The Dogwood School in Chester, NJ, is a nonsectarian early childhood program serving 93 preschool students in a suburban community.
Founded in 1967, the school offers full鈥揹ay preschool programs with summer school options available.
The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 93:1 with one teacher serving the entire enrollment.
The Dogwood School is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children and operates independently without religious affiliation.
Located in a suburban area near schools like Westmont Montessori, The Dogwood School provides accessible preschool education within the Chester community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1967
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
93 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Dogwood School often compared to?
The Dogwood School is often viewed alongside schools like Suburban Hills School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for The Dogwood School?
The application deadline for The Dogwood School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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People that viewed The Dogwood School also viewed these schools: Westmont Montessori School.
The nearest high school to The Dogwood School is American Christian School (3.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is The Cottage School (2.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Westmont Montessori School (2.2 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
577 State Route 24
Mendham, NJ 07945
(908) 879-6355
Mendham, NJ 07945
(908) 879-6355
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 137 students Avg. class size: 16 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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