Cultivating success in
every child for over 100 years
NYSAIS-accredited college preparatory school in the heart of Jackson Heights.
Our Mission
Where every student is known and empowered
Garden School, in the independent tradition, affirms the primacy of learning. We empower every student in our educationally diverse community to responsibly meet the challenges of everyday life by promoting academic achievement, personal development and social involvement. We further believe that by recognizing each student’s individual identity, Garden School fosters the self-worth necessary to succeed.
Why Garden School?
Students are at the center of everything we do.
Known as an
Individual
Small-by-design, classes are led by faculty who truly know each student's strengths, interests, and goals.
Diverse Queens
Community
With 44+ languages spoken at home and 61% of our students identifying as students of color, Garden fosters a vibrant, global community where cultural exchange is part of everyday life.
Rigorous, Innovative
& Inspiring
Dual-enrollment opportunities, state-of-the-art labs, advanced STEM and robotics, a vibrant theater and arts program, within an evolving campus designed to inspire bold thinking, creativity, and achievement.
An Investment in
Your Child’s Future
Garden School combines strong academics, individualized support, and a vibrant student experience at a tuition that remains more accessible than most New York City independent schools.
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Our Academic Programs
A seamless journey from nursery through Grade 12
At Garden School, students grow within a thoughtfully designed continuum from their earliest years through graduation.
Nursery · Pre-K · Kindergarten
Early Childhood
Our Early Childhood program Nursery, Pre-K, and Kindergarten nurtures curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning through a joyful, individualized, and supportive environment.
Grades 1–6
Lower Division
In the Lower Division students build strong academic foundations while exploring a wide range of interests through enriching classes taught by specialists.
Grades 7–12
Upper Division
By the time students reach the Upper Division they benefit from personalized attention, meaningful mentorship, and a dynamic educational experience that prepares them for college and beyond.
Garden by the Numbers
Excellence · Accessibility · Community
Stories from Garden
Hear from our Community
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“Garden gave me the freedom to take risks — on the stage, on the field, in the classroom. My teachers knew my name, my goals, and pushed me every single day.”
Garden Alumna, Class of 2023
Accepted: Georgetown University
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