b"2019-2020Matters School GuideSee what our area schools have to offerEARLY & PRIVATE EDUCATIONFar Brook School Emi IthenDirector of EnrollmentCo-ed, NurseryWith a tradition of innovation and an emphasis on integrat-52 Great Hills Road, Short Hills Management Grade 8 ing science, math, literacy, technology, and art, Far Brooks 973-379-3442 progressive approach harnesses childrens curiosity as a farbrook.org powerful ally in deep and joyful learning. Classrooms open to nine wooded acres and wetlands, a perfect environment for exploring the natural world and making connections.Golda Och Academy Mara SuskauerAdmissions Grades Pre-KGolda Och Academy is the preeminent preparatory school for Wilf Lower School Campus Director5 Jewish education in New Jersey. An accredited, independent 122 Gregory Avenue, West Orange 973-602-3757 private school, it educates students in state-of-the-art facili-ties that serve to unlock their potential by cultivating critical thinking skills and nurturing intellectual curiosity. Guided by Eric F. Ross Upper School Campus Micah GottliebDirector of Grades 612 an exceptional faculty and a meaningful partnership be-1418 Pleasant Valley Way Admissions and Enrollment Mgmt tween school and home, students develop a love of learning, West Orange 973-602-3645 a personal relationship with the State of Israel and its people, goldaochacademy.organd a commitment to the betterment of the world.Kent Place School Julia WallDirector of Admission Girls, GradesFounded in 1894, Kent Place School is New Jerseys only 42 Norwood Avenue, Summit 908-273-0900, ext. 254 K12 independent, nonsectarian, college preparatory day school kentplace.org for girls. Small classes, individualized college counsel-ing, state-of-the-art technology, leadership development, interscholastic athletics and diverse options in the fine arts define a Kent Place education.The Preschool at KentKim ClaryDirector of PrimaryCo-ed, AgesAt the Preschool at Kent Place, experienced, highly-edu-School Admission 35 cated teachers lead a program devoted to the instruction Place School 908-273-0900, ext. 269 of early childhood science, math, reading and writing. The 42 Norwood Avenue, Summit kentplace.org curriculum is enriched with classes in physical education, creative movement, music, French and Spanish, and by trips to the library. After care is available for pre-K.Kinderenrichment Adrienne ToppingDirector Children mustThe Kinderenrichment program is a 5's bridge program for St. Georges Church, 973-379-2778 be five bychildren who miss the cutoff or just need one more year in 550 Ridgewood Road, Maplewood millburncoop.org January 1sta smaller, more supportive learning environment before en-of the year oftering either kindergarten or first grade. The program meets entry NJ guidelines for kindergarten and encourages social emotional development alongside reading, writing, math, science, social studies, art, music and physical activity.Mickey Fried Preschool Sloane GoldsteinDirector Ages 25 Mickey Fried Preschool believes that children learn as they Oheb Shalom Congregation 973-762-7069 play. It offers a warm, creative environment where each 170 Scotland Road, South Orange sloanegoldstein@ohebshalom.org childs unique style of living and learning is valued and mickeyfriedpreschool.org nurtured. The preschool offers extended hours (8:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.) Perfect for working parents. Contact the school to schedule a tour.Millburn CooperativeAdrienne ToppingDirector Children mustMillburn Cooperative Nursery School is a multi-age program 973-379-2778 be 3 years oldwith an emphasis on socialization and independence. Learn-Nursery School millburncoop.org by October 1sting is inspired by childrens spontaneous curiosity. Children 951 Ridgewood Road, Millburn of the year ofplay outside every day and grow at their own pace. As a co-inside the playground in Taylor Park entry op, parents participate in the classroom every day."