Daycare & Child Care Center in Edison, NJ
Warm, licensed care from infants through Pre-K — plus summer camp — with low ratios and daily updates. The Edison daycare families search for and stay with.
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Infant care through Pre-K, plus summer camp — one trusted place in Edison as your child grows.
Infant Daycare
Warm, responsive infant care with 1:4 ratios and daily updates for your peace of mind.
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Toddlers
Hands-on discovery, language, and independence for busy toddlers in a secure, predictable room.
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Preschool
Full-day care plus a purposeful, play-based curriculum that builds confident, curious learners.
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Pre-K
A kindergarten-readiness year that sends confident, capable learners into their next classroom.
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Summer Camp
Sunny days of outdoor play, water fun, STEAM, and arts — weekly themes all summer long.
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Meet Our Teachers
Experienced, credentialed educators who greet your child by name every morning.
Danielle Carter
Founder & Director
M.Ed., Early Childhood Education
15+ years
Julia Moreno
Lead Infant Teacher
CDA, Infant/Toddler
25+ years
Jeyla Williams
Preschool Lead
B.A., Early Childhood Education
6+ years
Our Curriculum
A play-based, whole-child curriculum that makes kindergarten feel easy.
Language & Literacy
Stories, songs, and conversation that build vocabulary and a love of books.
Early Math & Discovery
Counting, sorting, patterns, and hands-on science that make thinking fun.
Creative Arts
Open-ended art, music, and dramatic play that grow imagination and expression.
Social & Emotional
Sharing, feelings, and friendship skills — the foundation for everything else.
Active & Outdoor Play
Daily movement and outdoor time that build strong, confident bodies.
Our Facility
Bright, secure classrooms and playgrounds built for little explorers.
Enrichment Programs
Spanish, STEAM, music, and after-school programs that round out the day.
Spanish
Weekly Spanish immersion through songs, games, and stories builds early vocabulary and a love of language.
STEAM
Hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and math projects spark curiosity and problem-solving.
Music & Movement
Music and movement classes build rhythm, coordination, language, and plain joy — a favorite every week.
What Families Say
Leaving our 4-month-old was terrifying — until Cedar Lane. The 1:4 infant room and daily photos gave us total peace of mind.
Our daughter started in the preschool room and walked into kindergarten reading and confident. The teachers are the real deal.
Summer camp was the highlight of our son's year — new themes every week and he came home happy and worn out. Already signed up again.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is daycare in Edison, NJ?
Rates in the Edison area vary by age — infants cost the most — and by whether you need full- or part-time care. Contact Cedar Lane for current tuition and openings, and ask about NJ assistance if you qualify.
How much is daycare in NJ per week?
Weekly costs across New Jersey range widely by county and age group, with infant care at the top end. We are happy to share Cedar Lane's current weekly rates for your child's age and schedule.
What age is best for daycare?
There is no single right age — families enroll from 6 weeks through the preschool years. What matters most is a warm, gradual transition, which we plan around each child.
What are red flags in daycare?
Watch for high staff turnover, ratios above state limits, no open-door policy, unclear licensing, and reluctance to let you tour. At Cedar Lane you are welcome to visit anytime, ratios stay low, and our NJ license and NAEYC accreditation are on display.
What's the difference between a daycare and a childcare center?
They are largely the same thing — childcare center is the licensed term New Jersey uses, while daycare is the everyday word. Both mean licensed group care for young children.
Is it better to start daycare at 2 or 3?
Both ages adjust well with the right support. Earlier starts benefit from routine and socialization; later starts sometimes settle faster. We tailor the transition either way.
How can I get help with daycare costs in NJ?
New Jersey offers child care subsidies for qualifying families through the state's Child Care Assistance Program. We can point you to the application and eligibility details for the Edison area.
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Cedar Lane Early Learning Center
123 Cedar Lane, Edison, NJ 08817
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