My Spectrum School
Explore, Create,Collaborate, Communicate, Assess My Spectrum School for Gifted & Talented Pre-school, Kindergarten, and Grade 1 children is dedicated to educating children through our innovative academic individualized programs that identify and nurture their unique imaginations, interests, and abilities in a caring ,safe, and prepared environment.
At an early age, our programs introduce children to a world of seven domains of knowledge: language, math, music, visual art, movement, science, and social understanding.
Our accelerated in-depth differentiated curriculum and instruction promote accelerated learning and respectful collaboration with peers that foster a lifelong love of learning for future success.
Information: Contact Linda DAgostino Ed. D. Gifted & Talented Education/ Columbia University 516.883.8035 myspectrumschool.com.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked NY School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
My Spectrum School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Language Based
Student Body
Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition rates vary from $9-$11 per hr.
% on Financial Aid
5%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$50
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Linda DAgostino Ed. D.
Admissions Associate
Jennifer D'Agostino
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Visual Arts
Visual Arts
School Notes
INNOVATION IN EDUCATION WHERE LEARNING IS FUNHarvard University
Spectrum Project and Multiple Intelligences Frameworks
Spectrum Academic and Social Understanding Programs promote:
Spectrum Academic and Social Understanding Programs promote:
- Lifelong Learners
- Cognitive, Social Emotional and Physical Development
- Individual and group learning that fosters critical and creative thinking skills
- Meaningful hands-on theme based projects that implement instruction, construction, and reflection
- Small class sizes facilitated by highly educated staff
- Prepared learning enviornment as a teaching tool for exploration and discovery
- Parent and community partners
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does My Spectrum School cost?
My Spectrum School's tuition is approximately $12 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of My Spectrum School?
The acceptance rate of My Spectrum School is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
What sports does My Spectrum School offer?
My Spectrum School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Climbing, Dance and Soccer.
What is My Spectrum School's ranking?
My Spectrum School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for My Spectrum School?
The application deadline for My Spectrum School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to My Spectrum School is Vincent Smith School (2.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Chabad Academy Of Science & The Humanities (0.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Chabad Academy Of Science & The Humanities
Alternative School (Jewish)
Grades: PK-7 | 125 students 0.2 miles 80 Shore Road
Port Washington, NY 11050
(516) 767-8672
Port Washington, NY 11050
(516) 767-8672
0.2
PK-7
125
Happy Montessori School
Montessori School
Grades: PK-K | 92 students 0.4 miles 40 Pleasant Ave
Port Washington, NY 11050
(516) 883-1131
Port Washington, NY 11050
(516) 883-1131
0.4
PK-K
92
North Shore Hebrew Academy
(Jewish)
Grades: PK-8 | 691 students 2.4 miles 16 Cherry Ln
Great Neck, NY 11024
(516) 487-8687
Great Neck, NY 11024
(516) 487-8687
2.4
PK-8
691
Grades: 1-12 | 52 students 2.4 miles 322 Port Washington Blvd
Port Washington, NY 11050
(516) 365-4900
Port Washington, NY 11050
(516) 365-4900
2.4
1-12
52
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