There are currently  455 students enrolled in Pre- Nursery to 8th Grade.

While each grade differs, on average there are 12-15 students per classroom (or section) and 3 sections per grade. 

Our graduates leave Green Vale poised for success wherever they go. Each year, our students enroll in local private, parochial, and public schools, as well as many of the top boarding schools in the country. During school, 8th Graders receive SSAT test preparation as well as public speaking and interview skills building.

Head of School Jesse Dougherty works directly with each family to understand their goals and identify schools best suited to each student's strengths and interests. Close and trusting relationships with admissions counterparts at the various high schools help position each application for success. Teachers and other administrators play a critical role in the written recommendations and provide support from start to finish. Last year 96% of our graduates were accepted to their first choice schools.

Recent high school destinations for GVS students

Sort of. The GVS Dress Code is designed to provide a degree of uniformity and consistency in student dress while still offering some choice. This dress code ensures that clothing does not become a focus or distraction during the school day. 

Bus transportation is provided by the student's public school district, at no extra charge, if the residence is within 15 miles. Parents may elect to have their children take the bus or may prefer to drop off/pick up by car, or a combination of both.

To obtain bus transportation, parents must file a request with their local district by April 1 of the preceding school year or within 30 days of moving to the district. 

Yes. Chef Jason Protter and his team prepare a variety of nutritious lunch selections from scratch for students in PK through 8th Grade, as well as all faculty and staff. Lunch is served family style with a designated teacher at each table where students are expected to exercise good table manners.  

In addition to the daily hot meal served at each table, students may make selections from the sandwich bar, soup station, salad bar or fresh fruit and yogurt. Health-conscious snacks are provided daily.

Green Vale is a nut-free campus and our food service staff are keenly aware of all students with food allergies in order to make all necessary accommodations. 

Green Vale is pleased to offer a variety of high-quality instructional, artistic, athletic, and recreational activities on campus immediately following the regular school day. Offerings vary each season. Some of the most popular include robotics, rocketry, marine science, running, chess, and supplemental chorus.

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The Extended Day room is open until 5:00 PM Monday-Thursday, and until 4:30 PM on Fridays. Fees are charged per day and reflect chosen pick-up time.

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Students may only use electronic devices (smart/cell phones, smart watches or other wearable technology) outside of school hours detailed on this page.

Electronic devices must remain stowed in a backpack or locker from arrival to departure unless an exception is initiated by a teacher for instructional purposes. 

If a student is seen using or carrying an electronic device during the school day, the device may be temporarily confiscated.