Lower School
Welcome to the Lower School at IDEAL!
At IDEAL, we’re proud to be the only fully inclusive independent school in New York City. Our Lower School serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade in a warm, welcoming environment that supports every child’s unique learning journey. With help from our expert teachers, students grow academically, develop curiosity, and build the confidence to take smart, healthy risks in their learning.
Diversity is at the heart of who we are. We value and celebrate each student’s background, identity, and perspective. Here, students learn to think critically, respect differences, and see the world with awareness and empathy.
We also hold high expectations for academic success. With small class sizes and personalized instruction, our teachers help each student grow in ways that are meaningful and engaging. Through hands-on projects and creative, cross-subject learning, students gain confidence in their ideas and how to express them.
Thanks for exploring IDEAL. The best way to get to know us is to visit! Come see our Lower School in action—we’d love to meet you.