Global School Brooklyn vs Pine Street School - Lower Elementary School

	G Global School Brooklyn New York, United States	P Pine Street School - Lower Elementary School New York, United States
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year $23,600 - 36,000	Fees / year $26,100 - 62,250
Age range	Age range 3 - 14 years	Age range 1 - 9 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, IB (MYP)	Curriculum IB (PYP), Montessori Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 182	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, German, Spanish	Instruction language English, Spanish, Mandarin
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location 760 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY 11216, Crown Heights, Brooklyn. The campus was completed in 2022 and is easily accessible by public transportation.	Location Lower Elementary Campus: 25 Pine Street, New York, NY 10005; Middle School Campus: 156 William Street, New York, NY 10038. Nestled in the heart of Lower Manhattan. The school operates on two campuses in Manhattan.
Stages	Stages Preschool (3s & 4s); Lower School (K-5); Middle School (6-8)	Stages Early Childhood: Nursery ages 12 months–4 years; Elementary: Kindergarten–Grade 5; Middle School: Grade 6–8.
School type	School type —	School type The school is an International Baccalaureate World School.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school is inclusive and works with families to explore potential accommodations and support services.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Doors open at 8:00am. Grades 1 and up run 8:30am–3:30pm; Preschool/Kindergarten run 8:45am–3:00pm. After-school programming runs 3:45pm–5:15pm; early drop-off begins at 8:00am.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Bus service is provided for eligible students with set stops (no door-to-door service). It follows the public school calendar; pick-up/drop-off points are DOE-generated. After-school bus service is not available. For questions contact Ashley Padilla at (516) 266-9301.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & Admissions Fees - Clarity financial-aid application submission fee: USD 65 per household (charged when submitting the Clarity application unless an existing Clarity account is already in place). - One-time new-enrollment (registration) fee: USD 1,000 (one-time, due at enrollment for new families). Annual Tuition — 2026/27 school year (annual amounts by program / year group) - Preschool (ages 3s and 4s): - 5 days: USD 33,500 per year. - 4 days: USD 28,600 per year. - 3 days: USD 23,600 per year. - Lower School (Grades K–5): USD 33,500 per year. - Middle School (Grades 6–8): USD 36,000 per year. Other annual/recurring fees - Yearly facility fee: USD 1,000 per year (charged with scheduled installment). Billing schedule and payment terms - Deposit and installments: - Incoming families: a 10% deposit plus the one-time enrollment fee is due at contract signing. First installment is due March 15, 2026. Second installment and the year facility fee are due September 15, 2026. - Continuing families: first installment due March 15, 2026; second installment and facility fee due by September 15, 2026. - Afterschool program billing: afterschool tuition is calculated per session (per school year). Most classes are USD 1,600 per session/year. Tuition for afterschool may be paid in full at registration or in two installments (first installment due at registration; second installment due September 15). Cancellation for afterschool: 50% of the total cost if cancelled before September 15; no refund if cancelled after September 15. Per-term (example) breakdown based on the school's deposit + two-installment schedule — illustrative calculations - The school requires a 10% deposit at signing and then schedules two installments (March 15 and September 15). The school materials do not itemize exact installment percentages beyond the 10% deposit; the following figures show how annual tuition would break down if the remaining 90% were split equally between the two scheduled installments (this is an arithmetic example based on the published schedule): - Preschool (5 days) — USD 33,500/year: deposit 10% = USD 3,350; remaining = USD 30,150 → two equal installments of USD 15,075. - Preschool (4 days) — USD 28,600/year: deposit = USD 2,860; remaining = USD 25,740 → two equal installments of USD 12,870. - Preschool (3 days) — USD 23,600/year: deposit = USD 2,360; remaining = USD 21,240 → two equal installments of USD 10,620. - Lower School (K–5) — USD 33,500/year: deposit = USD 3,350; remaining = USD 30,150 → two equal installments of USD 15,075. - Middle School (6–8) — USD 36,000/year: deposit = USD 3,600; remaining = USD 32,400 → two equal installments of USD 16,200. - Note: the above installment numbers are an illustrative calculation using the published 10% deposit plus two scheduled payments; the school's billing materials specify the deposit and dates but do not publish explicit percentage splits for the two scheduled installments. Boarding fees - The school is a day program serving preschool through grade 8 and does not operate a boarding program; no boarding fees apply. Other costs and optional fees - Afterschool enrichment: most classes USD 1,600 per session/year; classes requiring more resources are higher. Registration is via Active (enrichment registration) and the afterschool program's cancellation and refund rules apply (50% refund before Sept 15; no refund after Sept 15). - What tuition covers: tuition includes required texts and materials, library books, routine field trips, and early-morning drop-off beginning at 8:00 a.m. (these items are included in the published tuition). Refunds and cancellation terms - Afterschool refund terms: if a family cancels afterschool enrollment before September 15, the cancellation fee is 50% of the total cost; if cancelled after September 15 there is no refund. - General tuition refunds: the school's published tuition and financial-aid materials list the deposit and installment schedule but do not publish a separate, general tuition refund policy in the same materials. The afterschool program is the only area with a clearly stated cancellation/refund schedule in the school's published program-specific materials. Fee payment options and mechanics - Billing and tuition management are handled through FACTS (FACTS login is used for school billing). FACTS supports multiple payment-plan structures (pay-in-full, semi-annual, quarterly, monthly plans) and offers ACH/bank drafting and credit-card payment options through its payment services; families typically enroll in a FACTS payment plan or use FACTS' online payment methods. Transaction or processing fees may apply through FACTS for certain payment methods. If you need these fee items entered into a database field-by-field, the above lists all published fee line items, billing schedule, and program-specific optional fees (afterschool) for the 2026/27 academic year as published for Global School Brooklyn.	Fee details Application fee - No public, published application fee amount is available in the school's admissions or tuition pages. The school uses an online admissions portal for applications. Tuition fees by year group (2026–2027 academic year) - Half Day Nursery Ones & Twos — Annual: USD 26,100. - One‑payment: USD 26,100. - Two installments (50% / 50%): USD 13,050 per installment. - Nine installments (1/9): USD 2,900 per installment. - Nursery Ones — Annual: USD 50,500. - One‑payment: USD 50,500. - Two installments: USD 25,250 per installment. - Nine installments (1/9): approximately USD 5,611.11 per installment. - Nursery Twos — Annual: USD 49,250. - One‑payment: USD 49,250. - Two installments: USD 24,625 per installment. - Nine installments (1/9): approximately USD 5,472.22 per installment. - Preschool Threes — Annual: USD 52,750. - One‑payment: USD 52,750. - Two installments: USD 26,375 per installment. - Nine installments (1/9): approximately USD 5,861.11 per installment. - Junior Kindergarten — Annual: USD 57,700. - One‑payment: USD 57,700. - Two installments: USD 28,850 per installment. - Nine installments (1/9): approximately USD 6,411.11 per installment. - 1st–2nd Grade — Annual: USD 58,700. - One‑payment: USD 58,700. - Two installments: USD 29,350 per installment. - Nine installments (1/9): approximately USD 6,522.22 per installment. - 3rd–5th Grade — Annual: USD 59,700. - One‑payment: USD 59,700. - Two installments: USD 29,850 per installment. - Nine installments (1/9): approximately USD 6,633.33 per installment. - Middle School (Grades 6–8) — Annual: USD 62,250. - One‑payment: USD 62,250. - Two installments: USD 31,125 per installment. - Nine installments (1/9): approximately USD 6,916.67 per installment. (Annual tuition figures and the availability of one, two, or nine installment plans are published for 2026–2027.) Sibling discount - A 10% tuition discount is applied for the youngest sibling when multiple children from the same family are enrolled (applies to Pine Street School and its sister school Battery Park Montessori). Billing schedule and payment terms - The school offers flexible payment plans with the option to pay tuition in one, two, or nine installments. The one‑payment option is full annual tuition; the two‑payment option divides the annual tuition into two equal installments; the nine‑payment option divides the annual tuition into nine equal installments. Exact billing dates, installment due dates, and any administrative payment fees are not published on the public tuition page. Boarding fees - Pine Street School is a day school serving Nursery through Grade 8; it does not operate a boarding program. There are no boarding fees. Other costs and fees - Items explicitly included in tuition: books and materials, snacks and lunch, access to educational technology (iPads and MacBooks), field trips, and transportation during the school day. These items are stated as included in the published tuition coverage. - After‑school care / extended day: After‑school care is available until 6:00 pm for a nominal fee; co‑curricular clubs and many enrichment classes are included in tuition, while specialized enrichment offered by external providers may carry separate fees. Exact prices for extended‑day or external enrichment programs are not published on the public pages. - Uniforms and clothing: No public, published uniform fee or uniform cost schedule is shown on the school's public pages. - One‑time or routine additional charges: The public tuition statement does not list explicit one‑time registration, enrollment, or tuition‑deposit amounts on the tuition or admissions pages. If any registration or enrollment deposit applies, it is not published on the pages used for this summary. Refund information - A public refund, withdrawal, or tuition‑deposit refund policy is not published on the school's tuition, admissions steps, or parent‑FAQ pages. No specific refund schedule or percentage (for mid‑year withdrawal or cancelled enrollment) is available on those public pages. Fee payment options (methods) - The school uses an online parent/admissions portal for inquiries and admin processes. The tuition page lists flexible installment options but does not publish specific accepted payment methods (for example: which card types, ACH/bank transfer, checks, or third‑party tuition processors are accepted). Those method details and any administrative payment fees are not publicly listed on the tuition, admissions, or parent FAQ pages. Brief summary of findings and gaps - Published and available: clear annual tuition figures for each grade band for 2026–2027, the fact that tuition covers books/materials/lunch/technology/field trips/transportation, availability of one/two/nine installment payment plans, and the 10% youngest‑sibling discount. - Not published on public pages: a specific application fee amount (if any), any enrollment/registration deposit amount and its refundability, the full billing calendar (exact due dates) and administrative payment fees, specific per‑service pricing for extended‑day/enrichment items, a uniform fee schedule, and the school's formal refund/withdrawal policy. The school's online parent/admissions portals are used for billing and enrollment administration but these portals require account access for detailed billing items and schedules.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements Before-school care starts at 7:45 am; after-school care until 6:00 pm; enrichment programs available.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Lunch is served on campus by Little Green Gourmets.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Board of Trustees under New York State non-profit law; the Board is responsible for financial oversight, strategic planning, tuition levels and payment policies, compliance, risk management, and the hiring of senior leadership.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Global School Brooklyn offers an inquiry-based, holistic curriculum focused on academic inquiry, social-emotional learning, and bilingual education through German-English or Spanish-English tracks. The Lower School teaches primarily in the target language (German or Spanish) with English support. The school serves Preschool (3s & 4s), Lower School (K-5), and Middle School (6-8). The school is a candidate for the IB Middle Years Programme and pursues authorization as an IB World School. In Middle School, German is taught with preparation for the Deutsches Sprachdiplom I (DSDI) in Grade 8; the program includes German, Spanish, English, Social Studies, Mathematics (Illustrative Mathematics), and Integrated Science (Amplify Science).	Curriculum details Pine Street School is an International Baccalaureate World School. The IB framework guides learning from Nursery through Middle School, and the school is an authorized IB World School for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and a candidacy school for the Middle Years Programme (MYP). The IB emphasizes inquiry-based learning, a global perspective, balanced growth, and action that connects learning to real-world contexts. Language immersion is central to the curriculum, with Spanish and Mandarin taught through immersion for Kindergarten–Grade 5, and Ones & Twos offered in a tri-lingual English/Spanish/Mandarin format; German is added in Middle School. Early childhood and elementary programs integrate IB principles with hands-on, transdisciplinary learning, supported by Montessori materials in the preschool years. Technology is integrated across grades to enrich inquiry, collaboration, and problem-solving, and the program aims to develop basic interpersonal language skills (BICS) and higher-level academic language (CALP) through immersive lessons.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression GSB provides high school guidance to 8th graders and publishes the destinations of its graduates. 2025 graduates were admitted to Beacon, BK Friends, Brooklyn Prospect, Brooklyn Tech, Edward Murrow, LaGuardia, Harbor School, and UNIS. 2024 graduates were admitted to LaGuardia, Brooklyn Tech, Brooklyn Latin, UNIS, and other NYC high schools. 2023 graduates were admitted to Stuyvesant, Edward Murrow, LaGuardia, and Brooklyn Tech.	Higher education progression The inaugural 8th grade class was accepted to a broad range of high schools and independent schools in New York City and beyond, including Avenues: The World School, Berkeley Carroll, Birch Wathen Lenox, Brooklyn Friends, Brooklyn Latin, Calhoun, Dwight, Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School, Spence, UNIS, and many others. All applying students were admitted to their first-choice school. The school partners with Smart City Kids for high school placement, providing tutoring, workshops, and 1:1 consulting starting in 7th grade.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Social-emotional learning is a defined component of GSB's Academics. SEL empowers individuals to understand and manage their emotions, fostering empathy and responsible decision-making. It cultivates self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and strong interpersonal skills that help students build positive relationships and collaborate effectively. The program is integrated with bilingual learning and inquiry-based approaches to nurture a global mindset. The guiding principles Open Minds, Open Hearts, and a World of Possibilities emphasize empathy, respect for diverse cultures, and collaborative learning.	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) GSB maintains a non-discrimination policy and a Statement of Inclusivity that affirms equity and inclusion for diverse backgrounds. The admissions page describes an inclusive environment and the school's commitment to removing barriers to access. Staff support includes a social-emotional coach to assist students, and the Responsive Classroom model is used to keep behavior expectations clear. The school provides professional development for teachers on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and engages families through the Global Community Committee to learn and grow together. The school exposes students to cultures and languages to affirm identity and foster belonging.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language German-English immersion is offered from Preschool to 8th grade, with subjects taught in English or German. Spanish-English immersion was added starting with Preschool in September 2025. The dual-language program supports bilingual fluency, biliteracy, and bicultural understanding.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Social-emotional learning supports students' mental wellbeing by helping them understand and regulate emotions, develop empathy, and interact positively with others. A social-emotional coach provides direct support to students. The school's inclusive, inquiry-based approach and bilingual environment contribute to a supportive community.	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding GSB promotes equity, inclusion, and respectful treatment through a non-discrimination policy and an inclusivity statement. The school uses the Responsive Classroom model to establish clear behavior expectations and employs a social-emotional coach to support students. Staff receive professional development on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and families participate in Global Community Committee activities to strengthen safeguarding and community wellbeing.	Safeguarding —
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Completed in 2022, the campus is in Crown Heights, Brooklyn and is easily accessible by public transportation. The space is designed to be functional and flexible, with many rooms serving multiple purposes. Bright, spacious classrooms are filled with natural light and cheerful colors, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The on-site facilities include a gymnasium, a rooftop field, and an art room. Two nearby playgrounds are used for outdoor play.	Facilities overview Two downtown Manhattan campuses: Lower Elementary School at 25 Pine Street and Middle School at 156 William Street. The school uses technology-enabled learning with a 1:1 Apple device program, and Pine Street School has Apple Distinguished School status since 2022.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The facilities include a fully equipped gym. There is a rooftop soccer field. There is a terrace and a preschool play area. Afterschool sports programs include soccer, capoeira, and basketball. The Middle School Sports League includes volleyball, soccer, and basketball.	Sports facilities Athletics & PE are a core part of the program, focusing on lifelong wellness, resilience, and teamwork. Students compete in Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Cross Country, and Track & Field, and the downtown Manhattan location enables partnerships with local athletic facilities to broaden access.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities German-English immersion is available from Preschool through 8th grade; subjects are taught in English or German. Spanish-English immersion was added in Preschool in September 2025. In the early grades, the Montessori method is used; in middle school, the IB Middle Years Program (MYP) curriculum is followed. Preschool classrooms are designed for independent exploration with Montessori-inspired setups and accessible learning materials. There is an on-site art room to support creativity.	Academic facilities Technology & Innovation support learning with hands-on coding and robotics; elementary students use iPads for coding, animation, and math practice. Middle School students study Technology & Innovation with AI, drones, and app development using platforms like Swift Playgrounds, Scratch, Sphero, and micro:bit. Pine Street School is an Apple Distinguished School, reflecting its tech-enabled, innovative approach. Language immersion is a core academic feature across grades: Kindergarten–5th Grade dual immersion in Spanish/English or Mandarin/English; Preschool 3s & 4s dual immersion; Ones & Twos are trilingual in English, Spanish, and Mandarin.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The gym hosts youth basketball and community activities. Spring Fling is an annual fundraiser featuring games and activities. Tacoberfest celebrates German and Spanish-speaking cultures with music and food. Read Around The World is a Brooklyn Book Festival event featuring storytime in multiple languages. The space is open in evenings and weekends to external organizations, using the gym, meeting area, and outdoor roof space to welcome the community.	Extra curricular facilities Extended Day offers after-school care until 6:00 pm, with general care and an array of enrichment programs. Enrichment options include Coding & Robotics, Taekwondo, Music Lessons, Cooking, and Dancing, with programs run by external providers and refreshed each trimester. Co-curricular programs for upper elementary and middle school include Drama, Debate, Jr. Model UN, Math Club, and seasonal league team sports. Before-school care begins as early as 7:45 am.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Global School Brooklyn was founded by Muriel Plag and Kathrin Nagle, with invaluable support from Christine Krabs and Sonja Einoedter. They envisioned an immersive, bilingual environment that lets students learn in two languages while developing a deep appreciation for diverse cultures and global perspectives. Their commitment to community and educational excellence established the school's foundation. The campus operates from 760 Sterling Place in Brooklyn.	History Located in Lower Manhattan, Pine Street School is a multilingual International Baccalaureate World School offering Spanish and Mandarin immersion from Nursery through Elementary and German in Middle School. The downtown location makes New York City a living classroom. A dedicated Middle School building operates at 156 William Street, with expansion plans underway at 25 Pine Street. The school is accredited by NEASC and has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School for its one-to-one MacBook program and technology-forward approach. Head of School Anna Rita Pergolizzi-Wentworth leads the school, guiding an IB-informed, globally experienced faculty who strive to know, value, challenge, and celebrate every student.
Community	Community GSB's small size fosters a close-knit, collaborative community where students, faculty, and parents communicate openly and share experiences. Diversity is celebrated as part of the school's identity and enriches school life. The community hosts events including the Prospect Park Run, a School-wide Spring Celebration, a Bilingual Book Fair, a Winter Market, a Neighborhood Concert, a Laternenlauf mit Wurzelkinder, and a Parents' Night Out. A Neighborhood Community initiative engages students in helping neighbors in need through volunteer work.	Community Education thrives through collaboration and connection at Pine Street School. The school partners with organizations such as NORY for STEM programming, Little Green Gourmets for healthy school lunches, German School Manhattan, ACIS, Smart City Kids, Real Asia, the Parents League of NY, and Pace University to extend opportunities and support for students and families. These partnerships help build a vibrant, informed, and engaged learning community beyond the classroom.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The Parents Association is integral to GSB's success, serving as a vital link between families and the school and fostering open communication and a strong sense of community. It supports school activities, fundraising, and volunteerism, enriching the educational experience. Events organized by the PA include GSB & BAM, Lunar New Year celebration, Iranian New Year, a Bilingual Book Fair, a Parents' soccer league, and Fyütch appearances at GSB. Families may get involved by contacting the PA at the provided email address (parentsassocgsb@gmail.com).	Parent teacher association The Pine Street School Spirit Store, run in partnership with Battery Park Montessori, is open and 10% of proceeds benefit the PTA. The store demonstrates the school's commitment to supporting the PTA through community-driven fundraising.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school emphasizes inquiry-based, project-based learning across age groups. Lower School emphasizes hands-on exploration and project-based work in Sachkunde, science, and humanities. The Middle School uses Amplify Science for integrated science instruction and hosts a spring science expo. Field trips and experiential learning are integral, including Frost Valley (Grades 5-6), a Boston trip (Grade 7), and an eighth-grade international exchange with a German partner school.	Academic & intellectual Pine Street School is a multilingual International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) in early childhood and elementary, and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) in middle school. The inquiry-based approach is rooted in the IB framework, emphasizing deep thinking, collaboration, and real-world connections. It is described as the only authorized IB PYP school in the area, with a curriculum that combines rigorous academics with language immersion and global citizenship.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Afterschool offers drama, woodworking, visual arts, performing arts, STEAM topics, sports/movement, and music. The Lower School dance program builds creative dance concepts and culminates in performances during Project Week. Middle School Movement & the Arts covers Physical Education, Music, and Visual Art, with students performing and creating. Art and design are integrated across the curriculum with hands-on projects and collaboration.	Arts & creative Arts, music, and drama are integral to the Pine Street experience. Visual arts encompass drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, and digital art taught through inquiry-based learning. Music education includes vocal and instrumental performance, ensemble work, and music theory, while drama develops confidence, collaboration, and communication.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language German-English or Spanish-English bilingual tracks immerse students from early grades in two languages. The German program in Middle School aims for the Deutsches Sprachdiplom I (DSDI) in Grade 8. There is an eighth-grade international exchange program with a German school. Global Mindset includes cultural events such as World Kindness Day, Lunar New Year, Bilingual Book Fair, and multilingual readings and performances.	Cultural & language Preschool 3s and 4s participate in dual immersion with two teachers—one for each language (Spanish/English or Mandarin/English). Ones and Twos feature tri-lingual immersion with English, Spanish, and Mandarin led by a rotating team of teachers. Kindergarten through 5th grade uses dual immersion with two teachers—one for each language (Spanish/English or Mandarin/English). In 6th–8th grade, students study in Spanish/English or Mandarin/English, with German offered as a third language.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Winter and Spring Celebrations and the Middle School Dance provide social and cultural events. Advisory and the student government elections engage students in leadership and event planning. Lower School students elect class and school-wide representatives who collaborate on projects and advocate for peers. Middle School student government leads school-wide initiatives and collaborative art projects, including a mural celebrating diversity.	Social & hobbies International Night brings the Pine Street School community together through music, dance, and diverse cultures. The community is described as curious, energetic, and heartwarming, with strong academics. Student life includes leadership and project work, such as the Pine Street Monthly run by Student Government and student-led events like Shared Breakfasts.
Community & service	Community & service Service learning is integral, with activities like park cleanups and food drives, including the Extra Sandwich Friday initiative and a winter coat drive organized by 8th graders. Students volunteer at Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen and participate in environmental and kindness initiatives. These experiences foster compassion, social responsibility, and global awareness.	Community & service The school engages in partnerships with organizations such as NORY (STEM programming), Little Green Gourmets (healthy school lunches), German School Manhattan (IB affiliation), ACIS (education travel), Smart City Kids, Real Asia, Parents League of NY, Pace University, and others. These partnerships reflect a commitment to collaboration, community engagement, and extending learning beyond the classroom.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Student government operates at class and school levels, with elections and projects that empower student leadership. Advisory supports planning, organization, and time management and helps prepare students for high school applications. Middle School also offers leadership opportunities through projects and events led by students.	Leadership & professional Middle School Student Government leads initiatives such as shared breakfasts for younger students, showing student-led leadership and community-building. The Pine Street Monthly is produced by Student Government, giving students opportunities to lead and publish. These activities illustrate formal and informal leadership experiences across the Middle School.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical Education is taught multiple times weekly, with running, yoga, gymnastics, and fitness, plus soccer and other team games. Movement & the Arts include dance and music, taught indoors and outdoors. Everyday Play emphasizes social, emotional, and physical growth through play and outdoor time, including Forest Week and outdoor learning.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Athletics and physical education are central to the school's holistic approach, fostering lifelong habits of wellness, resilience, and teamwork. The program offers a range of sports, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, cross country, and track & field. The goal is building confidence, collaboration, and healthy habits both on and off the field.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught include German, Spanish, and English. The school provides language support in English, Spanish, and German through small-group instruction. In Lower School, mathematics is taught primarily in the target language with English support; differentiated placement for ELL (English Language Learners) and SLL (Second Language Learners) is available.	Language provision English, Spanish, and Mandarin are taught through immersion programs from Preschool through 8th grade. German is studied in middle school as a third language. The program uses differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning styles and focuses on developing Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills (BICS) and Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency (CALP) through culturally rich, immersive lessons.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching German-English immersion runs Preschool through 8th grade. In 3s–4s and Kindergarten, instruction is 70% German / 30% English; in Grades 1–8, instruction is 50% German / 50% English. The German program uses Montessori in the early years and the IB Middle Years Program in middle school, and includes a Deutsches Sprachdiplom I (DSDI) exam in 8th grade. Spanish-English immersion begins at Preschool (3s & 4s) in September 2025, with 70% Spanish / 30% English in 3s–4s and 50% / 50% in Grades 1–8.	Bilingual teaching Preschool 3s–4s: dual immersion with two dedicated teachers for English and another language (Spanish or Mandarin). Ones & Twos: trilingual immersion led by a rotating team of three teachers—English, Spanish, Mandarin. Kindergarten–5th Grade: dual immersion with two dedicated teachers for each language (Spanish/English or Mandarin/English). 6th Grade–8th Grade: advanced study in Spanish/English or Mandarin/English with German added as a third language.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs German-English immersion from Preschool through 8th grade; Spanish-English immersion from Preschool (3s & 4s) onward. 3s & 4s + Kindergarten: 70% in the target language; 1st–5th: 50% in each language; 6th–8th: 50% Spanish and 50% English. In the German track, math and science are taught in English, while biology and history are taught in German; in the Spanish track, instruction is balanced across languages.	Immersion programs Preschool 3s–4s: dual immersion with two dedicated teachers for English and another language (Spanish or Mandarin). Ones & Twos: trilingual immersion with English, Spanish, Mandarin led by three teachers rotating. Kindergarten–5th Grade: dual immersion with two teachers for each language (Spanish/English or Mandarin/English). 6th Grade–8th Grade: continued study in Spanish/English or Mandarin/English, with German taught in middle school as a third language.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 6 Steps from start to finish 1. Create an account on Ravenna. The admissions process for the 2026-27 school year begins on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Our online admissions forms and events are hosted by the Ravenna online application system. To create an account please sign up here. 2. Register for a tour. This is a great opportunity to interact with GSB's exceptional teachers and current families. Come see our campus and learn more about our program. RSVP through your Ravenna account. 3. Submit your application and your student's school report. Submit your online application along with the application fee using your Ravenna account. We require report cards and teacher evaluations for all grade levels, except for Preschool. We require writing samples in English and German for students applying for grades 6 and higher. 4. Apply for financial aid. GSB offers financial aid to applicants for Kindergarten and above, recognizing the importance of making our educational opportunities accessible to a diverse range of families. Please visit our Financial Aid page for more information. 5. Attend a student interview. This is our chance to get to know each other! We'll be able to answer more of your questions and understand your educational goals better. Once you've submitted your application, our admissions team will reach out to schedule an interview. 6. Receive GSB's enrollment notification. 2026/2027 School Year Enrollment Notification Dates: Preschool — February 26, 2026; Family Reply Deadline — March 5, 2026. Kindergarten — February 5, 2026; Family Reply Deadline — February 12, 2026. Grades 1-8 — February 11, 2026; Family Reply Deadline — February 27, 2026. With Contract signed, 10% Deposit due. Important Key Dates: September 3, 2025 — Application opens. December 5, 2025 — Financial Aid application due. January 9, 2026 — Teacher Evaluations, Report Cards or Reports; Writing Samples in English & German (6 Grade and up). October - January — Student Interviews. February - March 2026 — ISAAGNY Notification & Reply Dates; With Contract signed, 10% Deposit due.	Admissions Admissions steps are provided for Nursery Ones, Preschool, Kindergarten through Grade 3, and Grades 4 through 8. Inquire Now connects families with the Admissions Team for personalized support.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Financial assistance is available for Kindergarten through Grade 8; families are encouraged to reach out to the Admissions Team.
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