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A unique learning community
At Willow, we believe a fulfilling school experience is measured by what’s learned both inside and outside the classroom. Parents choose Willow for our welcoming environment, which is nurturing and inclusive of everyone in our community. We accomplish this through mindful programs such as Willow Gatherings—twice-weekly meetings for our children and parents to enjoy each other’s company and reflect on their day. There is also Harvest Soup, a fall tradition where students and parents practice gratitude by harvesting the produce from our garden and turning it into a special soup shared by the whole community.
Willow also has an intentionally small class size, with a maximum of 16 students per class, and an 8-to-1 student-teacher ratio. This allows students to be known not just by their classroom teachers, but by the entire school. Small classes also mean that students cannot fade into the background. They learn to develop and manage relationships with their peers and others. Lower and Middle School students have recess together each day, and students from different grades work together in buddy classes throughout the year.
Our innovative curriculum and community-building programs lead to collaboration, teamwork, and good communication skills that deepen our connections.
A cherished tradition, Willow Gatherings allows all of us to come together to deepen our exploration of the virtues, as we enjoy each other’s company and a mindful moment.
Each November, this community-wide tradition engages students and parents in the practice of gratitude. Everyone helps harvest the produce sowed in the garden and turn it into a special soup shared by the whole school community.
Every year, the entire Willow community honors Earth Day with meaningful environmental service projects on- and off-campus
Open to all students, the annual production is 100% organized and directed by Middle School students.
A special day that gives grandparents and grandfriends the opportunity to experience Willow, including breakfast, visits to classrooms, musical performances and more.
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Willow Gatherings
A cherished tradition, Willow Gatherings allows all of us to come together to deepen our exploration of the virtues, as we enjoy each other’s company and a mindful moment.
Harvest Soup
Each November, this community-wide tradition engages students and parents in the practice of gratitude. Everyone helps harvest the produce sowed in the garden and turn it into a special soup shared by the whole school community.
Earth Day
Every year, the entire Willow community honors Earth Day with meaningful environmental service projects on- and off-campus.
Talent Show
Open to all students, the annual production is 100% organized and directed by Middle School students.
GrandFriends Day
A special day that gives grandparents and grandfriends the opportunity to experience Willow, including breakfast, visits to classrooms, musical performances and more.
Our Director of Enrollment Management Lisa VanderVeen is a valued Willow community member. Contact her at (908) 470-9500, ext. 1100 or via email.
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See How We Celebrate Gratitude at Willow
Our annual Harvest Soup tradition teaches children how to practice gratitude for each other and the Earth. Willow students recently took part in one of the school’s most beloved traditions: Harvest Soup! This community event is the culmination of a process that begins...
Honoring Mark Biedron, Willow’s Co-Founder
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Mark Biedron, co-founder of The Willow School. Mark was a visionary and a true inspiration as an educational leader, from his creation of The Willow School to his work at the New Jersey Board of...
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Director of Enrollment Management Lisa VanderVeen is here to help! Contact her at (908) 470-9500, ext. 1100 or via email