St. Joseph School

Many years ago, our oldest child was beginning kindergarten. We made the decision to send our child to a Catholic school and began our search for the one that suited us. Based upon recommendations as well as our own observations, we decided on St. Joseph School in Mendham, New Jersey. Our children have received far more than we ever anticipated from St. Joseph School. Each morning, we drop our children off at school knowing that they are safe and protected. The values that we teach at home are reinforced at school by the principal, staff, and teachers. They are taught the value in giving of oneself to others. This lesson is then put to use with the students participating in many programs that give back to the community and those who are less fortunate. The curriculum is challenging and prepares the students for high school. After taking various tests, our oldest child was offered the honor classes in high school. Our children have also enjoyed the many programs offered at St. Joseph, such as team sports, robotics, World of Free Enterprise, forensics, debate, solar sprints, student council, honor society, school plays, etc. The principal, staff, and teachers work tirelessly to make each child the best he/she can be. It is an extremely dedicated group of individuals who are caring and supportive of the children. In all the years we have been at St. Joseph School, we have never questioned our decision to send them to this school. We are so grateful for all that the school has done for our children. more

My husband & I have been very pleased with the education our two children have received at St. Joseph's over the past seven years. The challenging curriculum is merged with a strong faith-based foundation throughout each grade. The dedicated faculty & staff provide a welcoming & encouraging environment. Our graduates are well trained, not only with strong academics, but also in public speaking, writing skills, & service to others. Extracurricular activities include sports programs, forensics, Model UN, school plays, robotics, chess club, debate tem, just to name a few. The students participate in a variety of community & service based events such as feeding the needy, visiting area nursing homes & supporting our troops overseas. We've been very satisified with St. Joseph School & what our children have accomplished there. more

Our family has had an exceptional experience at St. Joseph School, Mendham. Both of our children have been educated there from Kindergarten, and have each received a rigorous and challenging academic curriculum in an enriching, Catholic environment. Both kids consistently score in the top 1% - 5% on standardized tests, and have been invited to participate in the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth each year they've been eligible, along with nearly 60 of their school-mates ... an impressive number for a relatively small school. St Joe's students regularly WAY out-perform their peers in both suburban schools and catholic schools on standardized tests, another testament to the quality and rigor of the academic program. In 2010, Math and Language Arts median percentile scores led peer schools by on average 10 - 15%. Science scores in Grades 3 through 6 were at or above 90%. Teachers stress the fundamentals of solid learning, and it shows. Discipline is present but not over-reaching. It's refreshing to enter a school and see the students hard at work, smiling, and learning respect for their teachers and their peers. Right and wrong are concepts which are not taboo: they are principles not only taught, but modeled by the teachers and staff. It is really as much a place for good learning as it is for good character development. Our eldest child has found his transition to Delbarton to be seamless. He was well-prepared for the rigors of a competitive college preparatory high school, thanks to the education and study habits he got at St. Joseph School. Our younger child still attends St. Joe's and takes advantage of many of the numerous extracurricular activities offered, including a fabulous competitive basketball program, Robotics, Solar Sprints and regular opportunities to do concrete, community outreach to those less fortunate. The school stresses ""living your faith,"" another reason it is such a unique and nurturing place for children to develop strong character. There are also numerous opportunities to join Gifted and Talented Programs, such as Jr. Model UN, World of Free Enterprise, Forensics, National Junior Honor Society, and math, spelling and geography bees. St. Joseph students consistently are awarded top prizes in these activities each year. We feel truly lucky to have found such a fine Catholic School for our children, and recommend St. Joseph School without reservation. more

If you have a bright child, this is not the school for him or her to receive a quality education. Very easy curriculum. There is a pile of homework every night, but it isn more