Temple Beth El. Warm caring staff. Fun learning environment

There will be plenty of other folks nominating places like CNC and MMOG I'm sure, but my kids went just over the river to Children's Garden of Learning at Neshanic Methodist Church (http://www.cgol.org). Ms. Sue & her team have a very unique program that is unlike anything else around for the price. It's a "one room school house" where there is one big class (up to 30) where students are split into smaller groups after circle time by personality/disposition, not chronological age, and then rotate through "classes" with different teachers like in big kid school. You can choose from morning 9-11:30, include lunch through 12:30, or "full day" 9-3. You can opt for full day one day a week if you want (My younger daughter her last year was M-W-F, but only did full days on Fridays). They also run 8 weeks of summer camp (already started) for ages 3-8, T-Th 9-12, through the end of July. Check them out!

They YMCA, because swimming is taught, as part of the program

The Goddard School of Hillsborough!! My son has been going there since he was 4 months old and there is no one else that I would trust with him! They have taught him so much and made the transition of going back to work for him and I easy. The school is clean and well ran and the staff is friendly and truely care about the children. They always have your child's best interest in mind! Go Goddard!!!!!

South Branch Reformed Church Preschool has the best program around! My daughter went there and my son is currently enrolled for his second year. The staff is wonderful and the program excellent! I would recommend it to anyone with Preschool aged children.

PALS, by Pheasants Landing, hands down the best all 3 of my kids went through their program...second to none.

Mary, Mother of God is without a doubt the best nursery school in the area! The two teachers, Bernadette and Karen are the most nurturing people I have ever known. The children are cared for, taught how to respect one another, learn a great deal and have fun playing with one another. The environment is friendly, clean and fun. You will not find a better preschool in the area! Go there and see for yourself.

My vote goes to Mary Mother of God! It has been a wonderful experience for my family and my daughter. After my oldest went to full time daycare-leaving for a regular nursery school was a huge adjustment for me. My daughter and I thrived at MMOG. I can't say enough about the teachers and the parents/friends we have met there. You will not find a better school than MMOG!

I take students from the high school to Four Seasons pre school as part of a work study program. The staff there is caring and nurturing and the projects they do are awesome. Their attention to detail and their commitment to their jobs shine through every time we are there. Mary Von Nessen

My vote goes to Mary Mother of God. It's a wonderful place for children to grow and learn. Both of my children went there and we couldnt have asked for more. The teachers were great, the children had fun while they learned and they were more then prepared for kindergarten when the time came. MMOG gets my vote.

Mary Mother of God, hands down! I have two children who attended preschool there. And their experience there was extraordinary. Miss Karen and Miss Bernadette take their role as their teachers very seriously and with great pride. Every child is felt special and loved from them. And I feel they are academically focused and their goal is to make sure each child is ready for kindergarten. I can't say enough about this wonderful preschool!

My vote is Christian Nurturing Center. I tried another preschool that was fine it just lacked the emotional, loving and nurturing component I was looking for in a preschool. CNC provided it for that child and the one to follow. We spent 4 years at CNC and loved everyday of it. Great place with lots of class choices and times.....Mommy and Me, Nursery, Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Enrichment.

Four Seasons at Faith Lutheran Church is the best!

Mary, Mother of God has been a blessing for our family. The one-on-one care and individual attention our son received was something we really loved! Miss Karen and Miss Bernadette are the best--they really know their stuff! The program keeps expanding while so many other schools are getting smaller and this is because of their no-nonsense approach to education.

Christian Nurturing, wonderful environment, great teachers!

Four seasons at Faith Lutheran church. They are wonderful with my daughter and do a lot of art projects.

We vote for Mary, Mother of God. The kind staff there go above-and-beyond to make each child feel comfortable, special and unique in a classroom and academic setting - and they truly do care for each child in their class. They always remained patient and were consistant in their routines so my son always knew what to expect when it was a school day. MMOG was a wonderful foundation to his elementary school years ahead of him and don't get me started on the graduation! phew! This was a tear-jerker and something his dad and I will always remember as one of his most special days:)

Stellar Academy, without a doubt. The most modern and well equipped facility, the best staff and the best curriculum. There's a reason it's next to impossible to get your kids in- it's simply the best in the area.

Christian Nurturing Center, hands down for us. I can't say enough positive things about them. The staff treats the students like their own children, comforting them when they miss their parents and fixing ponytails on picture day. That makes for a truly "nurturing" environment. When I dropped off my children on that dreaded first day of school I was instantly comforted seeing the interaction between the teachers and students. My son STILL talks about Mrs. Kupcha and he's going into first grade!!! He loves her. I'm so glad we made the right choice and I've got two very grounded kids who couldn't wait to get to kindergarten. THANKS CNC!!!

Christian Nurturing gets my vote without a doubt! Both of my children went there and we never want to leave! Every single teacher is devoted and dedicated to the children. They take their job as a child's first teacher very seriously! This is a school that has NO staff turnover, which is pretty much unheard of in this field. The class options are very flexible 2, 3, 4 or 5 day offerings. The school day is 9-11:30 or 9-1, depending on a family's needs. Children can start at the age of 2 with Mommy and Me, then move on to nursery and pre-kindergarten, as well as half day kindergarten enrichment. Family activites such as Movie Night and Pumkin Carving are planned, as well as free parent workshops. Class size is small and that was very important to us. Every child truly is nurtured. It's a wonderful place! :)

I can only say good things about Christian Nurturing Center. Both of our children went there/are still there and are very happy. Everybody there takes their jobs very serious and it is such a warm and loving atmosphere. There is no pressure for academic achievement, even though they learn quite a bit. "At this age the most important thing for them is to play" said Jack's and now Isabella's teacher. I wasn't looking for a strict religious education, but the way they gently familiarize the children with God and the fact that Jesus loves them was just right for me. At that age that's all they need to know, and even though I'm catholic and the affiliated Neshanic Church is reformed this was not a problem.

Finding Christian Nurturing Center was no accident. My wife researched and visited well over a dozen of other schools and found that CNC was the place we'd be most comfortable entrusting our children with.

Christian. Nurturing. Center. The name says it all. As a former nursery school teacher, I know the importance of a child's early education, and I can say with no hesitation that CNC provides just the right blend of curriculum and nurturing. And their staff is second to none. Every one of the teachers is warm and loving, and makes their students feel important. Their individual talents are allowed to blossom, while building a solid foundation for future learning. It was wonderful to see my grandchildren flourish in such a caring environment.

Not sure if they're officially in Hillsborough, but KinderCapers at Keilhat Shalom has been excellent for my kids. They're nonsectarian, very academically inclined, the classes are relatively small, it's a co-op with a paid teacher + parent helper in each class daily (which saves us a few dollars), and the people there are just wonderful.

Mary Mother of God. Both of our kids went there over the past few years. Fantastic teachers. You couldn't ask for more!

Mary Mother of God--my 3 kids each went to 2 years of preschool here and my youngest did a year of Kindergarten Enrichment also. Great facilities (large classroom, full size gym, library, playground); good balance of academics and play; children come out knowing everything they need to know for Kindergarten (kindergarten teachers even mentioned this at conferences); caring and loving staff; affordable tuition. MMOG also offers a Kindergarten Enrichment program, VBS and 2 weeks of preschool camp in the summer.

Hillsborough YMCA - staff is very good and they get swimming lessons from age 3 and up.

The Early Childhood Center of Temple Beth-El, without a doubt!

No brainer.....Goddard School of Hillsborough

Mary Mother of God! My children had the best experiences there. The teachers were great and supportive. Best preschool in the area!

Hillsborough ymca is the best!! Ms. Danielle in the little sprouts program is excellent! my daughter has been there for 2 years. we pulled he out to put her in a different preschool in the area that was horrible!!! she was back at the ymca for only 2 months and in those 2 months she learned more than she did all year at the school we switched her to.YMCA IS THE BEST

Mary Mother of God is excellent. I agree with everything that has been said so far about it. The preschool was very good and the Kindergarten Enrichment was even better.

I cannot say enough about MMoG - both of my children, now 9 &6, attended not only their 3 year old, 4 year old and Enrichment Programs, but their summer Bible And PreK camps as well. My children were beyond ready for Kindergarten and all that it entails academically, socially and emotionally. Miss Karen and Miss Bernadette are by far the most wonderful, warm, nurturing and caring individuals. Their teaching styles compliment each other so well - maybe that's why they've been working together for over 10 years. I knew instantly upon meeting them that I was not going to be looking at any other place for my kids. Miss Christine ( and now Miss Kim too) the K enrichment teachers, complete the team perfectly. The program is far more than just academics and crafts with a religious component - they make you feel like family - they truly love those kids like their own - how could you go wrong with a place like that?!?

My vote goes to South Branch Reformed Church Preschool. My son (now 6) attended and my second son (4) currently attends. The teachers are warm and the education my sons have gained is amazing. My oldest son was completely prepared for Kindergarten both socially and academically.

My vote goes to MMoG. Mrs. Bernadette and Miss Karen are amazing teachers. They treated our children like one of their own. I felt so safe leaving my children in their care. We also met a lot of wonderful families that we are happy to call good friends.

The Early childhood center of Temple Beth-El, without a doubt! Only positive experiences!!

Mary, Mother of God Pre-School has this family's vote. Our child just loves going there and can't wait to see his teachers and friends. The teacher's are loving and put so much effort into the program that it is just the best. Our child has grown in all ways this past year including faith. Go see it and hopefully you will give it a try.

Mary Mother of God Preschool is our recommendation. The program and the teachers are excellent. The children learn all they need to be prepared for Kindergarten, as well as their prayers, and how to appreciate & work with each other. All three of my children have gone through the preschool and Kindergarten enrichment programs, and are the better for it! What a great way to start a lifetime of learning!

Mary , Mother of God Preschool is the best. All three of my kids went there - always felt safe and that they were getting a great education and preperation for Elementary School. As a parent, I made some long lasting friendships with the parents. I still feel like the teachers are family.

Mary Mother of God is wonderful. All three of my children attended two years of preschool and the kindergarten enrichment program there. I cannot say enough great things about Miss Karen, Miss Bernadette, and Miss Christine. The teachers are warm and caring and taught my kids so much. Their hard work especially shows in all the performances the kids are in throughout the year. My children were absolutely ready for kindergarten socially and academically. I loved the fact they learned all their prayers too. Mary Mother of God provided a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for my children. Thank you MMofG!!!

Mary Mother of God is the best preschool. They were so good with all of my children who all had different personalities and different needs. Karen and Bernadette are a great team. They are warm and caring and really get to know each child. They teach the children what they need to know for school but they also teach them, respect for themselves and others and how to get along with others. My children were more than ready socially and academically for Kindergarten!

I go with Mary Mother of God. Great staff and environment.

South Branch Reformed Church Preschool was my choice after extensively researching the area preschools. All 3 of my kids attended, and the sense of community the staff fosters there is amazing. The tuition is extremely reasonable, and the teachers are nurturing and understanding. My children were prepared socially and academically to enter kindergarten and I felt confident that their experience at SBRC Preschool gave them a wonderful introduction into their school years. The classrooms are clean, well-equipped and spacious, and the brand-new playground is exceptional.

SBRC Preschool! SBRC Preschool! SBRC Preschool! HANDS DOWN! BEST kept secret in Hillsborough!

Making the choice of where to send my daughter to preschool was not an easy one. After looking at several preschools in the area, my husband and I decided on Mary, Mother of God. We first sent her to preschool camp in the summer to prepare her for the fall. When I arrived to pick her up the first afternoon, she was disappointed to see me and wanted to stay. I knew we had made the right decision. The remainder of our experience was the same. Miss Karen and Miss Bernadette go above and beyond to make every child and parent feel like a special part of their family. Years later when it was time for our son to go to preschool, there was no need to shop around. We knew exactly where we wanted him to go. Thankfully the same wonderful teachers were still there (another thing we love about the program.) In addition to the preschool and preschool camp, they have many other excellent programs like Vacation Bible School and Kindergarten Enrichment. Without hesitation, I would recommend MMOG Preschool (even if you don't belong to the church) and all of their many other programs to any parent!!

South Branch Reformed Church Preschool! My daughter was there for the past two years and I plan on sending my other 2 kids when they are ready. A small school where BIG things happen!

Beatriz Z
South Branch Reformed Church Preschool! My daughter attended preschool and pre-K there. She loved it. It's a small school and the teachers are able to work with each child individually on what they needed. Very nice learning environment for the kids. I've met very nice parents at the school as well. I would definitely recommend this school to other parents.

Amy L
We loved South Branch Preschool. Both my girls went there and it was the best experience for our entire family!!!

We love South Branch Reformed Church Preschool! This was our daughter's first school experience and we could not be happier with our decision to send her there. Her teachers were amazing and she truly loves going to school there. I feel she learned so much and was so pleased with the loving, nurturing environment created by the entire staff at SBRC Preschool.

South Branch Reformed Church Preschool! My 2 older children attended 2 of the other schools mentioned here. My son now attends SBRCP and it is by far the best. It's a great mix of learning, creativity and socialization.

June Sina
My vote is for South Branch Reformed Church Preschool! This is my second expereince having an older child who attended and I feel the school gets better every year. The staff is nurturing, loving and creative. Being in the field of education this was the kind of school I was looking for as a first expreience for my children.

MARY MOTHER OF GOD IS THE BEST! Miss Karen and Miss Bernadette are like rock stars in Hillsborough! The kids love them! WHY? Because these amazing teachers treat the kids as their own! When my son cried (for weeks) after leaving him somewhere new, Miss Karen and Bernadette loved him, reassured him, and even had a sweet, nurturing friend comfort him as needed (my son and this boy remain great friends). The tears stopped and the smiles came, as I knew they would. My son loved his teachers, his friends, and his school. He showed other friends where his school was with love and pride. Next year, my youngest son starts preschool with "HIS teachers" (he already thinks of then as his own). Miss Karen and Miss Bernadette have already made my little one feel like part of the MMOG family before he has officially begun. The tuition at MMOG is very affordable, but I would pay WAY more for the quality of education and even higher quality of care that my son received there.

HLS
My three grandchildren attended MMOG preschool & kindergarten enrichment program, I would have to take up to much space to start telling you about how wonderful all the teachers are. LOOK NO FURTHER MMOG IS THE BEST FOR PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN ENRICHMENT!!!!!

My name is Adrianna I went to MMOG preschool & kindergarten enrichment programs I learned alot & I loved the teachers. I am in 4th grade now & still miss the teachers. MMOG is a great school for kids.

I worked in a local preschool many years ago, before I had children and I knew back then I would never send my children there. When it came time to begin the search I looked with the eyes of a mother and a teacher. I found South Branch Reformed Church Preschool. Their curriculum is stellar! They get the fact that kids need to be given the tools to start their school years correctly but also understand they are still sweet babies. They are loving and compassionate yet maintain control with firm tenderness. The staff take the time to fall in love with your child. My daughter asked me.. "Mommy can my teachers come to my birthday?" That question told me I chose the right school for my children.

My vote is for South Branch Reformed Church PreSchool! My three girls have attended and it was a wonderful loving experience. It is a wonderful school!

I also have to add that the TEACHERS are amazing! We had a teacher show up to one of our birthday parties! They teach with love! SBRCPRESCHOOL is the way to go!

Mary, Mother of God! The elementary schools love kids that come from MMOG because they are ready. The caring and nurturing environment allows the kids to thrive and gave me the peace of mind I needed to walk out the door during drop off. Honest, loving and good teachers!

South Branch Reformed Church Preschool. Caring, personable teachers. Great programs throughout the year involving moms and dads and extra effort on holidays, including the Christmas concert.

Hands down, Mary Mother of God Preschool is the best preschool for our children. As a native of Hillsborough since 1979, I have yet to hear of a better set of wonderful teachers. I have been with MMG since 2006 and have had 3 children who learned far more than I had ever expected at 3 years old. Mrs. Bernadette and Mrs. Karen are outstanding teachers who provide a safe, comfortable environment while focusing on education and good character skills. My children graduated with confidence for their upcoming kindergarten adventure without hesitation, due to the unbelievable level of dedication, caring and love from these 2 teachers. Both teachers prepared my husband and I for the transition to kindergarten, giving us sound advice from years of teaching in the Hillsborough district. We were better prepared for the knowledge of elementary school's expectations, which helped us make the right decisions for our children's educational needs. I can speak for most of the parents of children attending MMG...we were all heartbroken when we had to say goodbye at graduation, for we know our children thrived and became better students because of these 2 teachers. Please, if you are considering a safe, caring, nurturing environment for your greatest gift of life, choose MMG. Your children will graduate with an experience they will cherish forever, as will you <3

Temple Beth El Early Childhood Center!! The best! Going on our 6th year - would never think to go anywhere else!

Temple Beth El has our vote. My daughter has just finished her first year there and she has grown in so many ways. Best of all she never wants to leave so I know she is happy and having fun. The schedule allows flexibility which has been so good for our family and our work needs.

My nieces and nephew attended MMOG preschool and kindergarten enrichment program. I attended many functions there over the years and was very impressed by all the teachers. I think its a wonderful program and highly recommend it.

Mary Mother of God is my vote. My daughter went there and it was a great experience for her.

Definitely SOUTH BRANCH - At the Reformed Church.

EXCELLENT staff. My kids (and others) were well prepared for entering Kindergarten. The teachers are not only highly qualified, they really CARE about the students. A+++

There's no better place than South Branch Reformed Church Preschool!

The Early Childhood Center at Temple Beth El gets my vote! Miss Ronit, Miss Stephanie and Miss Melissa were so wonderful and caring! The facility is beautifully maintained and clean. My daughter still shouts and waves at the buildibg everytime we pass by! Excellent school and teachers!

We absolutely love South Branch Reformed Church Preschool! My son just completed his first year and does not stop asking me when school starts again. We could not be happier with our decision to send him there. We feel he has grown so much in the past year, he talks about what he has learned and cannot be more proud of his daily activities. He can hardly wait to show me what they did everyday! The teachers are hands down just wonderful, loving, caring amazing people!

When my first child was entering preschool I visited them all and found Christian Nurturing to be the best. The caring staff, wonderful curriculum and balance between play and academics was perfect. When my younger child began three years later, I looked again and came back to CNC. Hands down, it was still the best option.
The program has expanded and now includes a mommy and me class to make the transition for 2 year olds less stressful (for them and their moms!)
CNC is the best school in Somerset county!

South Branch Reformed Church Preschool! All 3 of my children have gone through the program. I can't say enough about their experiences. The teachers are a loving, warm extension of my home. They are concerned for the kids as they are of their own children. The program is fun while the children learn how to follow directions, letters, numbers, shapes and many more important pre-k topics! The friends that they made are wonderful. My son still talks about his special friends and all of the fun he had there!
SBRC Preschool!!!!!!!!!!!!

My vote goes to Mary Mother of God. I have 3 kids. My oldest (13) and my middle (8) both did their preschool years there and my 3 year old is registered to go in the fall. The teachers are outstanding and always take that extra step to make sure each and every child feel safe and comfortable within their learning environment. My kids loved going and looked forward to it. In fact, they had such a positive experience that they are telling my 3 year old about everything she will be doing. She is so excited to learn many new things and make new friends. I TOTALLY recommend MMOG!!

Sbrc is the best preschool around!! After tryn steller acadmy and one other sbrc is by far the best school!loving teachers that really care about your child, and also very nice parents!!!! Hands down we love south branch reformed church!!!! We give it 5 stars out of 5*****!!!!!

Our community is lucky to have a preschool & enrichment program like the one at Mary, Mother of God. My family, friends, and neighbors all love the program and its caring, nurturing staff.
As an educator, one of my top priorities is to send my children to a place that has an engaging curriculum rich with the best practices in early childhood education. The program at MMOG Preschool & Enrichment program does just that. In fact, I am particularly pleased with the literacy activities built into daily lesson plans.
In addition to academic needs, MMOG’s staff is also committed to the social, emotional, and physical well-being of our children. The recently built facility includes a large classroom with learning centers and play area, an outdoor playground, full size gymnasium, and library room. Each space is especially designed to promote the social interaction and active learning that is so critical at this age.
Lastly, it is clear how much the children of this community love the school and staff. Every weekend, I see little faces light up when they spot their teachers in town. The staff at MMOG Preschool & Enrichment program treat parents and children like family. Each day, parents go to work feeling confident knowing how happy their children are to be with teachers who are so dedicated, trustworthy, and loving.
If you are looking for an affordable program in a convenient location with an outstanding staff then MMOG Preschool & Enrichment program is the best choice!

We had a wonderful experience at the South Branch Reformed Church preschool. My son just finished his second year there. The teachers were warm and loving. The class projects were creative. The holiday presentations were just wonderful. The teachers kept me informed on how my child was doing. When he was going through a rough time adjusting, they would let me know each day how he did. I would recommend SBRC preschool to everybody.

I sent my three kids to South Branch Reformed Church Preschool. FANTASTIC!