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Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart is a leading PreK to grade 12 private school in Princeton, NJ dedicated to the education of girls. Stuart is uniquely positioned to provide an environment where girls shine, are willing and able to take risks, and explore every opportunity. Through a highly personalized and academically rigorous curriculum with nurturing and expert faculty who know girls well, Stuart girls graduate as compassionate and empowered global citizens who are driven to be forces of change in our world. Stuart also has a co-ed preschool program. Visit www.stuartschool.org for more information.
Princeton Day School is the region's premier independent day school for students from PreK through Grade 12. Student-driven academics and demonstrable diversity, equity and inclusion practices fuel our mission to nurture the mind, body and character of each student. Depth of learning, skills acquisition and innovative problem-solving define our expertly facilitated programs and opportunities including the highly selective Science Research Experience Program, Jacobson Music Scholar Program, top Model UN, Energy & Climate Scholars and more. Outstanding athletics in a new LEED-certified 30,000+ sq. ft. athletic center. Learn more today at https://www.pds.org
At George School, a Quaker, co-ed, boarding and day high school, we're brighter together.
Our academic experience is a collective effort to cultivate each student's highest ambitions. The George School Academic Program empowers teachers to be bold, creative, and collaborative. It empowers students to choose their own challenges: the IB diploma, IB courses, APs, adventurous opportunities for global study, artistic expression, service learning, and more. The result: an education that gives students the freedom and the support to become their most authentic selves. Our graduates have sharp minds, big hearts, and a global consciousness. They're humble and hard-working, independent and purpose-driven, seriously joyful and joyfully serious, and focused on making the world a little better every day. Learn more at www.georgeschool.org.Notre Dame High School, nestled in the heart of Lawrenceville, NJ, stands out with its unique blend of a 100-acre campus in Mercer County and a steadfast commitment to preparing young men and women for a purposeful life rooted in Catholic faith and service to others.
At Notre Dame, we don't just prepare students for college—we prepare them for success. Our consistent above-national-average SAT, ACT, and AP scores reflect our focus on academic excellence and providing a well-rounded college preparatory experience. This is the Notre Dame difference, and it's what sets our students up for success in the future. Notre Dame provides generous scholarships and financial aid opportunities to support our students' educational journey. At Notre Dame, there is something for everyone: over 50 clubs, 55 sports teams, a highly regarded performing arts program, and more. Experience a blessed sense of belonging at Notre Dame High School.Princeton College Consulting goes beyond traditional college admissions consulting. We believe in the power of human connection in learning and personal growth. Our experienced counselors provide strategic guidance and teach critical skills that help students’ develop deeper thinking, self-expression, maximize their experiences and reveal their true selves. We tailor our services to each student, recognizing their individuality and unique qualities. With insider knowledge of the nuances of the admissions process, our counselors guide students through every step, giving them a competitive edge for independent (day or boarding) schools, college, or graduate school. Our commitment extends beyond admissions; we equip students with the tools and abilities that will unleash their potential to set them up for admissions and lifelong success while also reducing parents' stress. Our services also include athletic recruiting and art/music portfolios.
The Bridge Academy is a private, non-profit school approved by the state of New Jersey for students with language-based learning disabilities such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, auditory processing and ADHD. It is the only accredited Orton-Gillingham program in New Jersey. The school serves students ages 8-18 of average or higher intellectual potential and strives to empower students to bridge the gap between potential and performance. The Bridge Academy uses research-based, classroom-proven techniques taught by experienced professionals to help students thrive in school and achieve academic success. A summer program is also available. Currently 68 students are enrolled from 24 different school districts in New Jersey and from nearby towns in Pennsylvania. Please call 609-844-0770 or www.banj.org for more information.
Princeton Friends School offers an exceptional, forward-thinking curriculum and a welcoming, joyful community where every child is known.
Drawing on our Quaker values and practices, PFS creates a diverse, vibrant learning community in which young people engage their natural curiosity, discover and express their individual voices and gifts, acquire intellectual, physical, artistic, and life skills, and develop a sense of responsibility for themselves and others. Princeton Friends both prepares students for the world that is and models possibilities for the society they will one day help to create. Our values and mission are expressed through the school's program and curriculum, through our progressive educational philosophy and practice, and through our culture and ethos. Every year we welcome families of all faiths, Pre-K through 8th grade. We invite you to join us on campus!French American School of Princeton
A leader in bilingual, multicultural education for 25 years, the French American School of Princeton expertly stewards students through their academic journeys preparing them for remarkable success in high school and beyond. Our rigorous, bilingual program extends from Preschool to 8th grade, with no French required up to 5th grade. Our diversity fosters civic engagement and social emotional growth represented by a close-knit international community that is open-minded toward different cultures, people and places. Our students receive relevant and forward-thinking education in small class sizes from highly qualified faculty who teach in their mother tongue. Students graduate with excellent work habits, high engagement in class, and are consistently placed in advanced courses. Our dual accreditation allows for seamless transition to an extensive local and international network. Affordable tuition rates facilitate the lifelong gift of an exemplary bilingual, multicultural education.
Newtown Friends School is a private independent school serving pre-kindergarten through eighth grade students in historic Newtown, PA. We give students throughout Bucks County and nearby New Jersey communities an exceptional academic foundation, stimulating enrichment opportunities, and an affirming campus community that builds confidence and inspires a love for learning. Students and their parents find Newtown Friends to be a place of warmth and acceptance where they can truly feel at home.
Open to families of all faiths, Newtown Friends School embodies the timeless Quaker traditions of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship — values that prepare our students to make a difference in the world.Since 1991, the Robinowitz Education Center team has provided its expert knowledge in special education, including dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia. We offer the highest quality in tutoring, evaluations, and professional learning. Located in Pennington, NJ, we are a Wilson Accredited Partner and a designated Best Practice Site, ensuring our certified instructors deliver OG and Wilson workshops and instruction with fidelity and have current Dyslexia Practitioner and Dyslexia Therapist credentials. We do not use a "cookie-cutter" approach to our evaluations or tutoring, as each client is unique. We offer a range of evaluation services including educational, speech/language, occupational therapy, and diagnostic evaluations. Furthermore, we are accredited by the International Dyslexia Association. Call 609-688-1280 or visit our website for more information.
In 1989, two mothers had a vision to create a learning environment in which students with educational gaps could feel supported and successful. From this vision, Center School was born. Thousands of students have experienced incredible educational growth as a result of our renowned, well-respected, and incredibly effective programming.
Center School has a low student-teacher ratio which enables them to offer personalized instruction to each student. Their curriculum is multi-faceted reflecting an understanding of supporting the academic and social-emotional needs of students diagnosed with dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and ADHD. Center School’s effective programming has led to students achieving between one and one-half to two years of reading growth in one year. Get to know Center School and its culture. Visit the 14-acre campus, meet with teachers and students and feel what it’s like to be a part of the community.Since 1933, Villa Victoria has nurtured young women into smart, strong, confident women. Through limited class enrollment and a focus on the specific learning style of young women, Villa strives to meet each student's needs and to develop her God-given abilities. In the classroom, on the stage, in the laboratory or on the athletic field, each student grows as an individual while serving an important role in the Villa family. They attend schools that are right for their interests and they receive large amounts of scholarships and grants to attend the schools of their choice.
For more than 160 years, La Salle College High School has navigated and thrived in a rapidly changing world. And while we’ve adapted, we have never wavered in our dedication to the charge given to us by Saint John Baptist de La Salle: “Prepare a path for God so that God can enter your heart.” It’s from that mission that we define our approach to education. Beginning with a foundation in the Catholic Christian faith and the example set out by Saint La Salle, we believe that each person’s path is unique and requires individual attention and care. La Salle College High School is a learning community in which young men of all faiths, backgrounds, interests, and beliefs are invited to find lifelong brotherhood and to discover and Choose Your Path. It’s about learning how to think, how to approach a search for truth, and, ultimately, how to create a life that is worth living, whatever your talents and interests might be.
Villa Joseph Marie High School
Founded and sponsored by the Sisters of St. Casimir, Villa Joseph Marie is a private Catholic college-preparatory high school for young women — the only one of its kind in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Villa welcomes girls into a remarkable community, inspiring them to learn, grow, and serve others, and empowering them to succeed. Our dedicated faculty nurture each student’s individual interests and talents, and guide her in the pursuit of her unique goals. Beyond the classroom, students find ample opportunities to explore and develop their artistic, athletic, spiritual, and other gifts. Our proud tradition of faith, education, and service is now 90 years in the making, but more vital today than ever before. Fast Facts: 10:1 Student-Faculty Ratio | 22 AP Courses, 36 Honors Courses | 15 Interscholastic Sports, 40 Clubs