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Fearless Thinkers Start Here. Where students build the confidence to think independently, embrace challenges, and pursue their highest potential.

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Where Potential Becomes Possibility

We believe students are capable of more than they can imagine.

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Nationally Recognized Results

Our students’ curiosity and hard work are earning recognition nationwide, from top Niche rankings to National Merit results.

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Outstanding Student Achievements
99%
BASIS Independent students’ Advanced Placement Exam Pass Rate for 2026
1514
Average SAT score out of 1600

for Class of 2026

61%
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 2026.
Cultivating Fearless Thinkers

At BASIS Independent Manhattan, we believe students are capable of more than they can imagine, and that the most powerful education inspires them to think for themselves. With expert teachers, a thoughtfully designed curriculum, and a warm, welcoming culture, students grow into fearless and confident thinkers prepared to explore, question, and contribute with purpose.

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Preschool

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.
Preschool

Elementary School

Through classes led by expert teachers, students study a well-rounded, integrated curriculum that inspires connections and application of knowledge.
Elementary School

Middle School

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

High School

Beginning with Advanced Placement® (AP) coursework and ending with college-style capstone courses and a Senior Project, the BASIS Curriculum in grades 9–12 develops fearless thinkers, consistently ranked among the nation’s best.
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Tomorrow morning, our doors open for our teachers. Tomorrow morning, our doors open for our teachers. 🔑✨ 
 
Onsite training week is officially here! Behind the scenes, our faculty will be coming together to collaborate, fine-tune curriculum, and prepare for an incredible year ahead. 
 
To our faculty: welcome back! We are so ready for you. 
 
#BASISIndependentManhattan #TeacherTraining #WildcatFaculty #BackToSchool2026 #SchoolCommunity
Tomorrow morning, our doors open for our teachers. 🔑✨ Onsite training week is officially here! Behind the scenes, our faculty will be coming together to collaborate, fine-tune curriculum, and prepare for an incredible year ahead. To our faculty: welcome back! We are so ready for you. #BASISIndependentManhattan #TeacherTraining #WildcatFaculty #BackToSchool2026 #SchoolCommunity
August 23, 2026
From PreK-12, student agency is a foundational pil From PreK-12, student agency is a foundational pillar of our approach. 🎒✨ Swipe to see 3 of our independence builders and how you can use them at home to get school-ready: 

1️⃣ TIME: Customizing High School Schedules = Let your child choose parts of their morning routine. 
 
2️⃣ TOOLS: Built-In Accountability with CJs = Have them organize their own backpack,  workspace, or school supplies. 

3️⃣ MINDSET: Fearless Classrooms = Ask open questions like, "What are you excited to take on this year?" instead of "Are you ready?"

When students are given ownership over their time, tools, and mindset, real confidence follows.💡

#BASISIndependentManhattan #StudentAgency #FearlessThinkers #WildcatCommunity #GrowthMindset #SEL #NYCPrivateSchools #PreK12
From PreK-12, student agency is a foundational pillar of our approach. 🎒✨ Swipe to see 3 of our independence builders and how you can use them at home to get school-ready: 1️⃣ TIME: Customizing High School Schedules = Let your child choose parts of their morning routine. 2️⃣ TOOLS: Built-In Accountability with CJs = Have them organize their own backpack, workspace, or school supplies. 3️⃣ MINDSET: Fearless Classrooms = Ask open questions like, “What are you excited to take on this year?” instead of “Are you ready?” When students are given ownership over their time, tools, and mindset, real confidence follows.💡 #BASISIndependentManhattan #StudentAgency #FearlessThinkers #WildcatCommunity #GrowthMindset #SEL #NYCPrivateSchools #PreK12
August 21, 2026
In the quiet moments before it all starts, our min In the quiet moments before it all starts, our minds are already on the school year ahead. 🏫 

Our faculty returns onsite next week, and the countdown is officially on. Families and students—what is the ONE thing you’re most excited about this fall? Drop it in the comments below! 👇 
 
#BASISIndependentManhattan #BackToSchool2026 #WildcatCommunity #NYCPrivateSchool #CountdownToSchool
In the quiet moments before it all starts, our minds are already on the school year ahead. 🏫 Our faculty returns onsite next week, and the countdown is officially on. Families and students—what is the ONE thing you’re most excited about this fall? Drop it in the comments below! 👇 #BASISIndependentManhattan #BackToSchool2026 #WildcatCommunity #NYCPrivateSchool #CountdownToSchool
August 19, 2026
🍂With September right around the corner, the fi 🍂With September right around the corner, the first day of school will be here soon. But we love looking back and remembering the last day of school. 🎉 A favorite part is these end-of-year celebrations when we proudly share everything our students accomplished, honor the passionate teachers who brought out the best in them, and reminisce on all of the joy and discovery that filled our Lower School. 
We’re counting down the days until we welcome you back. Enjoy the rest of your summer, Wildcats! ✨

#BASISIndependentManhattan #LowerSchoolMemories #SchoolCommunity #SentimentalSummer #WildcatFamily #JoyOfLearning #BackToSchoolPrep #CountdownToSchool
🍂With September right around the corner, the first day of school will be here soon. But we love looking back and remembering the last day of school. 🎉 A favorite part is these end-of-year celebrations when we proudly share everything our students accomplished, honor the passionate teachers who brought out the best in them, and reminisce on all of the joy and discovery that filled our Lower School. We’re counting down the days until we welcome you back. Enjoy the rest of your summer, Wildcats! ✨ #BASISIndependentManhattan #LowerSchoolMemories #SchoolCommunity #SentimentalSummer #WildcatFamily #JoyOfLearning #BackToSchoolPrep #CountdownToSchool
August 17, 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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