Theresa Bastrup-Hasman
We’re delighted that you’re considering Nord Anglia International School New York for your child’s education.
We’re looking forward to answering all of your questions and welcoming your family to our school.
Welcome message from Nord Anglia International School New York
Dear Families,
A very warm welcome to Nord Anglia International School New York. At NAISNY we invite children on a journey to learn critical thinking, promoting both intellectual and personal growth. We believe in an inclusive and global approach that builds on the strength of an international network of more than 80 Nord Anglia Education schools and strong local engagement.
Located in the desirable East Village in New York, one of the greatest cities in the world, Nord Anglia International School New York provides an exceptional education to students of 35 nationalities between the ages of 2 and 14. We teach a bespoke combination of the English National Curriculum, the International Primary Curriculum and the International Middle Years Curriculum in a supportive environment.
We teach English and Spanish here at our wonderful campus in the heart of New York, which includes a historic full-sized gym, a rooftop playground with a beautiful NYC skyline view and custom-built dance and drama studios. Our experienced and knowledgeable teachers use these facilities to deliver an exciting and innovative educational experience in collaboration with other leading schools and universities from around the world, including The Julliard School and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
Once again, we welcome you to the Nord Anglia International School New York family as your child embarks on a delightful journey of academic and personal growth this academic year and beyond.
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Nationalities
| Number of students |
240 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
35 |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish - and extra curricular Mandarin and French |
Classroom
| Average number of students per class |
12 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes to Year 2 / Grade 1 |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Various ways |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
We accommodate all religions and non religious families |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
MAP testing |
| Results in these examinations |
Various |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Depends on the age group |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
We don't have those stats |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Assessment |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
We only evaluate to see where they are - not to decide whether to accept them |
| Waiting list |
No |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
8:30 am |
| School finish time |
3:30 pm |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We offer a wide range of extracurricular activities for students who want to discover and learn something new. Some of our popular CCAs include: French for Native and Non-Native Speakers, Basketball, Advanced Ballet Technique instructed by Juilliard graduate, Beginning and Advanced Mandarin, Construction Club, Model United Nations, Robot Sumo, Cooking Club, Volleyball |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
We have a rooftop playground, a full-sized gymnasium, two dance and drama studios, a keyboard suite, an art studio, and an exploratory space for each year group. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
A full-sized gym; a rooftop play area; an indoor playroom. NAISNY has private access to the local YMCA pool and all students from Reception upwards benefit from the swimming program |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Nord Anglia International School New York is a British international private school in New York City. Its collaborations with MIT and Juilliard allows NAISNY to offer a truly unique curriculum that will help your child fulfill their potential. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
NAISNY prepares children for an exciting future. World-class teachers develop each student's skills, and give your child a unique international perspective. |
Why choose NAISNY?
Early Years | Ages 2-5
The Early Years curriculum starts your child off on the road of a lifelong learner, and develops numeracy and literacy through play.
Children from 2 to 5 years old learn in our bright, engaging, play-based environment. Our large open learning spaces and classrooms allow our youngest learners to develop personally, socially, and emotionally. Children build the confidence to develop academically and ultimately love learning in an international context.
Lower School | Ages 5-9
The International Primary Curriculum builds up your child's knowledge and understanding, and gives them a love of learning that makes the world an exciting place.
Lower School is for students 5 to 9 years old and comprises Years 1 through 4, US grades K-3. Students are warmly welcomed to an engaging environment where young minds thrive through daily challenges and achievements. With the benefits of small class sizes and large classroom spaces, the children can explore their learning with new opportunities.
Currently, we are working hard in improving the approach we give to the Lower School. We are working this term to develop our curriculum and environments for a fresh, more impactful approach in the new school year.
Upper School | Ages 9-14
In Upper School your child will use two means of study: the National Curriculum of England and the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC). Together, these provide an ideal way to guide your child forward.
Upper School at NAISNY comprises students aged 9-14 years old and is equivalent to Grades 4-8 in the American school system. In Upper School, students are at a unique stage; discovering independence but needing support to grow academically and personally. By using both the National Curriculum of England and the International Primary and Middle Years curriculums we offer a great solution, strengthened further by collaborations with MIT, Juilliard, and UNICEF.
Our Facilities
In addition to our bright and beautiful classrooms, we are also proud to offer our students both our rooftop playground, as well as our full-sized gymnasium. Sports and physical fitness are key pieces of our holistic curriculum.