Temple Shaari Emeth Early Learning Center

The Early Learning Center at Temple Shaari Emeth in Manalapan is very proud of our 40+ years in early childhood education.
The ELC offers Parent & Me, Transition, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, and Summer Camp programs, in a warm and nurturing atmosphere.We teach cognitive and social skills through hands-on activities.
As your children grow, the curriculum adapts to meet developmental markers.
Our preschool classes are geared to 2-year-olds, 3-year-olds, and 4-year-olds.
Each age level has a specific age-appropriate curriculum infused with academics, arts, discovery time, self-awareness, and spirituality.Our fully-equipped indoor gym and our beautiful, enclosed outdoor playground help ensure that your child gets plenty of exercise and major motor skill development.
All of our teachers are State certified and meet or exceed requirements for continuing education.
Our school is fully licensed by the State of New Jersey and Monmouth County.With our extended childcare, preschool can be full-day and full-time.
See why the Early Learning Center is the best preschool in Manalapan.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes

  • The Early Learning Center at Temple Shaari Emeth in Manalapan is very proud of our 40+ years in early childhood education. The ELC offers Parent & Me, Transition, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, and Summer Camp programs, in a warm and nurturing atmosphere.We teach cognitive and social skills through hands-on activities. As your children grow, the curriculum adapts to meet developmental markers.Our preschool classes are geared to 2-year-olds, 3-year-olds, and 4-year-olds.Each age level has a specific age-appropriate curriculum infused with academics, arts, discovery time, self-awareness, and spirituality.Our fully-equipped indoor gym and our beautiful, enclosed outdoor playground help ensure that your child gets plenty of exercise and major motor skill development. All of our teachers are State certified and meet or exceed requirements for continuing education. Our school is fully licensed by the State of New Jersey and Monmouth County.With our extended childcare, preschool can be full-dayand full-time.See why the Early Learning Center is the best preschool in Manalapan.
Source: Verified school update

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When is the application deadline for Temple Shaari Emeth Early Learning Center?
The application deadline for Temple Shaari Emeth Early Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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