About Brainiax

Brainiax was founded by an experienced educator that believes in offering a stimulating safe environment for young learners. Brainiax believes that every child is unique and when presented with a talented teacher, all children will shine! Our inclusive program focuses on each child’s cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development. Brainiax incorporates a strong literacy and math program. In addition, we offer S.T.E.A.M., Science, Engineering, Spanish and more in order to engage imaginations, foster creativity and allow for early learners to explore and grow.

Preschool

Brainiax Preschool offers a 1:5 ratio with a talented instructor as well as a certified teacher with a master’s degree. Our small class size allows for much needed individualized attention during your child’s formative years. Brainiax provides a nurturing and safe learning environment for children to master key concepts, explore, experiment, and learn through play. We are a tight-knit school family that encourages creativity, exploration and growth. The classroom community allows children to learn active listening skills and we offer much needed collaborative purposeful play opportunities. The program provides structured learning time as well as hands-on opportunities to build strong academic foundations.

Part-Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (extend to 3 p.m.)

Full-Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Ages 4+)

Afternoon Enrichment

Enrichment programs at Brainiax are interactive, fun and intellectually stimulating. Our teacher to student ratio is 1:10 which allows for small group learning and fun for all in a safe environment. Enrolling your child in enrichment activities that are tailored to their unique interests are a great way to ignite curiosity and foster development. Brainiax aims to engage children’s cognitive and creative capabilities, while giving them a much-needed boost of confidence to learn and explore new things.

Summer

The Brainy Tykes summer program offer learning, exploration, art, science, music, STEAM, water play, sports and fun in a sensory gym!

Brainy Tykes (Ages 3-5 )

Part Time 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Extend to 3 p.m.)

Full Time 9:00 a.m. – 5:15 p.m. (Ages 4+)

Brainiax Benefits

Certified Teachers

The Director and Assistant Director are certified teachers with Master’s degrees in Education. All teachers are Early Childhood experts.

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Creative Curriculum

Our custom curriculum is developed by certified teachers.

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Small Class Size

Enjoy the benefits of a small group preschool that offers a ratio of 1:5 teacher to students. The afternoon enrichment program offers a unique ratio of 1:10 teacher to students.

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Choose the Best, Choose Brainiax

Ignite your child’s creativity & curiosity at Brainiax.

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Ignite your Child’s Creativity & Curiosity at Brainiax

Meet the Brainiax Team

Debra Kirchen

The Owner/Director, Debra Kirchen, is a seasoned educator with a Master's Degree in Education from NYU. As a mother of two children, she has always understood the importance of early childhood education. Brainiax was born for her children because she believed that teacher-led programming was necessary for all ages. Her youngest child graduated from Brainiax Preschool. As an educator, she believes in creating an engaging environment where children are offered a variety of experiences that instill a love for lifelong learning. In her spare time, she volunteers for the Rotary Club of Livingston.

Ms.Kandi

Our Head Teacher, Ms. Kandi, has a Master's Degree in Early Childhood with a specialization in Special Education. As a mother of three and an educator, she has always loved working with children. She is very passionate about providing a high-quality educational experience for all children and is dedicated to finding teachable moments in every situation. Ms. Kandi is a dedicated, creative, and knowledgeable teacher. She is CPR/First Aid certified, safe sleep certified, allergy response trained, and child abuse trained.
1

My daughters took a class here and had the best time! They were so excited about all the different activities and begged me to sign them up again!

2

My son attended a lego class and he was thrilled before it started and was even more excited after class. He had a great time, and had lots of new information to share afterwards. He is excited about returning and keeps asking when he can go next! My husband and I are also so excited […]

3

My 4 year old son took a LEGO class and a Dinosaur class and loved both! He had a blast and learned a lot! The teachers are great and the facility is so nice. We look forward to many more classes at Brainiax!

History of Brainiax

  • 2019

    Enrichment Center

  • 2020

    Private Inclusive Preschool

  • 2021

    Won Best of Essex - Best Preschool & Enrichment Center

  • 2022

    Won Best of Essex - Best Preschool & Enrichment Center

  • 2023

    Won Best of Essex - Best Preschool & Enrichment Center