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It’s more than where you want them to go to school. It’s where you want them to go in life.
Since its founding in 1923, The Green Vale School has been committed to crafting an exceptional educational experience. Over the past century, the school has developed a distinct approach that promotes lifelong success by instilling well-rounded knowledge, fostering confidence, nurturing emotional maturity, and cultivating a love for learning. Our philosophy centers on setting children apart and preparing them for success in life. What makes us truly unique is that our differences are also our strengths.
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It all begins with joy. Joy in learning is a fundamental ingredient for nurturing a thriving and effective educational environment where students become more engaged, motivated, and open to exploration. This positive emotion not only enriches their educational experience but also catalyzes cognitive processes, making information absorption more efficient and long-lasting. Joyful learning also fosters creativity, critical thinking, and a genuine passion for acquiring knowledge, as it transforms education from a chore into a delightful journey of discovery. Green Vale students establish a lifelong love for learning, and are encouraged to seek knowledge proactively beyond the classroom.
The formative years form the person. In these early years of growth and discovery, education takes on extraordinary significance. At Green Vale, our philosophy centers on the belief that the seeds of a lifelong love for learning are sown during these early stages. It’s during these years that children cultivate their curiosity, embrace creativity, and develop the foundational skills that will serve as the bedrock of their academic journey. Our dedicated faculty, nurturing environment, and comprehensive curriculum are all designed to provide the ideal launchpad for your child’s educational journey.
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The right approach at the right age. Early Childhood: Pre-Nursery (age 2) - Kindergarten. Even our youngest students can consider our 40-acre campus as their vibrant learning canvas. DIVISIONS Within this nurturing environment, our early learners are immersed in a rich variety of programs, including Spanish, movement, STEAM & Innovation Lab, music instruction, and more. Each experience is a gateway to exploration, fostering critical social and emotional growth, while hands-on learning leads them to discover new passions and hone invaluable skills.
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Lower School: 1st - 5th Grade. Lower School students embark on a transformative journey marked by exploration, growth, and academic excellence. Within our vibrant classrooms, we instill core values of empathy, respect, and community, as well as cultivate a culture of curiosity, where our young learners lay the groundwork to become adept readers, eloquent writers, and astute thinkers. We empower our students to embrace challenges, dream big, and become compassionate, confident, and well-rounded individuals. Upper School: 6th - 8th Grade. With the confidence and academic prowess cultivated during their Lower School journey, our upper school students not only excel academically, but their preparedness extends to the organizational skills, time management, discernment, and social awareness needed to juggle the demands of this era. Students encounter a diverse array of opportunities, including robotics/ STEAM, theater/musical productions, fine arts, leadership roles, student government, interscholastic sports, and more. Green Vale students graduate with the self-assurance and readiness to excel in high school, well-equipped for a successful future.
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A well-rounded education makes a well-rounded human being.
Character education is woven into everything.
It’s more than just academic excellence; it’s about fostering a holistic development that encompasses not only cognitive growth but also social and emotional maturity. Our comprehensive curriculum, enriched with arts, sports, and extracurricular activities, instills essential life skills, values, and a profound sense of community. It’s about empowering our students to think critically, communicate effectively, and empathize with others, ensuring they embark on their journey to high school and beyond as well-rounded, capable, and resilient global citizens.
Character education is not just a subject; it’s an integral thread that weaves through every facet of our educational tapestry. We believe that nurturing strong character is as important as academic achievement. From the classroom to the playground, Green Vale students are immersed in a values-based environment that fosters respect, empathy, integrity, and responsibility. These principles are not just taught; they are lived, practiced, and celebrated.
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Your child is known. We don’t think of this as a slogan. For us, it’s a way of life. Our commitment to small class sizes ensures that every student receives the individualized attention they deserve. Our dedicated faculty take the time to understand each child’s unique strengths, challenges, and interests alike. In our closeknit community, each student becomes a valued member, and because of this, fosters a sense of belonging and empowerment that allows them to flourish not only academically but also emotionally.
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