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A message from Head of School David Egolf.

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 10–24 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.

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.

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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Corlears Celebrates 50th Anniverary with Backyard Birthday Party

We celebrated our 50th birthday with a classic backyard birthday party on Saturday, June ...
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Corlears Librarian Kyle Lukoff Talks About His New Picture Book, Being an Author

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Spring Embryology Study: Hatching Duck Eggs in Our Classrooms

Corlears School is preparing to welcome a flock of ducklings this month, thanks to the ...
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Gardening with Toddlers: How Planting Seeds Helps Children Understand Nature and Nurturing

In Corlears’ nursery and preschool classrooms, the toddlers are planting seeds, ...
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The Benefits of Field Trips: Exploring The World Outside Our Classrooms

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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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The Importance of Reading Aloud With Your Child

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Assembly: Making Connections and Building Skills

One of Corlears' strengths as a school is its supportive community that helps our ...
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City Kids: Using New York City as a Resource in the Classroom

It’s no secret that New Yorkers are a special breed. Living in one of the most active, ...
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