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Young World Day School

585 Wyckoff Ave Mahwah, NJ 07430

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 78 students
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
Young World Day School Photo #1 - The Primary II students of Young World Day School have a longstanding tradition of holding a special night called "Poetry Cafe" where they share poems they have written and entertain us with other favorites!
Young World Day School Photo #2 - Young World Day School offers a Traditional Preschool Program and a Montessori Program. Here is one of our Montessori students working with the moveable alphabet to build language art skills.
Young World Day School Photo #3 - Clifford makes a visit each fall to Young World during our Parent Teacher Group (PTG) led Scholastic Book Fair week.
Young World Day School Photo #4 - Young World Day School has outstanding games and sports offerings during Physical Education and Health classes and hosts special events like a Walk-A-Thon and Field Day.
Young World Day School Photo #5 - Young World Day School has a history of enriching our students' educational experience with the fine arts. Here, students enjoy developing their artistic abilities with an art project during one of many classroom holiday/cultural events.
Young World Day School Photo #6 - At Young World, we believe participating in the 100th Day of School with an original googly eyes masterpiece is just what every Kindergartner needs to experience!
Young World Day School Photo #7 - One of the amazing things about Young World is we offer our students their needed outside playtime so they even go to recess in the snow!
Young World Day School Photo #8 - Students here are hard at work to begin the seedlings for the garden. Led by our Trail Club (outdoor classroom), our classes are able to be involved in the planting, watering, nurturing and caring for our garden...ultimately getting to harvest it!
Young World Day School Photo #9 - Young World partners with local businesses to participate in Earth Day where our students are able to learn about recycling and caring for our earth.
Young World Day School Photo #10 - Young World students experience many cultural traditions in the classroom. Here they are exploring an Indian gathering at "campfire".
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 78 students
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Motto
I am going to do something to fill someone's bucket today!

Student Body

Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 40%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
4%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is dependent on grade and preschool schedule.
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Maura Becker
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
1 sport
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School Notes

  • At Young World Day School - a not-for-profit school serving children from Bergen, Passaic, and Rockland counties - we believe an outstanding Pre-K through grade 2 private school should be dedicated to the educational advancement and personal growth of every child.
  • That's why we've created an educational environment that ties instruction and expectations to each student's abilities, rather than their chronological age.
  • At Young World Day School - a not-for-profit school serving children from Bergen, Passaic, and Rockland counties - we believe an outstanding Pre-K through grade 2 private school should be dedicated to the educational advancement and personal growth of every child. That's why we've created an educational environment that ties instruction and expectations to each student's abilities, rather than their chronological age.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Young World Day School?
The acceptance rate of Young World Day School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
What sports does Young World Day School offer?
Young World Day School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Young World Day School?
The application deadline for Young World Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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My children received an excellent education, as 6th graders they went on to other private schools, and now are attending excellent universities. I attribute their academic success to the strong foundation formed at Young World Day School.
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The average private school tuition in Bergen County, NJ is $17,613 for elementary schools and $21,748 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Bergen County, NJ is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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