Free Preschools near Old Tappan, NJ

Free Preschool Program

After School Program

Great Futures start with great communities. At the Boys & Girls Club of Clifton children grow to be their best selves. After School at the Club starts with a warm welcome, and includes homework help, gym, arts, STEM Lab, the Game room, community service, cooking, swimming, and so much more!

Free Preschool Program

Before and After Care Program

Free Preschool Program

After Care Program

Free Preschool Program

Daycare Program

Free Preschool Program

Drop-In Care Program

Gingerbread House

Gingerbread House at the Boys & Girls Club of Clifton has served generations of local families with high quality pre-school and the positive youth development values central to the Boys & Girls Club mission. We offer both private pay and CELA funded classrooms.

Free Preschool Program

Daycare Program

Preschool

The preschool program includes literacy, math, science, learning games, art and crafts, sensory activities, physical development, social studies, and music, designed to build motivation for lifelong learning.

Summer Camp

The summer camp program operates during school breaks and includes educational trips, group activities, and recreational play designed to balance learning with summer enjoyment.

Pre-K 3

The Pre-K 3 program offers play-based learning with a focus on school readiness, social-emotional growth, and bilingual instruction in English and Spanish. The classroom includes early literacy and math development, art, music, movement, sensory exploration, daily yoga and meditation, and support for children's emotional, social, physical, and academic development.

Free Preschool Program

Nubes de Colores

We have a fully curriculum with learning activities, recreation time at the park, pick up after school, paint program, sensorial activities and much more

Preschool Program

Our program offers a seamless journey from sensory play to kindergarten readiness. We balance social-emotional growth with foundational STEM and literacy. By nurturing curiosity and independence, we ensure every child builds the academic grit and confidence needed for a smooth transition to school.

Early Preschool

It’s never too early to start preparing your child to be ready for school, and that’s why our parents—and their children—love our Early Preschool classroom. As a stepping stone to Preschool, our Early Preschool program has a unique, indicator-based curriculum, Learn as We Grow™, designed to address the individual learning needs of 30- to 42-month-old children. We focus on understanding routines and developing independence. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.

Preschool

For any child, preschool education is an essential step on the path to kindergarten. We want the best for your child and that’s why this program focuses on their personal development with customized curriculum and lesson plans to meet their individual developmental needs. In this classroom, children are given an increasing sense of independence, while also learning how to relate to others through large-group activities which are an essential part of the day. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.

Preppers

Our Prepper program in Ramsey prepares children for the next stage of learning. This curriculum builds independence, confidence, and supports potty training while bridging toddlers to preschool.

Preschoolers

Our preschool program in Ramsey introduces children to math, science, reading, technology, art, and both shared and independent play while building confidence and school readiness skills.

Preschool

For any child, preschool education is an essential step on the path to kindergarten. We want the best for your child and that’s why this program focuses on their personal development with customized curriculum and lesson plans to meet their individual developmental needs. In this classroom, children are given an increasing sense of independence, while also learning how to relate to others through large-group activities which are an essential part of the day. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.

Pre-K

Your child’s school readiness is the most important thing to us and that’s the focus of our Pre-K program. Building on Preschool learning, we focus on problem solving, responsive listening, language usage, and social skills. Our Focus on Literacy™ program features in-school and at-home activities designed to improve your child’s literacy and cognition in areas such as vocabulary development and alphabet knowledge. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.

Preschool

The BeeCurious Curriculum blends guided discovery with child-led exploration, adapting to children’s interests and knowledge. Classrooms feature diverse learning centers, including dramatic play, STEM, art, literacy, and music. Children enjoy family-style meals, daily group time, and outdoor play twice a day. Hands-on experiences—like observing life cycles—bring learning to life. The BP Read with Me program supports early literacy in small groups, while American Sign Language enhances communication. The curriculum aligns with early learning standards, with parent-teacher conferences held three times yearly.

Pre-K

BeeCurious prepares children for kindergarten through two-week study topics driven by their interests and questions. Literacy is a central focus, supported by dedicated centers, letter and sound games, and sensory writing—without worksheets, emphasizing hands-on, play-based learning. Learning centers transform with each theme, encouraging creativity and child-led play. The BP Read with Me program offers additional literacy support, and American Sign Language reinforces communication. Teachers guide development through observation and tailored challenges, with parent-teacher conferences held three times yearly to support kindergarten readiness.

Preschool Program

Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.

Preschool

Our preschool program provides your child with rich experiences that are adapted to the developmental needs of each child. Preschool is an exciting (and crucial) time for a child’s academic and social growth. This age sets the stage for the future. That is why we meet the needs of each child. Our classrooms provide a welcoming environment for discovery and exploration that will spark your child’s natural curiosity. Stand out features within our classrooms include students learning from peers as well as the teachers, a unique reading program, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) curriculum, character education and social development. Through hands-on, multi-sensory materials we foster a lifelong appreciation for learning.

Preschool Program

Preschool Program

Early Arts Preschool

Early Arts Preschool prepares children for kindergarten through a balanced, art and play-based approach that builds strong foundations in early literacy, math, science, social skills, and independence that will help them grow confident and ready to thrive.