The GRIT Academy is a nurturing place with a passion to fulfill its mission, which is to serve the needs of our community by offering high quality care with flexible programs designed to nurture the growing child in an environment that is safe, caring and stimulating.
These programs provide children with social, emotional and cognitive experiences in group settings.
The development and implementation of a sound program for children is best accomplished with support and participation of parents.
The center considers parental involvement to be an integral part of their program. Realistic curriculum goals and plans are based on regular assessment of each child's individual needs, strengths and interests.
The Grit Academy insures that each child will be provided with positive learning experiences and a strong foundation for a lifetime of learning.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2015
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
55 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition Rates vary by attendance and age
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Terri Crosbie
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Computer skillsCooking
DanceGymnastics
Karate
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of The GRIT Academy?
The acceptance rate of The GRIT Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
When is the application deadline for The GRIT Academy?
The application deadline for The GRIT Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to The GRIT Academy is Immaculata High School (5.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Cherry Blossom Montessori School (3.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Creative Campus At Old York School (1.6 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Creative Campus At Old York School
Daycare / Preschool
580 Old York Rd
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 722-1563
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 722-1563
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 87 students
Apples & Books Learning Center
Alternative School (Christian)
1036 Us Highway 202 S
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 429-4275
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 429-4275
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 130 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
Cherry Blossom Montessori School ![Cherry Blossom Montessori School Photo]( "Cherry Blossom Montessori School Photo")
Montessori School
20 Equator Avenue
Flagtown, NJ 08821
(908) 369-4436
Flagtown, NJ 08821
(908) 369-4436
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 94 students Avg. class size: 21 students Tuition listed
Apple Montessori Schools Hillsborough
Montessori School
302 South Branch Road
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
(973) 846-2801
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
(973) 846-2801
3.4 miles
Gr: NS-K Avg. class size: 15 students
The Midland School
Special Education School
94 Readington Road
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 722-8222
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 722-8222
3.7 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 92 students Avg. class size: 7 students Acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
240 Mountain Ave
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 722-0200
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 722-0200
5.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 487 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 39 Tuition listed
Somerset Hills Learning Institute
Special Education School
1810 Burnt Mills Rd
Bedminster, NJ 07921
(908) 719-6400
Bedminster, NJ 07921
(908) 719-6400
7.2 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 22 students Avg. class size: 5 students Acceptance rate listed
New Road School Of Somerset
Special Education School
2200 Cottontail Lane
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 271-5775
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 271-5775
9.5 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 72 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3
131 Martinsville Road
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
(908) 647-6419
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
(908) 647-6419
9.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,129 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
17 Schoolhouse Rd
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 397-7988
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 397-7988
9.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 199 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Cherry Blossom Montessori School ![Cherry Blossom Montessori School Photo]( "Cherry Blossom Montessori School Photo")
Montessori School
20 Equator Avenue
Flagtown, NJ 08821
(908) 369-4436
Flagtown, NJ 08821
(908) 369-4436
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 94 students Avg. class size: 21 students Tuition listed
The Preschool Place And Kindergarten At Temple Sho
Daycare / Preschool
594 N Bridge St
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
(908) 722-0101
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
(908) 722-0101
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 106 students Avg. class size: 14 students
40 Second Avenue
Raritan, NJ 08869
(908) 725-7787
Raritan, NJ 08869
(908) 725-7787
4.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 147 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2 Lake Dr
Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
(908) 236-7669
Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
(908) 236-7669
5.5 miles
Gr: NS-6 | 66 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
41 Mountain Ave
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 725-6516
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 725-6516
5.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 401 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Creative Campus At Old York School
Daycare / Preschool
580 Old York Rd
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 722-1563
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 722-1563
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 87 students
Apples & Books Learning Center
Alternative School (Christian)
1036 Us Highway 202 S
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 429-4275
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 429-4275
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 130 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
Cherry Blossom Montessori School ![Cherry Blossom Montessori School Photo]( "Cherry Blossom Montessori School Photo")
Montessori School
20 Equator Avenue
Flagtown, NJ 08821
(908) 369-4436
Flagtown, NJ 08821
(908) 369-4436
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 94 students Avg. class size: 21 students Tuition listed
Apple Montessori Schools Hillsborough
Montessori School
302 South Branch Road
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
(973) 846-2801
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
(973) 846-2801
3.4 miles
Gr: NS-K Avg. class size: 15 students
The Preschool Place And Kindergarten At Temple Sho
Daycare / Preschool
594 N Bridge St
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
(908) 722-0101
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
(908) 722-0101
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 106 students Avg. class size: 14 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Middle Bucks Institute Of Technology
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2740 York Road
Jamison, PA 18929
(215) 343-2480
Jamison, PA 18929
(215) 343-2480
9348.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 25 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Bridge Valley Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2280 Sugar Bottom Road
Furlong, PA 18925
(267) 893-3700
Furlong, PA 18925
(267) 893-3700
9349 miles
Gr: K-6 | 617 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Wrightstown Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
729 Penns Park Rd
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 944-2300
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 944-2300
9350 miles
Gr: K-6 | 399 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Buckingham Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Box 158 2414 Durham Road
Buckingham, PA 18912
(267) 893-4200
Buckingham, PA 18912
(267) 893-4200
9350.1 miles
Gr: K-6 | 442 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Cold Spring Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4150 Durham Rd
Doylestown, PA 18902
(267) 893-3800
Doylestown, PA 18902
(267) 893-3800
9350.3 miles
Gr: K-6 | 470 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
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