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Early Education Programs at Step One Academy

Step One Academy in Plainfield, NJ is committed to providing exceptional early education programs for children. Our holistic curriculum is designed to foster growth and development, covering a wide range of essential facets. From physical and motor skills development to socializing with caregivers and peers, our curriculum ensures a well-rounded learning experience. We also prioritize language development, creative expression, and cognitive growth through engaging activities like storytelling, art, and games.

We believe in giving your child the finest early learning experience possible, preparing them for a successful future.
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Early Education Program

(Ages 2 1/2 through 3 years of age)

Let your child fly, soar, and reach their highest potential with our early education programs. Our developmentally-appropriate curriculum covers the following facets of childhood learning:

Program Cornerstones

  • Physical Motor Skills Development
  • Encouraging Healthy Emotional Reactions
  • Executive Function Development
  • Conceptual and Cognitive Development
  • Socializing with Caregivers and Peers
  • Early Language Development
  • Creative Vocal Expression

Infant Daycare & Early Education

(Ages 6 weeks through 1 year Old)

Our infant daycare program provides a nurturing environment for your young child to absorb information quickly.

Program Cornerstones

  • Health and Safety Supervision
  • Establishing Self-Esteem and Trust with Caregivers and Peers
  • Puppet Shows
  • Well Trained Infant Care Staff
  • Milk Feeding (with Bottle and Contents Provided by Parent)
  • Activities with Soft Building Blocks and Plush Balls
  • Story Time and Drama Plays
  • Music, Movement, and Rhymes
  • Educational Toys to Promote Cognitive Development

Toddler Daycare & Early Education

(1 year old through 2 1/2 years of age)

Active toddlers in action at Step One! Our toddler daycare program allows children to take their very first steps in learning.

Program Cornerstones

  • Outdoor and Indoor Group Games
  • Puppet Shows and Finger Play
  • Learning to Play Musical Instruments
  • Finger Painting Activities
  • Big Circle Time

Preschool Program

(3 years of Age)
Our preschool program prepares your child for higher school-age learning with innovative approaches in teaching.

Program Cornerstones

  • Counting and Math Exercises (1-100)
  • Science Experiment Activities
  • Group Singing
  • Literacy Activities
  • Crafts and Art Projects
  • Show and Tell

Prekindergarten Program

(4 and 5-year-old Program)

Children who turn 4 years old by October 1st each year are eligible for our Pre-K program.

Program Cornerstones

  • Dramatic Play
  • Writing Letters & Words
  • Beginner Reading Strategies
  • Cognitive Development through puzzles and board games
  • Creative Expression with Sentence Construction
  • Physical Development through Sports, Athletics, and Math Enrichment

Before & After School Program

(Kindergarten through age 13)

Our Before and After School Program allows children to continue learning and engaging in wholesome activities.

Program Cornerstones

  • Creative Writing
  • Group Dancing
  • Music Lessons
  • Community Outreach
  • Drama and Play
  • Learning Foreign Languages
  • Math Enrichment
  • Sports and Athletics
  • Art Activities
  • Singing Lessons
  • Homework Assistance

Summer Camp Program

(Kindergarten through age 13)

Our Summer Camp Program is filled with fun and educational activities to keep your child engaged.

Program Cornerstones

  • Leadership and Team Exercises
  • Swimming Lessons
  • Scientific Experiments
  • Group Sports
  • Trips
  • Tutoring
  • Summer School Enrichment Activities

Creative Curriculum

Step One Academy utilizes the Creative Curriculum to plan engaging and educational programs for students. This curriculum is used in Preschool, Infant, Toddler, and Pre-K classrooms. For more information about the Creative Curriculum, please visit our office or schedule a tour to witness it in action.

Bilingual Spanish/ English Immersion

At Step One Academy, we offer a Bilingual Spanish/ English program to immerse your child in other cultures and expand their minds.

Bilingual Spanish/ English Immersion

At Step One Academy, we offer a Bilingual Spanish/ English program to immerse your child in other cultures and expand their minds.

Free Meals

We provide nutritious meals and snacks for your child to enjoy. We also educate students about eating healthy, regular exercise, and meal planning to include all food groups.

School Trips

We believe in providing opportunities for learning outside the classroom. We plan school trips to local farms, museums, theaters, and aquariums to enhance educational experiences. We also invite professionals to speak to our children on various topics such as fire and stranger safety, healthy eating, reading development, and the environment.

School Trips

We believe in providing opportunities for learning outside the classroom. We plan school trips to local farms, museums, theaters, and aquariums to enhance educational experiences. We also invite professionals to speak to our children on various topics such as fire and stranger safety, healthy eating, reading development, and the environment.

If you have any questions about our daycare schedules and programs,

please feel free to get in touch with us.

Step One Academy I

222 E 5th Street
Plainfield, NJ 07060

Phone Number: 908-753-8253
Fax Number: 908-753-8416

Business Hours:
Monday – Friday
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Saturday & Sunday
Closed

Step One Academy II

233 E 5th Street
Plainfield, NJ 07060

Phone Number: 908-753-8252
Fax Number: 908-753-8251