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Our lead teachers have degrees and all of the members of our team meet the required state training training hours. Our goal is to ensure that every child enters kindergarten both prepared and composed by implementing our developmentally appropriate curriculums that emphasize early reading and math as well as social skills.
We know your time is important. BrightPath Rockaway is conveniently located off Rt 80 with direct access to RT 46, RT 80, RT 287, and RT 280,
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41 Green Pond Road Rockaway, NJ 07866
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Open 6:45 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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Call for Enrollment: 862.579.3222
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Licensed for 141 children
Center Programs
Our age-specific programs provide enriching experiences tailored to each stage of early development. Click on the program below to learn more information.
Infant (6 Weeks - 18 Months)
Our infant program provides a warm, nurturing environment where caregivers form close bonds with babies, ensuring a secure and trusting relationship. Each infant follows their own schedule, with individualized care routines for feeding, sleeping, and play. Our educators support early development through sensory exploration, attachment-based play, and language-rich interactions, including the introduction of basic American Sign Language (ASL).
Key Focus Areas:
- Building secure attachments with primary caregivers
- Encouraging free exploration and movement
- Facilitating play that supports sensory and cognitive development
- Respecting each infant’s natural rhythms and routines
Toddler (18 Months - 3 Years)
Toddlers are naturally curious, energetic, and eager to explore. Our toddler program fosters independence while encouraging language development and social-emotional growth. Through hands-on activities, play-based learning, and structured routines, toddlers gain foundational skills for future learning.
Key Focus Areas:
- Supporting independence (self-feeding, dressing, potty training)
- Expanding language and communication through ASL and verbal expression
- Encouraging social-emotional growth through cooperative play
- Sensory experiences, music, and movement to enhance cognitive development
Preschool (3-4 Years)
Preschoolers are eager learners, exploring their world with curiosity and excitement. Our preschool program builds upon their natural interests, incorporating early literacy, math, science, and creative expression into their daily routines. Play-based learning helps children develop problem-solving skills, creativity, and social connections.
Key Focus Areas:
- Developing early literacy and numeracy skills
- Encouraging creative expression through art, music, and dramatic play
- Building independence and confidence in learning
- Enhancing social and problem-solving skills through group activities
Pre-K (4-5 Years)
The pre-K program prepares children for kindergarten through hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences. Children develop literacy and math skills, engage in STEM activities, and practice self-regulation and collaboration. Our play-based approach ensures learning remains joyful and meaningful.
Key Focus Areas:
- Strengthening pre-reading, writing, and numeracy skills
- Hands-on STEM exploration (science, technology, engineering, and math)
- Fostering independence, confidence, and self-regulation
- Encouraging social responsibility and problem-solving skills
Hear From Our Families
Our families know us best. Hear directly from them about what makes BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care a place where their children thrive.
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Qualified Educators
Military Discount
Parking
Subsidy
Our Educators are passionate about delivering early years education that empowers and inspires children to create their futures.
We're proud to offer a standard 10% U.S. military discount for families in active duty as our way of saying thank you for your service!
Conveniently nestled amidst ample parking, our center ensures stress-free drop-offs and pickups for our valued families.
Our Center Directors can provide more information regarding financial assistance and they can assist you with the process as well.
Upcoming Events for Families
Join BrightPath Rockaway for our Winter Wonderland Open House!
Interested families are invited to explore BrightPath Rockaway at our upcoming open house event! Children can enjoy snowflake art, a mitten match craft, and a winter texture table. Don't miss this chance to explore our center, meet our staff, and learn about all the great things our community can offer!
📅 Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00-6:30 p.m.
📍 Location: 41 Green Pond Road Rockaway, NJ 07866
We can’t wait to see you there!
Award-Winning Culture
We’re proud to be recognized as a winner of the 2025 Culture at Work Award, a 2025 Silver Stevie® Award in Consumer Services recipient, and the winner of the 2024 Kudos Culture Leader Award. We strive every day to provide top-level support to our staff at over 250 daycare locations throughout the United States and Canada.
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