Visit independent schools and learn about their programs. Find 2023 school open houses, info sessions, school tours, and more! Our member schools are hosting a variety of in-person and virtual events this fall.
Parents League in the News
The Wall Street Journal
“Some NYC K-12 Schools Cross $50,000-a-Year Mark” by Leslie Brody
“Private School Tuition Bill Tops $40,000” by Sophia Hollander
WNYC.org
“Families Pay Private High School Deposits While They Await Public School Acceptances” by Reema Khrais
New York Family
“Preschool Admissions: Between Now & September” by Eric Messinger
“New York Family’s 2016 NYC Preschool Directory” by Gavriella Mahpour, Julia Malykh & Ben Berk
“The Public Face of Private Education” by Eric Messinger
New York Metro Parents
“Public vs. Private: How to Choose the Right School for Your Child” by Lisa Chung
DNA INFO
“Pre-K Guide: Everything You Need to Know to Get Your Child a Seat” by Julie Shapiro
Our Town
“School Overcrowding May be Contagious” by Alejandro Menjivar
Brick Underground
“The Buyer’s and Renter’s Guide to the NYC Elementary School Game” by Lucy Cohen Blatter & Mimi O’Connor
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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

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Take advantage of our many benefits including school admissions advice, events and publications.
Benefits
- School Advisory Appointments
- Parent and Caregiver Book Talks
- Admissions Workshops
- Parents League Publications
- Online School Directory
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