The Community School In Nutley Inc in Nutley, NJ offers early childhood education for grades PK–K within a Christian–affiliated, co–ed day care setting.
Founded in 1967, the school enrolls 90 students and has a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 supported by 20 faculty members.
The average class size is 16, and the student body includes 25 percent students of color.
This Nutley private preschool program provides a summer school option as part of its offerings.
The school is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1967
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
90 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
16 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
varies according to program
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Our goal is to provide a safe, nurturing and academically appropriate educational environment for young children.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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When is the application deadline for The Community School In Nutley Inc?
The application deadline for The Community School In Nutley Inc is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Nutley, NJ 07110
(973) 667-2049
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(973) 667-2049
Nutley, NJ 07110
(973) 667-2049
0.5 miles
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Nutley, NJ 07110
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Nutley, NJ 07110
(973) 667-2049
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(973) 542-0743
Nutley, NJ 07110
(973) 542-0743
0.7 miles
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(Christian)
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Nutley, NJ 07110
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(973) 667-2049
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1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 263 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
152 William St
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Nutley, NJ 07110
(973) 235-1170
Nutley, NJ 07110
(973) 235-1170
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Nutley, NJ 07110
(973) 667-2049
Nutley, NJ 07110
(973) 667-2049
0.5 miles
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(Christian)
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Nutley, NJ 07110
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Nutley, NJ 07110
(973) 667-9700
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Belleville, NJ 07109
(973) 751-4050
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Gr: NS-K | 40 students Avg. class size: 15 students
236 Hoover Ave
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
(973) 633-3820
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(973) 633-3820
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 79 students Tuition listed
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