Free PreK Program

We are open Monday through Friday from 7:30 am-5:30 pm

Our program is designed to provide a high-quality learning environment that enables children to develop individually and collectively with other students.

Having received stars from Grow NJ, we strive to meet the needs of our students on a daily basis. Children’s activities stem from the key indicators of the developmentally appropriate HighScope Curriculum. These key indicators include:

• Language and Literacy
• Social and Emotional Development
• Physical Development
• Math, Science, and Technology

What is the HighScope Educational Approach?

HighScope Students become independent and confident critical thinkers, ready for success in their daily activities.

HighScope Students learn through active involvement with people, materials, and events.

To learn more about the HighScope Curriculum, please click here.

Classroom Assessment

PQA is the Quality Assessment of the curriculum. It assesses the Childcare Professional’s implementation of the curriculum. The assessment addresses issues such as Adult Child Interactions as well as Health and Safety. The PQA for our Infant and Toddler Program, as well as the Preschool Program, was conducted by an Early Childhood Consultant in January 2023 school year.

The bar graph below displays the classrooms’ assessment scores. Please note that the highest score for this assessment is a 5.

TPOT was also conducted in February 2023. TPOT assesses our adult-child interactions.

Infant Toddler Students and Teacher Ratio

Our classroom sizes for the Earliest of Learners are below the Required State Ratios.

Waddler Class: 1:3 (0-12 months)
Tots Class: 1:3 (12-18 months)

Childcare Professionals’ Pedigree and Support System

All Educators have obtained a CDA, AA, BA, and or P-3 certification. Most are working on achieving the next level of their degree.

Our Early Childhood Educators are trained by Highscope Consultants as well as supported by The Jersey City Board of Education.  

We are proud of the fact the our Educators have a combined invested time at It Takes A Village Infant Toddler and Center of over 60 years.

What Sets Us Apart?

Our center, recognized by Grow NJ and supported by the Jersey City Board of Education, ensures that students experience a seamless transition into kindergarten. As part of a trusted preschool in New Jersey, we take pride in delivering child-centered care and education that meets the needs of each learner.

• Free for Jersey City Residents:
  If you’re a Jersey City resident, your child is eligible to attend our Free PreK Program—a fantastic opportunity to get a head start on early education.
• Supportive Learning Community:
  We not only teach but also build partnerships with parents to ensure a smooth transition into school and a continued focus on the child’s success.
• Seamless Transition to Kindergarten:
  With a focus on social, emotional, and cognitive growth, our program prepares children for a smooth transition to kindergarten, setting them up for success in future academic settings.