Update

Although our physical office is closed, we are pleased to be able to still fully connect with you online for advisory appointments, admissions workshops and events. And check our blog to register for a virtual admissions event at one of our member schools. Further details here. 

Founded in 1913 as a coalition of parents and independent and private schools, the Parents League of New York supports families and children by providing a broad range of educational and parenting resources.

2021 Special Needs School Fair

Special Needs School Virtual Fair

How is a special needs school unique?...and could it be the right educational fit for your child? Join us Tuesday-Friday, February 2nd-5th, 2021 for this multi-day virtual fair features independent schools in the New York City Metro Area to find out. It's free and open to the public, so register here.

Preschool Admissions Virtual Workshop

Preschool Admissions Workshops

Join us for an interactive virtual workshop that guides families through the preschool admissions process: when to start, how to develop a list of preschools to consider, the application process, what to look for, and what to expect. The emphasis is on giving parents information and dispelling misinformation.

Virtual School Admissions Events 2020

2020-21 Winter Virtual School Admissions Events

While you may not be able to visit our wonderful member schools in person, they are making it possible for you to connect virtually. Learn about virtual tours, open house events and info sessions during this admissions season. See events here!

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School Notification and Reply Dates 2020-21

Planning ahead? We are here to help you stay up to date with the NYC private and independent school schedule. The following are the recommended NYC school 2020/21 notification and reply dates for many independent schools provided by the ISAAGNY. This includes early notification dates and legacy notification dates. See the dates here.

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If you represent an independent or private school click here to learn how to apply for School Membership, or call us at 212-737-7385. Annual membership dues are based on the total enrollment of the school.

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Upcoming Events

Special Needs Group Discussion
Special Needs Virtual Group Discussion
Speaker:
Chantal Aflalo and Laura Mazzaro, Special Needs School Advisors
Venue:
Virtual group discussion
A link will be emailed to all registrants
New York, NY 10028
When:
Monday, February 1, 2021
Time:
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Members: Please call the Parents League office at 212-737-7385 to register.
Non-Members: Join here to attend Member Events
How To Manage a School Transition for My Special Needs Child
How to Manage the Transition to a Special Needs School
Speaker:
Dr. David Salsberg, Clinical Neuropsychologist & Director, Pediatric Assessment, Learning & Support (PALS), Alexandra Hindes, Senior Associate and Jenna Pantel, Associate, The Law Offices of Neal H. Rosenberg
Venue:
Virtual Panel Discussion
A link will be emailed to all registrants
New York, NY 10028
When:
Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Time:
9:00am - 10:00am
Members: Register here
Non-Members: Register here

PLNY Blog

2021 Winter/Spring Virtual School Admissions Events

While you may not be able to visit our wonderful member schools in person, they are making it possible for you to connect virtually. We will keep this list updated so that you can learn about schools during this admissions season

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Surviving the Waitlist for NYC Independent Schools

Families can expect one of three outcomes as the admissions season for independent schools draws to a close: admit, deny or waitlist. While the first two are self-explanatory, people often ask what it means to be waitlisted.

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