Archbishop Stepinac High School – Brunswick School – Child Mind Institute – Eagle Hill School - EF Academy – Fordham Prep – French-American School of New York – German International School NY – The Golf Performance Center – The Harvey School – Iona Preparatory – Kiddie Academy of Briarcliff Manor – The Leffell School – The Long Ridge School – The Nurtury Montessori Schools – The Ursuline School – The Westchester School – Whitby School – The Windward School – Play Group Theatre – Notes Are Key
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Archbishop Stepinac High School
Archbishop Stepinac High School is known as the standard bearer in curriculum innovation. We provide young men with a highly competitive academic program that leverages collegiate-blended learning platforms and inquiry-based learning pedagogy to equip students with skills to become globally competitive. Highlights include The Honors Academy Program, Entrepreneurship Program, Finance Lab with Bloomberg Terminals, College Link Program, AP Capstone Diploma Program, and award-winning STEAM program. Classroom work also revolves around the real-world application of academic concepts and ideas, enabling students to seek original solutions to existing local, national, and global problems. Annually, they are awarded National AP Scholar and National Merit Scholar recognitions. Stepinac also boasts a championship sports program, an award-winning arts program, and a diverse range of extracurricular activities. From robotics to stocks to horticulture and mock trial, there is something for everyone! New features: more state-of-the-art classrooms of the future, a 2,250 square-foot STEAM center, and a Wall Street Lab Classroom.
Archbishop Stepinac High School
950 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains
914.946.4800
www.stepinac.org
Brunswick School
For 120 years, Brunswick has been defined and distinguished by its founder’s commitment to “ably and generously prepare boys for life” and by the founding Board Chairman’s clarion call to “Courage, Honor, Truth.” Based on a deep belief in the tremendous potential of boys, Brunswick’s educational experience emphasizes rigorous traditional learning, self-discipline, and character development. Brunswick is dedicated to building in students the habits-of-mind that will nourish and fortify them for the rest of their lives, offering rigorous academics, as well as comprehensive athletics and arts, drama and music, and an extensive language program. With an average class size of 12, the Upper, Middle, and Lower/Pre School are set on three campuses over 162 aces in Greenwich, CT. Students in each major division also travel to the school’s 650-acre campus in Randolph, VT, for seminal, wilderness-education, and applied-classroom learning experiences.
Brunswick School
100 Maher Ave
Greenwich
203.625.5800
www.brunswickschool.org
Child Mind Institute
Help your child make the most of summer with a fun, four-week treatment program! The Child Mind Institute’s ADHD Summer Program, which runs from July 7 through August 1, serves students ages 5 to 10 who have ADHD, social, behavioral, or learning challenges. Children participating in the program will benefit from a high level of support and counselor expertise as they work on positive relationships with peers; emotional awareness and regulation; and skills for academic progress. The program will encourage achievements while also providing a fun summer camp experience tailored to your child’s particular needs.
Child Mind Institute
215 E 50th St
212.308.3118
www.childmind.org
Eagle Hill School
Learning. Transformed. Eagle Hill is an independent, co-educational day and five-day boarding school for students ages 5 to 14 with language-based learning differences. At Eagle Hill, your child’s learning experience will be completely personalized. Each child is carefully evaluated and, based on the specific nature of his or her learning difference, a customized educational program is developed. This individualized, skills-based program is taught by a highly credentialed faculty, uses personalized learning strategies, and is grounded in the latest research in educating students who learn differently. The program is designed for students with dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, executive function disorder, auditory processing disorder, ADHD, and other language-based learning differences.
Eagle Hill School
45 Glenville Rd
Greenwich, CT
203.622.9240
www.eaglehillschool.org
EF Academy
EF Academy is a private day and boarding high school in Thornwood that provides an immersive education with hands-on learning alongside classmates from 60+ nationalities. Students receive personalized advising to choose courses that best fit their interests and discover top-choice universities that will challenge them academically while suiting them personally. 92% of students are successfully placed in their first- or second-choice university. Upon graduation, all students satisfy the high school diploma, but can also opt to take the IB Diploma (track or certificates) or AP classes. EF Academy is accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. Learn more
EF Academy
582 Columbus Ave
Thornwood
914.495.6056
www.efacademy.org
Fordham Prep
Fordham Preparatory School is a Catholic, Jesuit, all-boys, independent high school located in the Bronx. Founded in 1841, its mission is to form leaders committed to faith, scholarship, and service. Students benefit from a rigorous academic curriculum and matriculate to the nation’s top colleges and universities. The school also offers 18 varsity sports and 70 co-curricular activities. Fordham Prep is located on the historic Rose Hill Campus, adjacent to Fordham University, easily accessible by Metro North.
Fordham Prep
441 E Fordham Rd
Bronx, NY
718.367.7500
www.fordhamprep.org
French-American School of New York
Students at the French-American School of New York are offered the opportunity to participate in either the French-American Program or the International Program, which begins in grade one. No previous knowledge of French is required. Regardless of program choice, at FASNY, the innovative approach is the same, based on values of respect, empathy, and positivity, centered on learning, continuous progress, and the well-being of students. The pedagogical approach is thoughtful, age-appropriate, organized, and focused on academic excellence and student development. Live Locally, Learn Globally!
French-American School of New York
320 E Boston Post Rd
Mamaroneck
914.640.0401
www.fasny.org
German International School NY
Expand your child’s world at German International School New York (GISNY). This bilingual Pre-K through Grade 12 college preparatory school combines German-inspired education with an international mindset. GISNY empowers students to think critically, create, and collaborate while building a strong academic foundation. With a welcoming environment and a beautiful campus near New York City, GISNY nurtures both heart and mind. Your child will thrive, explore, and prepare for whatever the future holds. Their world is waiting!
German International School NY
50 Partridge Rd
White Plains
914.948.6513
www.gisny.org
The Golf Performance Center
The Academy at the Golf Performance Center is the Northeast’s premier full-service boarding golf academy preparing and placing students at the nation’s best college programs. Founded on the principle that the educational experience must be personalized to every student’s passion, The Academy gives juniors with big dreams the coaching and training environment they need to achieve those dreams. With merit-based scholarships and financial aid programs, The Academy provides opportunities for athletes of all backgrounds.
The Golf Performance Center
824 Ethan Allen Highway
Ridgefield, CT
203.790.4653
www.thegolfperformancecenter.com
The Harvey School
“Rigor with Heart” exemplifies The Harvey School’s college-preparatory program focused on academics, the arts, and athletics in grades 6 to 12. Harvey highlights include an award-winning robotics program, honors and AP classes, 20 varsity athletic teams, and 10 theatrical and musical productions each year. 100% college admission including 75% of students accepted to their first-choice school and 11% recruited to play college athletics in 2024. Students attend from New York and Connecticut along with international students from eight countries. Harvey offers five-day boarding in grades 8 to 12.
The Harvey School
260 Jay St
Katonah
914.232.3161
www.harveyschool.org
Iona Preparatory
You want more for your son. More challenging academics so he sets his sights high. More brotherhood and faith-based community, where he is surrounded by a diverse set of like-minded individuals who will become lifelong friends (and maybe even friends of yours). More leadership opportunities and areas for growth, so that he not only understands the qualities, but can apply them to his own life. More educational choices, such as new electives in Broadcast Journalism, Financial Literacy, and Sports Marketing & Business. You want an education for higher expectations, and you can find it at Iona Preparatory School. With a seamless transition from our PK-8th Grade Lower School to the college-preparatory springboard that is our Upper School, Iona Prep is an investment that will pay dividends for your son’s future. Having collegiate athletic commitments more than double the national average, and college scholarships quadruple that, we invite you to not only discover, but become part of the Iona Prep Difference!
Iona Preparatory
Lower School (PK-8)
173 Stratton Rd
New Rochelle
914.633.7744
Upper School (9-12)
255 Wilmot Rd
New Rochelle
914.632.0714
www.IonaPrep.org/Discover
Kiddie Academy of Briarcliff Manor
Kiddie Academy is a trusted leader in early childhood education, offering a nurturing environment where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. With its innovative Life Essentials® curriculum, Kiddie Academy focuses on hands-on learning, STEAM activities, and character development to prepare children for lifelong success. Highly trained educators, a strong emphasis on safety, and a balanced approach to fun and learning make Kiddie Academy the perfect choice for families seeking high-quality, educationally focused childcare.
Kiddie Academy of Briarcliff Manor
325 S Highland Ave
Briarcliff Manor
914.810.4900
www.kiddieacademy.com/briarcliff-manor
The Leffell School
The Leffell School, a K through 12 independent Jewish school, produces graduates who excel as leaders in the modern world, while fully immersed in their Jewish and American communities. Students representing a wide range of academic abilities, learning styles, interests, and talents thrive in the classroom, in the makerspaces, on the playing field, and on the stage. Dedicated educators nurture the development of individual identity, build ethical character, and foster the discovery and pursuit of passions. Known for its welcoming and inclusive community, the Leffell School attracts students from families across the tri-state area who are diverse in their Jewish affiliations and socioeconomic circumstances.
The Leffell School
Lower School (K-5)
30 Dellwood Rd
White Plains
914.948.3111
Upper School (6-12)
555 W Hartsdale Ave
Hartsdale
914.948.8333
www.leffellschool.org
The Long Ridge School
Deeply committed to its long-held mission, “Celebrating childhood, preparing for the future,” The Long Ridge School is an independent school for age 2 to grade 5. Set on a spectacular campus tucked away in the North Stamford woods, it is a small elementary school by design, where children stay children longer and thrive in an environment created specifically for them. Their teachers ensure gold-standard academic programs with a modern, collaborative, problem-solving approach. The Long Ridge School has a diverse and globally inclusive community, where children are known and valued as unique individuals and learning is an active, joyful experience. They encourage every child to explore, experience, and investigate in a joyful and academically challenging environment.
The Long Ridge School
478 Erskine Rd
Stamford, CT
203.322.7693
www.longridgeschool.org
The Nurtury Montessori Schools
Cathy Billone, with the encouragement of her two daughters, Brianna and Jenessa, decided to fulfill a lifelong dream to open Montessori schools specifically designed for children 0 to 6 years old. Infants develop naturally in their own way and at their own pace. Our classrooms are characterized by order, simplicity, and beauty, which meet the needs of the child. The toddler rooms conform to their increased physical needs. The children learn concentration, order, sequence, and skills adapted to their development with practical life. We use a number of multi-sensory, sequential, and self-correcting Montessori materials to facilitate learning. These activities properly matched to the child’s ability level and interest help to develop within the child a love of learning.
The Nurtury Montessori Schools
Multiple locations
914.632.6200
www.thenurtury-montessori.com
The Ursuline School
The Ursuline School is an independent Catholic, college preparatory school for girls in grades 6 through 12. Students benefit from a nurturing environment rooted in Ursuline values and dedicated faculty advisors at every grade level. Ursuline’s distinctive approach to learning encompasses academic excellence, faith and spiritual development, diverse arts and extracurriculars, robust athletics, and commitment to service. Ursuline prepares students for college and beyond, as reflected in $125 million in scholarships offered over the past five years.
The Ursuline School
1354 North Ave
New Rochelle
914.636.3950
www.ursulinenewrochelle.org
The Westchester School
The Westchester school is a New York State-approved and funded private school providing therapeutic and education services for children ages 3 to 21 diagnosed with AU, ID, OHI, OI, ED, and PWD. Counseling, behavioral services, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech and language therapy are all provided. They also include customized classroom instruction based on IEP goals, enhanced with SMART boards, iPads, and computers in every classroom. The ungraded, self-contained classrooms have a student-to-staff ratio of 12:1:4 and 8:1:2 in school-aged classrooms and a ratio of 10:1:2 in preschool classrooms. An Adaptive Physical Education and Sensory Room is also incorporated, and students are supported with assistance transitioning to post-academic life by providing vocational and job skill opportunities. Find us at our locations in Yonkers and North Salem.
The Westchester School
45 Park Ave
Yonkers
914.376.4300
520 Rte 22
North Salem
914.376.4300, x 200
www.westchesterschool.org
Whitby School
Located in Greenwich, CT, Whitby is a co-educational independent school serving families in the Fairfield-Westchester area. It offers a seamless educational journey for children ages 18 months through Grade 8. The acclaimed Whitby Montessori Children’s House (18 months to Kindergarten) and renowned International Baccalaureate programs (Grades 1 to 8) provide a robust educational foundation. Whitby graduates emerge equipped with the skills to thrive in the 21st century, empowered as creative and critical thinkers, lifelong learners, and global citizens.
Whitby School
939 Lake Ave
Greenwich
203.869.8464
www.whitbyschool.org
The Windward School
As an independent day school for children with dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities, we believe that difference is power. Through highly trained educators and evidence-based programs, we empower students in grades 1 through 9 with the skills and confidence to return to mainstream schools. Committed to making a Windward education accessible for all, we award more than $9 million per year in tuition assistance.
The Windward School
1275 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains
914.949.6968
www.thewindwardschool.org
ACTIVITIES
Play Group Theatre
The Play Group Theatre is Westchester’s theatre dedicated exclusively to children and teenagers. It is in a magnificent state-of-the-art performing arts complex in the heart of downtown White Plains. Guided by caring professional Teaching Artists, students ages 4 to 18 explore all aspects of theatre arts in a nurturing and creatively charged environment, from classes to comedy troupes to full productions. PGT is non-competitive and fun-filled, while offering theatre training at the highest level, and fostering life-long friendships.
Play Group Theatre
1 N Broadway, Suite 111
White Plains
914.946.4433
www.playgroup.org
SUPPORT SERVICES
Notes R Key
Calling all parents of middle school, high school, and college students with learning disabilities. Are you a parent of a student facing challenges like time management, study skills, or retention? David Friedman is developing a new workbook designed to help students overcome these obstacles and achieve their full potential and would love to hear from you! He is inviting interested parents to participate in a 30-minute Zoom interview to share their experiences and insights on the struggles of their children and what tools could be helpful. This feedback will directly contribute to the development of a workbook aimed at supporting students with learning difficulties. As a thank-you for their time and input, participants will receive a $20 Amazon e-gift card.
Notes Are Key
914.513.1690
dfriedma43@gmail.com
