Partner Preschool Directory

The Tree House preschool is a nurturing and creative preschool that encourages the development of each child’s social, emotional and academic potential. Accepting children ages 2 to 5, The Tree House’s goal is to provide an experience that is fun, educational,
meaningful and developmentally appropriate for each child.

Program: 3, 4 or 5 days

St. John’s Nursery School offers an organized, educational environment that focuses on the development of the “whole” child. Our certified, experienced teachers use the creative curriculum to enhance each child’s social, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, and physical skills. We partner with parents to develop the child’s independence, self-confidence, and love of learning.

Program: 3 or 5 days

The School of Saint Elizabeth provides students with a strong academic foundation, stimulates intellectual curiosity, encourages creativity and fosters self-respect. Children are encouraged to grow in knowledge, love and faith in a Catholic tradition of academic excellence. The School is committed to providing a supportive environment for all children and their families, and values racial, religious and ethnic diversity.

Program: 3 or 5 days

The Palmer School is a private, non-profit educational facility of the Bernardsville United Methodist Church. The school has been in operation since September, 1982, and a select number of child care institutions nationally accredited by the National Academy of Early Childhood Programs (NAEYC.) The Palmer School provides care and education for children focusing on the needs of the total child according to his or her developmental readiness. Therefore, all programs include activities in the areas of math, science, creative arts, movement, imaginative play, play with manipulative toys, pre-reading and language development.

Program: 3, 4 or 5 days

The Preschool Place provides a developmentally appropriate, nurturing environment to promote social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth, as well as a positive self-image and a love of learning.

Program: 2, 3 or 5 days

The Dogwood School of Chester provides early childhood education for children two through six. Located in a quiet, residential neighborhood in Chester Township, it provides a peaceful, home-like environment and is the natural transition for a child’s first school experience.

Program: 3, 4 or 5 days

Union Hill Church Preschool provides a secure loving environment with small class sizes for children. The nurturing and experienced staff provides a variety of developmentally appropriate materials, activities and experiences that encourage a balance of academic and social growth.

Program: 2, 3, 4 or 5 days

El Primer Paso is a NAEYC-accredited, bilingual preschool program designed to build children’s kindergarten readiness. Certified teachers and bilingual staff help children develop language, social and communication skills while supporting families with culturally competent parent engagement and education programs. Family resources include full-day and after-school programs.

Program: 2, 3 or 5 days

Jefferson Child Care & Education Center provides an environment that offers children opportunities to grow and learn through a developmentally appropriate curriculum, which recognizes and addresses the needs of each child who develops physically, emotionally and socially at their own individual pace.

Program: 2, 3 or 5 days

Madison Montessori School is a not-for-profit school that provides children with an authentic Montessori education in a creative and caring environment. The experienced Montessori teaching staff and student/teacher ratio is key to accommodating the many levels of ability in the classroom. The program is 5-half days per week for children 3- to 6- years of age.

Program: 5 days

A nonsectarian Montessori nursery school whose program is based on a unique balance between the benefits of the Montessori Method and the ideals of traditional nursery school. It is implemented through five areas of education: art program, music program, gym area, Montessori classroom and practical life room. Children spend time in traditional nursery school activities as well as progressing individually in the Montessori environment each day.

Program: 3, 4 or 5 days

The F.M. Kirby Children’s Center of the Madison Area YMCA is a state-renowned childhood development center serving families throughout the area. Located in a former elementary school, the Kirby Center boasts spacious classrooms, a full size gym, a kitchen that serves healthy meals and snacks, and extensive playground facilities

Program: 3, 4 or 5 days

Westmont fosters a culture of joyful learning, acceptance, belonging and family. The goal is to prepare children for life, and goes hand in hand with Dr. Maria Montessori’s philosophy of guiding and developing the potential in every child. The school partners with parents who want a strong educational foundation.

Program: 2, 3 or 5 days

Children on the Green recognizes that all children develop physically, intellectually, emotionally and socially at their own individual pace. We offer an environment rich with materials, ideas, and caring supportive adults. Daily experiences will match the child’s developing abilities and challenge the child’s interest and understanding.

Program:  5 days

A traditional nursery school whose goal is to develop a positive self-image and attitude towards learning and to foster growth in all aspects of a child’s development including: social and emotional well-being, physical ability and cognitive development. Individuality is stressed and respected. The program provides a stimulation and prepares all children well for their next journey in Kindergarten. Presbyterian Church Nursery School is a great place to start!

Program:  3 or 4 days

The Frances & Herbert Brody Pre-School of Temple B’nai Or is a national award winning, developmentally appropriate preschool that offers creative, modern learning for children ages 24 months through age 5 (Pre-Kindergarten). A warm and nurturing environment provides the perfect setting for children to learn and grow. A dynamic, experienced, and certified staff utilizes a multitude of techniques to engage your child cognitively and socially. Children learn about Jewish holidays and values as part of the innovative, and expansive curriculum. A spacious facility allows for safe outdoor and indoor play, regardless of weather. Half day and full day school and camp programs are offered September through July. Temple B’nai Or Preschool welcomes people of all faiths. This is a nut free/allergy friendly school.

Program:  3 or 5 days

Joyful Noise is a traditional nursery school that provides children with an enriched Christian educational program. Each child is encouraged to develop in the areas of language arts, social studies, mathematics, science and all of the creative expressions.

Program: 2, 3, 4, or 5 days

Morris Plains Cooperative Play School is a nonsectarian cooperative with certified teachers that gives parents an opportunity to take an active and regular role in the classroom if they wish to do so. The child’s time is divided between child-directed free activities and teacher-directed organized activities, both coinciding with a set curriculum.

Program:  3 or 4 days

The mission of Mountain Lakes Country Day School is to ensure the highest quality early care and education in a safe, nurturing environment, recognizing the responsibility to all children to providing a setting that is responsive to children’s needs and respectful of each child’s individuality. The school provides children with numerous and varied developmentally appropriate experiences and opportunities that foster a sense of self-worth and competence. Full and part-time classes are available.

Program: 2, 3, or 5 days

Mt. Olive Child Care & Learning Center’s Preschool Program is nationally accredited and 4-star rated and offers developmentally appropriate learning experiences to support intellectual (language, math, and science), social and emotional, and physical (fine and gross motor skills, creative art, music and movement) areas of development. The mission is to provide affordable, quality child care and education and family support services to the community, regardless of income.

Program: 3 days (Note: extended day programs also offered)

All Saints Academy is a nationally accredited STEM school of the Diocese of Paterson and is founded in the Catholic tradition of academic excellence. It is committed to fostering each child’s first school experience as nurturing, productive and fun. The early childhood center is led by certified teachers that provide developmentally appropriate lessons and experiences and engage young learners to grow intellectually, emotionally, socially and physically. Centrally located in Parsippany, All Saints Academy is a diverse and welcoming community for students in Preschool through Grade 8.

Program: 4 or 5 days

Children’s Circle is a Christian day care center and is an outreach by the congregation to serve the community. The curriculum, staffing, and atmosphere reflect Christian values such as love, respect, and acceptance of all persons as children of God.

Program: 4 or 5 days

Hearts and Hands Preschool offers an exceptional preschool program for children aged 2 1⁄2 to 5.

Program: 2, 3, or 5 days

Learning Garden Academy provides exceptional early childhood education through developmentally appropriate activities, materials and approaches. Our teachers are warm and nurturing and provide a culture where kindness, mindfulness, empathy and self- regulation are emphasized. Our goal is to provide a secure environment where children happily grow in their love of learning.

Program: 3, 4 or 5 days