Welcome!
Dear Parents,
!ברוכים הבאים לשכטר ברגן - Welcome to Schechter Bergen!
We are delighted that you are considering Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen County for your family.
As you explore Schechter Bergen, you’ll discover how we nurture curious, engaged, and independent learners, empowering each student to realize their full potential. You will find a warm, inclusive kehillah rooted in Jewish values, lifelong learning, and a deep sense of purpose.
A Schechter Bergen education helps students build the skills they need to thrive - cultivating a love of learning, the ability to collaborate meaningfully with others, innovative thinking, and the confidence to express their ideas authentically. These are not simply academic goals - they are values that shape who we are and who our students become.
Choosing the right school for your child is an exciting and meaningful decision. Our admissions team is here to support you every step of the way. To begin the conversation, please feel free to reach out by phone or email, or submit an inquiry form.
I look forward to welcoming you and getting to know your family.
Warmly,
Charlotte Carter
Director of Admissions
201-262-9898 x203
ccarter@ssdsbergen.org
Our Campus
Nestled on a beautifully landscaped 5.5-acre campus in New Milford, NJ, - just nine miles from the George Washington Bridge, Schechter Bergen features a Reggio Emilia–inspired Early Childhood playground, the Popkin Innovation Lab, an Organic Teaching Garden, and the Cushmaro Field of Dreams. Our central location attracts families from more than 50 communities across New York City and Bergen, Hudson, and Rockland Counties.
Schechter Bergen is proudly accredited by the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools (NJAIS).
Thank you for your interest in Schechter Bergen!
Submit Your Application
Ready to apply? We are excited to welcome you to our Schechter Bergen online application! All Applications are completed online through our Schechter Parent Portal. To begin this process you will need to complete our pre-application form. Once you submit the pre-application, you will receive an email with your username and instructions on how to create a password. This email will also have a link to continue filling out the application.
The Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen County admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Solomon Schechter does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of our educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.