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Tenafly Public Schools 

Tenafly Public Schools serve 3,680 students, with four primary schools, a middle school, and a high school, which was named by New Jersey Monthly in 1996 as the best in the state. Tenafly NJ boasts a broad range of advanced placement and honors courses, including an interdepartmental humanities honors class which focuses on the historical and cultural development of Western civilization. More than 95% of graduates go on to higher education. Another noteworthy aspect of the school system is its music program, which runs from kindergarten through graduation. There is also a gifted and talented kids program called the Talent Bank, where volunteer boost classroom programs with their practical experience. The combined average SAT score for 2004-2005 was 1216. 
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Mackay Elementary School 
Maugham Elementary School 
Smith Elementary School 
Stillman Elementary School 
Tenafly Middle School 
Tenafly High School 

Tenafly Private Schools

Our Lady of Mount Carmel School 
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School was established in 1879 under the direction of Reverend Theodore McDonald, O.Carm., the third pastor. it has flourished through the years and continues to maintain a stable population with waiting lists for various grades.Academic ExcellenceO.L.M.C. meets all New Jersey State Standards. Students are introduced to new tasks through a variety of activities that guides the sequential development of skills. Religion is not only taught formally in the classrooms but permeates the entire academic program. 
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Spring School 
Educators such as Hirsch bemoan the fact that most schools today teach isolated facts: this week a unit on plants, and next week a unit on planets. There is no overall plan to teach the history of our culture, and graduates are "culturally illiterate." At the Spring School we have developed a unique curriculum, one which, while based on Montessori principles, sets us apart even from other Montessori schools. All students, from Kindergarten through 8th grade, work through a four-year integrated curriculum. 
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The Montessori House 
The Montessori House is a learning place carefully designed to help each child become an independent and self directed explorer. In this house the children will experience the satisfaction of learning to do for themselves. Utilizing special Montessori materials, they will begin their discovery of the secrets of language, reading, numbers, art, music and the wonders of the world around them. They are rewarded with the soul stirring awareness of their own progress and accomplishment. 
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Children’s Corner 
34 West Clinton Avenue 
Tenafly, New Jersey 07670 

Tel: (201) 894-0555

For information on schools in Bergen County, please visit our Area Schools page. 
For information on all schools within New Jersey, please visit our All NJ Schools page.

 

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What has attracted people most to Tenafly has been the amazing school systems, housing, superb recreational facilities, many diverse houses of worship, parks and woodlands, and quality borough services. This historic town’s Welcoming Committee is comprised of volunteers from the community. The committee personally welcomes new residents to the community and also hosts new resident events each year.

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Visit Tenafly’s Official Website 

 

Tenafly History

Tenafly was established in 1894 by Dutch settlers. The name "Tenafly" means the "land of ten lakes" in Dutch, and from there derived its name. Tenafly joined with six surrounding communities in 1872 to form Palisades Township. By 1894, Tenafly had been incorporated into an independent borough.

The railroad came in 1859 and Dutch farms were becoming the choice property. By 1899 municipal improvements had continued and a water main had been installed.

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Tenafly Parks & Recreation

Tenafly is known for its beautiful parks and recreational areas. The borough offers many parks to relax and spend the day at and activities for people of all ages to participate in. 

The Tenafly Nature Center 
The Tenafly Nature Center is located on almost 400-acres of preserved land. The area includes more than seven miles of trails, streams, and a 3-acre Pfister's Pond. The Tenafly Nature Center is mostly maintained by volunteers and is the perfect place to enjoy the surrounding nature and wildlife. 

Tenafly Recreation 
People of all ages can find the perfect recreational activity at the Tenafly Recreation Center. Tenafly Recreation also offers seasonal activities and special events. There is a youth sports program and also a six week summer camp that is available. At the Roosevelt Common, there is a skate park which is open to all skateboarders and in-line skaters.

The Jewish Community Center 
Members of the Jewish Community Center are able to take advantage of the many facilities offered including outdoor and indoor swimming pools, tennis courts, gyms, indoor track, and state-of-the-art fitness center. Also available to members is a nursery school, kindergarten, and after school program.

The Knickerbockers Country Club 
The Knickerbockers Country Club offers golf, tennis, and a swimming pool.

Tenafly Senior Center 
The Tenafly Senior Center serves as an information and referral service. There is also a shopping van that can be coordinated for use to senior citizens. The Tenafly Senior Center also offers a diverse range of classes, workshops, travel opportunities, and guest speakers.

Tenafly Youth Center 
The Tenafly Youth Center is a great place for middle school and high school students of Tenafly to spend their time after school or on the weekends. This safe, fun environment is an enjoyable place where the youth can spend their free time.

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For information on schools in Tenafly NJ, please visit our Bergen County Schools page. 

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