Riverside Church Week Day School

The Riverside Church Weekday School is a progressive, play-based, independent early childhood school serving families with children ages two through five. Ours is a diverse community that fosters sharing, understanding, and respect while focusing on the social, emotional and physical development of each child and where each child's unique gifts are celebrated.
We are dedicated to teaching children to become confident learners, passionate explorers, and discerning risk-takers.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 79 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,430
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / Feb. 28 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1930
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
79 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Riverside Church Week Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
40:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
14 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 1 / Feb. 28 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition depends of age, program and length of day.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Please call or email to request price information.
% on Financial Aid
40%
Admissions Director
Carla Buranelli-Secor

School Notes

  • In our efforts to meet our educational and community goals, The Weekday School curriculum draws upon a blend of progressive and traditional approaches to encourage children to use all their senses and skills to develop socially and emotionally. Our teachers offer compelling learning opportunities and work collaboratively to create a loving community of learners.Additionally, The Weekday School is committed to the physical development of our children and their exploration of imagination and mastery through physical well-being. To fulfill this ambition, the Weekday School employs three expansive outdoor and three spacious indoor play areas;the rooftop playground is equipped with bicycles and tricycles for riding, a large dome climber and hollow blocks for buildinga first floor playground features a large play structure and giant cubesa garden courtyard includes a large play structure and planters where each class tends a gardenThe rainy-day room on the 6thfloor is equipped with a large play structure and has scooters and carts for ridingThe Gymnasium located on the A level below the church is a full-size gym where equipped with mats for tumbling, jump ropes, balls and a running trackThe Solarium on the 8thfloor is used for building tunnels and building with blocksOur commitment to diversity extends across faiths and traditions. We provide our children a culturally rich experience as they learn about both religious and secular holidays and traditions through songs and story-telling. These are part of the daily class activities and are also shared at communal gatherings we call Weekday Sings throughout the year and at our winter and end of year celebrations. Parents and family members are invited to join at these communal events.Our children are taught by a talented and dedicated staff of childhood education specialists whose work is supported and furthered by an active Parent's Association. All of our Lead teachers hold Masters Degrees in Early Childhood Education. All of our Assistant teachers hold Bachelors Degrees in education. Our teaching teams consist of either two Co-Lead teachers or a Lead and Assistant teacher. Families and friends are welcomed into the classrooms to share traditions, experiences, and talents. Through participation in the Parents' Association, families provide leadership and assistance with school social and fundraising events.The school resides on sixth and seventh floors of the MLK Wing of the Riverside Church. These floors were specifically designed as early childhood learning environments and feature bright, spacious classrooms with large, arching windows overlooking the Hudson River and the upper West Side. The sun-filled art studio looks out onto the river and inspires the beautiful expression of our young artists.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Riverside Church Week Day School cost?
Riverside Church Week Day School's tuition is approximately $10,430 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Riverside Church Week Day School?
The application deadline for Riverside Church Week Day School is Dec. 1 / Feb. 28 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 / Feb. 28 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 79 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,430
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / Feb. 28 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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