32 / matters magazine / spring 2026
SCHOOL PROFILES
Each school and enrichment program 
is defined by its own philosophy. Read what 
makes these local institutions distinctive. 
WHO WE ARE
THE HUDSON SCHOOL
F
ounded in 1978 and nestled in Hoboken, New Jersey, 
The Hudson School is an independent, coeducational 
day school built on a foundation of Courage, Com­
passion and Commitment. Serving students from toddler 
through twelfth grade, Hudson cultivates confident, inde­
pendent learners through small class sizes, strong student-
faculty relationships and a rich curriculum spanning the 
arts, sciences, athletics and world languages. More than a 
school, Hudson is a community where individual talents are 
celebrated and every student is empowered to thrive.
Lower & Middle Schools: 422 Willow Avenue, Hoboken
Upper School: 601 Park Avenue, Hoboken
201-659-8335 | thehudsonschool.org
Grades served: Preschool - Grade 12
WHO WE ARE
113 Parker Avenue, South Orange
973-762-5722 | kinderganpreschool.org
Ages served: 20 months - 5 years
K
inderGan Preschool is a nurturing early childhood 
program where children grow through kindness, 
curiosity and connection. Thoughtfully designed 
classrooms encourage exploration, creativity and respect, 
creating a warm environment where every child feels sup­
ported. Through play-based learning and guided discovery, 
children engage in hands-on, developmentally appropriate 
experiences that support their intellectual, social, physical 
and emotional growth. Daily opportunities in art, move­
ment, and outdoor play foster a love of learning while en­
couraging collaboration and community. KinderGan focuses 
on the whole child, nurturing not only what they learn, but 
who they are becoming. For each child, it's a joyful start to a 
meaningful journey, where every moment has purpose. 
KINDERGAN PRESCHOOL

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