Finding the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a parent, and like any decision, there are probably a million questions swirling around your head—what are the differences between a project-based learning environment or a creative one? Should I choose a faith-based program? When do we consider a college-prep school? Luckily, New Jersey has plenty of private school options for kids of all ages, so whether you’re looking for a pre-K multi-sensory program, a hands-on elementary option, or a college-prep program, you’ll have a wide range of possibilities to choose from to help you make the best decision for your child. The first step is to attend an open house which is an informational gathering and tour to give prospective students and parents a firsthand look at the school. Scroll down for schools that are actively accepting applications this fall. (featured photo credit: istock/SDI Productions)
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Private Schools in NJ Worth Checking Out
Apple Montessori
Apple Montessori Schools’ research-proven infant, toddler, preschool, kindergarten, and elementary programs make the most of children’s critical early learning years. Our programs have been perfected over these years to bring out your child’s best potential, but our educators don’t stop at exceptional academics. We nurture the whole child through character education, yoga, music, art enrichment, and more, preparing them for happiness and success well beyond their years at Apple. Now enrolling, please contact us to learn more and schedule a tour today.
Locations in Cliffside Park, Edgewater, Edison, Hoboken, Kinnelon, Mahwah, Metuchen, Morris Plains, Mt. Laurel, Oakland, Randolph, Towaco, Warren, and Wayne.
French American School of Princeton
The French American School of Princeton (FASP) is an independent, coeducational day school offering a bilingual education in French and English to children in Preschool through Grade 8. FASP is a happy and safe school in which to grow academically, socially, and culturally. We are a diverse, welcoming community reflecting global perspectives that provide students with a unique multicultural foundation for experiencing the elementary and middle school years.
Our core pedagogy integrates a balanced combination of French and American structured academic disciplines paired with advanced teaching methodologies. We utilize a curriculum that flows seamlessly from subject to subject and grade to grade allowing for a comfortable learning experience. Talented faculty bring the learning to life, infusing students with curiosity and a desire to excel.
At the French American School of Princeton, instilling students with a lifelong love and pursuit of learning is one of our most cherished achievements. Our graduates are confident, inquisitive, critical thinkers and creative problem solvers who communicate bilingually, think exponentially, and thrive as productive, responsible citizens throughout the world. For more information, ecoleprinceton.org or email admissions@ecoleprinceton.org. FASP is accredited by the AEFE and the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools.
75 Mapleton Road, Princeton, NJ 08540
(609) 430-3001
Morristown Beard School
A Place of Possibilities—Ensuring the growth and well-being of each student has always been the cornerstone of the philosophy at Morristown Beard, an independent, coeducational day school for grades 6 to 12 with an enrollment of approximately 600 students representing 80+ communities in northern New Jersey. At MBS, each student is empowered to discover an intellectual pathway that excites and inspires them. Signature academic programs in Middle and Upper School offer students a wide range of options for learning as well as the support and structure needed to succeed in their individual academic journeys. Balanced with a commitment to experiential learning and social-emotional development, these programs provide a robust learning experience that engages each student. Students leave Morristown Beard School well-prepared for the challenges of college and university studies. Their skills in analytical thinking, academic writing, and time management set them apart, while the habits of mind they develop will position them for long-term success.
Highlights of the beautiful 22-acre campus include the Center for Innovation & Design, the Center for Academic Writing, the 25,000 square-foot Math & Science Center, a 630-seat performing arts theater, premier athletic facilities, and Science On a Sphere®, a global display system developed by NOAA that uses computers and video projectors to display planetary data onto a six-foot diameter sphere.
70 Whippany Road, Morristown, NJ 07960
(973) 539-3032
The Elisabeth Morrow School
A leader in childhood education since 1930, The Elisabeth Morrow School nurtures each student’s unique spark and innate creativity to develop their drive to explore broadly and deeply. From our youngest students at two years of age through our school leaders in eighth grade, students engage in developmentally-appropriate projects that address real-world challenges as part of a research-supported, inquiry-driven curriculum that connects learning across subjects. Learning is joyful and immersive, taking place indoors and outdoors across our 14-acre campus, a wildlife habitat certified by the National Wildlife Federation. Our teachers channel students’ curiosity and support them to surpass what they thought possible. Connect with us to learn how through the sciences, humanities, our renowned music curriculum, and partnerships with programs like NuVuX, developed by graduates of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to teach MIT’s studio learning model — The Elisabeth Morrow School prepares students to lead the way with innovative thinking in a rapidly changing world.
435 Lydecker Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
201-568-5566 ext. 7212
The Center School
The Center School is a private, non-profit, approved school for students with learning disabilities. Our students range from grades 1-12, and we also offer a transition program for high school graduates up to age 21. Most students are on the autism spectrum and are classified with multiple disabilities. In addition to the academic-based program, our students receive all the related support services that students with IEPs need to succeed: physical and occupational therapy, counseling, behaviorists, reading specialists, speech/language therapists, and a psychologist. Along with a robust academic curriculum mirroring that of mainstream schools, students have access to electives like music, woodshop, computers, and physical education, as well as after-school clubs and athletic teams like soccer and basketball. The Center School also offers an e-sports gaming program for students to compete against other schools. Our goal is to help students work through their challenges and prepare them to go back to their original school district. We ensure our students receive the NJ common core state curriculum and the same access to activities, but with the accommodations, services, and supports they need by tailoring each student’s program to their specific IEP needs.
2 Riverview Drive, Somerset, NJ 08873
(908) 253-3870 x301
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