In a meaningful shift that hasn’t gotten enough attention, Horace Mann, Ethical Culture Fieldston, Riverdale, Collegiate and Brearley have left ISAAGNY and are no longer following the shared admissions calendar. That calendar used to create some order in an otherwise stressful process—everyone applied, heard back, and decided on roughly the same timeline. Now, these schools … Continue reading The End of the “Common Calendar”? What It Means That Top NYC Schools Have Left ISAAGNY
Success Stories: Middle School Admissions Triumph
From a successful middle school applicant family today: Emily, I hope you are well. We wanted to share the good news that <Child> has been accepted to both <top Brooklyn> and <top Manhattan school> for the coming year. At this point, <top Manhattan school> feels like the strongest fit for <Child>, and he is genuinely … Continue reading Success Stories: Middle School Admissions Triumph
Soaring Private School Tuition in NYC: What to Know
Private school tuition in New York has reached a point that would have seemed unimaginable a decade ago. Schools that once hovered around the $40,000 mark — even Avenues charged about $40,000 per year when it opened and in its early years — are now demanding well over $70,000 a year. Thanks to Amanda Gordon … Continue reading Soaring Private School Tuition in NYC: What to Know
Why Families Seek Intuitive Educational Guidance: A Touching Parent’s Letter
Every so often, I receive a message that reminds me why I do what I do. A dad I worked with a few years back just wrote: Good Morning Emily, I am so happy to hear from you again. Emily, in our last meeting in Westchester you left in me strong impression of a deeply … Continue reading Why Families Seek Intuitive Educational Guidance: A Touching Parent’s Letter
Mastering Parent Interviews: Prep for Success
Parent interviews can be nerve-wracking. Even the most confident parents sometimes freeze or stumble when talking about their child, the school, or their family’s goals. That’s where my interview prep service comes in. I guide parents through the process so they feel calm, confident, and ready to present their child authentically. We cover the types … Continue reading Mastering Parent Interviews: Prep for Success
Discover BASIS Independent Brooklyn: Top K-12 Private School Open Houses
We were pleased to receive the following from BASIS Independent Brooklyn today: Learn why BASIS Independent Brooklyn consistently ranks among the top K-12 Private School in the nation at our upcoming fall Open Houses. Our Brooklyn school has two campuses, and it is part of a network known for its advanced curriculum that blends liberal … Continue reading Discover BASIS Independent Brooklyn: Top K-12 Private School Open Houses
The Importance of Personalized Essay Help in the Age of AI
Parents ask me: “Now that there’s AI, do we still need essay help?” Yes. AI writes. But it sounds like AI. Generic. Flat. Not like your child. Not like you. Schools notice. Three families just emailed me: “Thank you for the feedback. Incorporated and reads much better!!” and <Wife> just said "Wow, that is a … Continue reading The Importance of Personalized Essay Help in the Age of AI
The Truth About NYC Private School Admissions and Consultants
Families sometimes ask me: “Do you advocate for your clients with schools?” The answer is no—and that’s exactly as it should be. NYC private schools want to evaluate each child and family on their merits, not on their consultant. Admissions officers consistently make clear that they do not give preference to applicants because of a … Continue reading The Truth About NYC Private School Admissions and Consultants
How to Choose the Best Private School Admission Consultant: Rankings that Matter
Confused by consultant rankings? Discover what really matters when choosing a private school admission consultant. Expert tips, red flags, and insider advice.
Harrow School Launches $75K Co-Ed Campus in New York
As reported by Bloomberg’s Erin Hudson, the iconic British boarding school Harrow is opening a $75,000-a-year co-ed campus on Long Island this fall. Harrow International School New York will serve grades 6–12, offering both day and boarding options, and awarding the International Baccalaureate diploma. Students will wear British-inspired uniforms—with the school’s famous straw hats saved … Continue reading Harrow School Launches $75K Co-Ed Campus in New York