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At the Burke Foundation Early Childhood Center, we believe every child deserves access to high-quality early learning in a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment. We are committed to making exceptional early childhood education both affordable and accessible for families, with tuition rates that are 14%–24% lower than many other local childcare providers.

Conveniently located in downtown Princeton, our licensed early childhood center serves children from 8 weeks to 6 years of age through engaging, developmentally appropriate programs that foster curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Our bilingual classrooms, experienced educators, and research-based curricula including Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold for Pre-K students provide a strong foundation for future success.

We value strong partnerships with families and maintain open communication through ClassDojo, dedicated classroom phone lines, parent-teacher conferences, workshops, and family engagement opportunities throughout the year. For children between 12 and 20 months of age, we require an in-person or virtual meeting with our leadership team to ensure the best classroom placement based on each child's developmental needs.

Licensed by the New Jersey Department of Children and Families, the Burke Foundation Early Childhood Center is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. We offer full-day and part-day childcare, as well as aftercare from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m for children ages 3 to 6, providing families with the flexibility and support they need while ensuring every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

DEPOSITS MADE TO OUR CHILDCARE PROGRAM ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

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Enrollment & Tuition ↘

Tuition Fee is based on your child’s classroom placement.

As your child transitions to the next room, your monthly tuition rate will be updated accordingly.

Tuition Rates Reflect the 2025-2026 School Year

Children must be 3 by October 1st to be placed in a 3 year-old classroom

  • Sprouts (8 weeks - 12 months) and Rosebuds (12 - 20 months)

    Full Day (7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.)

    5 days: $2,304

    4 days: $1,843

    3 days: $1,640

  • Cherry Blossoms (20 months - 30 months)

    • Full Day (7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.)

      5 days: $2,090

      4 days: $1,693

      3 days: $1,500

  • 2.5 - 5 years

    • Full Day (7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.)

      5 Days: $1,875

      4 Days: $1,511

      3 Days: $1,350

    • Partial Day (9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) *must be 2.5 yo by Sept. 30th

      5 Days: $900

      4 Days: $730

      3 Days: $643

    • Partial Day (9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)

      5 Days: $1,457

      4 Days: $1,168

      3 Days: $1,039

    • Before Care (7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.) *for 3 - 6yos

      5 Days: $250

      Drop-in days available

    • After Care (3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.) *for 3 - 6yos

      5 Days: $435

      Drop-in days available

Looking to register for July or August 2026? Click the link below to view rates for the current school year.

Current Rates

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YWCA provides enrollment opportunities for low-income families and emergency care option for families with no other immediate childcare options.

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All completed scholarship applications and documentation must be submitted online. No hard copy applications will be accepted in person.

Parent Resources

*DEPOSITS MADE TO OUR CHILDCARE PROGRAM ARE NON-REFUNDABLE*

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Meet the Childcare Admin
Parent Handbook
Allergy Plan
Burke Calendar
PPS Calendar
Universal Health Form
Daily medication Form

FAQs

  • The classroom uses the Creative Curriculum-It teaches children to become creative, confident, and caring critical thinkers. Teaching Strategies Gold is also utilized for Child Assessments. GOLD is an authentic, ongoing observational system for assessing children from birth through kindergarten. It helps teachers observe children in the context of every day experiences, which is an effective way to learn what they know and can do.

  • We are currently working with Grow NJ Kids for a star rating.

  • Yes, Before/After Care Programs is offered during the school year. The program is held on site. Before Care is from 7:30am– 9:00am and Aftercare is from 3:30pm- 6pm. Aftercare also covers Early Dismissal hours (1:15-6pm) when the school day ends due to staff development.

  • We offer a 3, 4, or 5 day schedule for all students and part-time hours for children 2.5yrs and up. Drop-ins are only available to current students.

  • We provide a morning and afternoon snack for children each day. Parents provide their child’s lunch.