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Founded in 1872, The Dwight School is a PreK-12 private international school located on Manhattan’s Upper West Side in New York City. In 1996, Dwight became the first school in North America to provide the full International Baccalaureate (IB) program from kindergarten through grade 12. Dwight is subdivided into five separate academic houses: Timothy House (K-5), Bentley House (6-8), Franklin House (9-10), and Anglo House (11-12), and the Early Years Program at Woodside Preschool (ages 2-4).

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Our Mission:

Photo of International IB School in New York City The Dwight School vibrates with adventure, wonder, energy and the mysteries of our world. Our task is to orchestrate a mosaic of talented individuals who will ignite the “unique spark of genius” within each student, teachers who can change how a student thinks about himself and the world.

Our mantras are to dare to dream, to have the courage to take intellectual risks, and to build leaders through action.

Student Profile:
Parents often ask what Dwight looks for in an applicant. The answer is: an open-minded young person with a sincere desire to learn, and a spark of interest that can be fanned to illuminate the student’s full array of talents.

Through the International Baccalaureate Program, Dwight’s goal is to educate internationally-minded individuals who will be caring, principled leaders. Dwight students and faculty strive to live that credo daily.

Dwight Community:
The Dwight School is like a great orchestra co-ordinating harmony among children from nearly 40 countries. What makes Dwight special is an ability to harvest the rich resources of parents, alumni, teachers, and community to nourish a meaningful educational adventure for each student.

Education Programs for Children in Kindergarten through Grade 12:

- Preschool / Early Years program
- Elementary School program
- Middle School program
- International Baccalaureate (IB) program
- Senior School program

Core subjects include:
- English, history, science, math, foreign languages, physical education, technology, and the arts

Additionally:
- College Preparation Courses SAT, TOEFL
- English as a Second Language Program
- Foreign Exchange program

Activities:

The Dwight School supports the philosophy that student activities are an integral part of a well-rounded IB education. Popular clubs include tennis, basketball, fencing, judo, sailing, swimming, squash, and ice skating.

Community Service:
Students in grades 6-12 are encouraged to engage in meaningful community service, participate in physical activities, and explore their creativity as an important component of their IB education and personal development.

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Address: 291 Central Park West, New York City, New York , USA

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Academy of St. Joseph

Courses / Programs

The Academy of St. Joseph is a private, co-ed, humanities-based school located in the heart of Greenwich Village, Manhattan. Featuring small class sizes and a rigorous, dynamic curriculum, we are dedicated to creating a new generation of leaders by fostering character, competence, and compassion in every student.

The Academy, which is under the direction of long-time educator and head of school, Angela Coombs, has limited openings in Pre-K 3, Pre-K 4, Kindergarten, First Grade, Second Grade and Third Grade classes for the 2010-11 school year. Founded in 2007, the school will add additional grades each year up to 8th Grade.

In addition to the core curriculum of math, literacy, science and social studies, the Academy offers religion, a formal art history / art studio program, music, French, Italian, innovative physical education, public speaking and library. Healthy lunches are also included everyday. Learn why families call AOSJ the best-kept secret in Manhattan.

- Pre-Kindergarten Program

- Kindergarten Program

- Elementary School Program: First Grade, Second Grade and Third Grade classes

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* Additionally: Religion, a formal art history / art studio program, music, French, Italian, innovative physical education, public speaking and library

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Sunny Skies Preschool

Courses / Programs

With school locations throughout Brooklyn and Manhattan, Sunny Skies Preschool offers a nurturing, carefully-structured educational environment for young children. Our aim is to provide the families we serve with a program that fulfills the educational, emotional and social needs of their children in a fun, loving and safe environment. Our children thrive in the curriculum especially designed by Sunny Skies Preschool.

At Sunny Skies Preschool we use an exclusive curriculum created by our founder Margarycel Nuñez, which brings awareness of self, society and the world to the child. Our unique A.V.L.E. (Advancement Via Life Experience) program gives students the opportunity to experience things that happen every day and making those events learning experiences.

We have set high standards for our children, however, we know that there are many different types of learners and that each child needs to follow their own rhythm; we encourage them to be the very best children they could possibly be, no matter their abilities.

Preschool Program with Exclusive "Advancement Via Life Experience" Curriculum:

- “Me and the world” approach, which teaches that everyone is valuable and that we can all make a differences in our world.

- Reading, writing, math, comprehensive skills and social awareness also makes A.V.L.E. academically-advanced

Extra-curricular Activity Classes:
- Exercise Class
- Dance Class
- Art Appreciation
- Language Class (Spanish)
- Writing and Reading Workshop
- Music Class

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Prima Tutoring, NYC

Courses / Programs

Based in Howard Beach in Queens, Prima Tutoring offers professional and prompt tutoring and test preparation services throughout NYC in Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn, The Bronx, Staten Island, and Long Island. Our tutoring and test preparation is available for all subjects and grade levels, from elementary school to college. We strive to ensure the individual academic and personal success of our students in a positive environment of mutual trust.

Our tutors work with students to attain their goals, gain self-confidence, and acquire solid study techniques to ensure academic success. Improve academic skills in the privacy of your own home with one-on-one professional tutoring. We offer reasonable rates.

Our expert tutors come to you at your convenience. They can travel to your home or business to work with the student. This is very beneficial for working families who are limited in time; you don’t have to drive anywhere since our tutors come to you. We require that a parent or guardian over the age of 21 be at home for the entire tutoring session. For students over the age of 16, we also offer tutoring at your local library or coffee house. Online tutoring is also available to students.

Professional tutoring & test preparation for all subjects and grade levels, from elementary school to college:

- Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies, ESL, Foreign Languages, Algebra, Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Biology, Earth Science and more...

- Regents, AP, SAT, ACT Test Preparation and more...

- One-on-one professional tutoring in the comfort of your own home.

- Bundle and group packages are available.

- We also offer online tutoring.

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ABC Languages, Manhattan - Classes in NYC & Online via Zoom / Skype

Courses / Programs

• Are you searching for quality Spanish language classes in NYC for your child or teenager?

• A leading provider of foreign language instruction, ABC Languages NYC provides private Spanish tutoring for kids (ages 4+), teens and adults.

• Our popular language school is conveniently situated at 146 West 29th Street in Chelsea, Manhattan West Side (between 6th and 7th Avenues, near Penn Station, NoMad, Koreatown, Flatiron and Midtown).

• Our qualified and experienced teachers will help your child to improve their Spanish language skills in a fun and effective way.

• Whether you want a weekly after-school Spanish program, an at-home Spanish language play group or more intensive Spanish classes as part of your curriculum, we can help to design a program that suits you.

• Private Spanish lessons mean your child gets the exclusive attention of the teacher and can learn faster. You can choose the days and times of the lessons which can be held at our school or your home (or other location of your choice).

Spanish Language Lessons for Juniors:

• Private Spanish lessons / one-to-one tutoring for kids & teenagers

• After-school Spanish programs for elementary, middle & high school students

• High school study assistance

• We also work with schools who wish to offer a Spanish language program as part of their curriculum.

• Additional foreign language classes include French, Italian, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, German, Russian, Polish, Greek, Arabic, Farsi.

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Smarter Toddler, Manhattan

Courses / Programs

With two convenient locations in Manhattan NYC, Smarter Toddler is a leading nursery school / preschool that provides arts-based preschool programs designed for babies, toddlers and young children ages 3 months to 5 years. Situated on the Upper West Side and at Midtown West near Times Square, we offer a warm, community-oriented learning environment where we encourage curiosity, promote kindness and respect, and exercise imagination and creativity.

Smarter Toddler was founded by parents of gifted children who wanted a progressive preschool with an advanced arts-based curriculum their own children could benefit from. Music, movement, literacy and visual arts are an active part of each child's day. We provide remarkable teachers, a relaxed admissions process, and a loving, home-like atmosphere. We place a high value on diversity, and on accommodating children with needs requiring extra attention.

Our mission is to continue to create an enhanced, quality early education program that emphasizes the arts, cultural experiences, and the unique individuality of each child. Teachers provide interesting and motivating lessons to engage the children and captivate their interest.

Parent Testimonial:
"We fell in love with Smarter Toddler the minute we walked in the door. Everything from the decor to the staff is welcoming, friendly and fun. Our son's teachers, and the other teachers he interacts with, have become like family to us. He looks forward to going to "school" every day."
- Jen Falek

Early Childhood Programs (Ages 0-5)

- Infant Program (3 - 12 months)
- Toddler 1 Program (13 - 20 months)
- Toddler 2 Program (21 months - 2.5 years)
- Young Preschool Program (2.5 - 3.5 years)
- Preschool Program (3.5 - 5 years)
- Arts Program (includes music, visual arts and yoga)

Our curriculum offers Reading, Art, Spanish, Computers, Science, Yoga, Sign Language, Music and Movement.

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Little Atelier of Young Children

Courses / Programs

Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education, Little Atelier of Young Children is a childcare center for young artists (ages 2-5).

Little Atelier is situated in Bayside, Queens - the easternmost Borough of NYC. Choose from Half Day programs up to 5 Days. Our curriculum explores a range of common areas such as language, math, art, science, history through deep and sustained inquiry.

We do our best to provide motivating, inspiring and nurturing learning environment to the children and their families in Bayside community.

Reggio Emilia-inspired Artistic Childcare Programs:
- Little Matisse: 2 years old
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- Little Monet: ages 4 & 5

Schedule Options:
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