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Global Learning.
Dynamic Approach.

World-acclaimed PreK–12 program. Expert teachers.
Unparalleled outcomes.

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Top College Acceptances

56% of BASIS Independent graduates are admitted to the top 25 colleges*.

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Outstanding Student Achievements
97%
BASIS Independent students’ Advanced Placement Exam Pass Rate for 2024
1487
Average SAT score out of 1600

for Class of 2024

56%
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 2024.
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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The best way to prepare for Comps and Final Exams? The best way to prepare for Comps and Final Exams? Pie your teachers in the face! 🥧 😮 💥🎉 #bestteachersever #finalexams #studyhardplayhard #studentsgetrevenge #upperschool #middleschool #highschool #basisindependentmanhttan 🎥 credit: @julipe83
The best way to prepare for Comps and Final Exams? Pie your teachers in the face! 🥧 😮 💥🎉 #bestteachersever #finalexams #studyhardplayhard #studentsgetrevenge #upperschool #middleschool #highschool #basisindependentmanhttan 🎥 credit: @julipe83
June 10, 2025
🎉🍽️Grade 3 Mandarin students enthusiastica 🎉🍽️Grade 3 Mandarin students enthusiastically took on the Creative Dish Project, showcasing their hard work and creativity. From mastering food vocabulary to forming chef teams, it was a culinary adventure! 🍜💪 

After an intense ingredient auction, each team crafted unique dishes and designed colorful posters to present their creations. The best part? They brought their dishes to class to share, connecting language and culture through food! 🌍✨ 

To top it all off, they celebrated with "Special Chef Awards" and fun food-sample keychain gifts from Wen Laoshi to remember this amazing experience! 🏆🎁 #mandarin #creativedishproject #languagethroughfood #culture #connections #primaryschool #basisindependentmanhattan
🎉🍽️Grade 3 Mandarin students enthusiastically took on the Creative Dish Project, showcasing their hard work and creativity. From mastering food vocabulary to forming chef teams, it was a culinary adventure! 🍜💪 After an intense ingredient auction, each team crafted unique dishes and designed colorful posters to present their creations. The best part? They brought their dishes to class to share, connecting language and culture through food! 🌍✨ To top it all off, they celebrated with “Special Chef Awards” and fun food-sample keychain gifts from Wen Laoshi to remember this amazing experience! 🏆🎁 #mandarin #creativedishproject #languagethroughfood #culture #connections #primaryschool #basisindependentmanhattan
June 5, 2025
This is cause for celebration! ✨ At BASIS Indepe This is cause for celebration! ✨ At BASIS Independent Manhattan, excellence is our standard, and our World Languages department just proved it on a national scale! 🏆 Our students have delivered outstanding results across Latin, Spanish, Mandarin, and French national and international exams!

Spanish Exam Success: An impressive 90% of our Wildcats who took the National Spanish Exam earned national recognition for excellent performance (28 out of 31 test-takers)! They brought home: 🏅 6 Gold Medals 🥈 8 Silver Medals 🥉 7 Bronze Medals 🌟 Plus 7 Honorable Mentions. This is especially prestigious, given nearly 87,000 students participated nationwide in 2025!

📜 Crushing a Classic: It is the seventh time our students have taken the National Latin Exam (NLE) and they came away with a Perfect Score, a rare Special Book Award, and a medal count of 13 Gold, 3 Silver, 6 Magna Cum Laude, and 2 Cum Laude awards!

More Triumphs:
🥐 French (Le Grand Concours): 1 Platinum (with a Perfect Score!), 2 Gold, 4 Silver, and 2 Bronze medalists!
✅ Mandarin: Our students excelled, with nearly all passing the HSK (the only internationally recognized Chinese language proficiency exam)!

We are immensely proud of our students' hard work and the incredible teachers who empower them to reach these heights!

#worldlanguages #nationalawards #academicexcellence #studentsuccess #proudschool #languagelearning #beyondexpectations #middleschool #highschool #basisindependentmanhattan
This is cause for celebration! ✨ At BASIS Independent Manhattan, excellence is our standard, and our World Languages department just proved it on a national scale! 🏆 Our students have delivered outstanding results across Latin, Spanish, Mandarin, and French national and international exams! Spanish Exam Success: An impressive 90% of our Wildcats who took the National Spanish Exam earned national recognition for excellent performance (28 out of 31 test-takers)! They brought home: 🏅 6 Gold Medals 🥈 8 Silver Medals 🥉 7 Bronze Medals 🌟 Plus 7 Honorable Mentions. This is especially prestigious, given nearly 87,000 students participated nationwide in 2025! 📜 Crushing a Classic: It is the seventh time our students have taken the National Latin Exam (NLE) and they came away with a Perfect Score, a rare Special Book Award, and a medal count of 13 Gold, 3 Silver, 6 Magna Cum Laude, and 2 Cum Laude awards! More Triumphs: 🥐 French (Le Grand Concours): 1 Platinum (with a Perfect Score!), 2 Gold, 4 Silver, and 2 Bronze medalists! ✅ Mandarin: Our students excelled, with nearly all passing the HSK (the only internationally recognized Chinese language proficiency exam)! We are immensely proud of our students’ hard work and the incredible teachers who empower them to reach these heights! #worldlanguages #nationalawards #academicexcellence #studentsuccess #proudschool #languagelearning #beyondexpectations #middleschool #highschool #basisindependentmanhattan
June 4, 2025
Introducing 'Wildcat Voices,' where we spotlight t Introducing 'Wildcat Voices,' where we spotlight the unique perspectives of our students! In our latest blog, we feature a Q&A with a grade 4 student from BASIS Independent Manhattan Lower School. 🌟 Hear about her seamless transition from public to private school, thanks to supportive teachers and engaging subjects. You can only get a real take on our vibrant community and innovative academics from a current student! Curious about her favorite part of school, homework load, and more? Dive into the full Q&A linked in our bio⬆! What do you think makes a school community special? 🤔 #studentperspective #studentspotlight #wildcatvoices #engagingacademics #primaryschool #4thgrade #bridgeyears #basisindependentmanhattan
Introducing ‘Wildcat Voices,’ where we spotlight the unique perspectives of our students! In our latest blog, we feature a Q&A with a grade 4 student from BASIS Independent Manhattan Lower School. 🌟 Hear about her seamless transition from public to private school, thanks to supportive teachers and engaging subjects. You can only get a real take on our vibrant community and innovative academics from a current student! Curious about her favorite part of school, homework load, and more? Dive into the full Q&A linked in our bio⬆! What do you think makes a school community special? 🤔 #studentperspective #studentspotlight #wildcatvoices #engagingacademics #primaryschool #4thgrade #bridgeyears #basisindependentmanhattan
May 29, 2025
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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