Holmstead School

Holmstead School is a secondary school located at 14 Hope Street in Ridgewood, New Jersey, United States. The school will have an early dismissal on Thursday, March 28th and will be closed on Friday, March 29th for Good Friday. There will also be an early dismissal on April 3rd for teacher professional development, and spring break will be the week of April 15th.

Currently serving students from grades 8-12, Holmstead School caters to students with learning, psychological, social, and emotional issues that hinder their academic potential. The school offers customized curricula that integrate academic, therapeutic, recreational, and psychological components tailored to each student's individual needs, with the goal of potentially mainstreaming them back to public school. Graduating seniors often go on to trade schools, community colleges, and private/public universities.

As an Approved Private School for Students with Disabilities, Holmstead School works closely with sending districts to provide the right educational solution for students with complex needs. The school creates a supportive and accepting environment where students feel socially connected and can thrive.

In addition to academic programs, Holmstead School also organizes special events and activities for students, such as a leap day luncheon with educational activities, a state of the “stead” assembly followed by a pancake lunch, and pie fundraisers. The school also addresses important issues like school violence, bullying, and substance abuse through assemblies and educational initiatives.