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Upper School: Sunday, April 26 at 10:00 AM

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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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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
Top 10% in the Nation. 🏆 Our math whizzes in g Top 10% in the Nation. 🏆

Our math whizzes in grades 3–7 delivered an elite performance in the Fall 2025 @noeticlearning. Competing against 30,000+ students nationwide, our Wildcats showcased their mathematical creativity and problem-solving skills.

The Highlights:
🏆Grades 6 & 7: Earned the Team Achievement Plaque (Top 10% nationwide) for the second year in a row.
📜National Honor Roll: 12 students placed in the top 10% of all participants.
🏅Dozens more earned National Honorable Mentions (Top 50%).

Congratulations to our students and our dedicated math faculty for these outstanding results. ➕➖✖️➗

#NLMC #mathiscool #academicexcellence #studentrecognition #mathcontest #basisindependentmanhattan
Top 10% in the Nation. 🏆 Our math whizzes in grades 3–7 delivered an elite performance in the Fall 2025 @noeticlearning. Competing against 30,000+ students nationwide, our Wildcats showcased their mathematical creativity and problem-solving skills. The Highlights: 🏆Grades 6 & 7: Earned the Team Achievement Plaque (Top 10% nationwide) for the second year in a row. 📜National Honor Roll: 12 students placed in the top 10% of all participants. 🏅Dozens more earned National Honorable Mentions (Top 50%). Congratulations to our students and our dedicated math faculty for these outstanding results. ➕➖✖️➗ #NLMC #mathiscool #academicexcellence #studentrecognition #mathcontest #basisindependentmanhattan
March 6, 2026
The best way to understand our community is to exp The best way to understand our community is to experience it. 🐾
Join us at our Spring Open Houses this weekend to see how we balance academic rigor with a supportive, student-centered culture.
Swipe for the top three reasons families join us:
1️⃣ Educational Excellence
2️⃣ Meeting the Faculty
3️⃣ Our Wildcat Spirit!
Ready to see the difference for yourself? Save your spot at the link in our bio.
Spring Open Houses:
📍 Lower School (PreK–Gr. 5): Saturday, March 7 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Upper School (Gr. 6–12): Sunday, March 8 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
#openhouse  #manhattanparents #NYCSchools #rigorandjoy #wildcatpride nycadmissions uws chelsea passionateteacher advancedacademics community basisindependentmanhattan
The best way to understand our community is to experience it. 🐾 Join us at our Spring Open Houses this weekend to see how we balance academic rigor with a supportive, student-centered culture. Swipe for the top three reasons families join us: 1️⃣ Educational Excellence 2️⃣ Meeting the Faculty 3️⃣ Our Wildcat Spirit! Ready to see the difference for yourself? Save your spot at the link in our bio. Spring Open Houses: 📍 Lower School (PreK–Gr. 5): Saturday, March 7 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Upper School (Gr. 6–12): Sunday, March 8 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM #openhouse #manhattanparents #NYCSchools #rigorandjoy #wildcatpride nycadmissions uws chelsea passionateteacher advancedacademics community basisindependentmanhattan
March 3, 2026
Undefeated. 🏆 Our all-freshman debate team deli Undefeated. 🏆
Our all-freshman debate team delivered a masterclass in logic and rhetoric at the @esu_us HSPDP Tournament at Saddle River Day School. Cosmo C., Itamar K-L., and Rhea Y. secured the 🏆1st Place Top Team Award with a perfect 4-0 record (💯win rate!), culminating in a final-round victory over the defending league champions.
Across four rounds of pre-researched and impromptu debate—covering topics from global stability to the politics of pop culture—our team also took home the 🏆1st Place Tournament Award for the second time this season. 
Top Speaker Awards:
• 👨🏽‍⚖️ Itamar K. – 1st Place Speaker (The Gavel)
• 🏅 Rhea Y. – 9th Place Overall (out of 108)
Congratulations to the team and their coach! We look forward to seeing this momentum carry into the April Championships. *Swipe to see their hardware haul!*
#wildcatpride #speechanddebate #extracurriculars #studentsuccess #undefeated #highschool #nycprivateschool #basisindependentmanhattan
Undefeated. 🏆 Our all-freshman debate team delivered a masterclass in logic and rhetoric at the @esu_us HSPDP Tournament at Saddle River Day School. Cosmo C., Itamar K-L., and Rhea Y. secured the 🏆1st Place Top Team Award with a perfect 4-0 record (💯win rate!), culminating in a final-round victory over the defending league champions. Across four rounds of pre-researched and impromptu debate—covering topics from global stability to the politics of pop culture—our team also took home the 🏆1st Place Tournament Award for the second time this season. Top Speaker Awards: • 👨🏽‍⚖️ Itamar K. – 1st Place Speaker (The Gavel) • 🏅 Rhea Y. – 9th Place Overall (out of 108) Congratulations to the team and their coach! We look forward to seeing this momentum carry into the April Championships. *Swipe to see their hardware haul!* #wildcatpride #speechanddebate #extracurriculars #studentsuccess #undefeated #highschool #nycprivateschool #basisindependentmanhattan
February 28, 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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