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

Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Learn about Corlears School's history, educational philosophy, mission, core values, and more.

Meet our faculty and staff and explore the directory.

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Everything prospective families need to know about Corlears admissions.

Outlining the admissions processes for each of our academic programs, from toddlers through PreK.
Visit our campus and go inside the curriculum with school leadership. 

Changing the paradigm from financial aid to equitable tuition level-setting for all families.
School Programs
The Toddler program for ages 12–24 months celebrates the way toddlers learn best: through the art of play and wonderment.

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

Empowering 4-year-old children to become even greater participants in their learning and school community.
Auxiliary Programs
Classic summer fun with plenty of outdoor play, arts and crafts, and fun with friends. Led by Corlears teachers. Open to all.

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

Free family activities available on select Saturdays throughout the school year.
Meet the volunteer Board of Trustees and learn more about the committees and structures that govern Corlears School.

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

How to get connected and stay involved with Corlears School's alumni community.
Corlears is a small school, but our community has a big heart — and many ways to get involved.

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

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.

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The Corlears 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.

Learn. Play. Grow. Initiative Offers Free Family Activities

In October 2021, Corlears School launched the Learn. Play. Grow. initiative with the goal ...
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Corlears School Alumni Gives Back as Camp Counselor

After completing her sophomore year at college, Tenley Smith, an alumna of Corlears ...
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Separation Anxiety Books for Toddlers and Parents

Children attending school for the first time, or transitioning to a new classroom for the ...
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Activities to Prepare Your Child for Preschool

Is your child beginning school for the first time? You can prepare your child for the ...
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How Our Playground Promotes Learning Through Play

Throughout the summer of 2021, and just in time for the 2021-22 school year, the Corlears ...
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Black Lives Matter Week of Action at Corlears

8s, 9s, and 10s students spent their social justice meeting time discussing the Black ...
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30 Social Justice Resources for Families

Families looking for ways to discuss identity, race, and taking action against racism ...
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How to Talk About Race and Identity with Older Children

As children get older, they continue to pick up messages about race and develop racial ...
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How to Talk About Race and Identity with Kindergarteners

Ideas and stereotypes about identity and the identity of others begin forming when we are ...
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How to Talk About Race and Identity With Toddlers

Our identities, sense of self, and awareness of other people’s identities begin ...
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Corlears Board of Trustees Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

In 2020-21, members of the Corlears Board of Trustees affirmed their commitment to ...
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Kids Art Activity: How to Make Recycled Robots and Animals

You can find inspiration for art anywhere – including your recycling bin! If you’re ...
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Our Stand for Justice, Equity, and Inclusion

Dear Friends,
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Anti-Racist Parenting: Recommended Resources for White Families

When it comes to parenting, I believe that we are our child’s guide. They are looking and ...
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What Is Choice Time? Why Students Love This After-School Option

When school lets out, friends enrolled in our after-school program rush to enjoy extended ...
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Why We Love the Book ‘How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk’

By Amy-Marie Rivera, Former Assistant Head of School and Director of Teaching and Learning
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Corlears Alum and Author Amanda Stern Speaks About Anxiety in Children

This week, Corlears welcomed back alum Amanda Stern, the author of Little Panic: ...
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The Corlears Core Values

As we prepared for the start of a new school year, the Corlears faculty and staff placed ...
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Top Tips for Helping Toddlers with Separation Anxiety

Starting nursery school, preschool, or daycare for the first time are big, exciting ...
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3 Expert Tips to Stop 'Summer Brain Drain'

School may be out for the summer, but it’s critical that learning doesn’t take a pause ...
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