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WE CORDILY WELCOME YOU TO - PAKSIDE PRESCHOOL 3

Preschool 3

Parkside Preschool 3

Address
567 Broadway, Newark, NJ 07104
Phone
973-732-4807
Operating Hours

Our Teaching Staff and Community

Meet Our Caring Team

Ms Johalma

Ms. Johalma Alfaro

Site Director

Hello, my name is Johalma Alfaro, and I am the Director at Parkside Preschool 3. In my role, I am dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive. I take pride in supporting both our students and staff, fostering a positive and collaborative atmosphere for everyone. Working in early childhood education is more than a career for me — it is my calling.

Ms Anlyn

Ms. Anlyn

Clerk

Hi, I'm Ms. Anlyn. With over a decade of experience at the Gilliard Group, I am committed to nurturing children’s growth and fostering positive family connections. I find joy in assisting parents, providing support, and ensuring that every family feels welcomed and respected.

Ms Rosa

Ms. Rosa

Clerk

Hi! My name is Rose, and I’m proud to be part of our preschool team here at Parkside 3. I wear two hats here as both a preschool teacher and part of the administrative staff. Working with young children brings me so much joy, and I love watching them grow, learn, and explore every day.

Programs Offered:

Infant Care

  • At Parkside Preschool 3 infant program is designed to create a responsive and nurturing environment.
  • Caregivers focus on building warm, trusting relationships and providing enriching experiences that support each infant's development in a safe, stimulating setting.

Toddler Care

  • In our toddler program, learning happens through active exploration of classroom "interest areas" like blocks, dramatic play, and art.
  • The Creative Curriculum guides us in fostering each toddler's growing independence, language skills, and social-emotional development through purposeful, play-based activities.

Preschool

  • Our preschool program is centered on in-depth, project-based "studies" that spark curiosity.
  • The Creative Curriculum helps children develop skills in all areas—from literacy and math to science and the arts—through hands-on investigations of topics relevant to their lives.

Extended Programs:

Before and After-School Care

  • This program provides a seamless transition from the school day into a fun and enriching environment. Using the Creative Curriculum, we provide a variety of engaging activities and interest areas that allow children to unwind, socialize, and explore their own interests in a structured, supportive setting.

Summer Camp

  • Our summer camp offers an immersive experience with new themes and projects each week. We provide a balance of child-led activities and teacher-guided investigations, ensuring a fun-filled and educational summer that encourages creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.

Extended Hours and Pricing

Childcare Rates & Policies
Childcare Rates
Weekly Private Rate Before & Aftercare
(Per Month)		 Program for Parents Subsidy Rate
(Per Month)
6 Weeks to 17 Months $300.00 $366.67
18–29 Months $280.00 $326.56
30 Months – 5 Years Old $250.00 $600.00 $291.57

Payment & Fee Policies

REGISTRATION FEE: $100.00 (applies to all new applicants)

Payment Methods Accepted:
Cash, Card Payments, Money Order Payments
Personal Checks are not accepted

Childcare vouchers include (CCVC, CCAP, NJCK, WFNJ, TANF, and KINSHIP).

Corporate Sponsor Vouchers are accepted.

If using Urban League or a CCR&R voucher:

Parents may be required to pay a co-payment.
Co-payment amounts vary by household size and income.
Parents are responsible for paying the difference between our childcare rate and the total voucher coverage.

Fee Policy

Fees are not prorated for holidays, vacations, sick days, or absences.
Tuition is a flat weekly rate regardless of whether your child attends all five days or fewer.

Payment Schedule

Subsidy Contracts: Co-payments are due by the 5th of each month.
Private Pay Families: Weekly tuition is due every Monday prior to the start of service.

Late Payments

A 10% late fee will be applied to overdue payments.
Failure to make timely tuition payments may result in loss of childcare services.

Testimonials

Amanda Sanabria
Amanda Sanabria
September 24, 2025
Google

My son is in the baby room at Parkside Preschool 3 and I absolutely love the teachers (Scarlett & Elizabeth). They are so respectful, keep me updated, and my son loves them. The front desk recepti...

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SHAMELLA ROBINSON-RALPH
SHAMELLA ROBINSON-RALPH
December 12, 2023
Google

My son has attended this school from 18 months old until 5 years old. I’m African American and my child was not treated any differently than the other kids. My son learned a lot here and still remembe...

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Anlyn Johnson
Anlyn Johnson
March 7, 2023
Google

Parkside Preschool 3 is a wonderful place for infants and toddlers. During my tour, each teacher showed a very caring nature towards each child in their classroom. The Director, Ms. Leslie, gave me pe...

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"Writing is good, thinking is better. Cleverness is good, patience is better."
- Hermann Hesse
"It's not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters."
- Epictetus

We provide nurturing care, certified staff and engaging curriculum to support every child’s growth—academically, socially, and emotionally.

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Contact Us
  • 973-732-4807
  • parkside3@gilliardgroup.com
  • Parkside Preschool 3, 567 Broadway Newark NJ 07104
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