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Welcome

A message from Head of School David Egolf and Assistant Head of School Mansi Vasa.

DEIB

Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

About Corlears

Learn about Corlears School's history, educational philosophy, mission, core values, and more.

Faculty and Staff

Meet our faculty and staff and explore the directory.

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Blog

Press and Media Coverage

Careers

FAQs

Parent Reviews

Admissions Overview

Everything prospective families need to know about Corlears admissions.

How to Apply

Outlining the admissions processes for each of our academic programs, from toddlers through fifth grade.

Tours, Events, and Webinars

Visit our campus and go inside the curriculum with school leadership.

TEAM Tuition Model

Changing the paradigm from financial aid to equitable tuition level-setting for all families.

Quick Links

Roots Toddler Application

Outplacement

TADS

Ravenna

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Everything you need to know about Corlears School in one handy booklet. Follow the link to receive a digital copy in your inbox.

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Early Childhood Division

Toddler

The Roots program for ages 16–24 months celebrates the way toddlers learn best: through the art of play and wonderment.

Nursery

The Seedlings nursery program fosters the natural wonder and curiosity of 2- and 3-year-olds.

PreK

Empowering children to become even greater participants in their learning and school community.

Elementary Division

Kindergarten

As Corlears students enter the all-important elementary years, it’s all about making connections and building independence.

Elementary

Building the foundation kids need to fall in love with learning and gain confidence for everything to come.

Middle School Outplacement

Comprehensive, individualized support for all Corlears graduates.

Auxiliary Programs

Camp Corlears

Classic summer fun with plenty of outdoor play, arts and crafts, and fun with friends. Led by Corlears teachers. Open to all.

Corlears Plus

All about the before- and after-school care available to families enrolled at Corlears.

Learn. Play. Grow.

Free family activities available on select Saturdays throughout the school year.

See Complete Program Overview

Board of Trustees

Meet the volunteer Board of Trustees and learn more about the committees and structures that govern Corlears School.

School Calendar

Events, holidays, and school closings.

Families Association

Corlears families are important members of our school community, and we offer a number of ways to get involved.

Alumni

How to get connected and stay involved with Corlears School's alumni community.

Ways to Support

Corlears is a small school, but our community has a big heart — and many ways to get involved.

Make a Donation

Every dollar has a lasting impact — not just on students attending Corlears today, but on all children who come through our doors.

Volunteer

There are a variety of opportunities available for current and alumni community members to get involved by volunteering their time.

A TRANSFORMATIONAL VISION
The Corlears 50th Anniversary Campaign

In 2018, Corlears celebrated its 50th anniversary. In honor of this significant milestone, Corlears School embarked on a 5-year, $4 million campaign that goes beyond our physical structure; this campaign is focused on our heart. Over the past five years, Corlears has been building a truly innovative and transformational vision that is growing a new model for what a private school made just for young children can be.

Learn More About the Campaign

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The Corlears School Blog

Parents have questions, Corlears has answers! Sharing what we’ve learned from 50+ years of teaching young children.

Here you'll find articles, videos, and other resources about early childhood and early years education, plus news and updates from inside Corlears and our wider community.

50+ Summer Learning Resources

Stay sharp during the summer months with these educational resources recommended by ...

Alum Shares How Corlears Planted Seeds for Empathy

Lila Kempler (‘13) connects her early childhood and elementary years at Corlears School ...

6 Facts About the Corlears Gala

Each year, Corlears hosts a Gala to bring our community together and fundraise for our ...

Corlears School Partners with The Calhoun School for Middle School Enrollment Transfer Initiative

Corlears School is partnering with The Calhoun School on the Upper West Side to forge an ...

Professional Development at Corlears: Investing in Our Teachers and Staff

Corlears fosters continuous growth among its early childhood teachers through its ...

Meeting Milestones: How to Support Your Toddler's Development

Corlears identifies potential developmental challenges, as well as activities for ...

Why We Take Our Elementary Students on Overnight Trips

Each year, Corlears takes its oldest elementary students on two different overnight ...

Learn. Play. Grow. Initiative Offers Free Family Activities

Free to the public on select Saturdays, LPG offers a variety of services, incl early ...

Corlears School Alumni Gives Back as Camp Counselor

Tenley Smith talks about her journey after Corlears, and why she was inspired when ...

8 Facts About Corlears School History

Read Corlears School history! Read through some fun historical information about the ...

Separation Anxiety Books for Toddlers and Parents

Prepare for the upcoming school year with these separation support resources for you and ...

Preparing for Preschool Activities

As the summer approaches, here are some helpful tips and resources to make the return to ...

How Our Playground Promotes Learning Through Play

Learn more about the intentional planning behind Corlears’ recent backyard renovation and ...

Black Lives Matter Week of Action at Corlears

Corlears School is proud to join schools for Black Lives Matter Week of Action, a week of ...

30 Social Justice Resources for Families

Families looking for ways to discuss identity, race, and taking action against racism ...

Reflecting on the True History of Thanksgiving with Children

We encourage families to honor the legacy of the Indigenous people of this land this ...

Downtown Independent Schools Present: Expert Advice on COVID-19 Vaccines for Young Children

Corlears School partnered with LREI, Village Community, and City and Country Schools to ...

Corlears Teachers Reflect on Joys, Overcoming Challenges of Pandemic

Our teachers reflect on the 2020-21 school year, and how they and their students ...

Corlears Launches New Toddler Program 'Roots'

Our progressive early childhood school is expanding its programming to include offerings ...

How a Social Studies Unit Inspired Elementary Students to Run a Clothing Drive

Corlears first and second graders culminated their study on Needs and Wants by partnering ...

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