School Year

We provide a nurturing environment for growth and joy guided by best practices and a balanced approach to the whole child.

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Our classrooms

Each classroom is designed with intention, from light-filled corners for quiet focus to open areas for hands-on discovery. Spaces that grow with your child.

Early Learners Preschool

is a nurturing environment that sets the foundation for our youngest learners.
Children must be 2 years old by October 1 of the school year.
Preschool

is an environment centered around hands-on discovery and learning through play.
Children must be 3 years old by October 1 of the school year.
Pre-Kindergarten

is an environment that excites and prepares young learners for kindergarten and beyond.
Children must be 4 years old by October 1 of the school year.
Before & After School

is for activities, games, connection, and outdoor play.
K-5 Toms River students who attend Cedar Grove and East Dover Elementary schools may receive bus transportation through the district school system.

The outdoor classroom

Nature connection

Not every circle time or activity happens inside!

At Peppermint Tree, we believe learning in our outdoor environment is just as important.

Enrichments

enhancing our programs with singing, dancing, and athletics

Mr. Scott the Music Man

Mr. Scott the Music Man has been making children across the country laugh, dance, and sing for over 25 years. His warm rapport combined with his cool original music, silly songs, wacky faces, funny sound effects, and nonstop energy, makes every show a fun and memorable experience.
Fun Bus

FUN BUS is a mobile kids gym offering fitness FUN classes to preschool & childcare facilities with children ages 18 months - 7 years in a colorful, FUN and safe environment. learn and grow during milestone years with FUN BUS! Building memories, muscles and healthy habits which last a lifetime!
Wee Can Dance

Wee Can Dance offers children’s Pre-Ballet for children ages 3-6. Our unique program is designed to improve and develop motor skills, social awareness, confidence, coordination, rhythm, physical fitness, self expression, imagination, and most importantly — it’s fun!
Soccer Shots

Soccer Shots is the most trusted and engaging children’s soccer program for ages 18 months to 8 years. Join the best coaches in the business on Soccer Island for age-appropriate soccer skills, character-building, and FUN!