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The Lower School

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Where inspired beginnings bloom.

Oak Knoll is a school with purpose, where boys and girls in grades 1 through 6 discover joyful learning while becoming the best versions of themselves. 

At our private Catholic school in Summit, New Jersey, students develop character and a personal sense of faith through a dynamic academic program that’s rooted in the traditions of our Roman Catholic identity, rich with the transformative qualities of a true independent school experience. We educate children who are as wise as they are curious – and we welcome your child to join us.

 

 

The Magic of Oak Knoll

Discover the magic of Oak Knoll through the voices of our dedicated teachers and spirited students. Join us as they share what makes our Lower School a truly special place to learn, grow, and ignite a lifelong love of learning!

Signature Learning Experiences

Oak Knoll students live by faith, learn by doing, and lead by example in a unique academic environment focused on foundational skills and critical thinking. Students explore, investigate, and discover as they become compassionate leaders equipped with the courage to make a difference. 

 

Traditions

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Grades 1-6 Christmas Concert

At Oak Knoll, traditional subjects come alive in classrooms where children feel empowered to ask critical questions and dive deep into subject areas. Students in grades 1-6 travel to different curriculum classrooms to learn from teachers who are experts in their fields and who believe children learn best when treated with respect.

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Grade 5 Trip to MoMath Museum in NYC

Each year, our Grade 5 students embark on an exciting adventure to the Museum of Mathematics (MoMath), where they immerse themselves in interactive exhibits that spark their curiosity and deepen their understanding of mathematical concepts through hands-on learning experiences.

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Grade 4 Valentine's Day Prayer Service

Each year, our Grade 4 students take part in a heartfelt Valentine's Day prayer service, where they express their gratitude and love for their peers and the community through shared prayers, songs, and heartfelt reflections, reinforcing bonds of friendship and kindness.

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Hatching Something New

Each spring, our Lower School students participate in the delightful tradition of witnessing baby chicks hatching from their eggs, fostering a sense of wonder and connection to the natural world as they learn about life cycles and the joys of nurturing new beginnings.

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Grade 2 First Holy Communion

Our grade 2 class annually receives their First Holy Communion during a special Mass at St. Teresa of Avila Parish in Summit.

lower school students performing on stage in a musical

Spring Arts and Music Festival

Every spring, students in grades 3-6 showcase their talents by performing a vibrant musical during the Arts and Music Festival, an annual tradition that celebrates creativity, teamwork, and the joy of the performing arts within our Oak Knoll community.

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Blessing of the Animals

Celebrating compassion and community, our Grade 2 students gather annually for the Blessing of the Animals, showcasing their beloved stuffed animals.

 

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