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Since 1913, Town has been committed to an educational philosophy that balances high academic expectations with nurturing support.
We know that children learn best in a school where everything ' from the teaching to the educational programs to the way the classroom spaces are designed ' is geared to giving children what they need when they need it.
The Town School is committed to elementary coeducation, cultivating the joy of learning in a rigorous and nurturing environment.
The program balances the traditional and innovative, providing each child the opportunity to develop intellectual curiosity, attain academic excellence and grow in self-reliance.
The faculty and parents share a commitment to recognizing and developing each child's uniqueness, moral responsibility and social awareness.
The Town School is a coeducational, nursery through eighth grade school.
Town sets high academic and ethical standards; at the same time, we cultivate a love of learning, believing that the process of learning is as important as the result.
By providing a nurturing and supportive environment, we encourage children to take risks and discover their individual gifts.
In this unique setting, children exercise responsibility and assume leadership roles.
We teach children to think creatively, read critically and reason logically.
We stress the value of both individual learning and collaboration involving other students, teachers and parents.
The broad academic program, which integrates the arts and physical education, is designed to enable all students to experience success, increase self-confidence and develop individuality.
Since 1913, Town has been committed to an educational
philosophy that balances high academic expectations with nurturing
support. We know that children learn best in a school where
everything ' from the teaching to the educational programs to the
way the classroom spaces are designed ' is geared to giving
children what they need when they need it. The Town School is
committed to elementary coeducation, cultivating the joy of
learning in a rigorous and nurturing environment. The program
balances the traditional and innovative, providing each child the
opportunity to develop intellectual curiosity, attain academic
excellence and grow in self-reliance. The faculty and parents share
a commitment to recognizing and developing each child's uniqueness,
moral responsibility and social awareness. The Town School is a
coeducational, nursery through eighth grade school. Town sets high
academic and ethical standards; at the same time, we cultivate a
love of learning, believing that the process of learning is as
important as the result. By providing a nurturing and supportive
environment, we encourage children to take risks and discover their
individual gifts. In this unique setting, children exercise
responsibility and assume leadership roles. We teach children to
think creatively, read critically and reason logically. We stress
the value of both individual learning and collaboration involving
other students, teachers and parents. The broad academic program,
which integrates the arts and physical education, is designed to
enable all students to experience success, increase self-confidence
and develop individuality.
When is the application deadline for The Town School?
The application deadline for The Town School is Nov. 30 / rolling (applications are due on Nov. 30 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
Grades: PK-5 | 225 students0.3 miles 416 E 80th St New York, NY 10075 (212) 879-2296
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(2 reviews)
51/27/2020
I have worked at Town for over a decade, and I have to say it's true to what's advertised - an intentionally small, joyful place for serious learning and for growing up as a well-rounded, confident young person. The kids are a kind of amazing - articulate about what they know and who they are and engaged in their world in ways I was definitely NOT as an elementary or middle school student. :) The teachers are brilliant people who love their field and seem to know how to get the best out of the kids at every age. From my perspective, our parent community is fairly "mellow" and very invested in our community - staying really plugged in about what's going on at school as well as volunteering with the PA when they are able. It's a great place to work, and it's wonderful to get to watch these kids grow up into kind, thoughtful, smart young people — and to get to know their wonderful families along the way.
- Posted by Administrator - Office Team Member
58/26/2019
Going to town was easily some of the best years of my academic life. The Teachers were amazing and the student body was filled with great people with strong character.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - nycchef
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