KinderCare at Branchburg (Closed 2025)

212 Raritan Valley College Dr.
Somerville, NJ 08876
Our center staff is composed of the most knowledgeable and caring individuals around.
We have a veteran and expertly trained teaching staff who specialize in the age group they work with daily.
Not only do many of our staff hold specialized degrees or certifications from respected industries but KinderCare continues their training and education twice a year every year.
We believe positive, professional and caring staff provide the most ideal environment for young minds to grow and thrive.

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2000

Student Body

Total Students
60 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Welcome to KinderCare at Branchburg! We understand that choosing an early learning environment for your child is hard and we'd like to make this as easy as possible. Our center staff care about every family in our care and aim to be a resource to our families in regards to child development and early learning.
  • Safety is my number one concern and I stress that to every staff member each day. We have a Health and Safety coordinator who conducts monthly audits of our center to make sure our equipment, facilities and playgrounds are up to par. Monthly fire drills and disaster drills are conducted with the children as well so we are all prepared.

    Our center is in good standing with state and local licensing departments to make sure we are compliant with the most up-to-date safety and security measures.
  • Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
  • Languages Spoken: Spanish
  • Accreditations: NAEYC
  • Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
  • Catholic Charities, New Jersey Cares for Kids, NACCRRA
  • Infant Programs (6 Weeks – 1 Year), Toddler Programs (1 – 2 Years), Discovery Preschool Programs (2 – 3 Years), Preschool Programs (3 – 4 Years), Prekindergarten Programs (4 – 5 Years), Private Kindergarten Programs (5–6 Years), Before and After School Programs (5–12 Years), Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for KinderCare at Branchburg?
The application deadline for KinderCare at Branchburg is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

Recent Articles

How to Ask About Staff Screening Without Apologizing
How to Ask About Staff Screening Without Apologizing
Parents should feel comfortable asking how private schools screen employees. Learn which questions matter, what answers to expect, and why transparency about hiring and student safety is a hallmark of a well-managed school.
What Facility Safety Tells You About School Oversight
What Facility Safety Tells You About School Oversight
A school's facilities reveal far more than appearance. Learn how building maintenance, emergency preparedness, and campus safety practices can help parents evaluate school leadership, oversight, and long-term commitment to student well-being.
Is the School Legally a School? A Parent Verification Checklist
Is the School Legally a School? A Parent Verification Checklist
Before enrolling your child in a private school, learn how to verify that it is legally operating, properly accredited, and authorized to issue recognized diplomas with this practical parent checklist for making a confident school choice.