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Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child is a coeducational Catholic independent school in Summit, New Jersey, serving boys and girls in pre-K through Grade 6.
Rooted in purpose, Oak Knoll's Lower School inspires a lifelong love of learning through a joyful, engaging academic program that encourages students to learn by doing, explore with confidence, and develop their individual gifts.
With small classes, dedicated teachers, and opportunities across academics, STEM, the arts, faith, service, and leadership, students grow into curious learners and compassionate citizens with the confidence, character, and strong foundation to thrive in school and beyond.
Tuition varies by grade level. Need-based financial assistance is available to eligible families. Please visit Oak Knoll鈥檚 Tuition & Financial Assistance page for current tuition, fees, and financial aid information.
Admissions Director
Maria Hargens
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Extracurriculars
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14 extracurriculars
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Club or Organization:
After-School AdventuresBook Club
Club 4 ChangeCulture Club
Engineering ClubMaker Club
Math ClubRosary Club
School NewspaperStudent Council
Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
ChorusDance
Drama
School Notes
School Mascot: Royals
At Oak Knoll's coeducational Lower School, boys and girls in pre-K
through Grade 6 build the academic, social, and spiritual
foundation to become joyful learners, confident explorers, and
compassionate citizens.
Our intentionally designed Lower School program combines strong
academics with hands-on, experiential learning in an environment
where students are known, challenged, and supported by dedicated
teachers. From the earliest grades, students have opportunities to
explore STEM, engineering, the arts, world languages, service,
leadership, and faith while developing curiosity, confidence,
creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.
At each stage of their Oak Knoll education, students:
Live by faith, discovering and celebrating their unique purpose
while developing empathy, kindness, and a sense of responsibility
to others.
Learn by doing, engaging in a bold and interactive academic
program that encourages curiosity, creativity, collaboration,
problem-solving, and intellectual risk-taking.
Lead by example, developing the confidence, character, and
compassion to make a positive difference in their school,
community, and world.
As a Catholic independent school, Oak Knoll combines a strong
foundation in faith and values with the flexibility and innovation
of an independent-school education. Rooted in the educational
philosophy of founder Cornelia Connelly, the Lower School prepares
students not only for their next academic chapter, but for lives of
purpose, integrity, and impact.
Oak Knoll's coeducational Lower School serves boys and girls in
pre-K through Grade 6, while its all-girls Upper School serves
young women in Grades 7-12.
When is the application deadline for Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child (Lower School)?
The application deadline for Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child (Lower School) is Dec. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
The nearest high school and elementary school to Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child (Lower School) is Oak Knoll School Of The Holy Child (0.3 miles away)
I have been an Oak Knoll student for 7 years. This school focuses on the development of the whole child from a Catholic perspective. I admire the single-sex component, as it truly allowed me to flourish and develop a higher confidence among my peers. Along with its superb academics, Oak Knoll offers a range of sports, clubs, service opportunities, and arts to participate in. I love how our administrators always find ways for the student body to give back to our community with faithful incorporation. I'm so fortunate to go to Oak Knoll where teachers, administrators, and staff all have the student's best interest at heart!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Milan Jones
512/22/2023
I am a student at Oak Knoll and entering my 3rd year and so far I have loved the curriculum they offer. I am having a wonderful school experience learning new and valuable things every day. The other students are incredibly kind and I am so proud to be part of the community!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Student
511/10/2023
We could not be happier with our choice to send our daughter to Oak Knoll Lower School. She has truly thrived in the academic and social environment. The faculty and staff have gotten to know what motivates her, how she learns, her strengths and really just helped her be her best self. It's been a wonderful experience for our family.
- Posted by Parent - Oak Knoll Parent
511/10/2023
This is our first year at Oak Knoll and our son is thriving in the pre-k program. Great curriculum, wonderful and nurturing teachers, and we particularly love the sense of community that the school has to offer.
- Posted by Parent - proud little acorn mom
56/30/2023
I am a parent of a rising 7th grader. Our daughter just finished her first year at OKS. We LOVED it! We searched for the right type of environment that would challenge her academically and yet foster belonging and confidence. We particularly loved the focus on leadership for 6th graders. The school is amazing and the community is welcoming and supportive. We are grateful to be part of the OKS community!
- Posted by Parent - Sarah Aiosa
56/23/2023
We have two children at OKS in the Lower school and could not be more pleased. Both kids absolutely love going each day and didn`t want summer break to start because they would miss school so much. The teachers are so attentive and go above and beyond in every way. Families are extremely involved and it`s a wonderful community all around.
- Posted by Parent - Parent of 2
56/16/2023
I have a unique role at Oak Knoll because I am a staff member in the Upper School while my son attends the Lower School. It's a dream to be able to come to work while my son is a student here. My son and I are both entering our 3rd year at Oak Knoll, and it's truly remarkable how much he's thriving. As a parent, I see first-hand how much care and consideration is given to each child. He loves every part of his day and he's getting a well-rounded mixture of academics, art, sports, and religion. I am beyond proud and grateful to be both a parent and an employee of Oak Knoll.
- Posted by Parent - Meg Noya
55/5/2023
I have been a teacher at Oak Knoll for 38 years. I knew it was a special place from the moment I stepped onto campus. At my first lower school assembly, I watched as the youngest students joyfully performed with poise and confidence beyond their years. Just as remarkable was the audience of older students, cheering them on with genuine love and support. I am blessed to work with our children and in an environment where each person is heard, appreciated, and loved.
- Posted by Teacher - Patti Cepparulo
55/5/2023
My first relationship with Oak Knoll was as a parent. My daughter attended Oak Knoll 9th -12th grade. She had an excellent academic education and attended Bowdoin College, her first choice. After seeing what an excellent .education she was getting I took a job at Oak Knoll teaching LAR. I was a fifth-grade teacher that was in charge of teaching language arts. It was great getting to concentrate on one topic. I am now teaching 3rd and 4th-grade social studies. It is so fun being able to work with other teachers and be creative. In the fall I did a unit on Native Americans and we wrote a compare and contrast paper, put on a Lenape play with the drama teacher, and the students used Project Based Learning to create a Native American dwelling. It is so great to have teachers to work with that love teaching cooperatively and making the lessons so interesting.
- Posted by Teacher - Oak Knoll Parent and Teacher
53/29/2020
We've been Oak Knoll parents for the past 17 years and cannot be happier with the educational experience the school has offered our 5 children, all of whom have graduated from the Oak Knoll Lower School. They've been creatively engaged and motivated across the board and are confidently prepared for success in this dynamic world. More importantly Oak Knoll has become a part of our family's culture, defining a moral and spiritual basis from which we've grown together. OKS offers a challenging and modern curriculum in a nurturing and creative environment.
- Posted by Parent - 5 Graduates!
55/17/2016
We chose Oak Knoll for our family of three girls... not because it was Catholic, or because it was all girls, but because it felt right from the second we walked on to campus. However, it didn't take long before we understood the value of a Catholic School education and developed an appreciation for the single sex environment. What a great place for our children to grow. As parents we take some credit for raising great kids, but we share the credit with Oak Knoll as well.
- Posted by Parent - laura
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