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Far Brook School

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Short Hills, NJ · K–11

Last verified August 19, 2026

52 Great Hills Rd, 07078 · (973) 379-3442

www.farbrook.org

Enrollment

226

Student:teacher

8:1

Published tuition

$21,800–$52,800

Application fee

$100

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Tuition by division

DivisionGradesAnnual tuition
Preschool / Pre-K2026-27Nursery – 3 year old$21,800
Preschool / Pre-K2026-27Nursery – 4 year old$24,300
Elementary2026-27Kindergarten$43,600
Elementary2026-27First Grade$47,600
Elementary2026-27Second Grade$47,600
Elementary2026-27Third Grade$47,600
Elementary2026-27Fourth Grade$49,300
Elementary2026-27Fifth Grade$50,300
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Head of school

Amy Ziebarth

Head of School

Amy Ziebarth welcomes visitors to Far Brook School, a progressive school where children learn and grow in a joyful and unhurried atmosphere. She believes that what is extraordinary elsewhere is ordinary at Far Brook, prioritizing joy, curiosity, and exploration in students' learning experiences.

Curriculum & special classes

Far Brook's progressive approach is centered on experience, grounded in nature, focused on social justice, and immersed in the arts. It emphasizes high academic standards, problem-solving skills through insightful questioning, experimentation, and hands-on experience, and collaboration.

Progressive Education
Arts Immersion
Nature-Grounded Learning
Social Justice Focus
Community Partnerships

Financial aid

Tuition assistance is available for families who qualify, and educational loans are available through several lenders. The school is committed to enrolling a socioeconomically diverse student body.

Application fee: $100

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