Private Schools in Scotch Plains, New Jersey

Oak Knoll School is a highly-regarded independent Catholic school serving students from kindergarten through grade 12, with a coeducational elementary school and all-girls middle and high school. Located just minutes from Scotch Plains in Summit, the school offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum with small class sizes, advanced placement courses, and extensive extracurricular opportunities. The campus features state-of-the-art science labs, performing arts centers, and athletic facilities. Oak Knoll emphasizes character development and leadership while maintaining strong academic traditions with a 100% college acceptance rate.

Kent Place School is one of the nation's oldest independent all-girls schools, serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Located in nearby Summit, the school serves families throughout Union County including Scotch Plains. The school features an exceptional academic program with a focus on leadership development, STEM education, and global perspectives. Kent Place offers extensive advanced placement courses, competitive athletics, and robust arts programs. The school is known for its beautiful 26-acre campus, outstanding faculty, and commitment to empowering young women through education.

The Wardlaw+Hartridge School is an independent coeducational day school serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Located in Edison and serving families from Scotch Plains and surrounding communities, the school offers both traditional college preparatory curriculum and International Baccalaureate programs. The 36-acre campus features modern academic buildings, science and technology labs, athletic facilities, and performing arts spaces. The school emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and global citizenship with small class sizes and individualized attention. Wardlaw+Hartridge maintains strong college placement records and offers comprehensive extracurricular programs.