Edison

Big Blue Marble Academy provides nurturing childcare and early education for infants through school-age in Edison, NJ. Our play-based curriculum and focus on character development fosters a love of learning. Explore our infant care, preschool, and after school programs designed to prepare your child for success.

Other Offerings:

  • Live feed cameras
  • Parent communication app
  • Secure entry (Procare check-in/out)
  • Kid Reports – Digital Daily Report linked with Procare
  • Weekly Language Enrichment (Spanish, French, Mandarin)
  • Soccer (fall and spring only for Pre-K 3 and older, parent paid)

Location

Center Hours

Monday – Friday

7:00 AM – 6:30 PM

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The BBMA Difference

A Global Perspective

A Global Perspective

Our play-based curriculum, Passport to Learning, is derived from the latest research, theory, and best practices in early child education.

Fostering Language Skills

Fostering Language Skills

Research tells us that the more words young children know, use, and understand, the better prepared they will be for kindergarten and beyond.

Service Learning

Service Learning

A global learning curriculum is about learning the role children play as good citizens in their community and in our world.

A Passport to STEAM

A Passport to STEAM

An introduction to science, technology, engineering, art, & mathematics (STEAM) helps transform passions & careers as adults.

Kindergarten Readiness

Kindergarten Readiness

We make getting ready for school fun. Our teachers combine our research-based global curriculum with engaging instruction to foster curiosity and confidence.

Our Staff

  • Mariyah Dortch-Robinson

    Center Director

    Mariyah Dortch has accumulated 13 years of experience in both public and private childcare. Early on, she aspired to attain a director position, deliberately gaining expertise across various age groups, from infants to 3rd grade. What she finds most fulfilling about her role is the opportunity to make a positive impact on the children and staff at her center. Mariyah, driven by a genuine passion for her work, holds a BA in early childhood education from Kean University. As a mother of four—three sons and a daughter, including a child with ADHD and another diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder—her extensive experience and personal insights uniquely position her to support all children she encounters on her journey.

  • Rose Canarios

    District Manager

    Rose Canarios, our District Manager at Big Blue Marble Academy, brings over eight years of extensive experience to the early childhood education industry. Her career has seen her in various roles, including Teacher, Program Specialist, Assistant Director, and Center Director.

    Her passion extends to child advocacy, Diversity, Inclusion, and the creation of a warm and familial atmosphere within her centers. Rose’s dedication and commitment to early childhood education make her a valuable asset to our team.

Our Programs

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Specialty Programs

FAQs

Do you offer part-time or drop-in care? If so, what are the options?2024-03-27T11:45:17-04:00

Part-time and drop-in care vary by location. Please speak with an enrollment advisor or the director about enrollment options for the location you’re interested in.

Do you accept childcare subsidy vouchers/tuition assistance?2024-03-27T11:44:36-04:00

Please speak with an enrollment advisor or the director to see if the location you’re interested in accepts vouchers.

How much is tuition? What does tuition include?2024-03-27T11:40:42-04:00

Tuition varies by location. Please speak with an enrollment advisor or the director to get information about tuition for the location you’re interested in.

Do we still have to pay tuition if our child does not attend summer camp every week?2023-12-07T09:26:32-05:00

Yes, tuition is required weekly to hold your child’s spot in the class.

When does summer camp start and end?2023-12-07T09:25:38-05:00

Start and end dates vary by location. Please speak with your school’s director.

When does summer camp registration start?2023-12-07T09:21:13-05:00

Summer camp registration starts in March for currently enrolled students and April for the general public.

If we decide to withdraw our child during the summer, are we still responsible for paying tuition? Will our child still have a spot in the fall?2023-12-07T09:20:08-05:00

You are not required to pay tuition if you withdraw your child during the summer. Please speak with your school’s director for more information about re-enrolling in the fall.

Do you have a waiting list?2023-12-05T14:06:49-05:00

Availability varies by location. Please speak with your school’s director for the most up-to-date information about availability.

What age do you start accepting children?2023-12-04T14:51:07-05:00

We accept children starting at 6 weeks old.

Do I have to pay tuition even if my child doesn’t attend due to illness?2023-12-04T14:50:50-05:00

Yes, tuition is due weekly because it holds your child’s spot in the class.

Testimonials

Great school! My kids love it. I love the teachers and all their staff. Director is great! They notify us throughout the day. I would highly recommend.

Angie V.

Big Blue Marble Academy is one of the best locations I could have put my daughter in. I followed the director from another location to this location and I love it; she is very professional and the location is absolutely great! I have never felt more comfortable and secure with my daughter in school. My daughter and I love the staff and location.

Sahar J.
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