BASIS Independent Brooklyn | PreK–12 Private School in NY

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PreK–Grade 2: Saturday, April 18 at 10:00 AM

Grades 3–12: Saturday, April 25 at 10:00 AM

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Featuring dynamic day camps, specialty camps, and virtual academic courses.

An Education That Goes Beyond Expectations

We give students the confidence to challenge themselves, think independently, and pursue their highest potential.

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The Student Experience

Athletics, Clubs, and Competitions – Where Our Bears Shine with Pride.

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Outstanding Student Achievements

98%

BASIS Independent students’ Advanced Placement Exam Pass Rate for 2025

1492

Average SAT score out of 1600

for Class of 2025

54%

BASIS Independent students were admitted to a top 25 school*

*Based on U.S. News & World Report Best National Universities and/or Best National Liberal Arts Colleges from 2025.

Education Redefined

Welcome to an education that goes beyond expectations. Our globally inspired PreK-Grade 12 curriculum is intentionally designed to help each student discover and apply their potential. Two campuses foster a community of lifelong learners, while expert teachers ignite curiosity, challenge minds, and inspire excellence.

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Early Learning Program

Our PreK through kindergarten program is carefully designed to encourage a child’s natural tendencies to question, to create, and to discover. This is where we lay a solid foundation for academic success.

Early Learning Program

Primary Program

Led by a Subject Expert Teacher and a Learning Expert Teacher in most classes, students study a well-rounded, integrated curriculum that inspires connections and application of knowledge.

Primary Program

Middle School Program

These grades are designed to foster student independence, self-motivation, confidence, and curiosity: the academic and organizational skills that will prepare them for high school and beyond.

Middle School Program

High School Program

Beginning with Advanced Placement® (AP) coursework and ending with college-style capstone courses and a Senior Project, the BASIS Curriculum in grades 9–12 is consistently ranked as one of the best high school programs in the U.S.

High School Program

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In honor of March Madness, we wanted to celebrate

In honor of March Madness, we wanted to celebrate our Science Bowl team making it to the ELITE EIGHT in the NYC regionals this year. Congrats to Mr. Winter and his team. Our Science Bears also placed 3rd in the overall statewide TEAMS (Tests of Engineering Aptitude, Mathematics, and Science) competition. Join us in cheering them on! #EliteEight #ScienceBowl #TEAMS #HighSchool BASISIndependentBrooklyn

March 28, 2026

March was in full bloom at our Lower School! 🌸

March was in full bloom at our Lower School! 🌸 Reading in Bloom brought a month of stories, imagination, and the joy of daily reading, culminating in today’s Petal Palooza celebration. Our students are heading into Spring Break with handmade bookmarks and a love of reading that keeps growing. 📚

March 27, 2026

Grade 5 Science Fair! Our young scientists brought

Grade 5 Science Fair! Our young scientists brought their best to the science fair today. From exploring whether music affects heart rate to discovering plants’ favorite colors, the curiosity and creativity on display were truly inspiring. A heartfelt thank you to Ms. Bunkers, Dean Bono, and Dean Love-Mateo for making it all happen. And to our young students, you exceeded every expectation. We could not be prouder! #ScienceFair #JoyinScience #PrimaryProgram #BASISIndependentBrooklyn

March 27, 2026

For more than a decade, BASIS Independent Brooklyn

For more than a decade, BASIS Independent Brooklyn students have consistently earned recognition in the Scholastic Arts & Writing Awards, which is one of the longest-running and most celebrated creative competitions for young artists in the U.S. We’re thrilled to spotlight students honored in the 2026 competition. Please join us in congratulating: – Yohtaro S. ’28 “The City on My Shoulders” – Gold Medal, Journalism – Inke F. ’30 – “One Way Street” – Gold Medal, Photography – William J. ’30 – “Lloyd” Gold Medal, Photography – Eli M. ’28 “One Small Step for Man, One Giant Leap” – Gold Medal, Photography – Claudia S. ’30 – “City Walks” – Gold Medal, Photography – Therese D. ’30 – “A Tall Church” – Silver Medal, Photography – Blake S. ’30 – “Centered Perspective” – Silver Medal, Photography – Dalya B. ’30 – “Into the Light” – Honorable Mention, Photography – Elsie M. – “Construction Man” – Honorable Mention, Photography Read more about our students’ award-winning work, including commentary from Digital Photography teacher, Mr. Opirhory, in our latest blog post. See link in bio.

March 26, 2026