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An Education That Goes Beyond Expectations

From curiosity to mastery, discover Education Redefined.

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

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Outstanding Student Achievements
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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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Tonight, the Olympics have their opening ceremonie Tonight, the Olympics have their opening ceremonies, and our Lower School Drama Club has Opening Night. 🐾

From the incredible set designers and fine-tuned tech crew to the captivating actors on stage, it has been a masterclass in teamwork and commitment. The show has it all: a deliciously scheming Cruella de Vil, a moving getaway car for the henchmen, the most creatively costumed dog breed narrators, and, of course, a bunch of spotted, spunky, and adorable Dalmatian puppies.

Congratulations to the entire cast and crew—break a leg! 🎭✨

#101Dalmatians #OpeningNight #ArtsEducation #AfterSchoolClub #DramaStudent #TheaterKids #LowerSchool #WildcatPride #BASISIndependentManhattan
Tonight, the Olympics have their opening ceremonies, and our Lower School Drama Club has Opening Night. 🐾 From the incredible set designers and fine-tuned tech crew to the captivating actors on stage, it has been a masterclass in teamwork and commitment. The show has it all: a deliciously scheming Cruella de Vil, a moving getaway car for the henchmen, the most creatively costumed dog breed narrators, and, of course, a bunch of spotted, spunky, and adorable Dalmatian puppies. Congratulations to the entire cast and crew—break a leg! 🎭✨ #101Dalmatians #OpeningNight #ArtsEducation #AfterSchoolClub #DramaStudent #TheaterKids #LowerSchool #WildcatPride #BASISIndependentManhattan
February 6, 2026
Grades 6—8 started Pre-Comps today! While we wis Grades 6—8 started Pre-Comps today! While we wish them luck, we know they are prepared because of all the support they received from student hours and peer tutoring to comprehensive study guides and a full Review Week. Check out these last few tips from our teachers and high school students. #PreComp #middleschool #testprep #studentsupport #basisindependentmanhattan
Grades 6—8 started Pre-Comps today! While we wish them luck, we know they are prepared because of all the support they received from student hours and peer tutoring to comprehensive study guides and a full Review Week. Check out these last few tips from our teachers and high school students. #PreComp #middleschool #testprep #studentsupport #basisindependentmanhattan
February 3, 2026
What is “Kindergarten readiness?” Take a look What is “Kindergarten readiness?” Take a look at a typical day in our Early Learning Program to see how playful and purposeful learning builds the foundational skills children need to thrive at school and beyond: 

🌞 Morning Meetings & Literacy: We start with intention, using tactile tools like slate chalkboards to build early phonics and math confidence through "learning by doing."
🎨 The Specialist Rotation: Our students don’t stay in one room all day; they head to engineering, drama, Mandarin, art, music, or PE with Subject Expert Teachers who make our curriculum so advanced yet joyful. 
🛝The Whole Child: Between collaborative open play, multiple recesses, and social-emotional lessons with our School Counselor, we’re intentionally building the character and independence needed to succeed. 
💡World Discovery: Every day ends by connecting classroom lessons back to the world around them, encouraging students to always ask “why?”

While many NYC programs rely on a single teacher for every subject, our Lead and Subject Expert Teacher model respects a child’s immense capacity to learn deeply.

Looking for a program that balances advanced academics with the joy of childhood?

🔗 Click the link in our bio to visit our school and learn more. 🔗

#earlylearning #sel #wholechild #handsonlearning #subjectexpertteachers #kindergartenreadiness #purposefulplay #basisindependentmanhattan #nycschools
What is “Kindergarten readiness?” Take a look at a typical day in our Early Learning Program to see how playful and purposeful learning builds the foundational skills children need to thrive at school and beyond: 🌞 Morning Meetings & Literacy: We start with intention, using tactile tools like slate chalkboards to build early phonics and math confidence through “learning by doing.” 🎨 The Specialist Rotation: Our students don’t stay in one room all day; they head to engineering, drama, Mandarin, art, music, or PE with Subject Expert Teachers who make our curriculum so advanced yet joyful. 🛝The Whole Child: Between collaborative open play, multiple recesses, and social-emotional lessons with our School Counselor, we’re intentionally building the character and independence needed to succeed. 💡World Discovery: Every day ends by connecting classroom lessons back to the world around them, encouraging students to always ask “why?” While many NYC programs rely on a single teacher for every subject, our Lead and Subject Expert Teacher model respects a child’s immense capacity to learn deeply. Looking for a program that balances advanced academics with the joy of childhood? 🔗 Click the link in our bio to visit our school and learn more. 🔗 #earlylearning #sel #wholechild #handsonlearning #subjectexpertteachers #kindergartenreadiness #purposefulplay #basisindependentmanhattan #nycschools
January 31, 2026
After a competitive Thursday night, our middle sch After a competitive Thursday night, our middle school boys basketball team split the matchup 1–1 against Academy of St. Joseph, showing resilience, effort, and continued growth on the court. With that performance, the team moves to an impressive 3–1 overall record on the season. The energy is building, the chemistry is clicking, and the work doesn’t stop here. #GoWILDCATS #afterschoolsports #basketball #basisindependentmanhattan
After a competitive Thursday night, our middle school boys basketball team split the matchup 1–1 against Academy of St. Joseph, showing resilience, effort, and continued growth on the court. With that performance, the team moves to an impressive 3–1 overall record on the season. The energy is building, the chemistry is clicking, and the work doesn’t stop here. #GoWILDCATS #afterschoolsports #basketball #basisindependentmanhattan
January 24, 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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