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because it is different.
From Pre-K to 8th grade, our faith-based curriculum educates the whole child — mind, body and spirit.
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Blue-Ribbon Education
from Pre-K to 8
At St. John’s Academy our learning spaces and passionate teachers challenge students to voice their ideas and to stretch their ways of thinking so that the natural curiosity continues in secondary school and becomes a habit for life.
Our curriculum is dynamic, intentional and collaboratively constructed, offering relevant classes and individualized opportunities that allow students to excel in many ways and stages of their learning.
Faith, Academics, Service:
Our Formula for 65 Years.
The core mission at St. John’s Academy is to enrich souls with the Catholic faith through study and example.
We achieve this through a rich Catholic environment that is infused in all we do, ensuring that our students’ spiritual development goes beyond a simple classroom teaching and becomes a pillar of their spiritual character into adulthood.
We embrace academic excellence with a rigorous and multidisciplinary curriculum.
With a low student-to-teacher ratio and a specialized curriculum targeted specifically toward 4 separate grade levels, our individualized focus allows students to excel in many ways and stages of their learning.
At St. John’s Academy, students learn social responsibility and leadership through service to others.
Our students on average perform over 3,000 volunteer hours per year in service to others, teaching them to understand the value of “giving back”.
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Words of Love from the SJA Community
A culture of caring and respect for all
"We have 2 children enrolled at SJA and have been a part of an amazing community for over 6 years. The school balances challenging and creative academics with a culture of caring and respect for all. We recommend it to anyone looking for that in their child's education!"
Beyond what I expected
"SJA is beyond what I expected. The staff, the education, the values that they teach not only Catholic values but everyday life lessons how to care for one another and respect each other...the parent community is a tight bond that embraces the school to be the best for all of our children and we are glad God led us to SJA."
Academically challenging with Catholic teachings
"Our daughter goes to school at St John’s and she is thriving there! The teachers and administrators are very nurturing to the children while academically challenging them. Catholic teachings and beliefs are reinforced and practiced. The parental support and sense of community in creating the right environment for our children are other important reasons we spend the extra money to send our daughter to St John’s!"
A difference you feel every time you are in the building
"St. John's Academy is different from other Catholic and public schools in the area. The difference is the culture that exists in the community. It is positive, welcoming and nurturing. It is hard to write in words- yet you feel it at every time you are in the building. Our children are thriving there after leaving a highly regarded public school system. The sacrifice of paying tuition is worth every penny!"
Wonderful education with faith-based values
"I highly recommend SJA to families who want a kind and exciting community for their children. Not only does it provide a wonderful education with faith-based values, the teachers, parents, and administration make every day a pleasure. Sending our son to Kindergarten there was one of the best decisions we ever made as a family!"
High academic standards
"St. John’s Academy is an excellent school. My two sons have gone here for the last seven yrs. I cannot say enough great things about the education my boys have gotten here. The teachers go above and beyond and are truly a gift. The are always available for extra help before or after school. The high academic standards are only part of what makes this school so special. We are blessed to be apart of the SJA community."
Wish we knew about this school earlier
"We love Saint John’s Academy!! My daughter is doing well there and has adjusted after transferring there in 6th grade last year. The education she is receiving there has been exceptional. Wish we knew about this school earlier!! They have welcomed us with open arms and made the transition so easy!"
Well prepared for Don Bosco honors courses
"My 3 children have attended SJA and have done very well. Such a great community with very involved parents. My eldest is now at Don Bosco and was very well prepared, placing in all honors courses. My favorite memories are Tricky Tray (!), Art Smart and prayer partners (8th graders matched with kindergarteners). Come check us out!"
SJA graduate excited to enroll my children
"As a graduate of St John’s Academy I could not be more excited to enroll my children and give them the well-rounded education and experience that I received. SJA is a school like no other with unmatched focus on the whole child - faith, academics, and values. Graduates of SJA are kind, prepared for their future, and grounded. Their experience at SJA will serve them well for their whole lives."
Wonderful experience after move from NYC
"Our family has had a wonderful experience at St. John’s Academy so far - having moved to Bergen County from NYC two years ago. Our two young daughters have quickly made strong friendships and have had incredibly nurturing teachers that they’ve established enduring bonds with. And my wife and I have found a strong parent community as well. We love SJA!"
Today we celebrated our final school liturgy of the year as well as the dedication of our new grotto. The beautiful grotto featuring our Blessed Mother holding our Lord is a touching and special tribute to the memory of Mrs. Kathleen Rooney. We thank the Rooney family for choosing Saint John’s Academy as the site for such a wonderful memorial. We pray the Blessed Mother will continue to watch over all the children who walk through the doors of #wearesjaa#CatholicSchoolsNJo#ArchdioceseOfNewarkN#BlessedMotherMother ... See MoreSee Less
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Such a beautiful tribute to a pillar of the school and parish community.
Beautiful tribute to a wonderful lady. Kathleen would of been looking down from heaven and smiling 😊
🙏💖 What a beautiful tribute to an incredible woman! Kathleen Rooney was a devoted Saint John’s parishioner and school mother, having a grotto dedicated in her honor is beautiful for her family, Hillsdale, and the entire SJ community🌹🕊️ I've had the privilege of witnessing Mrs. Rooney’s unwavering faith and selflessness firsthand. Her commitment to her Catholic community and the values she instilled in her family was truly inspiring. She was a guiding light, offering guidance, support, and love to those around her. The grotto is place where future generations can seek solace, find inspiration, and experience the profound faith she embodied. 🙌✨ May God continue to bless her family as they honor her memory.
Beautiful statue!!! Wonderful tribute!!!❤️
Principal-for-a-day Mr. F was a big hit with the preschool and kindergarten as he read them a story. Our older students could be heard cheering for him after he announced, “No homework today for ALL grad#wearesja;#PrincipalForADayc#CatholicSchoolsNJl#ArchdioceseOfNewarkceseOfNewark ... See MoreSee Less
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Such a wonderful experience!
Aww so cute!!
Our second graders have been learning about butterflies and were really excited to be able to release their butterflies today! What a wonderful way to spend the afternoon!🦋🦋
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We are so very proud of Lily and ALL the students! Giving to others is an important part of SJA.
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SJA is grateful and proud of all our veterans. Thank you for your service and May our Lord bless you and your families.
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Our 8th graders and their parents celebrated last night at the annual 8th grade Dinner Dance. It was a wonderful night and the perfect way to celebrate the Class of 2023.
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Congratulations 🎊🎉🎈
Awesome ❤️
Fourth Graders presented their wax museum today. What an amazing job bringing so many legends to life!! thank you Mrs. Healy and Miss Voorhees for guiding the students through this wonderful project.
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I Love this!!!❤️
This is such a great project!!!!
Fabulous and interesting
Fantastic!
Congratulations to our wonderful Communicants! God Bless them always! A beautiful celebration and mass. What a special SJA tradition!
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God bless and congratulations!
Beautiful!!! God bless them!!!
Thank you to everyone who made this day so special!
Such a beautiful mass! Thank you!!!❤️
This is where I received my First Communion. I still have the picture that was taken in the little Church that was across the street from today's Church.
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The Graduate board is complete - it’s officially the graduation season here at SJA. Congratulations and Best Wishes to all of our soon-to-be graduates!!🎓👩🎓👨&zw#wearesja;#CatholicSchoolsNJs#ArchdioceseOfNewarkJ#classof2023eOfNewark
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Love this! Great job Mrs. Cabrera and Congratulations to the Class of 2023 🎓
Looks amazing. Thank you Principal Cabrera!!!
Thank you for your beautiful board, time and effort put into this Mrs. Cabrera!
Love it! Mrs. Cabrera, you always make things extra special for the SJA students!
Congratulations to all!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I love this!! Thank you St. John's Academy, Hillsdale, New Jersey!!
So special! ❤️
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