Zadie's Early Childhood Center in East Orange, NJ, enrolls 145 students in preschool and kindergarten within a nonsectarian, suburban early learning program.
Founded in 2010, the school serves a fully diverse student body with 100% students of color, ranking in the top 20% for diversity among New Jersey private schools.
The center offers summer school and maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 145:1 with one teacher on staff.
The co鈥揺d program operates in a large suburb community and follows a casual dress code for students.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Zadie's Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2010
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
145 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$1,200 per month
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Zadie's Early Childhood Center?
The application deadline for Zadie's Early Childhood Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 7/29/2023
Exceptional school. Wonderful staff and curriculum. A true gem. Highly recommend.
5 3/22/2017
I am sorry this school doesnt go all the way to fifth grade. The quality of care is exceptional. Zadies is more than just babysitting. There's curriculum making sure they are learning at every stage. My daughter is way ahead of the curve going into Kindergarten.
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