Is WEST END DAY SCHOOL a good school?

Published quality ratings aren't available for WEST END DAY SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Upper West Side-Lincoln Square.

What grades does WEST END DAY SCHOOL serve?

WEST END DAY SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.

How do students get into WEST END DAY SCHOOL?

WEST END DAY SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.

Is WEST END DAY SCHOOL public, charter, or private?

WEST END DAY SCHOOL is a private school.

What neighborhood is WEST END DAY SCHOOL in?

WEST END DAY SCHOOL is in Upper West Side-Lincoln Square, Manhattan.

WEST END DAY SCHOOL

At a Glance

A Tiny Upper West Side School Where Every Child Is Basically a Name

Best suited for

Families on the Upper West Side seeking an extremely small, personalized educational experience for their young children — particularly those who value near-one-on-one attention over robust extracurricular programming, and who are comfortable with a less diverse student body than the surrounding neighborhood.

What stands out

3.2:1 student-teacher ratio — among the lowest in NYC private schools
Total enrollment of 43 students creates a true village feel
Serves pre-K through 5th grade in one small community
Nonsectarian progressive approach without religious affiliation
Located in one of Manhattan's most family-friendly neighborhoods

Things to consider

Very small size means limited extracurricular options (sports, arts) compared to larger schools
Low diversity in practice despite the index — families seeking a diverse community may want to look elsewhere
Tiny student body means limited peer options for socialization
High tuition typical of Manhattan private schools — expect a significant investment
May not be the best fit for children who thrive in larger social settings

IdentityThe School Operates On A Progressive, Child-Centered Approach. With Fewer Than 50 Students Total, There'S No Room For A One-Size-Fits-All Curriculum; Teachers Tailor Instruction To Individual Learners. The Nonsectarian Designation Means No Religious Instruction, Just A Focus On Academic Fundamentals Mixed With Social-Emotional Development.

A nonsectarian private school serving pre-K through 5th grade with an extraordinarily low 3.2:1 student-teacher ratio — this is essentially one-on-one tutoring disguised as a school.

CommunityModerate

With only 43 students across eight grade levels, this is an intimate community where families typically know each other well. The student body is predominantly white (70%), with 19% multiracial students and smaller Black (7%) and Hispanic (5%) populations.

NeighborhoodUpper West Side-Lincoln Square

The Upper West Side-Lincoln Square area is one of Manhattan's most family-dense neighborhoods, with plenty of green space (Central Park and Riverside Park are nearby), good restaurants, and a strong sense of community among parents with young kids.

The school sits in a highly walkable neighborhood near the 72nd Street subway hub, with easy access to Central Park West. Families living on the Upper West Side or in nearby areas will find the commute manageable.

Notable Programs

Social-emotional learning programIndividualized curriculumOrton-Gillingham and Great Leaps reading programsSaxon Math and TouchMathSTEAM/STEM program

What Parents Are Saying

Overwhelmingly positive - parents describe WEDS as transformative, with staff who deeply understand children's social-emotional needs; testimonials praise small class sizes, devoted teachers, and individualized attention; children who were shy and withdrawn became engaged and confident; parents value the partnership approach and supportive parent community

Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Is WEST END DAY SCHOOL a good school?: Published quality ratings aren't available for WEST END DAY SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Upper West Side-Lincoln Square.
What grades does WEST END DAY SCHOOL serve?: WEST END DAY SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.
How do students get into WEST END DAY SCHOOL?: WEST END DAY SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
Is WEST END DAY SCHOOL public, charter, or private?: WEST END DAY SCHOOL is a private school.
What neighborhood is WEST END DAY SCHOOL in?: WEST END DAY SCHOOL is in Upper West Side-Lincoln Square, Manhattan.

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