At a Glance
A Tiny International School With Big-Picture Ambitions
Families seeking an intimate, globally-minded elementary school with significant adult attention per child. This is ideal for parents who prioritize community feel over institutional amenities, want a nonsectarian progressive environment, and appreciate the benefits of a small school where teachers truly know every student by name. Best fit for East Village residents or families willing to commute into the neighborhood who value closeness over scale.
- Tiny scale: 73 students across all elementary grades means an exceptionally intimate community
- Low student-teacher ratio: 5.6:1 allows for significant individualized attention
- Nord Anglia network: Part of a global education organization with shared resources and international curriculum frameworks
- Nonsectarian progressive approach: No religious affiliation, with emphasis on inquiry-based and internationally-minded learning
- East Village location: High family density, walkable, with easy access to parks and neighborhood amenities
- Small size means limited class options, sports teams, and extracurriculars compared to larger private schools
- As a private school, tuition is significant — exact figures not disclosed but families should budget accordingly
- The international network model may feel less personal than a true neighborhood independent school
- With only 73 students, the school may feel too small for families seeking a more traditional private school experience with robust athletics and activities
- Progressive philosophy may not suit families seeking a more traditional academic approach
With just 73 students across grades PK-5 and a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio, this is one of the smallest elementary schools in Manhattan — meaning every child gets significant adult attention. The school operates as part of Nord Anglia Education's global network, which includes over 80 schools worldwide, giving it access to shared curricula, resources, and professional development that standalone private schools typically lack.
The student body is predominantly white (63%) with meaningful Asian representation (20.5%), and smaller Black (8.2%) and Hispanic (5.5%) populations. The diversity index of 0.67 is solid for a small private school, though not as diverse as you'd find in larger public schools. At this size, community is what you make of it — with only 73 students, everyone knows everyone, and parents tend to form tight-knit networks.
The East Village is one of Manhattan’s most family-friendly neighborhoods despite its bohemian reputation — it scores 90/100 for family density, meaning you're surrounded by strollers, playgrounds, and family-oriented businesses. This location on East 2nd Street places families in a walkable neighborhood with easy access to Tompkins Square Park, neighborhood playgrounds, and a mix of casual restaurants and coffee shops that cater to parents.
Excellent walkability — families can easily navigate on foot, and the neighborhood's compact scale means school runs don't require long commutes. The East Village's transit access (multiple subway lines) makes it workable for families living elsewhere in the city.
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What Parents Are Saying
Extremely positive reviews praising excellent teachers, small class sizes, rigorous but engaging curriculum, warm and caring staff, strong sense of community, multicultural and supportive environment. Parents describe it as a hidden gem with inclusive culture.
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in East Village.
- What grades does NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL serve?
- NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL?
- NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL public, charter, or private?
- NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL is a private school.
- What neighborhood is NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL in?
- NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL is in East Village, Manhattan.
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