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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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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.
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
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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. 

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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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.

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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Kindergarten Math: Teaching Number Combinations

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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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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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Service Learning Project for Nonprofit Ubuntu Mundo

Each year, Corlears’ graduating class of 10s students chooses a service learning project ...
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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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