The school community of St. Peter Academy affirms that Jesus Christ and His message of salvation are central to the life and vitality of the Academy. We believe that our primary function is to follow the invitation of Christ to live His Word, worship as a faith community, and serve the needs of others. We provide an education which not only offers quality academic programs, but also instruction in the belief and traditions of our Catholic faith.

We encourage our students to integrate the values presented in the Good News in all aspects of their lives. Through the teaching of Catholic Doctrine and beliefs, combined with the teachers’ modeling and constant reinforcement of Christian behavior, students develop a well-formed conscience. The Academy is called to serve as a microcosm of the world outside where the values and morals learned are carried with the student to meet the demands of a complex, ever-changing world.

St. Peter Academy is a celebrated co-sponsored Catholic elementary school offering an excellent education through Christ. At St. Peter Academy, students learn hands on in our computer center, science lab, and Smartboard equipped classrooms, using technology as a valuable learning tool as part of our quality academic programming. Since 1952, a diverse body of students from across Bergen County and Northern New Jersey travel to River Edge, New Jersey where state-certified teachers provide a comprehensive education, care, and attention to every pupil in a loving and family-oriented community.

• Jesus Christ and His message of salvation is central to the life and vitality of the Academy.
• Our primary function is to follow the invitation of Christ to live His work, worship as a faith community and serve the needs of others.
• Administration, teacher, and parent relationships foster a partnership in learning.
• Students should be encouraged to be creative and enthusiastic in their learning experiences.
• Students should be encouraged to reach their fullest potential.
• Varied teaching strategies stimulate independent thought, critical thinking skills and decision-making situations.
• It is the responsibility of educators, not only to share knowledge, but also to develop spiritual, intellectual, physical, social and personal attributes.
• A balanced educational program whereby we adapt to meet the multiple needs of our students while developing all facets of the learning process is a necessity.