Dwight School
<p dir="ltr">Discover the Dwight difference! Founded in 1872, Dwight School is an internationally renowned independent school dedicated to igniting the spark of genius in every child. We personalize the educational journey for each student, from preschool-grade 12, based on their interests, talents, and passions. Learn about our guiding spark of genius educational philosophy, academically challenging International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, outstanding athletics and arts programs, and more at an Open House (see schedule and register here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dwight.edu/newyork/admissions/visit-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.dwight.edu/newyork/admissions/visit-us&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1730936512977000&amp;usg=AOvVaw10skpovwTWWJnoXQ5Zm3zo">https://www.dwight.edu/<wbr />newyork/admissions/visit-us</a>).</p>
<p dir="ltr">The IB is the gold standard in pre-university preparation worldwide, and we&rsquo;re proud to be the first school in the Americas to offer the comprehensive IB curriculum, encouraging students to think critically, take risks, and become compassionate global leaders who can make our world a better place. Students in New York enjoy connecting and collaborating with their peers at Dwight Schools across our global network. With campuses in London, Seoul, Shanghai, Dubai, Hanoi, and online, we offer an exciting range of opportunities not found elsewhere. We invite your family to join us by applying here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dwight.edu/newyork/admissions/apply-now" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.dwight.edu/newyork/admissions/apply-now&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1730936512977000&amp;usg=AOvVaw067PDlwwaGcSyhEpo07Ij1">https://www.dwight.edu/<wbr />newyork/admissions/apply-now</a>.</p>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Igniting Sparks in Preschool</strong></p>
<p dir="ltr">Our student-centered approach encourages children to discover the world around them while learning to connect with others and develop a strong sense of self. We help students begin to unlock their unique talents and interests and allow their natural abilities to flourish.</p>
<p dir="ltr">We&rsquo;re proud to offer one of the most respected curriculums in the world, the inquiry-based Primary Years Program (PYP) of the IB, to children ages three through five. The engaging preschool curriculum encourages students to ask questions and actively participate in their learning.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Our highly qualified teachers in our 2s, 3s, 4s, and Pre-K programs apply best practices in early childhood education, allowing students to become enthusiastic, caring, compassionate, internationally-minded learners and problem-solvers.&nbsp;</p>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Small Wonder Childcare (12- to 24-month-olds)</strong></p>
<p dir="ltr">Our full day childcare program is designed to encourage active learning and meaningful engagement with others through a consistent classroom routine and nurturing teachers.&nbsp;</p>
<p dir="ltr">Through teacher-directed and open-ended play experiences, children strengthen language, ignite curiosity, develop problem-solving skills, and build confidence &mdash; all in a warm and creative environment. Each day includes open play, circle time with songs, fingerplays and rhymes, story time, gross motor play, dance and bubbles, and sensory exploration. Snack time, lunch and rest are also part of the daily routine.</p>
The Goddard School—a school for early childhood development with the educational philosophy that children learn most deeply and effectively while having fun—has expanded its Upper West Side School (which is for ages 6 weeks through Pre-K) into a second location on the Upper East Side, at 1725 York Avenue!
