About

Turtle Creek's warm and nurturing nature is reflected in the old brick Wortley Building in Marlboro, NJ.

Turtle Creek Academy was established in 1998 by Virginia McDonald in response to the current research on how preschool children come to learn. Based on current research and best practices in education, Mrs. McDonald created a stimulating curriculum with help from a very devoted and nurturing staff. The well-developed program, the professional and caring teachers, and the charming facility make this preschool an optimum environment for children to flourish to their maximum potential.

Turtle Creek Learning Academy is housed in the old Wortley Building. This building was originally constructed to hold grain and potatoes. The old railroad line ran behind the school and grain was loaded on the trains to be transported to the markets up north. The building has been used as an auxiliary train station, a nursery, and offices for small businesses. Turtle Creek is proud to be a part of this long and interesting history. The little brick schoolhouse charm dovetails with the philosophy of the school. Many parents have commented that coming into the school is like coming home.