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Frequently Asked Questions

Below are some of the most common questions about our program. We know that you are bound to have more questions—please contact us. We’re here to help.

Do you offer financial aid? 

At this time we do not offer financial aid, however we do offer payment plan options. Families may submit tuition in three different ways: (1) One payment, (2) Two half-payments, or (3) 10 monthly payments.

Why don’t you allow fundraising at BASIS Independent Schools?

It requires tremendous administrative support and overhead, which distracts the Head of School and detracts from the academic environment. We also do not want parents to be continually solicited for funding or hope that extra financial contributions will sway influence in the school. However, we welcome parent involvement in other ways such as the Parent Volunteer Committee.

What are your age cut-off dates?

For more information on our cut-off dates, please see our Admissions details.

The curriculum is challenging; how do I know my student will succeed? 

From their very first day on our campuses, our students see and understand how seriously we take the responsibility of their education and their academic and social-emotional growth. We celebrate hard work and believe that all students can achieve amazing feats when they put their minds to it. Your child and family, along with our school administration, and faculty and staff, are all part of a team that works together to ensure the success and empowerment of each student. The support your student will receive is unmatched; the community that welcomes them to explore and learn is warm, nurturing, spontaneous, and alive with curiosity. Our results are only possible because of our culture of respect and support. Each teacher provides office hours throughout the school week for students, and students can attend our peer tutoring center Monday through Friday, as well.

Read more about student services.

What type of extracurricular activities do you offer?  

We offer a tremendous variety of extracurricular clubs and athletic activities, always based on the school’s student and teacher interests.

Do you offer a referral program? 

Yes, we appreciate your help in building our school. Your family will receive a tuition credit for each new family referred to and enrolled at BASIS Independent Manhattan. The new family will also receive a tuition credit. Learn more.

Do you offer resources for students with special academic needs?

BASIS Independent does not have resources on campuses for many special needs, and also does not maintain a school psychologist; however, our teachers and administrators have a long and successful record of supporting, challenging and inspiring students who require various learning accommodations.

For questions regarding your student’s specific situation, please contact the Admissions team.

What distinguishes BASIS Independent Schools from BASIS Charter Schools?

All BASIS Independent Schools feature the tested, refined, and proven educational philosophy and learning approach that has been developed since 1998. However, BASIS Independent Schools are distinctive in our lower student-to-teacher ratio and campus facilities. We are also tuition based and have a selective admissions process.

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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