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The Nurturing Place, a York Street Child Development Center

81 York Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
Tel: (201) 451-9838 Ext. 157
The Nurturing Place is a Child Development Center that opened its doors on September 1989.
Our main goal has always been to provide children we serve with a safe, fun learning environment that is child focused.
We offer programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarteners.
Our motto has always been "We hold their hands for a little while, their hearts forever".

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 61 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Nurturing Place, a York Street Child Development Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
61 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Our infant program is a nurturing "home away from home" where the dedicated staff help the children grow, develop, and prepare for toddlerhood.
  • The toddler program provides an environment that focuses on a child's need to develop a sense of trust and emotional security while making discoveries about themselves, their abilities, and the world around them.
  • Pre-School and Pre-K children are exposed to a rich environment that enhances their self-worth and stimulates their natural curiosity. The children receive the special attention necessary to enourage good learning behaviors and a positive learning experience.
Source: Verified school update

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When is the application deadline for The Nurturing Place, a York Street Child Development Center?
The application deadline for The Nurturing Place, a York Street Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Nurturing Place, a York Street Child Development Center located?
The Nurturing Place, a York Street Child Development Center is located in the Downtown Jersey City neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 9 other private schools located in Downtown Jersey City.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 61 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Jersey City, NJ is $19,935 for elementary schools and $18,744 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Jersey City, NJ is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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