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.

2019 Middle and Upper School Panel Discussion

Middle/Upper and Boarding School Fairs and Panel Discussions

Parents League is pleased to announce the dates for our 2019 Fall Independent School Fairs and Panel Discussions. It is a wonderful opportunity for families who are applying to middle school, high school, or boarding school to informally meet with admissions representatives from over 150 schools. Join us on September 25th and 26th at Loyola School. Details on our events page

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.

Let's Play

Too early for preschool, but not sure what to do in the meantime? Get a copy of Let's Play: A Directory of Activities for Infants Toddlers & Preschoolers when you become a member of Parents League.

School Vacation Dates 2019/20

Planning ahead? We are here to help you stay up to date with the NYC private and independent school calendar. The following are the recommended NYC school vacation dates for independent schools in the 2019/20 academic year, provided by the Guild of Independent Schools.

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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.

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Upcoming Events

NYC Middle and High School Admissions
High School and Middle School Admissions Workshop: Part 2
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
When:
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Time:
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Fully Booked
Kindergarten Child Interview. Credit: Elena Seibert
The Kindergarten Child Interview
Speaker:
Nancy Schulman, Head of the Early Learning Center at Avenues: The World School and Ellen Birnbaum, Director of Early Childhood Programs for 92Y
Venue:
The Brotherhood Synagogue
28 Gramercy Park South
New York, NY 10003
When:
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Time:
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Members: Register here
Non-Members: Join here to attend Member Events

Preschool Admissions Workshops

When:
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Time:
9:00am - 10:30am
When:
Wednesday, September 25, 2019
Time:
9:00am - 10:30am
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PLNY Blog

Financial Aid for Private Schools in NYC

Are you concerned about private school tuition costs? Though the cost of tuition may seem daunting, we advise families to keep an open mind when searching for a private or independent school. Here we address common concerns about school affordability and the financial aid application process.

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Transferring from Public to Private School

by Gina Malin, Executive Director and Evie Gurney, School Advisor

Gina and Evie discuss the middle school and high school admission process when transitioning from public to private school.

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