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Welcome
A message from Head of School David Egolf.
DEIB
Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
About Corlears
Learn about Corlears School's history, educational philosophy, mission, core values, and more.
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Meet our faculty and staff and explore the directory.
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Admissions Overview
Everything prospective families need to know about Corlears admissions.
How to Apply
Outlining the admissions processes for each of our academic programs, from toddlers through PreK.
Events and Webinars
Visit our campus and go inside the curriculum with school leadership. 
Tuition & TEAM
Changing the paradigm from financial aid to equitable tuition level-setting for all families.
Quick Links
Toddler Application
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School Programs
Toddler
The Toddler program for ages 10–24 months celebrates the way toddlers learn best: through the art of play and wonderment.
Nursery
The Nursery program fosters the natural wonder and curiosity of 2- and 3-year-olds.
PreK
Empowering 4-year-old children to become even greater participants in their learning and school community.
Auxiliary Programs
Camp Corlears
Classic summer fun with plenty of outdoor play, arts and crafts, and fun with friends. Led by Corlears teachers. Open to all.
Learn. Play. Grow.
Free family activities available on select Saturdays throughout the school year.
See Complete Program Overview
Board of Trustees
Meet the volunteer Board of Trustees and learn more about the committees and structures that govern Corlears School.
School Calendar
Events, holidays, and school closings.
Families Association
Corlears families are important members of our school community, and we offer a number of ways to get involved.
Alumni
How to get connected and stay involved with Corlears School's alumni community.
Ways to Support
Corlears is a small school, but our community has a big heart — and many ways to get involved.
Make a Donation
Every dollar has a lasting impact — not just on  students attending Corlears today, but on all children who come through our doors.
Volunteer
There are a variety of opportunities available for current and alumni community members to get involved by volunteering their time. 

THE ROAD TO OUR FIRST ENDOWMENT

The Tuition Equity Fund (TEF) will serve as the foundation for Corlears School’s first-ever endowment. Corlears has committed significant resources to become the leading school for young children driven by diversity and equity. 

Through the Tuition Equity Fund, we strive to cultivate inclusion and belonging for all community members for generations to come. Your support of the TEF brings to life our vision of a vibrant and connected community like no other in New York City.

Learn More About the Tuition Equity Fund
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Events and Webinars

Discover upcoming events and webinars designed to help prospective families gain insight into our vibrant community and the developmental approach we bring to our classrooms.

Visit Us

Throughout the admissions season, we offer several ways to explore our vibrant classrooms, hear about our inquiry-based curriculum, and get to know our community.

In addition to Learn. Play. Grow., Corlears signature free weekend program open to all families, you can learn more about Corlears at the following in-person events open to the public.

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Connect with Admissions 

Interested in enrolling your child at Corlears School? Submit an inquiry and a member of the admissions team will follow up as soon as possible. For any questions, email us at admissions@corlearsschool.org. We look forward to getting to know your family!

Submit an Inquiry