Get to Know Independent Schools and a Private College at Upcoming Open Houses

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Visiting a school is the best way to get a sense of its community and academics. Take advantage of attending one of the open houses listed (for private primary and secondary schools and college) below so you can get your questions answered and find out if it’s a good fit for your child. Good luck with your search!

Ability School
75 Knickerbocker Road
Englewood

201-871-8808
abilityschoolnj.org

Open House: November 7th, 11 am-2 pm

Ability School has been educating children in Pre-K -8th grade for nearly forty years! Our 100 percent proficiency-based approach allows students to study at their own pace and enroll throughout the school year. Come see our curriculum in action and schedule a free reading assessment.

abilityschoolnj.org

Alpine Learning Center

Alpine Learning Group’s Transition Programs are New Jersey Department of Education approved and focus on skills that lead to employability, independence in daily living, social skills, and when appropriate, preparation for higher education. The programs serve individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder from ages 14-21.

 

Join Chapin School and see how we Open the Doors to More for our students every day! Our Fall Open House is on Saturday, October 26. Take a student-led tour and learn all about everything we have to offer your PreK -Grade 8 student!

Open House Dates:

FALL OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, October 26, 2024
10 am – 12 pm
REGISTER!

ZOOM EVENT
“Unlocking the Door to a Chapin Education: Lower School”
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
8 pm – 9 pm
REGISTER!

COMMUNITY EVENT
Barnes & Noble Market Fair
Saturday, December 7, 2024
10 am – 4 pm

Chapin will be at Barnes & Noble in Market Fair. Stop by for story time with our teachers and to hear our choir and ensemble perform, along with more surprises. No prior registration is required.

Gold Och Academy

Wilf Lower School Campus
122 Gregory Avenue, West Orange

Eric F. Ross Upper School Campus
1418 Plesant Valley Way, West Orange

Reserve your spot today for one of our Fall Open House dates!

Learn more about GOA’s exceptional Pre-K through 12th Grade college preparatory education featuring a diverse Jewish community embracing tradition with depth and joy.

Lower School (Pre-K, K, Grade 1)
Wednesday, October 30, 9 am
Friday, November 15, 9 am

Middle School
Thursday, November 7, 9 am

High School
Friday, November 1, 9 am

Register today!

Holy Cross Academy

40 Rumson Road
Rumson
732-708-3113
hcarumson.org

Discover excellence in traditional Catholic education at Holy Cross Academy, a top-rated Catholic school in Rumson, NJ, serving Preschool to Grade 8. Our dedicated educators blend faith & academics, fostering well-rounded, compassionate leaders. Join us for an upcoming Open House, or schedule a personal tour, to learn more!

Open House Dates:

Thursday, November 7, 2024 @ 9:30 am
Sunday, January 26, 2025 @ 11 am

hcarumson.org

The Hudson School

Lower and Middle School
422 Willow Ave., Hoboken

Upper School
601 Park Ave. Hoboken

The Hudson School, in the heart of Hoboken, is the only independent PK-12 school in Hudson County. THS provides intellectually inquisitive students with a rigorous and relevant education that inspires independent thinking and intellectual risk taking.

The Hudson School Fall Open House
Saturday, October, 19, 2024
Upper School 9 am – 12 pm
Lower School 9 am – 12 pm
Middle School 1 pm – 3 pm

Saturday Family Visit Days:
September 21, October 5, November 16, and December 7. 9 am – 1 pm

Register today!

Immaculate Heart Academy

500 Van Emburgh Ave, Township of Washington

If you’re a young woman searching for a school known for its academic excellence, athletic competition, creative expression, and Christian service, Immaculate Heart Academy is the place for you. Come decide if you belong at The Heart by registering to be a Blue Eagle for the Day. When you visit Immaculate Heart Academy during the academic day you will get a firsthand look at the school through the eyes of a student. Seeing the IHA community in action is often what leads many young women to decide that Immaculate Heart is the best place for them. Become a Blue Eagle for the Day and learn why more than 11,000 young women proudly call themselves IHA alumnae.

 

Oak Hill Academy

347 Middletown-Lincroft Road
Lincroft

Imagine your child’s future at Oak Hill Academy – one of the finest independent schools for students in grades PreK-8 located on a beautiful 20-acre campus in Lincroft, NJ. Oak Hill’s intention is to provide a student-centered curriculum that emphasizes strong communication, problem-solving, and communicative skills. Students develop positive social and emotional traits in a caring, safe, and engaging environment. Are you interested in learning more about Oak Hill Academy? We invite you to join us at an open house or personal tour and learn more about what it means to join the Oak Hill Academy community.

Open House Schedule 2024-25

Pre-Registration Recommended (Here)

Type of Experience Date Time Grades
Open House Saturday, October 26, 2024 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Pre-K – 8
Open House Friday, December 13, 2024 9:00 am Pre-K – 8
Open House Saturday, January 11, 2025 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Pre-K – 8
Open House Friday, February 28, 2025 9:00 am Pre-K – 8
Open House Saturday, March 29, 2025 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Pre-K – 8
Open House Friday, May 2, 2025 9:00 am Pre-K – 8

Saddle River Day School

Saddle River Day School is a coed, college prep day school enrolling approximately 550 students in grades PreK3-12. Students experience hands-on engaged and integrated learning in a rigorous academic setting that promotes an entrepreneurial mindset to help them become innovators, thinkers and leaders. Graduates are prepared for entry to some of the nation’s most selective colleges such as Colgate, Georgetown, NYU and Northwestern.

Open House Schedule:

  • Wednesday, November 13 at 9:00 am – Grades 9-12 Open House
  • Friday, November 15 at 9:00 am – Pre-K 3 & Pre-K 4 Open HouseRegister today!

St. Benedict’s Preparatory School

520 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Newark
973-792-5700

Discover the Benedict’s Difference!
At St. Benedict’s Prep we do things differently.

An 11-month school year for Middle and Prep Division students. Leadership training that spans K-12. Plus, a focus on Community, Experiential Education and Counseling like no other school. Register for a Fall Open House to see how the Benedict’s Difference can make a world of difference for your child.

Open House Dates:

Saturday, October 12 • 9:30 am –12:30 pm
Saturday, November 2 • 9:30 am–12:30 pm
Saturday, December 7 • 9:30 am –12:30 pm

Register today!

Saint James School
Discover a Brighter Future at Saint James School – National Blue Ribbon School 2024

Join the Saint James School Community

  • Providing a Christ-centered, academically rigorous, and nurturing education
  • Dedicated faculty, supportive staff, and engaged parents create a collaborative environment where students thrive
  • Curriculum designed to foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and a lifelong love of learning
  • Our commitment to faith-based education instills values that will guide our students throughout their lives

Discover Saint James School. Schedule a tour today to experience our exceptional learning environment firsthand.

Call Admissions at 908-766-4774 or visit sjsbr.org/admissions 

www.sjsbr.org 

Villa Walsh Academy

455 Western Ave.
Morristown

At Villa Walsh Academy, education shines brightly. Our dedicated faculty inspires young women to embrace learning with curiosity and enthusiasm!

Discover our vibrant community at our Open Houses:
October 6 | 1:00 -4:00 PM
October 23 | 6:30-8:00 PM

Join us!
villawalsh.org

The Willow School
1150 Pottersville Rd
Gladstone NJ
908-470-9500
willowschool.org

Middle School Open House: January 15 

See how our unique learning environment nurtures intellectual, social, and emotional growth among emerging adolescents. Experience our outdoor classrooms, learn about our virtues program, and get a firsthand look at systems thinking and other academic innovations found only at Willow!

Please contact Lisa VanderVeen for more information at lvanderveen@willowschool.org.

willowschool.org


Exploring College Options For Your High Schooler?

Caldwell University

120 Bloomfield Ave.
Caldwell

At Caldwell University, it’s not just about attending class – it’s about living a complete college experience that will pave the way toward an amazing future. See for yourself why U.S. News & World Report ranks Caldwell in the Top 100 Colleges in the North!

Open House 1
Saturday, October 5 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Open House 2
Saturday, November 23 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Register Today!

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