Quick Facts (26-27)
- 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
The GRIT Academy
Quick Facts (26-27)
- 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 Facts
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
Academic Profile
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 & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition Rates vary by attendance and age
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Terri Crosbie
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Computer skillsCooking
DanceGymnastics
Karate
School Notes
- 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.
- 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.
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 82%.
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 The Preschool Place And Kindergarten At Temple Sho (3.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Creative Campus At Old York School (1.6 miles away)
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(908) 722-1563
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(908) 722-8222
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(908) 722-0101
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Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 39
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(908) 722-0200
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Avg. class size: 5 students
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(908) 719-6400
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(732) 271-5775
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(908) 647-6419
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(732) 397-7988
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(908) 722-0101
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Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 9
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(908) 725-7787
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(908) 369-4436
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(908) 236-7669
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(908) 725-6516
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Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 722-1563
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 130 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
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1036 Us Highway 202 S
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(908) 429-4275
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Gr: NS-K
Montessori School
302 South Branch Road
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
(973) 846-2801
Distance: 3.7 mi
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Avg. class size: 14 students
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Bridgewater, NJ 08807
(908) 722-0101
Distance: 3.9 mi
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(908) 369-0490
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