Gladstone, NJ · K–11
Last verified August 20, 2026
1150 Pottersville Rd, 07934 · (847) 095-0022
Enrollment
139
Student:teacher
4:1
Published tuition
$14,750–$45,850
Application fee
$75
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-27 | Pre-K 3 Full Days | $15,500 | 3 Full Days |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-27 | Pre-K 5 Mornings | $17,500 | 5 Mornings |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-27 | Pre-K 5 Full Days | $24,350 | 5 Full Days |
| Elementary2026-27 | Kindergarten | $36,750 | — |
| Elementary2026-27 | 1st Grade | $39,250 | — |
| Elementary2026-27 | 2nd - 3rd Grade | $41,650 | — |
| Elementary2026-27 | 4th - 5th Grade | $43,500 | — |
| Middle school2026-27 | 6th - 8th Grade | $48,250 | — |
Head of school
Francisco Ayala
Head of School
Francisco Ayala is the Head of School, and he authored an article offering seven highlights of independent school education.
Curriculum & special classes
The Willow School offers a mindful, integrated curriculum for students in preschool through eighth grade, designed to ignite curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills. It combines academic excellence with the joy of learning and experiencing the natural world, often using projects as a primary device for integration.
Financial aid
Financial aid is need-based and awarded to eligible families to make The Willow School accessible to qualified applicants from a broad range of backgrounds.
Application fee: $75
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Admissions
After an initial application deadline, The Willow School operates on a rolling admissions basis. The process involves a conversation with the Director of Enrollment Management, submitting an application with a fee, and a student visit and teacher meet-and-greet.
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Families will be notified of acceptance within four to six weeks after the application is submitted. Families will be notified in the first round of admissions decisions in March and on a rolling basis after that.
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
$75
What they ask for: Conversation with Director of Enrollment Management, application submission, $75 application fee, student visit, teacher meet-and-greet.
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