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Marigold Academy in Essex County, NJ
Our Enrichment Programs
Why Families Choose Marigold Academy
As parents, we all want the best for our children—a place where they feel safe, loved, and excited to learn every day. At Marigold Academy, we understand that, and we’ve built a nurturing, family-like environment where your child can grow with confidence.
Our experienced teachers focus on more than just care—they’re dedicated to helping each child develop academically, socially, and emotionally, setting them up for long-term success.
Jag & Nidhi Singh
Meet Our Franchisees
Jag and Nidhi Singh’s passion for early childhood education was ignited when they became parents, awakening a profound commitment to creating environments where children feel valued, supported, and inspired. They discovered their calling in helping young learners build confidence and curiosity while providing families with a trusted partner in their child’s development. Their journey led them to Marigold Academy, where the comprehensive curriculum, home-like atmosphere, and focus on nurturing the whole child perfectly aligned with their vision.
“We are honored and excited to bring Marigold Academy’s signature Home Away From Home experience to Essex County, NJ, where we can deliver high-quality education and exceptional care in a warm, engaging environment. We want every child to discover, grow, and flourish while giving families the peace of mind that comes from knowing their children are truly cared for. Our mission is to equip young learners with the foundation they need for lifelong success, while creating a welcoming community for families who value excellence in early childhood education.” – Jag & Nidhi
As proud Marigold Academy franchise owners, Jag and Nidhi are committed to cultivating a caring, family-centered community where every child and family feels at home.
Meet Our Academy Director
Joyce holds a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership with honors from Rider University in Lawrenceville and brings over 20 years of experience in early childhood education. She is deeply committed to nurturing the whole child and fostering strong, family-centered learning communities. With experience ranging from classroom teaching to Director of Education roles, Joyce leads with a child-centered, relationship-driven approach in every aspect of program leadership.
Her educational philosophy centers on meeting children where they are, honoring individual differences, and partnering closely with families to support each child’s growth. Joyce believes that high-quality early education is grounded in kindness, safety, consistency, and strong relationships, supported by engaging, hands-on learning experiences that promote curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning.
Known for her collaborative leadership style, Joyce is dedicated to mentoring educators, strengthening positive school culture, and ensuring programs operate with integrity, excellence, and heart. She values meaningful community connections and believes schools thrive when families, staff, and neighborhoods work together to support, protect, and educate children.
Ms. Joyce
Step Inside Our New Space
"Absolutely wonderful environment for children to learn and grow"
Our Enrichment Activities
Exceptional teachers, extraordinary care.
The Backbone
of Our Program
We hold our teachers in the highest regard. They are not just educators; they are mentors, guides, and pillars of support for our students. We empower our teachers to thrive in their roles, gain new knowledge and deliver the highest quality education to our students.
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Health & Safety
- Age appropriate playgrounds
- Daily cleaning and disinfecting
- Self-contained classroom restrooms
- Air filtration systems
- Secured locked doors
- Age appropriate toys and furniture
- Individual storage for each child
Offerings
- Full and Part Day Programs
- Kindergarten Readiness
- Before and Aftercare Offered
- Enrichment Programs
- Holistic Development
In Unity, We Create Lasting Change
The Marigold Commitment focuses on nurturing the potential of every child and uplifting communities in need. By partnering with like-minded organizations, we work to create lasting, positive change in areas like education, poverty, and health. Learn more about how we’re making a difference.
Kind Hearts,
Bright Futures
Marigold Kids are more than students—they’re compassionate, community-minded young learners who embrace the joy of helping others. From showing kindness to their peers to participating in activities that uplift their communities, Marigold Kids grow into thoughtful, responsible individuals who make the world a better place. At Marigold Academy, we believe every child has the potential to shine, and we’re here to nurture that spark.
Frequently Asked Questions
We cater to age 6 weeks+. We have Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten classrooms.
We are open Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
We never overcrowd our classrooms; we strive to create a classroom atmosphere that is conducive to learning and development. Our children to teacher ratios are generous and better than state requirement.
Our days provide structure for our kids while allowing for loads of fun, learning, exploration, and growth. While the daily routine is the same, the learning that takes place is varied to address our little learners.
We abide by all state cleaning requirements. In addition, our staff cleans all toys and high contact points throughout the day. At the end of each day, we have a professional cleaning company that cleans and disinfects the entire facility.
Yes, all our lead teachers are either certified, have obtained their CDA (Child Development Associate), or are currently pursuing CDA. Equally as important our teachers come with a wealth of knowledge and experience in early childhood development and continue their learning throughout the year via teacher training.
Our health policy abides by state and local township health department requirements. We always encourage parents to keep their child home if they are sick. However, if a child becomes ill while in our care, we refer to our sick policy, provided to our parents upon registration. Please contact our school for our detailed health policy.
Weather permitting, we aim to take the children out twice a day. We believe that the fresh air, sun, and outdoors are just as important for child development. Our outdoor playground is greater than 10,000 sqft, therefore we have ample space to take all our children out simultaneously, and not having to take turns with other groups in the school.
Yes, we do offer a sibling discount, which is 10% off the oldest child’s monthly tuition.
We have developed our own proprietary curriculum that addresses the whole child and is known for kindergarten readiness. We focus on a child’s cognitive, physical, and emotional development. We want children to be excited about learning as we prepare them to take the next steps in their development. Some of the areas we include in our curriculum are reading, writing, arts, math, science, foreign language, and sign language.
Yes, we train and certify all our teachers in CPR/First Aid/AED every two years. We also train our teachers in safety procedures, drills, and evacuations.
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