Serving Families Since 1984

Where small moments grow big imaginations.

A NAEYC-accredited preschool in Cranbury, NJ, affirming each child’s gifts, promoting developmental growth, and fostering happy, secure individuals — serving families across Mercer, Monmouth, and Middlesex counties since 1984.

Children playing at CPNS, a preschool in Cranbury, NJ
Now enrolling 2026–27
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NAEYC
Accredited School
2.5 – 5
Ages We Serve
Since 1984
Mercer • Monmouth • Middlesex Families
Our Approach

A play-based preschool in Cranbury, NJ.

Everything we do is built around a simple idea: when children feel safe, seen, and curious, they thrive. Play is how children make sense of the world.

Curiosity

Learning through play

Hands-on, child-led discovery in classrooms designed to spark wonder and build confidence.

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Community

A second family

Small classes, dedicated teachers, and lasting friendships — for children and parents alike.

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Growth

Ready for what’s next

Programs that prepare children developmentally, socially, and emotionally for kindergarten and beyond.

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We believe every child deserves to be known, celebrated, and gently challenged to grow.
Cranbury, NJ • Since 1984

Come see us in person.

Tours of our preschool in Cranbury, NJ run year-round on a rolling basis. The best way to feel CPNS is to walk through our doors.

22 S Main Street, Cranbury, NJ
Current Families

What’s coming up.

Sept
21, 22
Getting To Know You Days
All about you!
Oct
5, 6
Firefighter Visits
Firefighters and fire tuck visit CPNS and Pre-K walking trip to firehouse
Oct
14, 15
2.5’s Pumpkin Patch
2.5’s choose their pumpkin on the playground
Oct
14, 16
Pre-K and 3’s Farm Trips
Pre-K to VonThun’s Farm (14th) and 3’s to Lee’s Family Farm (16th)