Founded in 1854, Saint Ignatius Loyola School caters to the spiritual, intellectual, social and emotional needs of children from New York and New Jersey. The Catholic school provides educational opportunities for more than 510 students in kindergarten through grade eight. In addition, its curriculum includes fine arts, computer technology, and religion and physical education. Saint Ignatius Loyola School offers counseling services and organizes fundraising events. The school operates a bell choir, chorus, and drama and newspaper clubs. It administers an after-school program. Saint Ignatius Loyola School provides opportunities for students to participate in field trips and basketball competitions. The school conducts parent-teacher conferences. It is a part of The Church of St. Ignatius Loyola.