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.

Office closed March 18th to 29th

The Parents League office will be closed for Spring Break from Monday, March 18th to Friday, March 29th. We will reopen on Monday, April 1 at 9:00am.

 

Parents League Preschool Admissions

Preschool Admissions Workshops 2019

This 90-minute workshop, led by a Parents League School Advisor, guides families through the preschool admissions process: when to start, how to develop a list of preschools to look at, the application process, what to look for, and what to expect. See the schedule here.

Special Education Kindergarten

Understanding the Special Education Kindergarten Process

For NYC parents of preschool-aged children who have special education needs, transitioning to kindergarten can be overwhelming. Join us on March 13 as the experienced team of attorneys at Skyer Law guide us through this stressful “turning 5” process. Register here

Parents League Review 2019

The Review

The Review is the annual education and parenting journal of the Parents League of New York. The 2019 issue includes articles by Wendy Mogel, Ron Taffel, Jean Schrieber, and more. Get your copy when you become a member, or purchase a copy here.

School Notification and Reply Dates 2018/19

If you're applying to independent schools for your child this fall, you'll want to mark these dates. Find out when the schools will notify you about acceptances and when you'll need to reply to them.

Become a Member

School Fair

Membership for Schools

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.

Benefits
  • Annual School Fairs
  • Panel Presentations for Prospective Parents
  • Member School Directory and Publications
  • Online Member School Directory
  • Advisory Services
  • Grade Openings
  • Workshops and Forums
  • Spring Reception

More Information about Memberships for Schools

Family Membership

Take advantage of our many benefits including school admissions advice, events and publications.

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Benefits
  • School Advisory Appointments and Workshops
  • Lectures, Panels and Events on Parenting and Education
  • Parents League Publications
  • Online School Directory
  • Camp Advice and Information
  • Office Bulletin Board and Tutoring File

More Information about Family Memberships

Financial Aid Memberships available.

Parents League Mailing List

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Upcoming Events

2019 NYC Middle and High School Admissions
Middle School and High School Admissions Workshop for Parents
Speaker:
Evie Gurney, Parents League School Advisor
Venue:
Parents League Office
115 East 82nd Street
Between Park & Lexington Avenues, first floor
New York, NY 10028
United States
When:
Wednesday, April 3, 2019
Time:
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Fully Booked
Special Needs Group Discussion
Speaker:
Chantal Aflalo, Special Needs School Advisor
Venue:
Parents League Office
115 East 82nd Street
New York, NY 10028
United States
When:
Thursday, April 4, 2019
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

Preschool Admissions Workshops

When:
Tuesday, April 2, 2019
Time:
5:30pm - 7:00pm
When:
Thursday, April 4, 2019
Time:
5:30pm - 7:00pm
When:
Thursday, April 11, 2019
Time:
5:30pm - 7:00pm
When:
Wednesday, April 17, 2019
Time:
5:30pm - 7:00pm
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PLNY Blog

Montessori and Mindfulness

by Brenda Mizel, Head of School, Metropolitan Montessori School

Recent research and academic writing have focused on this mind-body connection and the impact it can have on children’s brains and their ability to absorb new learning. Teaching mindfulness is a specific approach coming out of this research that integrates well with Montessori’s teachings of over a century ago.

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What If I Missed the Universal Pre-K Registration Deadline?

by Carrie Solomon, Parents League School Advisor

In the NYC public school system, pre-kindergarten is available for all 4-year-olds. All New York City families with children born in 2015 are eligible to participate in Pre-K for All for the 2019-2020 school year.

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