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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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Top College Acceptances

54% of BASIS Independent graduates are admitted to the top 25 colleges*.

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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

A globally benchmarked academic program proven to be one of the best in the world. Two purpose-built campuses creating a community of life-long learners. Teachers with subject expertise to inspire and support. Unparalleled student outcomes. Discover the benefits of a BASIS Independent Manhattan education.

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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.
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Ready to see what "Kindergarten Readiness" looks l Ready to see what "Kindergarten Readiness" looks like in action? 🧩✨

Join us tomorrow morning to discover how we balance academic foundations with the joy of childhood.

🗓️Lower School Group Tour (PreK & K) Thursday, March 19 | 9:00 AM  Save your place -- link in bio!🔗 
Can’t make it tomorrow? Take a look at a typical day in our Early Learning Program:

📖Purposeful Discovery: Using tactile tools to build early phonics and math confidence through "learning by doing."

🤝The Specialist Rotation: Subject Expert Teachers in Engineering, Mandarin, and the Arts foster a co-creative environment with Learning Expert Teachers.

🔆 Disciplined Inquiry: Open play and SEL build resourceful problem-solving skills and independence.

#earlylearning #sel #wholechild #handsonlearning #subjectexpertteachers #kindergartenreadiness #purposefulplay #nycschools #disciplinedinquiry #basisindependentmanhattan
Ready to see what “Kindergarten Readiness” looks like in action? 🧩✨ Join us tomorrow morning to discover how we balance academic foundations with the joy of childhood. 🗓️Lower School Group Tour (PreK & K) Thursday, March 19 | 9:00 AM Save your place — link in bio!🔗 Can’t make it tomorrow? Take a look at a typical day in our Early Learning Program: 📖Purposeful Discovery: Using tactile tools to build early phonics and math confidence through “learning by doing.” 🤝The Specialist Rotation: Subject Expert Teachers in Engineering, Mandarin, and the Arts foster a co-creative environment with Learning Expert Teachers. 🔆 Disciplined Inquiry: Open play and SEL build resourceful problem-solving skills and independence. #earlylearning #sel #wholechild #handsonlearning #subjectexpertteachers #kindergartenreadiness #purposefulplay #nycschools #disciplinedinquiry #basisindependentmanhattan
March 18, 2026
Seniors Mastering Art Curation 🎨🏛️ Our stu Seniors Mastering Art Curation 🎨🏛️
Our students have the unique opportunity to take seminar-style Capstone courses in their senior year. In Arte Contemporáneo, after foundational study of Wester Spanish art After a foundational study of Western Art History, they spent Trimester II developing original theses—placing masters like Picasso and Dalí in dialogue with modern movements and social critiques. 
From formal curator talks to the design of professional marketing materials and physical exhibition maquettes, these students have achieved true mastery of their fields.
Experience the Senior Year difference – visit our website, link in our bio. 🐾
 #WildcatSeniors #CapstoneProject #ArtHistory #CuratorTalk #Classof2026 AdvancedAcademics EducationRedefined basisindependentmanhattan
Seniors Mastering Art Curation 🎨🏛️ Our students have the unique opportunity to take seminar-style Capstone courses in their senior year. In Arte Contemporáneo, after foundational study of Wester Spanish art After a foundational study of Western Art History, they spent Trimester II developing original theses—placing masters like Picasso and Dalí in dialogue with modern movements and social critiques. From formal curator talks to the design of professional marketing materials and physical exhibition maquettes, these students have achieved true mastery of their fields. Experience the Senior Year difference – visit our website, link in our bio. 🐾 #WildcatSeniors #CapstoneProject #ArtHistory #CuratorTalk #Classof2026 AdvancedAcademics EducationRedefined basisindependentmanhattan
March 17, 2026
National Silver for Sasha K. 🥈✨ Huge congrat National Silver for Sasha K. 🥈✨

Huge congratulations to Sasha K. (Gr. 10) and her team, the @skylinerssst Novice, on their incredible performance at the @usfigureskating Synchronized Skating Championships in Salt Lake City! Taking the ice on March 6, Sasha’s team earned 2nd Place in the Nation—a testament to years of discipline, precision, and teamwork. ⛸️🏔️

As an elite student-athlete, Sasha balances a demanding schedule of AP and Honors courses—maintaining a stellar academic record while training at the highest level of her sport.

Our Wildcat community is incredibly proud to see such dedication on and off the ice, serving as an inspiration to our student body! 🐾👏

#wildcatpride #studentathlete #skylinersnovice  #rigorandjoy #highschool #basisindependentmanhattan #USFigureSkating #Nationals2026
National Silver for Sasha K. 🥈✨ Huge congratulations to Sasha K. (Gr. 10) and her team, the @skylinerssst Novice, on their incredible performance at the @usfigureskating Synchronized Skating Championships in Salt Lake City! Taking the ice on March 6, Sasha’s team earned 2nd Place in the Nation—a testament to years of discipline, precision, and teamwork. ⛸️🏔️ As an elite student-athlete, Sasha balances a demanding schedule of AP and Honors courses—maintaining a stellar academic record while training at the highest level of her sport. Our Wildcat community is incredibly proud to see such dedication on and off the ice, serving as an inspiration to our student body! 🐾👏 #wildcatpride #studentathlete #skylinersnovice #rigorandjoy #highschool #basisindependentmanhattan #USFigureSkating #Nationals2026
March 10, 2026
Stepping into the new week with some favorite memo Stepping into the new week with some favorite memories from our Lunar New Year celebrations! 🏮✨

From performing songs in Mandarin with pride to sharing in the joy and traditions through food with family, moments like these are why our community is so special. We can’t wait to create more memories like these, so we’re looking ahead to World CUP Fest (May 16). 🌎⚽️ It is going to be our traditional celebration of global heritage and culture, but with a “kick!” Families can sign up on ParentSquare. 🐾

#lunarnewyear #flashbackmonday #wildcatcommunity #cultureandheritage #WorldCUPFest basisindependentmanhattan
Stepping into the new week with some favorite memories from our Lunar New Year celebrations! 🏮✨ From performing songs in Mandarin with pride to sharing in the joy and traditions through food with family, moments like these are why our community is so special. We can’t wait to create more memories like these, so we’re looking ahead to World CUP Fest (May 16). 🌎⚽️ It is going to be our traditional celebration of global heritage and culture, but with a “kick!” Families can sign up on ParentSquare. 🐾 #lunarnewyear #flashbackmonday #wildcatcommunity #cultureandheritage #WorldCUPFest basisindependentmanhattan
March 9, 2026
BASIS Independent Manhattan
Lower School |
PreK—Grade 5
795 Columbus Avenue
New York, NY 10025
(929) 220-3800
Upper School |
Grade 6—Grade 12
556 West 22nd Street
New York, NY 10011
(929) 362-6308

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