The Harborside expansion,
expected to open September 2025, will
provide students with enhanced facilities and offer greater
accessibility and opportunities for collaboration and growth.
JERSEY
CITY, N.J. , July 23,
2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Waldo International
School, a leader in personalized education and innovation,
announced today the signing of a new lease for a prime location at
Harborside in Jersey City. This expansion, representing an
investment of over $27 million, marks
the largest known private school expansion in New Jersey's history, underscoring Waldo
International School's commitment to exceptional educational
opportunities.
We are thrilled to announce our new
location at Harborside, which
represents our commitment to providing a world-class educational
environment for our students.
The new lease agreement spans 15 years with an option to renew
for an additional 15 years, ensuring a long-term presence at
Harborside. The total cost,
including construction and fit-out, is estimated to exceed
$27 million and solidifies the
expansion as a monumental development in the state's private
education sector.
"601W Companies has been actively engaged in developing the
finest set of amenities at Harborside Financial Center on the
Jersey City waterfront," said
Mark Karasick, Managing Member, 601W
Companies. "As a result, 601W has been very successful in
attracting a number of new tenants to Harborside, the latest of which is the Waldo
International School, a Jersey City International Baccalaureate
Private School."
The school's additional site, situated at Harborside 210 Hudson Street, Jersey City, NJ 07311, will have a large, open
play space, while the entire interior will be completely remodeled
for an expected opening date in September
2025.
Daniela Elena Sarbu, Founder and
Managing Director of Waldo International School, expressed her
enthusiasm for the expansion: "We are thrilled to announce our new
location at Harborside, which
represents our commitment to providing a world-class educational
environment for our students. The new facilities will enhance our
ability to deliver personalized and innovative education and ensure
that our students continue to thrive and succeed."
The Harborside location will
offer state-of-the-art facilities, including modern classrooms,
advanced science and technology labs, and expansive arts and sports
areas. This move aligns with Waldo International School's mission
to foster a holistic educational experience that nurtures both
academic and personal growth.
Waldo International School has been a leader in education since
its founding in 2011. Known for its small class sizes, critical
research skills, and dedication to the International Baccalaureate
programs, the school prepares students for success in the 21st
century. The expansion to Harborside will allow the school to serve a
larger community and continue its legacy of excellence in
education.
For more information about Waldo International School and its
programs, visit http://www.WaldoSchool.com or follow the school on
Instagram @thewaldoschool and LinkedIn at World of ABC, The Waldo
School.
About Waldo International School
Waldo International School, founded in 2011 and operating as World
of ABC, LLC, is a beacon of personalized learning and innovation in
Jersey City. With a commitment to
individualized education, the school offers a range of programs for
preschool to 8th grade, integrating a rich curriculum with
extracurricular activities in arts, sciences, and sports. Waldo
School is known for its small class sizes, critical research skills
teaching, and its dedication to the International Baccalaureate
programs, preparing students for success in the 21st century.
Media Contact
Brooke Greenwald, Cornerstone
Communications, LTD, 240-370-7036, brooke@cornerstonepr.net,
https://waldoschool.com
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