Now Enrolling — Fall 2025

Where
Growth
Feels Like
Play.

A nurturing space where curious minds explore, create, and bloom. Rooted in warmth, shaped by wonder.

+8
5.0

Trusted by 200+ families

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12+
Years of Joy
200+
Happy Families
1:4
Staff-to-Child Ratio
5★
State Rating
Our Programs

Carefully Crafted
Learning Journeys

Each program is designed to nurture the whole child — mind, body, and spirit — through intentional, play-based learning.

Toddler Explorers

For ages 18 months – 3 years. Sensory-rich environments where tiny hands discover the world at their own beautiful pace.

Ages 18m – 3yrs Full & Half Day
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Pre-K Studio

Creative expression and early literacy for 3–4 year olds. Where art, music and stories come alive.

Ages 3 – 4 yrs

Kindergarten Prep

Building confident readers and problem-solvers. A bridge from play to structured learning, handled with love.

Early literacy foundations
Math through play
Social-emotional skills
Ages 4 – 5 yrs

After-School Club

Homework help, STEM projects, outdoor play, and creative workshops. A soft landing after a long school day.

Ages 5 – 10 yrs 3pm – 6pm STEM & Arts
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Our Environment

A Space Designed
for Wonder.

Every corner of Elonda's is intentionally crafted — from the low wooden shelves to the natural light flooding every room. No screens. No clutter. Just space to imagine.

Safety-First Design

Rounded edges, non-toxic materials, padded surfaces, and secure entry points.

Nature-Integrated Play

An outdoor garden with a mud kitchen, herb beds, and a sand play area.

Sensory Music Room

Dedicated instruments room with soft acoustics for daily musical exploration.

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Our Educators

Meet the Hands
That Shape Futures

Every educator at Elonda's holds an early childhood certification and brings genuine warmth to every interaction.

Teacher

Amara Collins

Lead Toddler Educator

8 years experience. Specializes in sensory development and attachment-based care.

Montessori Sensory
Teacher

Sofia Reyes

Pre-K Studio Lead

12 years. Trained musician and visual artist who brings creativity to every lesson.

Music Arts
Teacher

Priya Anand

Kindergarten Lead

10 years. Focuses on early literacy and math readiness through storytelling.

Literacy STEM
Teacher

Nia Thomas

After-School Coordinator

6 years. Passionate about STEM and outdoor adventure learning.

STEM Outdoors

Families Love
Elonda's

Real words from real parents.

"Sending our daughter to Elonda's was the best decision we made. She walks in skipping and comes home telling stories. The teachers know her by heart — her quirks, her favorites, her fears. That's not daycare. That's family."

Gabriella Osei
Parent of Maya, age 3

"The environment is just stunning. I actually look forward to drop-off because it feels so calm and beautiful."

Thomas Weber
Parent of Luca, age 4

"My son has never been more confident. He leads circles at home now, just like his teacher does. That's the Elonda magic."

Jin Park
Parent of Eli, age 5

"As a skeptical parent, I toured six facilities. Elonda's wasn't the biggest — but it was the only one where my daughter didn't want to leave. The children look genuinely happy here. That's rare and precious."

Rachel Kim
Parent of Zoe, age 2

Ready to Visit
Elonda's?

Book a personal tour and experience the warmth for yourself. We'd love to meet you and your little one.

124 Blossom Lane, Maplewood, NJ 07040