Early Childhood Education

Jersey City and Plainfield, NJ

Since 1999, Academy House Child Development Center has been a cornerstone of early childhood education in New Jersey. Our woman and minority-owned centers bring over 30 years of combined experience, helping thousands of children build essential cognitive, social, and emotional skills for lifelong learning. We've created spaces where curiosity flourishes, independence grows, and children feel genuinely valued.

Our multilingual staff hold CDA licenses, maintain CPR and first aid certification, and participate in regular AED training to keep your children safe and supported. We recognize that childcare selection is a crucial family decision, which is why our programs are thoughtfully designed to be thorough, interactive, and secure.

Academy House Child Development Center stands out through our dedication to accessibility and openness. Parents stay connected with teachers through our dedicated app with personal login credentials. For added reassurance, we provide live camera access to observe your child's activities throughout the day. Our comprehensive security includes camera systems and locked entrances linked directly to local police departments, creating strong protective measures.

We understand family needs change quickly—children can join our programs within the same week of application, and we provide drop-in childcare for unexpected situations. Our straightforward tuition includes nutritious meals freshly prepared on-site daily, enriching activities, and full programming (with only the optional camera feature as a separate cost).

Academy House Child Development Center simplifies childcare so you can concentrate on watching your child develop and succeed. Contact us today to get started.

Our team provides nurturing, personalized infant care with age‑appropriate activities, consistent routines, and safe, sensory‑rich environments designed to support early development. Families appreciate features like live camera access, multilingual communication, certified caregivers, strict safety protocols, and flexible enrollment options that make the transition to childcare easier and more comfortable.

Toddler Care

Academy House Child Development Center offers a nurturing, engaging toddler program that blends structured learning with hands‑on exploration to support social, emotional, and cognitive growth during these important early years. Families value the safe, thoughtfully designed classrooms, age‑appropriate activities, healthy meals, certified staff, live camera access, and strong communication that help toddlers build independence and confidence.

Meal Program

Good nutrition supports growing minds, which is why our on-site chefs create fresh, balanced meals daily. Our rotating menu works with dietary needs and preferences. Children learn healthy eating habits through family-style meals that encourage food exploration.

Kids get a free preschool program that provides high‑quality early education at no cost, giving children a strong foundation in literacy, numeracy, social‑emotional development, and creative learning. Families appreciate the caring, trained staff, balanced curriculum, fresh meals, live camera access, multilingual communication, and secure facilities that support both kindergarten readiness and daily peace of mind. 

Before and Aftercare

Count on us for reliable before and aftercare programs that support busy families with safe, nurturing childcare from early morning through late afternoon. Children benefit from structured activities, homework help, nutritious meals, transportation to local schools, and a warm environment staffed by certified, multilingual caregivers with secure facilities and live camera access.

Meal Program

Good nutrition supports growing minds, which is why our on-site chefs create fresh, balanced meals daily. Our rotating menu works with dietary needs and preferences. Children learn healthy eating habits through family-style meals that encourage food exploration.

Meal Program

Good nutrition supports growing minds, which is why our on-site chefs create fresh, balanced meals daily. Our rotating menu works with dietary needs and preferences. Children learn healthy eating habits through family-style meals that encourage food exploration.

Safety and Security

Your child's safety forms the core of our operations. Our security systems combine police-connected monitoring, secure entry systems, and thorough staff training. We've built environments where children explore with confidence while parents relax knowing their children are protected.

Summer Camp

Learning continues through summer with themed weeks, special guests, and field trips. Our camps combine educational activities with outdoor fun and creative projects. Children maintain academic skills while building wonderful summer memories.