a co-ed, independent, inclusion school for grades k-12+

Admissions

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3 light-skinned students, one male and 2 female, smile for the camera at a desk
3 multicultural girls wearing school uniforms work together at a desk
3 students stand in front of their civil rights project
5 female students sit on a blanket and eat snacks during field day
3 students in red caps and gowns play and sing on a stage
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a multicultural group of adult students show the plates of food they made
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a female teacher and two female students work at a desk with art pens
4 students look over written and illustrated pieces arranged on a desk
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a multicultural group of students conduct science experiments at a large table
a woman talks to several students during an assembly
a light skinned female teacher works with a girl at her desk who is writing Fs on a whiteboard
students in simple costumes act out a play during an assembly
a teacher paints a flower on a girl's cheek during field day
a multicultural group of boys and girls put their hands in a circle with their coach during a volleyball match
a teacher stands behind three high school students working on art at a table
a multicultural group of students and adults hold a banner with the school's logo and a pride rainbow during a parade

Dear Prospective Parents,

On behalf of The IDEAL School of Manhattan, I am delighted to extend our warmest welcome to you and your family. Thank you for considering IDEAL as a potential educational home for your child. 

As a leading New York independent school, we take pride in being an inclusive community where every child is celebrated for their unique abilities and contributions. Our commitment to inclusion means that we welcome typically developing and advanced students as well as students with disabilities, fostering an environment of diversity, understanding, and kindness.

We understand that choosing the right school for your child is a significant decision, and we are here to support you every step of the way. 

We understand that choosing the right school for your child is a significant decision, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Our admissions team is dedicated to assisting parents navigate the application process, address any questions or concerns you may have, and provide a comprehensive overview of our programs and services.

I encourage you to visit our website's Open Houses and Tours page to learn more about the various opportunities available to tour our campus, meet our faculty, and experience firsthand the vibrant atmosphere of our school community. During your visit, you will have the chance to witness our commitment to inclusive education in action and see how we tailor our approach to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to our admissions office. We are here to serve as your partners in this important journey towards finding the ideal educational environment for your child.

Thank you again for considering IDEAL School of Manhattan. We look forward to the possibility of welcoming your family into our community and embarking on this exciting educational journey together- In the meantime, please feel free to visit our gallery for photos and videos of our students and faculty in action.

Hilary Smith
Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management
The IDEAL School of Manhattan

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Meet the Admissions Team

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Hilary Smith
Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management
hsmith@theidealschool.org

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Alexa Arata
Associate Director of Admissions
aarata@theidealschool.org

Out of all the schools that we looked at, IDEAL was the most perfect fit.

I love it! One of the best decisions I made in my life.