At Cresthill Academy, we believe families deserve more than just childcare, they deserve a school community built on trust, communication, consistency, and exceptional care.
Over the past several months, Cresthill Academy Hoboken South has entered an exciting new chapter under updated leadership and strengthened operational oversight. As part of our continued commitment to excellence, we’ve made meaningful investments in our team, school culture, classroom experience, and family communication to ensure we continue delivering the high standards families expect from Cresthill Academy.
Serving families throughout Hoboken and the Newport area of Jersey City, Cresthill Academy Hoboken South provides infant care, toddler programs, preschool, and Pre-K in a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment designed to support every stage of early childhood development.Leadership Focused on Children, Families, and Consistency
Under the leadership of Center Director Kelly Zegarowitz, our Hoboken South location is focused on creating a warm, welcoming, and highly supportive environment for children, teachers, and families alike.
Kelly brings more than a decade of early childhood education experience, with a background spanning infant, toddler, preschool, and Pre-K classrooms, as well as center operations and curriculum oversight. Her experience includes both teaching and leadership roles throughout the Hoboken area, giving her a deep understanding of what local families value most in a childcare and preschool experience.
Families and staff immediately notice Kelly’s hands-on leadership approach. Rather than remaining behind a desk, she is actively present throughout the school day — visiting classrooms, greeting children and teachers, supporting staff, and maintaining strong visibility across the center. This daily presence helps create stronger consistency, better communication, and a more connected school culture.
Strengthening the Parent Experience
At Cresthill Academy Hoboken South, we understand that strong communication and trust are essential for families choosing childcare in Hoboken or Jersey City.As part of our renewed operational focus, families will notice:
- Increased leadership visibility throughout the school
- More consistent communication with parents
- Enhanced safety procedures and operational oversight
- Greater staffing consistency and classroom support
- A cleaner, more organized learning environment
- Ongoing teacher coaching and professional development
- Stronger consistency in routines, classroom expectations, and daily operations
Our goal is simple: to create a dependable and nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn every day.High-Quality Infant Care and Early Childhood Education in Hoboken
Choosing infant daycare in Hoboken or Jersey City is one of the most important decisions families make. At Cresthill Academy Hoboken South, we take that responsibility seriously.
Our infant program is designed to provide responsive, attentive care in a calm and nurturing setting where babies can safely grow, explore, and develop foundational social and cognitive skills. Teachers work closely with families to maintain communication, routines, and individualized care throughout the day.As children grow, our toddler, preschool, and Pre-K programs continue building independence, confidence, creativity, and kindergarten readiness through engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences.
We proudly serve families looking for:
- Infant daycare in Hoboken
- Childcare in Hoboken
- Preschool programs in Hoboken
- Infant daycare near Jersey City Newport
- Pre-K and early childhood education programs near Hoboken and Newport
A Continued Commitment to Safety and Excellence
At Cresthill Academy, safety and accountability remain at the center of everything we do.We continue to strengthen operational systems, classroom support, leadership oversight, and staff development to ensure every child receives the highest level of care and attention possible.
We also believe that great schools are built through partnership with families. Listening, improving, and maintaining high standards across every classroom remains a core part of our commitment as we continue growing and evolving.
Looking Ahead
We are incredibly proud of the positive momentum at Hoboken South and grateful to the families who continue to place their trust in Cresthill Academy every day.This new chapter represents more than operational improvements — it reflects a renewed commitment to creating an exceptional childcare and preschool experience for families throughout Hoboken and Jersey City.
We’re excited for what’s ahead and look forward to welcoming both current and future families into the Cresthill Academy community.To learn more about our infant, toddler, preschool, and Pre-K programs, we invite families to schedule a tour and experience the Cresthill difference firsthand.