WHOLE-CHiLD FOCUSED CHiLDCARE

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Our Location

Nestled on five acres in the breathtaking mountains of the New Jersey Skylands, Great Beginnings Academy offers outstanding childcare and enrichment programs for infants through school-aged children.

 

Our Philosophy

We are committed to provide a safe, respectful, loving, high-quality school that is based on hands-on experimental learning through play, decision making, and social interaction with peers.  Our play-based, child-centered environment focuses on the development of the whole child which allows for individual growth and the development of a positive self-image.  From this foundation, we believe children will find their natural love for learning and connecting.

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Little Lambs

Little Lambs- INFANTS

Children may join our Infant class at six weeks of age to approximately 18 months.

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Ducklings- TODDLERS

Children transition from the Infants Toddlers class at approximately 18 months of age.

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Crickets- TODDLER II

This class includes children in the two-year-old age range. Teachers assist with potty training.

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Stepping Up

Stepping Up PRE-SCHOOL I​

This class includes children in the three-year-old age range. Teachers assist with potty training.

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Fab fours

Fab-Fours-PRE-K

The Pre-K class consists of four-year-olds getting ready to enter school.

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Testimonials

Colleen Dunn

Colleen Dunn

"This school is beyond top notch! When faced with the decision of returning to work after having my son, I looked at over 10 "daycare centers". No other facility even comes close! As a former pre-school teacher this was a critical decision for me and our growing little family. I wanted somewhere my son would have fun, learn and develop, AND I also wanted a school with teachers that would hug my son if he fell down or bumped his head. Great Beginnings Academy exceeds my expectations each and every day! The staff, the facility and grounds, the curriculum and the love my son has for his teachers is unreal! Each holiday or special event is actually magical here- you would have to see it to believe it. Miss Barbara sets the bar high for her team and they all live up to that expectation. Our family could not be more pleased with what we found at Great Beginnings- I don't think any family would be disappointed!"
Marion Castro

Marion Castro

“It's an amazing school where learning and kindness are priority.”
Tracy Chinga

Tracy Chinga

"This is my twins second year at Great Beginnings Academy. I have nothing but amazing things to say about this facility. All staff and teachers are warm, welcoming, and my children have had such an enjoyable pre school experience. They are happy to go and so proud to show me what they have done for the day and show off their work when they come home. This place is exceptional. My children are safe, extremely well cared for, and learning new things everyday. Such a friendly and caring environment."