Saint Catherine of Siena School l Cedar Grove NJ 07009 l A parish Catholic preschool through eighth grade school in Essex County New Jersey

Inspiring a Love of Learning Early in Preschool

We know that when a love of learning begins in preschool you set the course for an active, interested student who will continue success in kindergarten and beyond. SCS is a home-away-from-home for our students where they can play, learn, socialize, and grow into their full potential.

Preparing Kindergarten Students to Learn Confidently for Life

Kindergarten marks an important transition time from preschool to the primary grades. Our nurturing staff challenge their minds, excite their imaginations, guide them spiritually, and encourage them to be generous to others.

Nurturing the Uniqueness of Every Student in a Small School Environment

We treat our students with dignity, and respect all children’s individual differences. We call students to grow into their best selves and to treat others with the same degree of dignity.

Nationally Recognized Student and Teacher Excellence

SCS students pursue challenging academics that prepare them for success in the most competitive high schools. Taught by inspiring, caring teachers, SCS students excel every year, earning merit based scholarships and awards.

Promoting Community Service and Understanding

Saint Catherine’s community extends beyond the school’s front doors. We teach our students to be responsible and caring, both inside the school, and as citizens of their local community, nation, and world.

Developing the Whole Person

SCS students are engaged, active, and happy. We nourish both the spiritual and cognitive attributes of each student, resulting in talented, motivated students who thrive in a value centered, caring atmosphere.

Children Learning Best in a Well Disciplined, Safe Setting

Our teachers are exceptionally talented and dedicated. More than one-third of them hold master’s degrees. Recruited for their outstanding achievements and academic commitment to Saint Catherine of Siena School’s core values.

Developing a Positive Catholic Identity

Our goal is to foster in every student an understanding of the Roman Catholic faith. We encourage them to carry the message of God to others and exemplify His Word in themselves, living lives with integrity, understanding, and Christian charity.

Strong Parish and Community Support

Our school is an integral part of the parish of Saint Catherine of Siena and the Archdiocese of Newark. Our faculty, students, and families form a circle of support. We call our students to grow beyond themselves, addressing needs greater than themselves.

"Welcome to Saint Catherine of Siena School...faith in education for over 60 years!"

Our balanced educational program inspires mind and body, heart and soul, and service to God and community.

Preschool 3 & 4

Our three and four year old preschoolers LOVE going to school and develop a positive self image in a safe, nurturing environment.

Set up a private tour!

Please call the school at 973-239-6968, we would love to meet you! Registration for the 2022-23 school year begins in January 2022.

Grades K—8

Enrollment at Saint Catherine of Siena School is an investment in your child’s future that will pay dividends long after he or she graduates. The solid combination of strong academics, Christian values, discipline, and responsibility will stay with your child for years. The strong sense of family inspired by the Saint Catherine’s community will endure […]

Video & Slideshows

Amazing job to all those who performed at the SCS Talent Show!

Mr. DeCesare teaches Art History to our 5th grade class speaking about Leonardo da...

Grades 4 & 5 sang for our Church Senior group during their recent Christmas...

What does geometry and Christmas have in common? Check out our 4th grade student’s...

Check out our 4th grade elves helping to decorate the classroom for Christmas and...

Pumpkin rolling STEM project. Students learned simple physics concepts exploring forces,...

May God Bless America!

SCS welcomed last week the addition of 26 new chromebooks to our mobile technology program. Students and teachers love them! Check it out…

The 5th grade created surveys and polled classmates, teachers, and family to create frequency tables. They will use the information to find median, mode, range, and mean.