The Growing Garden Nursery School in Paramus, NJ, enrolls 91 students from pre–kindergarten through first grade in a nonsectarian, suburban early childhood program.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 with 7 full–time teachers serving its total enrollment.
This co–ed nursery school features a student population that includes 22.58% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the suburban community.
Programs focus on early childhood education in a large suburb setting without religious affiliation or membership association.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Student Body
Total Students
91 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: no two flowers bloom the same way
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Growing Garden Nursery School often compared to?
The Growing Garden Nursery School is often viewed alongside schools like Ridgewood Montessori School, The Goddard School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for The Growing Garden Nursery School?
The application deadline for The Growing Garden Nursery School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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