July Open House 2025

Join us for Open House Week! July 21st – 25th, 2025. Call or email to schedule a tour and learn how you can receive 1-week free tuition!

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Daycare & Preschool in Rutherford, NJ

Welcoming all

We are so excited to be enjoying summer in our center! We welcome all families to schedule a tour during our Open House event and discover how you can receive 1-week free tuition! Our state-of-the-art center is currently enrolling for our Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K and Kindergarten programs. We look forward to meeting you and your family!

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Lightbridge - Rutherford, NJ
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201 Route 17
Building 201
Rutherford, NJ 07070

(201) 372-0049

A Message From Us

Welcome to Lightbridge Academy of Rutherford, NJ! We have been proudly serving Bergen County families including nearby towns such as Nutley, East Rutherford, Secaucus, Wood-Ridge, and Lyndhurst for over a decade, and we are so thankful to have created endless memories with hundreds of wonderful families! My name is Dina Tirgrath and I am the Center Director. I have my Bachelor’s Degree in Child Advocacy from Montclair State University and have been at the Rutherford Center since June 2011 where I have worked as an Assistant Teacher and Lead Teacher in our Mobile Infant and Young Toddler classrooms! I am a wife and a mother to a fun and energetic German Shepherd puppy and an Auntie to my wonderful triplet nieces who have also attended this school! In my spare time, I love to spend time with family, go on road trips with my husband and pup and get involved in the community at different events! Agata Wyszomirski is the Assistant Director. She has her Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and has worked for Lightbridge Academy since March 2009. Agata is a wife and mother and enjoys spending time with her family and two golden doodles. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, arts & crafts and photography! We are all family here, and we invite you to join us and our Circle of Care!

We are here for you, working families. We know it isn’t easy to leave your young children in the hands of others, but we thank you for trusting us and giving us the opportunity to be a part of your wonderful family! We provide various ways to stay connected to your child throughout the day! We offer ParentView® Internet Monitoring, a live-feed camera to see into each classroom; our Lightbridge Journey app to send you fun pictures throughout the day, and Skype on our Whiteboards in our Preschool – Kindergarten classrooms! You’re never far away during your workday! We are here Monday through Friday, from 7:00 am – 6:30 pm. We invite you to join our Lightbridge Academy Rutherford family!

Sincerely,

Dina Tirgrath, Center Director

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Can I enroll my child in Lightbridge Academy at any time?

Yes. Enrollment at all Lightbridge Academy locations is ongoing as long as space is available.

Is there a minimum or maximum number of days per week my child can attend Lightbridge Academy?

All Lightbridge Academy locations are open Monday through Friday. Most programs are available from 2 to 5 days per week. Back-up care is available on a daily and space available basis.

How will I be informed about my child's progress at Lightbridge Academy?
Effective communication happens on an ongoing and daily basis through our parent eCommunication app. You will receive ongoing and daily reports detailing important classroom announcements, reminders, photos, and videos so you won’t miss a thing! It is also a great tool for doctor visits helping to keep track of important information such as what your child ate, how they slept and even potty details. In addition, teachers will track your child’s development by taking observation notes based on our curriculum. We review this information with you twice a year at our Parent Teacher conferences. Of course, directors and teachers are always available to speak with you at any time.
What is the average adult to child ratio at most Lightbridge Academy locations?
Each Lightbridge Academy center meets or exceeds state regulations regarding adult to child ratios. You can rest assured that your child will receive an abundance of attention from trained and caring early childhood professionals.
201 Route 17, North
Meadows Office Complex Building 201
Rutherford, NJ 07070
P (201) 372-0049
F (201) 372-0336
Monday – Friday
7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
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