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Yeshiva Academy of Bergen County · River Edge, New Jersey
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Private Jewish Day School · River Edge, NJ

Where every child is known, valued & inspired.

A warm, values-driven education from preschool through sixth grade - where strong academics, kind character, and genuine confidence grow together, in a place that feels like family.

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K-6
Preschool through 6th grade
1:1
Every child known by name
100%
Whole-child philosophy
Nurturing, faith-based environment
Strong literacy & numeracy
Engaged parent partnership
Chesed & community at our core
Students learning together at Yeshiva Academy Est. Bergen CountyA community, not just a school
Our Philosophy

A school built around the whole child.

At Yeshiva Academy of Bergen County, education is far more than academics. We create a supportive, inspirational environment where children become confident, creative thinkers and kind, capable people - grounded in Torah values and a genuine love of learning.

  • 01

    The whole child, every day

    Social-emotional growth is woven into daily life, so children feel safe, seen, and ready to learn.

  • 02

    Foundations that last

    Rich early literacy and numeracy build the confidence children carry for the rest of their lives.

  • 03

    A family, not a building

    A close community where teachers truly know each student - and each home.

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Our Programs

A joyful path from first steps to fifth grade.

Thoughtfully designed learning at every stage - meeting children where they are, and gently guiding them forward.

Young children learning together in our early childhood classroom01 / EARLY YEARS
Preschool & Early Years

Early Childhood

A warm, playful first classroom where curiosity is celebrated and little learners build the confidence to explore, share, and grow.

  • Play-based, hands-on discovery
  • Early language & pre-literacy skills
  • Social skills & emotional confidence
  • A gentle introduction to Jewish life
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Elementary students studying in the school library02 / GRADES K-6
Kindergarten - Grade 6

Elementary School

Our core program, where strong academics, creative thinking, and character education come together to prepare children for whatever comes next.

  • Rigorous literacy & numeracy curriculum
  • Confident, creative & critical thinking
  • Integrated Judaic & general studies
  • Chesed & community-service projects
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Our Approach

Four commitments behind every school day.

01

Every Child Valued

Small classes mean each student is known, encouraged, and supported as an individual - never a number.

02

Strong Foundations

Rich early literacy and numeracy build the academic confidence children carry for a lifetime.

03

Character & Values

Torah values, kindness, and chesed are lived every day - shaping children who care for others.

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Home & School as One

Parents are true partners - welcomed, informed, and involved through our active Parent Association.

By the Numbers

An education measured in confidence.

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Admissions

Joining our family is simple.

Four warm, unhurried steps - with our admissions team beside you the whole way.

01

Inquire

Reach out and tell us about your child. We respond the same day, every day.

02

Visit & Tour

See our classrooms, meet our teachers, and feel the community firsthand.

03

Apply

Submit a simple application. We guide you through every detail along the way.

04

Welcome

Receive your place and join a school where your family belongs from day one.

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From Our Families

The community speaks for itself.

★★★★★

From the first tour, we felt at home. The teachers know our daughter deeply - her strengths, her worries, everything. She runs into school every morning.

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Rivka L.Parent · Grade 2
★★★★★

The balance of strong academics and real character is exactly what we were looking for. Our son is reading confidently and, just as importantly, he is kind.

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David & Miriam K.Parents · Kindergarten & Grade 4
★★★★★

It truly feels like family. Whenever we have a question, someone answers the same day. You can feel how much every child is valued here.

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Sarah B.Parent · Preschool
★★★★★

The Judaic and secular studies feel truly integrated. Our son comes home excited to share what he learned in both, and his confidence has grown so much.

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Chaya G.Parent · Grade 1
★★★★★

Small classes make all the difference. Every teacher knows exactly where our daughter needs a push and where she needs a hug.

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Yosef & Leah M.Parents · Grade 3 & Grade 5
★★★★★

We looked at several schools, and the warmth here was unmatched. It really does feel like an extension of our own home.

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Esther T.Parent · Kindergarten
Visit Us

See where your child will thrive.

Schedule a private, no-obligation tour. Walk our halls, meet our teachers, and picture your child here - where every child is valued.

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