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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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We love seeing through the eyes of our PreK studen We love seeing through the eyes of our PreK students. To all of the mother figures in our community who are really good at “drawing hamburgers.” And for the ones whose job it is to “send emails,” “fix companies,” and “keep me in the house.” #mothersday #prek #icanwritemyname #community #basisindependentmanhattan
We love seeing through the eyes of our PreK students. To all of the mother figures in our community who are really good at “drawing hamburgers.” And for the ones whose job it is to “send emails,” “fix companies,” and “keep me in the house.” #mothersday #prek #icanwritemyname #community #basisindependentmanhattan
May 11, 2025
Reflecting on the immense talent showcased at last Reflecting on the immense talent showcased at last week’s Upper School Fine Arts Festival! 🌟 Hear insights from our Visual Arts, Drama, and Music Subject Expert Teachers on the diverse and impressive work created by their students. We revel in the captivating creativity, the bold work, and how art gives these students a voice. 🎼🎨🎭 the reel is an eye-catching glimpse, but only a small sampling of the vast volume of work that was presented. What were your favorite bits?
Now it’s time to celebrate at the Lower School…#METGala style as our Fine Arts Festival takes center stage today, May 2nd. We can’t wait! 🤩 Congratulations again to our talented Upper School participants, and best of luck to our amazing Lower School Wildcats today! 🎉 #fineartsfestival #studentart #artseducation #schoolspirit #visualarts #drama #music #engineering #creativestudents #artgivesavoice #basisindependentmanhattan
Reflecting on the immense talent showcased at last week’s Upper School Fine Arts Festival! 🌟 Hear insights from our Visual Arts, Drama, and Music Subject Expert Teachers on the diverse and impressive work created by their students. We revel in the captivating creativity, the bold work, and how art gives these students a voice. 🎼🎨🎭 the reel is an eye-catching glimpse, but only a small sampling of the vast volume of work that was presented. What were your favorite bits? Now it’s time to celebrate at the Lower School…#METGala style as our Fine Arts Festival takes center stage today, May 2nd. We can’t wait! 🤩 Congratulations again to our talented Upper School participants, and best of luck to our amazing Lower School Wildcats today! 🎉 #fineartsfestival #studentart #artseducation #schoolspirit #visualarts #drama #music #engineering #creativestudents #artgivesavoice #basisindependentmanhattan
May 2, 2025
Today is #DecisionDay and it has us missing our se Today is #DecisionDay and it has us missing our seniors as they are off campus working on independent research projects. Let’s #throwback to when we hosted Senior Send-Off. #NextStepReady we’ll share where all of our seniors have committed! #seniors #classof2025 #seniorsendoff #basisindependentmanhattan
Today is #DecisionDay and it has us missing our seniors as they are off campus working on independent research projects. Let’s #throwback to when we hosted Senior Send-Off. #NextStepReady we’ll share where all of our seniors have committed! #seniors #classof2025 #seniorsendoff #basisindependentmanhattan
May 2, 2025
Congrats to our Wildcats as they rocked the long d Congrats to our Wildcats as they rocked the long distance events at last weekend’s @csaanyc track meet! Eva and Jacob cruised to decisive victories in the 1500m and 1600m, respectively. Annika made an exciting comeback by taking over the final 200m. 🏆 🙌 🎉 #afterschoolsports #trackteam #longdistancerunners #privateschool #basisindependentmanhattan
Congrats to our Wildcats as they rocked the long distance events at last weekend’s @csaanyc track meet! Eva and Jacob cruised to decisive victories in the 1500m and 1600m, respectively. Annika made an exciting comeback by taking over the final 200m. 🏆 🙌 🎉 #afterschoolsports #trackteam #longdistancerunners #privateschool #basisindependentmanhattan
April 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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