you for making me feel included.”

“Very well run school with great administrators and teachers. Trilingual program which is very unique. My kids have been with them since 1yr and 18M, respectively (and they’re now 2 and 4.5), and they love it. Based on what I’ve seen, the teachers put a lot of thoughts into the lesson planning even for the younger toddlers.”

“We absolutely love the Goddard School of West Orange! Our oldest has been there since they opened and has learned a great deal. We are fully confident she will be very well prepared for kindergarten in the fall! Our second child has also been there for a year and half and is doing amazing. Not only have both of our children learned a great deal and have developed excellent social skills but they are truly loved by all of the teachers/staff at the school. It feels like a family and we couldn't be happier with our experience at Goddard West Orange!”

“Alpine Montessori school is full of wonderful and genuine people who happen to be great teachers too! I now have two kids attending Alpine and my youngest will go there as well, I highly recommend Alpine! Here is why.Three years ago I chose Alpine Montessori for my oldest daughter for several reasons; it has a diverse student body, the staff is warm, friendly and knowledgable, the school is in a home and is very inviting, and the classrooms are clean and well organized. Alpine also has good security and I love the Montessori system and the curriculum/program that the school has developed.I could not be happier with my decision to send my oldest daughter to Alpine. She is now in the Kindergarten program and has grown so much over the last three years. My daughter is doing things in her class that I would not have thought possible three years ago (example: introduction to concepts such as fractions!).My daughter has loved all of her teachers at Alpine and I believe that those strong personal connections are what has allowed her to flourish so much.The school has been very good about moving my oldest daughter around between classes when she was ready for new challenges. She has SO much fun at school and comes home completely exhausted that she’s usually asleep by 7 pm.Alpine offers extracurricular activities (dance, music, science) which I take advantage of. This has been wonderful since driving around on the weekdays is a challenge (she has two younger sisters),I appreciate that at Alpine there are always opportunities for parents to volunteer and be involved. To sum it up, I could not be happier with our experience at Alpine. There was one moment this past fall when my daughter needed a small medical procedure and we couldn’t get her in to surgery for almost two months. Knowing that her teacher at Alpine assured me “I will take care of her as if she were my own”. I cried. I know that my daughter’s teacher meant what she said as I have seen her take care of all the kids in this manner.The owner of Alpine is also very nice and has three kids himself (they are older) so he is very easy to talk to and is always available to parents.Alpine is a wonderful school for my children and I hope you give it serious consideration for the educational and developmental needs of your child as well.”