Under the enthusiastic guidance of our director Sara Losch, the Barnert Temple Preschool has helped children develop a lifelong love for learning.
While we continue to be a Jewish preschool teaching values of kindness, good deeds, and taking care of the world, we now accept children of all faiths and cultural backgrounds.
Becoming part of our preschool means you are part of a community.
We have beautiful park-like grounds including forest areas for exploration, a large multi-sensory playground, a working garden, and a mud kitchen.
For 30 years, we have consistently provided a nurturing and creative environment that allows children to discover their own unique learning style.
Our teachers, programs and overall philosophy also emphasize the need for children to develop the social skills necessary to be successful as they progress through their academic careers.
We want to emporwer out students to become critical thinkers and creative problem solvers.
All of these elements come together to provide our children with the programs and environment to grow academically, socially, creatively and spiritually.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Yes, any we can support
Year Founded
1987
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
We get dirty!
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition for Kindergarten averages $11,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Alice Berdy
School Notes
- Follows Developmentally Appropriate curriuculum based on NAEYC standards
- Small classes; low teacher/child ratio
- Beautiful facilty with large multi-sensory, fenced in outdoor playground
- Warm, caring, well-trained staff;
- Extras include yoga, Hebrew, gym, and music.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Barnert Temple Preschool often compared to?
Barnert Temple Preschool is often viewed alongside schools like Andrew Friedland Early Childhood Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Barnert Temple Preschool?
The acceptance rate of Barnert Temple Preschool is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
When is the application deadline for Barnert Temple Preschool?
The application deadline for Barnert Temple Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Barnert Temple Preschool vs. Andrew Friedland Early Childhood Learning Center
The nearest high school to Barnert Temple Preschool is The New Jersey Japanese School (2.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Academy Of The Most Blessed Sacrament (1.2 miles away)
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Miles
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Academy Of The Most Blessed Sacrament ![Academy Of The Most Blessed Sacrament Photo - Main building]( "Academy Of The Most Blessed Sacrament Photo - Main building")
(Catholic)
785 Franklin Lake Road
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
(201) 891-4250
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
(201) 891-4250
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 85 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
518 Sicomac Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-3663
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-3663
1.3 miles
Gr: 3-8 | 365 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Wyckoff Christian Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
485 Wyckoff Ave
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-7140
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-7140
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 193 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
Andrew Friedland Early Childhood Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
585 Russell Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-4466
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-4466
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 104 students
St. Elizabeth School
(Catholic)
700 Greenwood Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-1481
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-1481
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 209 students
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Location
Miles
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117 Franklin Ave
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 405-0888
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 405-0888
2 miles
Gr: 1-9 | 80 students Tuition listed
The CTC Academy, Inc. - Oakland Campus ![The CTC Academy, Inc. - Oakland Campus Photo]( "The CTC Academy, Inc. - Oakland Campus Photo")
Special Education School
125 Bauer Drive
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 612-5677
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 612-5677
2.1 miles
Gr: 2-12
8 Wright Way
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 651-0200
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 651-0200
2.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 119 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
72 Monroe Center St Nw Ste B
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 301-1221
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 301-1221
2.6 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 92 students
2000 Route 208
Hawthorne, NJ 07506
(973) 423-3331
Hawthorne, NJ 07506
(973) 423-3331
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 427 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Academy Of The Most Blessed Sacrament ![Academy Of The Most Blessed Sacrament Photo - Main building]( "Academy Of The Most Blessed Sacrament Photo - Main building")
(Catholic)
785 Franklin Lake Road
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
(201) 891-4250
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
(201) 891-4250
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 85 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
518 Sicomac Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-3663
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-3663
1.3 miles
Gr: 3-8 | 365 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Elizabeth School
(Catholic)
700 Greenwood Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-1481
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-1481
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 209 students
117 Franklin Ave
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 405-0888
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 405-0888
2 miles
Gr: 1-9 | 80 students Tuition listed
The CTC Academy, Inc. - Oakland Campus ![The CTC Academy, Inc. - Oakland Campus Photo]( "The CTC Academy, Inc. - Oakland Campus Photo")
Special Education School
125 Bauer Drive
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 612-5677
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 612-5677
2.1 miles
Gr: 2-12
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Academy Of The Most Blessed Sacrament ![Academy Of The Most Blessed Sacrament Photo - Main building]( "Academy Of The Most Blessed Sacrament Photo - Main building")
(Catholic)
785 Franklin Lake Road
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
(201) 891-4250
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
(201) 891-4250
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 85 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Wyckoff Christian Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
485 Wyckoff Ave
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-7140
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-7140
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 193 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
Andrew Friedland Early Childhood Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
585 Russell Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-4466
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-4466
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 104 students
St. Elizabeth School
(Catholic)
700 Greenwood Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-1481
Wyckoff, NJ 07481
(201) 891-1481
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 209 students
St. Albans Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
1 Church Ln
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 337-5928
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 337-5928
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 80 students Avg. class size: 15 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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Bernards High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25 Olcott Avenue
Bernardsville, NJ 07924
(908) 630-3000
Bernardsville, NJ 07924
(908) 630-3000
9384.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 751 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Bernardsville Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
141 Seney Drive
Bernardsville, NJ 07924
(908) 204-1916
Bernardsville, NJ 07924
(908) 204-1916
9384.2 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 419 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Marion T. Bedwell Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
141 Seney Drive
Bernardsville, NJ 07924
(908) 204-1920
Bernardsville, NJ 07924
(908) 204-1920
9384.2 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 435 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Harding Township School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
34 Lees Hill Road
New Vernon, NJ 07976
(973) 267-6398
New Vernon, NJ 07976
(973) 267-6398
9385.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 291 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Mendham Township Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
18 West Main Street
Brookside, NJ 07926
(973) 543-7107
Brookside, NJ 07926
(973) 543-7107
9385.4 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 466 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
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