Brainiax – Where Young Minds Grow!

Founded by a passionate and experienced educator, Brainiax is dedicated to providing a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. We believe that all children are unique—and when guided by talented, caring teachers, they can truly shine. Our programs are thoughtfully designed to support the cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development of each learner:

Afternoon Enrichment Programs: 
Our enrichment program for early elementary students offers exciting activities in S.T.E.A.M., science, engineering, and more. Brainy Juniors is designed to inspire creativity, spark curiosity, and build confidence through exploration and discovery.

At Brainiax, we nurture bright beginnings—and brilliant futures.

Brainiax Benefits

Certified Teachers

The Director and Head Teacher are certified teachers with Master’s Degrees in Education.

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Creative Curriculum

Our Custom Curriculum is Developed by Certified Teachers

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Small Class Size

Small Group Inclusive Preschool Offers Individualized Attention

2:5 Teacher to Students Ratio

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Choose the Best, Choose Brainiax

Ignite your Child’s Creativity & Curiosity at Brainiax.

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Experience the warmth of personalized learning at our small inclusive preschool, where every child thrives with the support of a certified teacher and a dedicated assistant in a nurturing environment.

Meet the Brainiax Team

Debra Kirchen

Debra Kirchen is a certified educator with a Master's Degree in Education from New York University and over two decades of experience in early childhood education. As both the owner and head teacher at Brainiax, she brings a deep commitment to excellence in early learning. Motivated by her role as a mother of two, Debra founded Brainiax to create the kind of high-quality, enriching environment she wanted for her own children—her youngest being a proud graduate of the Brainiax Preschool program. She is passionate about elevating preschool education and believes in nurturing young learners through hands-on experiences that spark curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. Outside the classroom, Debra is an active community member and volunteers with the Rotary Club of Livingston.

Julia

Julia is a dedicated and approachable educator who makes math, science and STEAM topics accessible and engaging for learners of all levels. She is currently earning her B.S. in Electrical Engineering at NJIT, where her rigorous coursework has given her both practical and theoretical expertise. Julia tutors mathematics from early fundamentals through college-level courses, as well as physics and general chemistry. With experience leading elementary enrichment classes and a strong background in advanced theoretical studies, she excels at breaking down complex ideas into clear, manageable steps. Guided by a deep sense of numbers and a commitment to building lasting understanding, Julia helps students develop the confidence and skills they need to thrive independently long after their sessions with her. Outside of tutoring, Julia loves teaching STEAM, LEGO and chess classes. She also enjoys running, caring for her house plants, and spending time with her two cats—interests that reflect her energy, curiosity, and love of growth.

Ivette

Ivette holds a B.A. from William Paterson University and brings over eight years of experience in Special Education. She has worked with learners from preschool through middle school, including students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related diagnoses, adapting her teaching strategies to meet each student’s developmental needs. Grounded in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Ivette creates structured, supportive, and engaging learning environments that foster social, academic, and daily living skills, helping every child build confidence, independence, and reach their fullest potential. Ivette loves teaching STEAM, LEGO, Investigators and more excited classes. Outside of teaching enrichment classes and tutoring, she enjoys writing poetry, exploring used bookstores, and trying out new coffee shops.
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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!

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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 […]

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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!

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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

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