Childcare Center
We believe the early years are among the most important time in a child’s development.
The Early Learning Center at Middlesex College’s main campus in Edison creates a nurturing environment where children can explore, problem solve and feel part of a classroom community. Classrooms are organized into “interest” areas that are supported by a creative curriculum and aligned with New Jersey Pre-School Standards guidelines.
Daily routines are established to provide a structured learning environment designed to enhance your child’s individual strengths. You’ll be able to view lesson plans on a parent portal and communicate with your child’s teacher.
Our caring and experience staff, who are professionally certified, will work to create a positive early childhood foundation.
Daycare and Preschool Program
The Early Learning Center provides daycare and preschool education for the children of Middlesex College students and staff, as well as the community. Space is limited.
Breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack are provided at no additional cost.
Children between 2 and 5 years of age who are able to function in a school situation may apply. Admission is determined by a child’s age, parental need, and the number of children the Center can accommodate. State subsidies are available for qualified applicants.
- 3, 4, and 5-day programs are available
- Classes for children, age 2 (diapers ok) and 3-5 year-olds
- Breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack are provided at no additional cost.
- Lesson plans posted each week
- State-approved curriculum
- Small group learning
- Hands-on learning
- Multicultural activities
Facilities
- Developmentally appropriate classrooms
- Classrooms equipped with computers
- Spacious playground
- New bikes & trikes to ride and enjoy
- Newly-installed safety surface for outside play area
Hours
Open year-round (Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.)
Creative Curriculum
We strive to make learning fun through social and emotional development, literacy, math skills and everyday discovery.
Math Program promotes set counting, differential grouping, patterns and introduction to addition and subtraction using hands-on learning. Our math program aligns with guidance recommendations of NJ Kindergarten Math Standards.
Literacy will be taught through phonetic awareness, sight words, daily reading time, mini lessons, and small group conferencing.
Aligns with guidance recommendations of NJ Kindergarten Language Arts Standards.
Children are natural learners and creating an environment in which they can participate and discover in a positive, nurturing setting is the best road to future learning success.
Contact
For information about registration, tours, costs, and more, please contact the Early Learning Center at 732.906.2542.