What preschoolers learn
- Letters, numbers, colors and shapes
- Art: cutting, gluing and painting
- Stories in English and Spanish
- Culture and heritage celebrations
- Monthly themes
Bilingual preschool in Pennsauken, NJ
Our preschool group is for children 2½ to 5 years old at Little Light of Love, a registered family child care home in Pennsauken, NJ. Children learn letters, numbers, colors and shapes, make art and hear stories in English and Spanish, in small groups. Home pickup and drop-off is available and we accept CCAP.
- AgesPreschool, 2½–5 years
- HoursMonday to Friday 5:30 AM – 11:00 PM · Saturday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- LanguagesEnglish and Spanish, all day
- Where405 N 42nd St, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
- Type of careRegistered family child care home in New Jersey (sponsoring agency: Camden County Department of Children’s Services)
- PaymentCCAP accepted
- TransportationHome pickup and drop-off in Pennsauken and nearby towns
What looks like play is learning
Each activity builds a skill:
- Painting with a thin brushFine motor skills: the grip and strength needed to hold a pencil
- Sand and sensory tableSenses and hands, plus new words: soft, cold, sticky
- Catching bubblesGross motor skills: balance, coordination, hand–eye
- Climbing soft blocksThe body in space, strength and confidence
- Stories on the feelings rugLanguage and emotions: vocabulary in two languages and naming feelings
- Calm cornerSocial-emotional skills: breathe, calm down and go back to play
Small groups
Small groups mean we know each child by name and by favorite song.
How we follow development
We use the ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 questionnaires to look at communication, movement, problem solving and social-emotional growth. We sit down with you in person to go over the results. If something needs more attention, we guide you to your pediatrician or New Jersey Early Intervention (for children under 3) and stay with you.
Safety you can see
- Teachers certified in CPR and first aid
- Background checks and fingerprints for all staff
- Security cameras in the main room and the calm corner
- Only the adults you list in our parent app can pick up your child
- Every allergy on file and checked before each meal
Questions families ask
What ages are in preschool?
Preschool is for children 2½ to 5 years old. Kindergarten-age children (5 and up) have their own group.
How do you help children get ready for kindergarten?
With letters and sounds, numbers, fine motor art work, stories in two languages and daily practice with feelings and taking turns. We also share developmental results with you in person.
Is preschool taught in English or Spanish?
Both. Stories, songs and conversations happen in English and Spanish all day.
How much does it cost?
Rates depend on your child’s age and the days you need. Message us at 609 335 8887 (text or WhatsApp) and we will send you the rates.
Do you accept CCAP?
Yes. We accept CCAP, New Jersey’s Child Care Assistance Program. Families also receive a W-10 and receipts for child care tax credits.
How do I join?
Reserve your spot, we have a waitlist: apply with the form on our waitlist page. We call you to go over the schedule, the program and the costs and to answer your questions. To hold your place you pre-enroll with 50% of the registration fee (non-refundable), then you sign the enrollment contract in person and list the adults allowed to pick up your child in our parent app.
More about Little Light of Love
- Bilingual child care in Pennsauken, NJ
- Infant care
- Toddler care
- Kindergarten
- After-school care
- CCAP accepted
- Daycare with transportation
- Open until 11 PM
- Bilingual daycare
- Areas we serve
Last updated: November 5, 2026