Mission & Strategic Vision - Saddle River Day School Mission & Strategic Vision Work on the strategic initiatives for our school continues, but the vision remains steadfast since its founding by the Alford family in 1957. We inspire each child to achieve personal and academic excellence and to become a caring and ethical contributor to society. Everyone Counts At Saddle River Day School, all children and adults matter; their contributions are prized. LOVE OF LEARNING Saddle River Day School engenders a life long love of learning in our students with a caring and committed faculty, staff and administration. Intellectual Risk-Taking Intellectual risk-taking is encouraged and celebrated through a nurturing, intimate environment that ensures the physical and emotional security of the child. Through our mission and core values, we cultivate an education that inspires students to succeed at top colleges and prestigious careers. Non-Discrimination Statement Saddle River Day School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, disability, or national origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, financial aid or other programs and activities administered by the School.