ABC Spectrum Preschool is the choice of educated parents for over 36 years.
ABC Spectrum Preschool utilizes the High Scope educational approach to learning which promotes the fundamental premise that children are active learners, supported and challenged by teachers and staff.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1981
Summer School Offered
Yes
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 39%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please call center for registration packet.
Admissions Director
Cindy Parenteau
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Adventure Squad Gymnastics, Adventure Squad Karate, Adventure Squad Multi-Sports, My Gym of Manalapan
Adventure Squad Gymnastics, Adventure Squad Karate, Adventure Squad Multi-Sports, My Gym of Manalapan
School Notes
- Full day programs for Infants through Kindergarten
- Half day morning and afternoon preschool programs
- Kindergarten
- Kindergarten Prep for students who miss local school district cut off dates
- 2 year old playgroup program
- Mommy and Me 12 to 24 months
- Camp ABC exclusively for toddlers and preschoolers.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Abc Spectrum Preschool?
The application deadline for Abc Spectrum Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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