Smart Start Academy would like to thank you for your interest in our school.
Our Programs
We believe all children can learn and will learn given the proper environment.
Did you know that children do their most important learning before they even reach age five? Our school provides an atmosphere which encourages social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth skills which will be needed for the rest of your child’s life.
Research shows that children learn best in an environment that allows them to explore the world and learning materials in their own way, at their own pace. For our children 6 weeks to 2 years, our teachers use The Creative Curriculum: Infants, Toddlers, and Twos® as our guide for learning. Our children ages 3-5 years use The Creative Curriculum: Preschool® as our guide, which is the same curriculum that The Toms River School District has chosen for its preschool initiatives. The curriculum is comprehensive and aligned to essential early learning standards, using exploration and discovery as a way of learning.
We believe that children deserve individual attention, and that they do not thrive as well with a “canned” approach that you may see at larger centers. Our teachers are skilled at tailoring The Creative Curriculum® to each of our students to assure that every child enjoys learning and grows in all areas of development. Our goal is to keep your child captivated and motivated to learn throughout the school year. We respect the unique individuality of each child, and therefore we teach each child, based on their unique style and interests.
Like ever one of our parents and children, we are at Smart Start Academy by choice… Loving what we do, and who we do it for.
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0-18 Months
Infants / Waddlers
Infants 0 weeks – 12 months / Waddlers 12 – 18 months
At Smart Start Academy, we provide specialized care for infants aged 6 weeks to 12 months and waddlers from 12 to 18 months, prioritizing the well-being of our youngest community members and empathizing with the mixed emotions involved in entrusting your child to our care.
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1.5 - 2 years
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4-5 Years
Pre-kindergarten
Preparing them for kindergarten / end year with graduation ceremony
At Smart Start Academy, our meticulously developed program, centered around The Creative Curriculum: Preschool® edition, prepares children for the journey of formal school education by stimulating their innate curiosity and love for learning through a play-based approach.
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5-12 Years
Before & After School
Transportation to/from Citta Elementary School
At Smart Start Academy, our enriching before and after school care program is tailored to meet both the dynamic needs of busy families and the developmental needs of children, providing a seamless transition between school and home through a blend of nurturing care, educational support, and recreational activities.
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5-12 Years
Summer Camp Fun
At Smart Start Academy, our meticulously crafted summer day camp program transforms ordinary summer days into an extraordinary journey of learning and joy, enriching children’s lives with activities they are passionate about and ensuring each day is bursting with excitement and fun.
Programs and curriculum table
Our programs
| Program | Age Range |
| Infants | 6 weeks – 12 months |
| Waddlers | 12 months – 18 months |
| Toddlers | 18 months- 2 years |
| Pre-School 1 | 2 years – 3 years |
| Pre-School 2 | 3 years – 4 years |
| Pre-Kindergarten | 4 years – 5 years |
| Before & After School | 5 years – 12 years |
| Summer Camp | 5 years – 12 years |