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Welcome
A message from Head of School David Egolf.
DEIB
Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
About Corlears
Learn about Corlears School's history, educational philosophy, mission, core values, and more.
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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 PreK.
Events and Webinars
Visit our campus and go inside the curriculum with school leadership. 
Tuition & TEAM
Changing the paradigm from financial aid to equitable tuition level-setting for all families.
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Toddler Application
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School Programs
Toddler
The Toddler program for ages 10–24 months celebrates the way toddlers learn best: through the art of play and wonderment.
Nursery
The Nursery program fosters the natural wonder and curiosity of 2- and 3-year-olds.
PreK
Empowering 4-year-old children to become even greater participants in their learning and school community.
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.
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. 

THE ROAD TO OUR FIRST ENDOWMENT

The Tuition Equity Fund (TEF) will serve as the foundation for Corlears School’s first-ever endowment. Corlears has committed significant resources to become the leading school for young children driven by diversity and equity. 

Through the Tuition Equity Fund, we strive to cultivate inclusion and belonging for all community members for generations to come. Your support of the TEF brings to life our vision of a vibrant and connected community like no other in New York City.

Learn More About the Tuition Equity Fund
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Samantha Campbell

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Samantha Campbell is the Director of Admissions and Educational Program at Corlears School. Before joining the Administrative team, Sam was formerly a Head Teacher in the Corlears nursery classrooms. She holds a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education and Literacy Studies. She has a passion for creating school environments where children can explore freely and be their truest selves. After 15 years of teaching she still has such a strong passion for this important and rewarding work with young children.

Blog Post by Samantha Campbell

Corlears Toddler Program in NYC: Wonder, Exploration, and Discovery

A toddler brings the pom-pom materials to the sensory table and drops them into the ...
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Building Social Skills: Teaching Toddlers How to Share

While toddlers at age 2 don't yet developmentally understand the concept of sharing, you ...
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How Reading Aloud Builds a Foundation for Literacy

The development of oral language is one of children’s most impressive accomplishments ...
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