Admission Information

Who may apply to Greater Newark Charter School? All children entering grade five through grade eight are welcome at Greater Newark Charter School.   How are students selected for admission? There are no tests or other barriers to admission to Greater Newark Charter School. Students who live in the Newark Regional School district have first priority for enrollment. If fewer students apply, applicants may be accepted from other districts (each district pays for its own students). Students enrolled in the school have priority the next year provided the appropriate grade is offered. Younger siblings of enrolled students also have priority, provided they apply to the school when first eligible.

Does the school have a waiting list?

To date, the number of students applying for each grade has exceeded the number of spaces available. Students not offered spaces are placed on the waiting list.  As spaces become available, they are filled from the waiting list. According to state regulations, the waiting list applies only to the end of the following academic year.

How do I obtain an electronic copy of an application to Greater Newark Charter School?

An electronic copy of the student application is available by clicking HERE.

How do I obtain a paper copy of an application to Greater Newark Charter School?

All interested families should contact the school office to request an application. The phone number for the office is 973-242-3543 x202