The Scandinavian School of Jersey City

United States, Jersey City

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 1 - 12 years

Pupil numbers 272

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum

Strengths Swedish curriculum, Reggio Emilia approach, Forest education, Place-based learning, Democratic citizenship

Stages Pre-School, Elementary

Introduction

The Scandinavian School of Jersey City is an independent school inspired by the Reggio Emilia and Swedish curriculum approaches, serving ages 1 through 6th grade. The school emphasises outdoor and forest education, hands-on learning, and democratic citizenship through dedicated spaces including The Kitchen, The Garden, The Atelier, and Trollskogen.

Jersey City, NJ, USA.

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The Essentials

Location

The Scandinavian School is in Jersey City, NJ.

Stages

Ages 1 through 6th grade, divided into Preschool (1-4), Forest Pre-K4, Forest Kindergarten, and Elementary (Grades 1-6).

Type

An independent co-educational day school following Scandinavian educational approaches.

Country affiliation

The school follows the Swedish curriculum.

Diving Deeper

Food Options

The Kitchen is a dedicated culinary learning space.

Academics

Curriculum

The school combines the Swedish curriculum with the Reggio Emilia approach, emphasising place-based learning, hands-on discovery, and project-based education.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school aims to develop independent, democratic, empathetic citizens.

Parent Experience

History

The Scandinavian School has established itself as a distinctive Scandinavian-inspired school in Jersey City.

Community

A Parent Foundation, school store, and fundraising initiatives support the community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

A Parent Foundation is active.

Facilities

Facilities Overview

Dedicated spaces include The Kitchen (culinary), The Garden (outdoor learning), The Atelier (arts/creative), and Trollskogen (forest classroom).

Academic Facilities

The Atelier supports creative and artistic learning.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Project-based learning is central to the approach.

Arts & Creative

The Atelier provides dedicated creative and artistic space.

Cultural & Language

The school draws on Swedish educational traditions and Scandinavian values.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

A 10-week summer camp for ages 1-9 is available.

Admissions

Waitlist applications for the upcoming school year are accepted.

Waitlist

A waitlist system is in place for admissions.

School Events

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FAQs

Where is The Scandinavian School of Jersey City located?

The Scandinavian School of Jersey City is located in Jersey City, NJ, in the United States.

What ages and grade levels does the school serve?

The school serves children ages 1 to 12 and is organized into Preschool (ages 1–4), Forest Pre-K4, Forest Kindergarten, and Elementary (Grades 1–6).

What curriculum and pedagogical approaches does the school follow?

The school combines the Swedish curriculum with the Reggio Emilia approach, emphasising place-based learning, hands-on discovery, and project-based education.

How large is the school in terms of student population?

The Scandinavian School of Jersey City enrolls approximately 272 pupils.

How do admissions and waitlist applications work?

The school accepts waitlist applications for the upcoming school year and operates a waitlist system for admissions. Prospective families are invited to apply for placement and join the waitlist as part of the admissions process.

Are waitlist applications accepted for the next school year?

Yes, waitlist applications for the upcoming school year are accepted and a waitlist system is in place to manage admissions.

How are the grade levels and class groupings organized?

Programming is organized into Preschool (1–4), Forest Pre-K4, Forest Kindergarten, and Elementary for Grades 1–6, allowing progression from early childhood through Grade 6 within the same Scandinavian-inspired framework.

How is project-based learning used in the curriculum?

Project-based learning is central to the school's approach, with interdisciplinary, hands-on projects that emerge from children's interests and place-based investigations to build inquiry, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

What is The Kitchen and how is it used in learning?

The Kitchen is a dedicated culinary learning space where children engage in hands-on food preparation and learning about nutrition, community, and practical life skills as part of the curriculum.

What is The Atelier and what opportunities does it provide?

The Atelier is a dedicated arts and creative studio that supports exploration in visual arts, materials, and processes, giving children space for creative expression and inquiry-based art projects.

What are The Garden and Trollskogen, and how do children use them?

The Garden and Trollskogen are outdoor learning spaces used for place-based and forest education, where children engage in nature-based play, exploration, and curriculum-linked outdoor projects.

Does the school offer a summer program or camp?

Yes, the school runs a 10-week summer camp for children ages 1–9, providing extended opportunities for outdoor play, projects, and hands-on learning during the summer months.

What arts and creative opportunities are available outside regular classes?

Arts and creative learning are supported through The Atelier and project-based work across the program, allowing children to pursue sustained creative inquiries and interdisciplinary art projects.

How does the school incorporate Scandinavian cultural traditions?

The school draws on Swedish educational traditions and Scandinavian values, integrating cultural perspectives and practices into curriculum, community life, and approaches to democratic citizenship.

How does the school support social and emotional learning (SEL)?

The school aims to develop independent, democratic, and empathetic citizens through approaches that emphasize collaboration, agency, and social responsibility as core components of daily learning.

How does forest and outdoor education contribute to student wellbeing?

Forest and outdoor education are central to the program and support wellbeing by giving children regular access to nature for physical activity, sensory engagement, risk assessment, and restorative play.

Do students take part in democratic or leadership activities?

Yes, democratic citizenship is an explicit aim of the school, with practices that encourage student voice, participation, and collaborative decision-making appropriate to their ages.

What involvement do parents have in the school community?

Parents are supported through an active Parent Foundation that participates in community-building, a school store, and fundraising initiatives to support school programs and events.

What kinds of community and fundraising activities does the school run?

The school community organizes fundraising initiatives and operates a school store, with the Parent Foundation playing a central role in coordinating events and community support.

What is the school's background or identity within Jersey City?

The Scandinavian School has established itself as a distinctive Scandinavian-inspired independent school in Jersey City, focused on combining Swedish curriculum elements with Reggio Emilia and place-based education.

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