Princeton Private Schools

Stuart Country Day School

Stuart graduates young women leaders who are confident, smart, and ready to change the world. Nestled on 55 wooded acres in Princeton, Stuart offers girls in K-12 a challenging curriculum, innovative technologies like a 3-D printer, great athletics program, rock wall, light-filled art studios and more! Girls may enter Stuart at any grade depending on available space. Stuart also has a co-ed early childhood program. Walk the beautiful campus and meet faculty, students and parents an Open House or call for a private tour. 609.921.2330 x274 or learn more at www.stuartschool.org.

The Laurel School of Princeton

2019 Open Houses: 9/24 & 10/15 - The Laurel School of Princeton is excited to announce the expansion to high school this year — we are now accepting applications for our first graduating class of 2023! Specializing in educating students with language-based learning differences such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, Laurel School provides individualized instruction and support to meet the unique learning challenges of our students. At Laurel, all of our students learn differently – so no one is "pulled out" of class for support – needs are met in the classroom with their peers. By celebrating and validating the strengths of their dyslexic minds, Laurel students are confident, curious, and they love to come to school each day. Applications are accepted year-round. To learn more or schedule a tour, visit www.laurelschoolprinceton.org/admissions

Princeton Day School

Open House Dates: Pre-K-4th - 10/25, 12/12, Middle School - 11/12, Upper School - 11/17.

Princeton Day School's mission is to nurture the mind, the body, and the character of each student. Our coeducational, college-prepatory day school offers students a creative and challenging academic experience within an intimate, supportive learning environment. The classes are small and instruction personalized, and the school itself creates a strong sense of community. We enroll approximately 950 students from PreK through twelfth grade, and are located on a 106-acre campus two miles from the center of Princeton. Please contact us for information about our application process and our strong need-based financial aid program. Opportunities of a Lifetime. Every Day.

Solebury School

Open House: October 20

Solebury School is a coed, college preparatory, boarding and day school, for 235 students in grades 7-12. Students may board beginning in 9th grade. Our small size, the individual attention we give our students and the deep mutual respect between faculty and students are the cornerstones of our success. Honors and AP courses, an ESL program for International students, a Learning Skills program, and a full range of arts, athletics and activities make our program distinct. Solebury's beautiful 90-acre campus is located on Phillips Mill Road, two and one half miles north of New Hope, in the heart of historic Bucks County, Pennsylvania, mid-way between New York City and Philadelphia.

Notre Dame High School

Located on 100 beautiful acres in Central New Jersey, just across the river from Bucks County, PA, Notre Dame High School prepares young men and women for lives of purpose built upon a foundation of Catholic faith with a commitment of service to others. At Notre Dame, new science lab facilities, film studio and wireless environment enhance the ever expanding curriculum. The faculty engages students as they learn research and writing techniques in a broad range of courses, such as Etymology, Media Literacy and Mass Communication - students come to know the global world in the 21st century. Come to excel. At Notre Dame, SAT, ACT and AP scores are well above the national average, and 99% of our graduating seniors go on to higher education, including some of the nation’s finest colleges and universities, carrying millions of dollars in scholarships with them.

George School

Open House Oct. 27

George School is a Quaker, co-ed boarding and day school for students in grades 9 to 12. Located on a beautiful 240-acre campus, George School is an experienced leader in education, offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program and an array of advanced placement (AP) courses. Whether through robotics, stagecraft, ceramics, or philosophy, students are challenged through a rigorous yet personalized curriculum. Students participate in athletics and physical wellness classes in state of the art facilities, and we also offer an equestrian program. Our goal is to inspire our students to seek their authentic selves and to provide them with a well-rounded preparation for life. Our graduates enter the world confident and capable leaders rooted in self-awareness, self-sufficiency. With our comprehensive college counseling program, our graduates attend the most selective colleges and universities worldwide.

The Bridge Academy

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 bridgeacademynj.org for more information.

French American School of Princeton

The French American School & International Middle School is an independent school offering a bilingual education from Preschool (3yrs old) through 8th grade. Students, families, staff and teachers at FASP come from around the world, and is one of the most nationally, culturally, and linguistically diverse if not the most diverse school in the Princeton area. Learning in a bilingual environment is a valuable asset in a society where communication is essential. Being exposed to many cultures and learning to respect them is a formative experience for children in a world where cultures are more than ever in contact. Learn why bilingual education will set your child on the right path to thrive in tomorrow’s world.

Cambridge School

Cambridge School, K-12, in Pennington, NJ, (Princeton area) is an independent special education school for children who have been diagnosed with language-based learning differences, such as dyslexia, ADHD, and auditory processing disorder. Our program is built on evidence-based research and emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, executive function, and metacognitive skills. Students with language-based learning differences require individualized attention, and Cambridge offers a curriculum that is specifically designed to help students overcome their challenges. Cambridge believes in providing a comprehensive program that supports the whole child by offering dynamic visual and performing arts programs, an athletics program, and a variety of extracurricular clubs. Our campus is located in the Princeton, NJ area, though our students come from all over New Jersey and parts of Pennsylvania, particularly Bucks County.

YingHua International School

Open Houses: 9/28, 10/19, 11/9, 3/7/20

YingHua International School (YHIS) offers an English-Chinese dual language education with an internationally-focused, inquiry-based curriculum. YHIS is also the third school in the United States which offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Year Program with whole-school Chinese immersion. YHIS enables ethnically diverse students from as young as 2 years old through 8th grade, to develop the skills and mindset needed to become leaders in an increasingly global world. Through exposure at an early age to a language-immersive environment, combined with International Baccaulareate and inquiry-based learning, YHIS students gain the deeply rooted cognitive benefits that stay with them well into adulthood. While many parents are initially drawn to YHIS for Chinese immersion, they often stay because of its ability to foster independence and self-reliance while instilling critical thinking skills and academic excellence.

The Pennington School

Open House: 10/20/19

The Pennington School is an independent, coeducational school for 525 students in grades 6 through 12, with both day and boarding programs. The current student body represents over 40 countries, and about 30% receive financial assistance. The challenging and innovative curriculum is college preparatory, with a strong emphasis on fostering the development of the whole student through academics, athletics, community service, and the creative and performing arts. Pennington offers two, two-year special certificate programs in Global Studies and Applied Science. There are also small, selective programs for international students and for bright students with language-based learning differences. Faculty members are noted for their dedication to the learning process of all students, and for honoring the varied perspectives of the diverse student body, which contribute to the entire educational experience.

Chapin School

Open House Nov 3

Chapin School welcomes students who are curious, engaged learners whose families value our belief that lifelong habits of mind and heart are formed in the elementary and middle school years. Chapin provides a richly textured education that inspires academic achievement and builds strength of character. At Chapin, all of our efforts and resources are dedicated to early childhood, elementary and middle school learning experiences that are the foundation of future success. We believe this focused approach gives our students advantages by providing more leadership opportunities in developmentally appropriate ways, inspiring them to take academic risks, and develop their sense of community. The Chapin "C's" become an intrinsic part of each Chapin student through a continual focus on Character, Curriculum and Community.

Princeton Montessori School

Princeton Montessori School, founded in 1968, is an independent, coeducational day school dedicated to the highest quality education of children, offering programs for infants through 8th grade. We are dedicated to igniting a passion for learning and nurturing the potential in each child in accordance with the principles of the Montessori philosophy. It is our mission to promote intrinsic motivation, independence, social responsibility, and a love of learning so that as global citizens, our students can lead fulfilling lives and work to better the world. Authorized by The International Baccalaureate® (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) for students aged 11-16, our graduates are confident, competent and well-prepared for success in life. Princeton Montessori School continues to provide children from the greater Princeton area with the very best in Montessori education.Tours weekdays by appointment.

Princeton Academy of the Sacred Heart

Princeton Academy of the Sacred Heart is an independent school for boys in Kindergarten through Grade 8. Our mission is to develop young men with active and creative minds, a sense of understanding and compassion for others, and the courage to act on their beliefs. We educate the whole boy in mind, body and spirit. A rigorous, inquiry-based, hands-on academic program joins unparalleled character development and a wide variety of arts, athletics and co-curriculars to provide an ideal learning environment for boys. Creative. Compassionate. Courageous. We bring out the best in boys.

Princeton Junior School

Princeton Junior School's expertise in students from age 2 through Grade 5 creates globally-minded, empowered and joyful learners. Our International Baccalaureate curriculum launches a life-long journey of inquiry, action and reflection. PJS scholars learn to be principled, open-minded communicators with rich academic strengths and strong character traits. Our light-filled schoolhouse is exposed to the natural world, ensuring that students feel a connection to the outdoors and providing an ideal backdrop for our acclaimed environmental studies program, Learning Through Landscapes. PJS is an IB World School, a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and accredited by the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools (NJAIS). Private tours available Monday-Thursday 8am -12pm.

The Hill School

Open House: Oct 26

The Hill School is a coeducational independent boarding and day school for students in grades 9-12 and post-graduates. Founded in 1851, Hill is a small and close learning community—a place where our reputation for academic excellence is based upon a challenging and expansive curriculum rooted in a strong liberal arts legacy; a faculty of highly qualified, dedicated teachers and advisers; and a structured atmosphere that blends high expectations with meaningful support. Faculty and students from around the country and the world live and learn together - they treat each other as family and form lifelong friendships. As a school, we value principles of honesty, genuineness, empathy, respectfulness, and kindness; character is not so much taught as lived, as represented in the School’s motto, “Whatsoever things are true.”

The Hun School Of Princeton

Middle & Upper School Open House: Oct 6, 2019

THE HUN SCHOOL OF PRINCETON is a joyful, striving community of learners and teachers who want to experience something profound every day: that sweet spot between challenging academics that push our brains and the personal endeavors that soar our hearts. This is what we call "a balanced equation"—a thoughtful way of teaching that brings out the best in our students and best prepares them for life. Middle School, Upper School and post-graduate programs comprise a student body of 640, representing a diverse blend of nationalities, races, religions, and traditions.

The Wilberforce School

Wine and Cheese Social and Open House, Oct. 17 (7-9pm) / Open Classrooms, Oct. 10, Oct. 31, Nov. 14, Dec. 12 (8:30-10am)

Wilberforce provides a spiritually nourishing and rigorous education for children from pre-K through 12th grade. We know that formation happens during all the hours that students spend in school, and we are intentional in creating an environment where your children will be formed as lifelong learners, with good habits of life and faith as well as study. Our students receive a distinctively Christian education, with methods proven to produce academic excellence; our classes are taught at a grade level ahead, and all students are guided along this accelerated track. Students are welcomed into a joyful community of learners that instills in them a sense of wonder and depth of inquiry, and provides opportunities to explore new things and grow.

Nassau Nursery School

As a cooperative nursery school celebrating more than fifty years of service to the broader Princeton community, Nassau Nursery School continues to be deeply committed to the nurturing of the whole child; to the emotional, physical, social and cognitive growth of each student, everyday. Nassau Nursery embraces a love of learning and a curiosity of the world through both traditional cognitive learning approaches and interactive play. Through creative daily curriculum and extensive special program offerings (including yoga, music, art, interactive science, field trips and more), the school provides a uniquely inspiring and nurturing learning environment for young preschool through junior kindergarten aged children. Accepting applications for the 2013/2014 school year now!

Buckingham Friends School

2019 Open Houses 10/29, 11/9

Buckingham Friends School (BFS) is a coed Quaker school for full-day kindergarten through grade 8. On its 44-acre wooded campus in Lahaska PA, students have time for exploration and creative play. Quaker values are woven throughout the program with an emphasis on collaboration, exploration, and experiential learning.

At BFS, students are encouraged to think deeply, reflect thoughtfully, resolve conflicts peacefully, and play exuberantly. As a result, they are known for their confidence, their self-possession, and their ability to articulate their thinking both orally and in writing. Signature programs include rich arts offerings - art, wood-shop, music, and theater. Since 1991, BFS has been part of a cross-cultural and international JEM (Joint Environmental Mission) program with partner schools in Russia, India, China, Australia, Ecuador, Hawaii, Kenya and France.

Villa Victoria Academy

Villa Victoria Academy is a private, independent Catholic school for girls. Accepting applications in grades 6 to 12 for the 2019-2020 school year.

Fall Open House: October 19, 2019, Spring Open House: April 18, 2020

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. Villa graduates are known for their integrity, confidence, and unmatched character. They attend top colleges and universities and earn an average of $250,000 in scholarships per student.

Afrikan People's Action School

Blair Academy

Cedar Hill Prep School

Children's House of the Windsors

Christina Seix Academy

Doane Academy

Eden Autism Services

Fusion Academy

Granville Charter Schools

Grey Nun Academy

Lawrence Day School

Lil Sparks Montessori

Montessori Corner Country Day School

New Horizons Montessori

Newgrange School

Newtown Friends School

Peddie School

Pennington Montessori School

Princeton Friends School

Princeton Latin Academy

Princeton Learning Cooperative

Princeton Lyceum

Princeton Science Academy

Rock Brook School

Rutgers Preparatory School

Salisbury School

SciCore Academy

St. Paul School of Princeton

The American Boychoir School