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Kiddie Academy® of Cedar Knolls

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Empowering at every age: our learning programs

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Health Essentials

Health Essentials

All Ages

Our enhanced wellness and disinfection guidelines

Infant Care

6 weeks to 12 months

New Beginnings

Infants have individual personalities. We help bring them to light.

Toddler Care

13 to 24 months

Discovering Me

Toddlers are extremely active. We keep them actively learning.

Early Preschool

2-Year-Olds

Exploring My World

At two years old, children need to explore. We give them every opportunity.

Preschool

3-Year-Olds

I Can Do It

At three years old, children discover and create. We encourage them to do it all.

Pre-Kindergarten

4-Year-Olds

Ready, Set, Go

At four years old, children are preparing for school. We get them ready to go.

Kindergarten

5-Year-Olds

On My Way

Between ages 4 and 5, children are about to take on the world. We give them the tools to do it.

School Age

Ages 5 to 12

Creative Explorers

School-age children are curious about the world. We help them decipher it.
Summer Camp

Summer Camp

Ages 5 to 12

CampVentures®

All day adventures. All summer long.®

We aim to make your child's summer as educational as it is fun, through themed events, activities and trips.

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A little about our Academy

Each Academy is a little different. Here's what makes us unique:

  • A curriculum that exceeds state standards
  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Parent communications portal
  • Safe and secure state-of-the-art facility
  • The ZONO Disinfecting and Sanitizing Cabinet
  • Custom Designed 5,000 sq. ft. age-appropriate playground environment
  • Webcams in every classroom
  • Newly built Educational Childcare Center
  • Hatch Technology

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  • Melodie Marchena, Owner

    Welcome to Kiddie Academy of Cedar Knolls! My name is Melodie Marchena and I’m honored to be the Franchise Owner of this...   Read More

    Melodie Marchena, Owner

    Welcome to Kiddie Academy of Cedar Knolls! My name is Melodie Marchena and I’m honored to be the Franchise Owner of this location. My husband and I wanted to provide our daughters with a safe, academically rigorous and fun environment where they could grow and flourish. Prior to starting my academy, I spent twenty years in financial services as an Operations and Sales & Service executive. I’m proud to bring my leadership, operations and customer service skill set to our Cedar Knolls location. Through our Life’s Essentials curriculum, in classroom technology, custom designed playground and nurturing teachers we help prepare children for school and for life! Come visit us for a tour and find out why we are so passionate about early childhood education!

Hear from our parents

“The teachers are constantly doing different things with my baby, like singing songs, reading books, painting, going for walks, going outside. ”
Leigh B., Cedar Knolls

“Me.Antoinetta is a awesome teacher I’m seen my son progress since being in her class ”
Melissa M., Cedar Knolls

“We love the meal program! It makes it so much easier for working parents, and my daughter loves the food. Everyone is so transparent about everything going on, and the staff takes the time to speak with you if you have any questions/concerns. Most importantly my daughter comes home very happy and is excited every… ”
Melanie K., Cedar Knolls

“The teachers and the entire staff are absolutely amazing! They are all so supportive and willing to go above and beyond for every child! My daughter is doing so well and she is so happy to go everyday! She is learning so much and is becoming more independent! ”
Kristen S., Cedar Knolls

“A strong curriculum. Our boys are safe and always so happy! ”
Paul T., Cedar Knolls

“Communication Facility Meals Curriculum Friendly staff ”
Shivani J., Cedar Knolls

“Teachers, equipment, flexibility - all is great ”
Gaurav J., Cedar Knolls

“Excellent education ”
Roman S., Cedar Knolls

“The best part is sanitization. ”
Anusha S., Cedar Knolls

“Love the fun educational structure. The center makes it very convenient for working parents with very limited closed days and by serving healthy and hearty food. ”
Cheryl S., Cedar Knolls

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Parenting Essentials®

The learning doesn't stop for parents, either. That’s why we created an information resource with helpful tips on everything from enriching our STEM program at home to introducing lifelong healthy eating and fitness habits.

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Celebrating the Season of Giving at Kiddie Academy

12/02/21

Celebrating the Season of Giving at Kiddie Academy