West End Day School

255 W 71st St New York, NY 10023
www.westenddayschool.org

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-8
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $91,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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About the School

  • West End Day School is More Than a School - it is a community of students, staff, and parents who have a shared vision.
  • We create a safe haven for learning, strive to be a trusted partner for parents, and foster the development of resiliency in children to build a strong foundation for their lifelong success.
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-8
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $91,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Students By Grade
Grade 4 has most students with 11, more than any other grade at West End Day School.
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1985
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
School Motto
More Than a School

Student Body

Total Students
46 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
92%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
List of Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
15%
Admissions Director
Emma Yovanoff
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School Mascot
Owl

School Notes

  • Establish an individualized and challenging educational program that supports our bright students and their unique learning styles.
  • Cultivate our students' inner strengths by recognizing the impact emotions have on learning.
  • Provide a flexible atmosphere, where children feel comfortable meeting high expectations.
  • Promote, nurture, and engage relationships, because they are central to our well-being.
  • Ensure that families feel valued, supported, and understood.
  • BeingMore Than A Schoolmeans providing a nurturing environment that feels more like a second home. For school-aged children, school and home are the most prevalent aspects of their worlds. If life at school is a struggle, it ultimately affects life at home. We provide a place where students can build on their strengths so they can feel strong enough to take on challenges. With this in mind, we understand there are many factors that add to a child`s success at school.
  • At WEDS, the foundation of our program highlights that all behavior has meaning, and how you feel impacts how you learn. With a multidisciplinary team that includes Master Level Teachers, Counselors, Speech and Language Pathologists, and OccupationalTherapists,we truly support the whole child. Here at WEDS, we believe relationships matter and having positive relationships with adults and peers at school make all the difference when it comes to learning.
  • Collaboration is at the root of everything we do.In our building, collaboration is happening all day, every day. But it doesn`t end there.We bring together parents, faculty, and students to address any issues that come up. The lines of communication are always wide open and we wouldn`t have it any other way.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does West End Day School cost?
West End Day School's tuition is approximately $91,000 for private students.
Does West End Day School offer a summer program?
Yes, West End Day School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for West End Day School?
The application deadline for West End Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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WEDS has been a total game changer for our family. I was initially reluctant to pull my son out of his old school, but honestly, it was my best parenting decision ever. Staff here just "gets it." Teachers are nurturing and fun, yet also instill appropriate academic rigor. Every child is known and understood. My son loves the place, he feels a true sense of belonging here. So do I. Any parent of a neurodivergent child understands the value of this. I''m so grateful for this place.
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