38 / matters magazine / school 2018 Matters School Guide 2018-2019 EARLY & PRIVATE EDUCATION See what schools in our area have to offer SCHOOL NAME/LOCATION CONTACT/AGES SERVED ABOUTTHE SCHOOL Academy of Saint Elizabeth 2 Convent Road, Convent Station Jean O. Jackson – Director of Admissions 973-290-5200 Girls, Grades 9-12 aosenj.org The Academy’s powerful combination of an innovative college preparatory program and personalized attention allows students to grow academically, spiritually and socially.The combination of rigorous academics,AP courses, STEM, 10 varsity sports and over 25 clubs and organizations makes the Academy a leader in providing a premier education. Far Brook School 52 Great Hills Road, Short Hills Emi Ithen – Director of Admissions 973-379-3442 Co-ed, Nursery-Grade 8 farbrook.org With a tradition of innovation and an emphasis on integrating science, math, literacy, technology and art, Far Brook’s progressive approach harnesses children’s natural curiosity as a powerful ally in deep and joyful learning. Classrooms open to nine wooded acres and wetlands, a perfect environment for exploring the natural world.  Golda Och Academy Wilf Lower School Campus 122 Gregory Avenue,West Orange Eric F. Ross Upper School Campus 1418 PleasantValley Way, West Orange Mara Suskauer- Admissions Director 973-602-3757 Grades Pre K-5 Micah Gottlieb – Director of Admissions and Enrollment Mgmt 973-602-3645 Grades 6-12 goldaochacademy.org Golda Och Academy is the preeminent preparatory school in New Jersey for Jewish education.An accredited private independent school, it educates students in state-of-the-art facilities that serve to unlock their potential by cultivating critical thinking skills and nurturing intellectual curiosity. Guided by an exceptional faculty and a meaningful partnership between school and home, students develop a love of learning, a personal relationship with the State of Israel and its people, and a commitment to the betterment of the world. The Preschool at Kent Place School 42 Norwood Avenue, Summit Kim Clary –Director of Primary School Admission 908-273-0900, ext. 269 Co-ed,Ages 3-5 kentplace.org Taught by experienced and highly-educated teachers in early childhood science, math, reading and writing instruction, the program prepares children for kindergarten.The curriculum is enriched with classes in physical education, creative movement, music, French, Spanish and library.After care is available for pre K. Kent Place School 42 Norwood Avenue, Summit Julia Wall – Director of Admission 908-273-0090, ext. 254 Girls, Grades K-12 kentplace.org Founded in 1894, Kent Place School is New Jersey’s only independent, nonsectarian, college preparatory day school for girls. Small classes, individualized college counseling, state-of-the-art technology, leadership development, interscholastic athletics and diverse options in the fine arts define a Kent Place education. Maplewood Outside School South Mountain Reservation, Maplewood Christy Zolty – Director, Preschool Teacher 973-913-4792 Ages 2-8 maplewoodoutsideschool.com Maplewood Outside School is a progressive school operating entirely outdoors. The Forest Preschool program is designed to positively connect children with nature through immersion programs that stimulate their curiosity about the natural world.The goal is to tap into the children’s sense of wonder about nature and connect that wonder to science,math,pre-literacy and the arts. Mickey Fried Preschool Oheb Shalom 170 Scotland Road, South Orange Sloane Goldstein – Director 973-762-7069 NurseryDir@ohebshalom.org Ages 2-5 mickeyfriedpreschool.org Mickey Fried Preschool believes that children learn as they play.They offer a warm, creative environment where each child’s unique style of living and learning is valued and nurtured.They have extended hours 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Perfect for working parents! Contact the school to schedule a tour. Neighborhood House Nursery School 12 Taylor Street, Millburn Jennifer Langan, Executive Director 973-376-0739 Ages 2½-5 neighborhoodhousenursery.org Neighborhood House, located in a charmingVictorian, provides a home- away-from-home environment where children learn to love the process of learning and discovery.The garden area offers students the opportunity to connect learning to the natural environment. Flexible scheduling is available.