New Road School of Somerset

Growing Seeds Learning Academy Somerset North, on Elizabeth Avenue, is part of a family-owned group of New Jersey childcare centers using The Creative Curriculum, a research-based approach built on exploration and discovery. Our center is open from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with full-time, part-time and drop-in care. Children move through named classrooms by age. Growing Dandelions (infants to 1) and Growing Sunflowers (1 to 2) use a primary caregiving approach, and Growing Lilies (2 to 3) begin letters, songs, colors and self-feeding. Growing Daisies, our Pre-K3, follows weekly themes with science, math, writing and dramatic play centers, and Growing Tulips (4 to 5) builds literacy, math and writing in a print-rich room. Teacher-to-child ratios run from 1:4 for infants to 1:10 for older children, and parents receive quarterly assessments and daily updates with photos. Our school-age program offers before and after care for kindergartners up to age 13, with homework help, games, fitness and arts and crafts, plus summer camp with field trips. We serve meals and snacks and accommodate allergies. Military families can use the Child Care Aware of America subsidy.

The Center School is a specialized educational institution dedicated to empowering students with learning disabilities and complex educational challenges. Established in 1971, the school's core mission is to provide a nurturing environment where each child can thrive academically and socially, supported by highly trained staff who recognize and cultivate their individual strengths. The Center School offers a range of tailored programs and services designed to meet the diverse needs of its students. Key offerings include individualized education plans (IEPs), speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and social skills groups. The school employs evidence-based methodologies such as the Orton-Gillingham approach for reading instruction and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques to support behavioral development. Additionally, students benefit from a variety of extracurricular activities that foster engagement and confidence, ensuring a holistic educational experience. What sets The Center School apart is its commitment to maintaining low student-teacher ratios, allowing for personalized attention and support. The campus is equipped with advanced technology to prepare students for a digital world, and the school emphasizes community integration and vocational training to enhance life skills. With a focus on reducing anxiety and school avoidance, The Center School creates an environment where students can reach their fullest potential and develop a passion for learning.