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NYC's Only K-12+ Independent Inclusion School

     

The IDEAL School of Manhattan is an inclusion school dedicated to creating a diverse community that affirms and accepts the full identities of all people, while inspiring academic excellence, creative leadership, and a desire to build a more just and equitable world.

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Age 18-21

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Our Core Values

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Inclusion

Inclusion is the full acceptance of all students in order to create a sense of belonging in and outside of the classroom and to prepare students for productive lives as full members of a diverse and global society.

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Diversity

At IDEAL, no one leaves their identity at the door. IDEAL’s curriculum and programs are multicultural by design and intentionally develop an anti-bias perspective.

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Excellence

The IDEAL School of Manhattan sets high standards for all learners using differentiated instruction to meet each child where they are and to inspire a commitment to excellence and leadership in all of our students.

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Acceptance

IDEAL students value and seek out the perspectives of others and learn how to bring people together to make a positive difference in the community.

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Leadership

IDEAL fosters the social and emotional development of confident and compassionate young people who are prepared to contribute their voice and talents to create a more just and equitable society.

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Testimonials

Faculty and Alumni

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Alumni Parents

Antonio and Cristina

Faculty

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Alumni Parents

Germaine and Karen