Update

Although our office is closed, we are pleased to be able to still 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.

Preschool Admissions NYC

Preschool Admissions Virtual Workshops

Learn when to start the application process, how to compile a list of schools using our comprehensive preschool workshop booklet, what to look for when touring a school and what to expect on your interview and child’s visit. It's all covered in our preschool admissions virtual workshop. See the schedule.

Understanding Racial Identity

Understanding Racial Identity: An Interview with Beverly Daniel Tatum

Beverly Daniel Tatum, Ph.D., president emerita of Spelman College, is a psychologist and the author of “Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?” And Other Conversations About Race. Here she answers questions posed by the Parents League. Read Here

Summer Virtual Office Hours

As we continue to work remotely this summer, our office will be open virtually Monday-Thursday from 10:00am to 3:00pm starting on June 15th. Preschool Admissions Workshops will continue to take place virtually after hours.

Virtual School Admissions Events

While you can't visit our wonderful member schools in person, they are making it possible for you to connect virtually. We will keep this list of virtual tours and open house events updated so that you can learn about schools for the upcoming admissions season. See the list 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

How both students and parents can prepare for the SSAT ISEE
How Both Students and Parents Should Prep for the ISEE & SSAT
Speaker:
David Phelps, Founder and Director of Forum Education
Venue:
Virtual Workshop
A link will be emailed to all registrants
New York, NY 10028
When:
Thursday, August 6, 2020
Time:
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Members: Register here
Non-Members: Buy Tickets here or become a member to attend for free
Kindergarten Admissions Workshop NYC
Kindergarten Admissions Virtual Workshop
Speaker:
Ann Spagnola, Parents League School Advisor
Venue:
Virtual Workshop
A link will be emailed to all registrants
New York, NY 10028
When:
Monday, August 10, 2020
Time:
12:00pm - 1:15pm
Fully Booked

Preschool Admissions Workshops

When:
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Time:
7:00pm - 8:30pm
When:
Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Time:
7:00pm - 8:30pm
When:
Monday, August 24, 2020
Time:
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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PLNY Blog

2020 Summer Virtual School Admissions Events

While you can't visit our wonderful member schools in person, they are making it possible for you to connect virtually.

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2020 Virtual Summer Camps and Online Programs

Keep your child entertained and educated for the summer through virtual summer camps and online programs offered by member schools of the Parents League of New York.

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