Mission Statement
The Wardlaw-Hartridge School prepares students to lead and succeed in a world of global interconnection. We provide an educational atmosphere characterized by academic challenge, support for individual excellence, diversity, and a familial sense of community.
The core values of the Wardlaw-Hartridge school community are:
Integrity – our bedrock value, sine qua non
Opportunity – Wardlaw-Hartridge develops academic and intellectual excellence in its students through programs that stretch their creative imaginations, develop their athletic and artistic skills, engage their sense of discovery, and develop a social conscience. In the process, students take on leadership roles and learn how to work effectively in teams.
Support – Every member of the Wardlaw-Hartridge faculty believes in a personal approach to educating and developing the whole child. Wardlaw-Hartridge educators take the time, care, and interest in each student to call forth his or her best work.
Diversity – The diversity of thought, background, and culture at Wardlaw-Hartridge distinguishes us among independent schools, strengthens the global orientation of our curriculum, and enriches the daily experience of every member of the school community, inside and outside the classroom.
Community – When faculty members, students, parents, or graduates walk through the doors of Wardlaw-Hartridge, they have entered a home. Our community is distinguished by an ethos of care and mutual respect, and a strong partnership with families.
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
We have a 129 years of excellence in education; The Wardlaw-Hartridge School was established in 1882.
What is your primary product or service?
Elementry and secondary education.
Founded: 1882
Head of School: Andrew Webster
Admission: Charlotte N.L. Davis, Director of Admission and Financial Aid
Gerard Gonnella, Associate Director of Middle and Upper School Admission
Grades: Pre-Kindergarten-Grade 12, independent, coeducational, college-preparatory day school.
Enrollment: 432 students
Financial Aid: For the 2005-2006 school year, 137 students received aid based on need.
Faculty: 60
Accreditation: Accredited by the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools (NJAIS).
Student/Faculty Ratio: 7:1
Average Class Size: 14
College Acceptances: Typical graduating class of 45 to 50 with 100% college placement.
Library: Over 26,500 print volumes, more than 350 audio-visual materials, more than 45 periodical titles, and over 10 online subscriptions.
Operating Budget: $8,200,000
Campus: 36-acre campus (including 2 gymnasiums, an indoor swimming pool and many athletic playing fields)
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
As Wardlaw-Hartridge has reshaped itself over the years, the school has been proud to become an increasingly inclusive community, enrolling students of all creeds, colors, and economic backgrounds. In fact, it has become a national leader among independent schools in terms of diversity, reflecting the diversity of the area.
While there have been important changes in the school's name, location and configuration over the years, Wardlaw-Hartridge has continued the tradition from its earliest days of preparing its students for success in college and leadership in life through personal attention to the growth of each student.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We are the only independent school in Edison Township.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Directions from Garden State Parkway:
Exit 131 to Route 27. Take Route 27 south to the Wood Avenue traffic light (bottom of hill). Make right onto Wood Avenue. Go to the third traffic light (c. 2 miles) and make a left turn onto Inman Avenue. Continue on Inman Avenue for 2.5 miles to our school. There will be a green Wardlaw-Hartridge sign on the left side of the road.
Directions from Route 22:
Coming from the east, turn right onto Terrill Road Exit jug handle (across from Sears). You will cross Route 22 onto Terrill Road. Coming from the west, turn right onto Terrill Road (Sears is on right). At fifth light, turn right onto West Seventh Street. At second light turn left onto Woodland Avenue. At second light (golf course) turn left onto Maple Avenue. At fork, bear right onto Inman Avenue and Wardlaw-Hartridge is 1/4 mile on right. There will be a green Wardlaw-Hartridge sign on the right side of the road.
Directions from Route 78:
Take Exit 40. Coming from the east, turn left onto Hillcrest Road. Coming from the west, bear right onto Hillcrest Avenue. Go to end. Turn right into Watchung Circle (go 3/4 way around circle) and turn onto Somerset Street. Take Somerset Street (almost to Route 22) and turn left at "The Plainfields" sign. Go over overpass and turn left onto Somerset Street (which becomes Park Avenue). Continue on Park Avenue past hospital and Dunkin Donuts (on left) to first light and turn left onto Maple Avenue. At fork, bear right onto Inman Avenue and Wardlaw-Hartridge is 1/4 mile on right. There will be a green Wardlaw-Hartridge sign on the right side of the road.
What are your hours of operation?
During the school year (September - June) 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Summer hours are: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm Monday - Friday
Eun Young Shim on 9/23/2011 11:39:14 AM
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