u/grkgrl3

We are slowly narrowing down our search and need help!

We are a family of 5 moving from Westchester to NJ. Kids are elementary school age and one has an IEP.

We don’t need NYC trains except for the bimonthly or more visits for leisure. I wont be working and my husband’s work home base is in Old Bridge.

Looking for what so many do, a wonderful community,vibrant downtown, good schools, walkable if possible, etc.

I love the idea of Montclair, but how is actually living there? We would be using public schools only-do people stay through high school?

Any feedback? Advice?

We are slowly narrowing down our search and need help!

We are a family of 5 moving from Westchester to NJ. Kids are elementary school age and one has an IEP.

We don’t need NYC trains except for the bimonthly or more visits for leisure. I wont be working and my husband’s work home base is in Old Bridge.

Looking for what so many do, a wonderful community,vibrant downtown, good schools, walkable if possible, etc.

I love the idea of Montclair, but how is actually living there? We would be using public schools only-do people stay through high school?

Any feedback? Advice?

If we are a family of 5 looking for good schools, a vibrant and bustling town and a strong sense of community and family filled neighborhoods-which town is a better fit?

Thanks! Not from NJ, so it’s hard yo discern.

My family is looking to move from Westchester closer to my husband’s job in NJ. He is primarily looking at Westfield and Summit. We are a family of 5, with three children ages 5-9.

Which town has an overall better vibe for families and opportunities for the kids and adults to make friends, etc. Im used to downtowns and city access, but obviously will adjust expectations.

If you think we should consider any other towns-let me know and why would be helpful. His home-base for work is Old Bridge.