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It feels different
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!"
Congratulations to SJA’s Ciaran Henry and all the other Outstanding Catholic School Graduates honored today. These fine young men and women exemplify the best of Catholic educati#CatholicSchoolsNJo#ArchdioceseOfNewarkN#wearesjaaresja ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations Ciaran-well deserved!
Ciaran you are a special young man! Congratulations!
Congratulations Ciaran! God Bless you and your faithful family!
Congratulations, Ciaran!! What an honor to a very talented young man! 😊
Congratulations. Well deserved !!!!
God Bless and Congratulations to Ciaran and the Henry family!
Congratulations to a wonderful young man from an awesome family! ❤️
Congratulations Ciaran!!
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Congratulations Ciaran!
How wonderful - well deserved Ciaran and congrats to the Henry family!! Am sure you are very proud!
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Well deserved!! Congratulations ❤️🎉
Wow - congrats, Ciaran!
Congratulations!!!
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SJA students gathered together for the Stations of the Cross today. Students from every grade (K-8) participated in this sacred Lenten tradition.
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SJA had a special treat today: Principal-for-a-day Mr. Morris from grade 4. He did a great job! He visited classrooms, read stories to the preschoolers, and made sure the faculty, staff, and students were all safe and happy. He even made an important announcement: ALL STUDENTS WILL HAVE NO HOMEWORK TONIGHT!!
Thank you for a great day Principal Morris!
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Well done "Principal" Morris!
It was an incredible day for Principal Morris! He was so happy and we were so proud. Thank you all again!
I’m sure every student loved Mr. Morris’ announcement!
A natural! Great job, Mr. Morris ❤️🦅😊
So proud of you Mr. Morris! I am not surprised that you did an outstanding job.
Legendary with the no homework annoucement!
Wonderful!!
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Our middle school students spent an hour with Jesus in prayerful meditation today at Eucharistic Adoration. Thank you to Mrs. Mays for organizing and leading this amazing experience.
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Beautiful!🙏🏻
Thank you 🙏❤️
Proud of our alumnae, Carrie Sandt and Kiera Vicini, both part of SJA class of 2019, for being honored as ”Women of Valor” for their service to the IHA community. Congratulations ladies, your SJA family is very prou#wearesja!#CatholicSchoolsNJl#ArchdioceseOfNewarkceseOfNewark ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations Carrie and Kiera! So proud of both of you!
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So proud of you Carrie and Kiera! You are both amazing young women.
Congratulations 🍾🎈🎉🎊 girls! Extremely proud of you both!
Congratulations Carrie and Kiera!! Two truly wonderful young women!!
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Congratulations! SJA is so proud of you both!!
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Could not be more proud of the the two of you...😊❤️
Congratulations Carrie and Kiera! I am so proud of both of you. Way to go!!
Awesome!👏👏👏
Wonderful!
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May you have love that never ends,
And lots of friends.
Health be yours, whatever you do, and
May God send many blessings to you!☘️💚☘️
SJA is on the hunt for silly leprechauns, can you find any?
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I will always cherish the sweet memories like this one, my children have from this wonderful school!
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!!☘️☘️☘️
So sweet! I can't wait to hear from my kindergarteners all about it.
I ❤️ how they go out looking for the leprechaun 🍀. So adorable!!!
So sweet! Happy St. Patrick's Day!
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6th graders are studying the meeting of warm fronts and cold fronts by boiling water in flasks and shocking the steam with ice to make it “rain” in th#sciences.#wearesjae#ArchdioceseOfNewarkce#CatholicSchoolsNJlicschoolsnj ... See MoreSee Less
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