A School for Fearless Thinkers.
Welcome to a community of passionate learners in Brooklyn.
At BASIS Independent Brooklyn, a PreK through Grade 12 private school, we do more than prepare students for what comes next—we help them discover who they are and all they can become. In our community, joyful learning and academic excellence go hand in hand. Supported by educators who encourage them to embrace challenges boldly, our students develop the confidence and curiosity to thrive.
Growing from Curiosity to Fluency.
Our dedicated teachers inspire students with the support, encouragement, and tools they need to grow. At every stage, students build confidence and essential skills—making each new challenge an opportunity rather than an obstacle. Guided by an intentional balance of challenge and support, they cultivate a love of learning, diligence, and intellectual curiosity.
A Richness Beyond the Classroom.
We promote personal growth and character across every aspect of school life—from academics and athletics to music, fine arts, debate, science and math clubs, and more. These experiences encourage students to explore new interests while building confidence, teamwork, resilience, and leadership. By taking ownership of their passions, students discover new strengths and develop the curiosity and character that will serve them throughout life.
Our Community,
In Our Own Words
“No matter what your kid’s capabilities are, BASIS is going to make them a better student, and they're going to prepare them better than any other school.”
“We all talk about it being rigorous, but if I ask my kids, they don’t find it rigorous, because they’re so well prepared. And it’s well-rounded: art, drama, socials. I worried it might be too much, and it just hasn’t been the case.”
“Fear isn’t a bad thing; we’re all afraid in life. Fearlessness is having the tools to push past that fear. One of my deans, Mr. Goldman, used to say: ‘We do not rise to the level of our expectations—we fall to the level of our training.’ That stuck with me, because my training was BASIS.”
“Education is like building a house, and early learning is the foundation…Kids rise to the occasion. We push kids to hit their highest level of achievement by introducing them to a lot of things, starting at a young age.”
Interested?
Let’s Get Started.
At BASIS Independent Brooklyn, students are challenged, supported, and inspired in a welcoming community. We look forward to getting to know your family and sharing how students grow into independent, confident thinkers.
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A Network of Outstanding Schools.
Our national network of PreK-12 independent schools is united by a shared mission to empower students to discover they are capable of more than they can imagine.