Gentle Shepherd Christian Preschool

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Gentle Shepherd Christian Preschool GSCP is a traditional preschool + childcare program that has been part of the community since 1993. We serve children 6 weeks through 6 years old.

We are “The Teacher’s Preschool” offering special pricing to NJ Teachers 🍎 Open September-June, plus camp. Gentle Shepherd Christian Preschool was founded in January of 1993 by Somerset Hills Lutheran Church. It is a non-profit educational facility with a mission to maximize the spiritual, cognitive, personal, social, and physical development of young children. Licensed by the state of New Jersey, teachers need or exceed the requirements set forth by the state for preschool education. All teachers hold college degrees. All children are encouraged to learn through active exploration of their child-centered environment, helping to develop positive self-esteem, self-control, and independence. Strong pre-K academic preparation, following “The Creative Curriculum” teaching strategies, cognitive and perceptual skill development, language, music, art and large and small motor skills. Concrete learning and imaginative play. Fun and stimulating enrichment experiences also offered: Computer skills, Cooking, Arts and Crafts, Sports

Christian environment places emphasis on kindness, caring, and thoughtfulness Age-appropriate prayers and stories woven into the curriculum, Holiday celebrations and performances held in chapel, welcoming to children of all religions. Safe and secure facility All staff trained in CPR with high food allergy awareness, gated playground with rubber mulch, building locked from outside during class hours, easy access with large, private parking lot. Gentle Shepherd accepts children without regard to race, color, creed or national origin. You are invited to learn more about the curriculum and we encourage you to schedule a site visit and tour with our Director, Martha Gilmore.

We had the opportunity to attend the Preschool Advantage Annual Gala on October 7th. It was a wonderful evening for an a...
10/12/2026

We had the opportunity to attend the Preschool Advantage Annual Gala on October 7th. It was a wonderful evening for an amazing organization Preschool Advantage

09/30/2026

Meet the Teacher at GSCP! It’s gonna be a great year 🍎
09/10/2026

Meet the Teacher at GSCP! It’s gonna be a great year 🍎

09/10/2026

Check out Preschool Advantage They are an amazing organization making preschool affordable for all!

Some of our littlest friends 🦋
09/03/2026

Some of our littlest friends 🦋

Already having so much fun in the 2’s ⭐️
09/02/2026

Already having so much fun in the 2’s ⭐️

1st Day for some of our 2’s 🍏
09/02/2026

1st Day for some of our 2’s 🍏

All stocked up for 📚 ✏️
08/29/2026

All stocked up for 📚 ✏️

Quiet 🌙 ✨
08/28/2026

Quiet 🌙 ✨

Getting ready 🍎
08/28/2026

Getting ready 🍎

Address

350 Lake Road
Basking Ridge, NJ
07920

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7am - 4:30pm
Friday 7am - 4:30pm

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