Daycare & Preschool Program in Palisade, NJ
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A Smart Start for your Child’s Future”
Smart Start Academy welcomes families to our state-of-the-art campuses at 430 Palisade Ave (Lumber House) and 502 Palisade Ave (Palisade Square), Jersey City, NJ 07307.
Center direct number (201) 461-1515
Why Families in Jersey City Choose Our Palisade Ave Location
Palisade Square is S.S.A.’s most glamorous center! This facility offers eco-friendly, sustainable energy.
Designed with tall European-style windows that bring in natural light for our students. This center was designed with small, intimate classes of no more than 10 students each to create a warm environment where our children can flourish and feel at home.
Key Features of Our Palisade Ave Centers
- Eco-friendly campus design
- Tall European-style windows for bright classrooms
- Small class sizes, capped at 10 students
- State-of-the-art playground and park on site
- Smart boards and contactless sign-in
- Full transparency for families at all times
- Student-to-teacher ratios remain below state requirements
- Campus supports early growth through structured routines and caring teachers
Early Learning Programs on Palisade Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Smart Start Academy offers a variety of programs at the Palisade Ave campuses to meet the needs of growing children:
- Infant care starting at 6 weeks
- Full and half-day preschool
- After-school programs for children 19 months and older
- Smart-sitters
- Emergency services
- Social enrichment programs
Both Palisade Square and Lumber House provide flexible scheduling options:
- 2-day programs
- 3-day programs
- 5-day programs
These schedules help match the routines of active Jersey City families.
Flexible Preschool Schedules for Working Parents
Our Smart Starter and Smart Learners programs support children 19 months and older. Families can select:
- 2-day a week
- 3-day a week
- 5-day a week
Parents choosing the 5-day schedule may select either half-day or full-day classes, allowing for a routine that aligns with each family’s lifestyle and the child’s needs.
Smart Infants (6 weeks-18 mo.)
| SCHEDULE | TIME | 2 DAYS (T,TH) | 3 DAYS (M,W,F) | 5 DAYS (M-F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursery + Extended | 7:00AM-7:00PM | $1799.99 per mo. | $2199.99 per mo. | $2599.99 per mo. |
| Nursery Hours | 7:00AM-2:30PM | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Half day | 7:00AM-12:00PM | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Smart Starters (19 mo.- 35 mo. )
| SCHEDULE | TIME | 2 DAYS (T,TH) | 3 DAYS (M,W,F) | 5 DAYS (M-F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool+ Extended | 7:00AM-7:00PM | $1699.99 per mo | $2099.99 per mo | $2499.99 per mo |
| Preschool | 7:00AM- 2:30PM | $1499.99 per mo | $1849.99 per mo | $2199.99 per mo |
| Half Days | 7:00AM-12:00PM | N/A | N/A | $2149.99 per mo. |
| Social Enrichment Program (Before and After Care) | 7:00AM-8:30AM 2:30PM-7:00PM | $1099.99 | $1299.99 | $1499.99 |
Smart Learners (36 mo.& up)
| SCHEDULE | TIME | 2 DAYS (T,TH) | 3 DAYS (M,W,F) | 5 DAYS (M-F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool+ Extended | 7:00AM-7:00PM | $1649.99 per mo. | $1999.99 per mo. | $2349.99 per mo. |
| Preschool | 7:00AM-2:30PM | $1449.99 per mo. | $1749.99 per mo. | $2049.99 per mo. |
| Half Days | 7:00AM-12:00PM | N/A | N/A | $1999.99 per mo. |
| Social Enrichment Program (Before and After Care) | 7:00AM- 8:30AM 2:30PM-7:00PM | $949.99 per mo. | $999.99 per mo. | $1099.99 per mo. |
Additional S.S.A Programs
| SCHEDULE | TIME | 6 weeks- 18mo | 19mo- 35mo | 36mo & up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency Care | Minimum 3 Hrs | $35.00 per hr | $30.00 per hr | $25.00 per hr |
| NEW! Smart pickups (Approval Required) | 6:00AM-7:30AM | $299.99 per mo. | $299.99 per mo. | $199.99 per mo. |
| Before & After School w S.S.A pick up | 7:00AM- 8:30AM 2:30PM- 7:00PM | N/A | $1499.99 per mo | $1099.99 per mo. |
| Smart Sitters Weekdays (M-TH) | Min of 4 hrs TBD | $27 per hr (per child) | $27 per hr (per child) | $27 per hr (per child) |
| Smart Sitters Weekend & Holidays (Fri-Sun) | Min of 4 hrs | $30 per hr (per child) | $30 per hr (per child) | $30 per hr (per child) |
*Back-up care participants must call at least 2 hours ahead to confirm availability.
*Smart sitter sibling discount available.
S.S.A Smart Pick-Ups
S.S.A. now offers Smart Pick-Ups to add a true VIP experience. This allows you to stay inside your home in the morning or afternoon. Please speak with your center director for more details.
Additional Fees
- Non-refundable Annual Application Fee: $325 (Cash/Certified Check) due every July
- Smart App Fee: $56 per calendar school year
- Security Placement Fee: $1500
- Yearly School Supplies and Materials: varies by attendance schedule
- Late Pick Up Fees: $1 per minute
Enrollment and Tuition Details
The academic year runs from September through June, and parents are required to pay for the entire school year regardless of holidays, start dates, inclement weather, unforeseen circumstances, or student absences.
All parents are required to pay a non-refundable, non-transferable security placement fee and 1st Month’s tuition to secure their child’s spot at S.S.A.
This security placement fee will be applied to the last month of the student’s enrollment, with proper two full months’ written notice provided.
Summer months (July/August) do not apply towards the written notice.
Please note, the Security Placement fee and 1st month are only refunded/applied in the form of tuition and are applied towards your first and last months of your child’s enrollment.
Parent Testimonials
“The teachers at the Palisade Ave campus treat our child like family. Small classes and caring staff give us peace of mind every day.”
– Rebecca M., Jersey City, NJ
“Our daughter learned so much in the preschool program. The center is clean, bright, and organized with great communication from the teachers.”
– Daniel S., Jersey City, NJ
“Smart Start Academy stands out from other childcare options in Jersey City. The flexible schedule helps our work routine, and the all-inclusive model is a huge advantage.”
– Krystal B., Jersey City, NJ
Smart Start Academy – Palisade Ave
Address: 430 Palisade Ave & 502 Palisade Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07307
Phone: (201) 461-1515