Léman Manhattan Preparatory School - Broad Street Campus vs Whitby School

	L Léman Manhattan Preparatory School - Broad Street Campus New York, United States	W Whitby School New York, United States
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year $15,000 - 72,000	Fees / year $39,975 - 55,280
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 1 - 14 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (MYP), Montessori Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 700	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 18	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Mandarin, French, Spanish	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2005	Opened 1958
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Broad Street Campus is at 41 Broad Street, New York, NY 10004, in the Financial District, just steps from the New York Stock Exchange. Morris Street Campus is at 1 Morris Street, New York, NY 10004, housed in the Cunard Building, steps from Wall Street and Battery Park. The Broad Street Campus serves ages 12 months through Grade 5 and the Morris Street Campus serves Grades 6–12, both located in Lower Manhattan.	Location Whitby School is located at 969 Lake Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06831, United States. Greenwich is in Fairfield County, about 45 minutes from New York City. The campus sits in a residential area of Greenwich and serves students from the local community and surrounding towns.
Stages	Stages Center for Early Childhood Education (12 months–PK4); Léman Explorers (12–24 months); PreK 2; PreK 3; PreK 4; Kindergarten; Lower School (Kindergarten–Grade 5); Middle School (Grades 6–8); High School (Grades 9–12); Boarding Program (Residential Students in Grades 9–12).	Stages Stepping Stones through Grade 8.
School type	School type Private, coeducational day and boarding school; International Baccalaureate World School.	School type Independent, co-educational private day school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 100+ nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix Diverse student body represents 27 countries and more than 22 languages.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Support Team comprises trained Learning Specialists who collaborate with classroom teachers; Student Support Services include Learning Support, Counseling, and Nursing.	Additional learning support English as an Additional Language (EAL) program; Lower School Language Acquisition focuses on oral language development.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United States	Country affiliation United States
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Private bus service from Brooklyn is offered, with routes covering Brooklyn Heights, Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill, Downtown Brooklyn, DUMBO, and Park Slope for Kindergarten–8th Grade; routes and timetables are determined by the school.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - There is no fee to apply to the boarding program; applications for boarding are free. - General student applications are submitted through the school's Ravenna application system; no separate, school-published flat application fee amount appears in the school's tuition materials. Annual tuition (2026–2027 academic year) - Léman Explorers (12–24 months): - Two Days (Tues/Thurs, 10:00–11:30 AM): USD 8,800. - Three Days (Mon/Wed/Fri, 10:00–11:30 AM): USD 11,800. - Five Days (Mon–Fri, 10:00–11:30 AM): USD 15,000. - PreK2: - Five Days Morning (9:00 AM–12:00 PM): USD 35,000. - Five Days Full Day (9:00 AM–3:00 PM, includes lunch): USD 44,000. - PreK3 & PreK4: - PreK3 Five Days Half Day (8:30 AM–1:00 PM, includes lunch): USD 38,600. - PreK3 Five Days Full Day (8:30 AM–3:15 PM, includes lunch): USD 44,000. - PreK4 Five Days Full Day (8:30 AM–3:15 PM, includes lunch): USD 59,000. - Kindergarten through Grade 10: USD 70,700. - Grades 11 & 12: USD 72,000. Per-installment examples (paying by the school's stated installment plans) - Léman offers payment plans in 3, 5 and 7 installments; the figures below are the annual tuition evenly divided for each instalment option (simple division used for examples; the enrollment agreement may specify exact installment amounts, dates, or administrative fees). - Léman Explorers Two Days (USD 8,800): - 3-installment example: USD 2,933 per installment (rounded). 5-installment: USD 1,760. 7-installment: USD 1,257. - Léman Explorers Three Days (USD 11,800): - 3-installment: USD 3,934; 5-installment: USD 2,360; 7-installment: USD 1,686. - Léman Explorers Five Days (USD 15,000): - 3-installment: USD 5,000; 5-installment: USD 3,000; 7-installment: USD 2,143. - PreK2 Five Days Morning (USD 35,000): - 3-installment: USD 11,667; 5-installment: USD 7,000; 7-installment: USD 5,000. - PreK2 Five Days Full Day (USD 44,000): - 3-installment: USD 14,667; 5-installment: USD 8,800; 7-installment: USD 6,286. - PreK3 Half Day (USD 38,600): - 3-installment: USD 12,867; 5-installment: USD 7,720; 7-installment: USD 5,514. - PreK3/PreK2 Full Day (USD 44,000): - 3-installment: USD 14,667; 5-installment: USD 8,800; 7-installment: USD 6,286. - PreK4 Full Day (USD 59,000): - 3-installment: USD 19,667; 5-installment: USD 11,800; 7-installment: USD 8,429. - Kindergarten–Grade 10 (USD 70,700): - 3-installment: USD 23,567; 5-installment: USD 14,140; 7-installment: USD 10,100. - Grades 11–12 (USD 72,000): - 3-installment: USD 24,000; 5-installment: USD 14,400; 7-installment: USD 10,286. Billing schedule and payment terms - Families must sign the enrollment agreement and make the required tuition payment (deposit or pay in full) so that payment clears by the school's reply deadline for the student's admission decision; reply deadlines and required payment timing vary by grade and follow the school's ISAAGNY-based timelines. - Léman offers financial incentives for families who pay tuition in full and provides 3-, 5- and 7-installment payment plans for spreading the balance. Exact installment dates and any administrative terms are set in the enrollment agreement and billing statements. Boarding fees (where applicable) - The boarding program is available for students in Grades 9–12. A 2025–2026 boarding cost example shown for the boarding program lists Tuition + Room & Board: USD 92,000; Boarding Fees: USD 6,000; Total Cost: USD 98,000 (the school separately notes Tuition, Room & Board and an itemized boarding fee component). There is no fee to apply to the boarding program. Other costs and inclusions - Items explicitly included in the published tuition: International Baccalaureate program, books and learning materials, field trips, daily lunch and snacks, qualifying Yellow Bus service, transportation to/from after-school activities, early drop-off for PreK2–Grade 5, specified overnight curricular trips (domestic and international for certain grades), educational devices through Grade 5, athletic programs (Grade 7+), athletic uniforms and equipment, after-school clubs and select arts programs, yearbook and graduation/moving-up photographs. - The school publishes a USD 2,000 sibling tuition discount for families with more than one child enrolled. - Separate or occasional additional charges may apply for items or activities outside the listed inclusions (optional trips beyond those listed, personal supplies, personal travel, health insurance for international students, or other extracurricular-specific charges); specific optional fees and any one-time new-student or senior-year charges are set in admissions/boarding materials and the enrollment agreement. Refund information - Enrollment is contract-based: families sign an enrollment agreement and are required to submit the agreed tuition payment by the reply deadline; refund, withdrawal and cancellation terms are governed by that enrollment agreement and the school's admissions and billing policies. The school's published timelines state that payment (deposit or payment in full) must clear by the reply deadline for the offer to be held. Fee payment options - The school's published materials describe pay-in-full and multi-installment plans (3-, 5-, 7-installments) and financial incentives for full payment; the enrollment agreement and billing statements provide the specific installment schedule and payment instructions. Families follow the billing instructions in the enrollment/enrollment-acceptance materials to complete payments. If you require these figures presented as pre-calculated per installment for other specific grades or rounded differently, use of the school's enrollment billing statement will provide the exact installment dates, any administrative fees, and accepted payment methods.	Fee details Application fees - A student application fee is charged for each applicant; commonly listed as USD 75. - The student application fee is waived for families applying for financial aid. Tuition fees (annual) — by year group - Stepping Stones (18 months to 3 years): - Half Day Program (Mon–Fri mornings): USD 34,400 per year. - Full Day Program (Mon–Thu full days; Fri half-day): USD 42,300 per year. - Primary 1 (3 years by Aug 1): - Half Day Program (Mon–Fri mornings): USD 43,900 per year. - Full Day Program (Mon–Thu full days; Fri half-day): USD 51,100 per year. - Primary 2 (4 years by Aug 1): - Full Day Program: USD 51,100 per year. - Primary 3 / Kindergarten (5 years by Aug 1): - Full Day Program: USD 51,100 per year. - Lower School (Grades 1–4): - Grades 1–4 Full Day Program: USD 52,900 per year (Grades 1–2 and Grades 3–4 listed at this amount). - Middle School (Grades 5–8): - Grades 5–8 Full Day Program: USD 55,280 per year (Grades 5–6 and Grades 7–8 listed at this amount). Per-term / billing note - Tuition is published as annual amounts above; deposits, billing schedules and installment options are handled through the school's enrollment and billing process (Enrollment Contract / Finance Office and the Veracross Parent Portal). Families receive billing details and the formal payment schedule through the school's enrollment/billing process. One-time and recurring additional fees (examples by grade) - Parents' Association fee: USD 210 per student (annual). - Field trip / activity fees (one-time annual or trip-specific, by grade): - Grades 1–2: USD 300 per student (annual field trip fee). - Grade 3: USD 500 (one-time annual field trip fee). - Grade 4: USD 600 (one-time annual field trip fee). - Grades 5–6: USD 850 (one-time annual field trip fee). - Grades 7–8: USD 3,900 (one-time annual field trip fee; includes the international trip week). - Before-school and after-school program charges: Daily or seasonal rates apply for before-school and after-school care; published tuition above covers standard program hours only. - Spiritwear / optional uniform items: SpiritWear and uniform items are offered through the school's online store; spiritwear purchases are optional and sold through the school store. Boarding fees - Whitby is an independent co-educational day school for students ages 18 months through Grade 8; no boarding program or boarding fees apply. Refund information - Whitby makes available a Tuition Refund Plan (TRP) to reduce family financial loss in the event of withdrawal for covered reasons. The TRP terms include: - Medical withdrawal or medical absence due to injury or sickness: the Plan will pay 100% of unused yearly insured fees (less a four-day deductible) if withdrawal/absence exceeds four consecutive days. - Mental health withdrawal or absence: the Plan will pay 60% of unused yearly insured fees (less a four-day deductible) if withdrawal/absence exceeds four consecutive days. - Withdrawal for non-medical reasons (examples: move, change of objective, voluntary withdrawal): the Plan will pay 60% of unused yearly insured fees provided the student has attended more than 14 consecutive calendar days from their first day of attendance in the academic year. - Enrollment deposit refund related to financial aid: when financial aid is awarded, the enrollment deposit is computed as 20% of the tuition amount net of the financial aid award; that deposit is refundable if the family formally withdraws within two weeks of notification of the financial aid decision. Billing schedule and payment terms (contract and deposit) - An enrollment deposit is required as part of the Enrollment Contract; for families receiving financial aid the deposit is computed as 20% of tuition net of the award. Final billing terms, schedules and payment deadlines are set in the Enrollment Contract and administered by the Finance Office and the Parent Portal. Fee payment options (documented options) - Financial-aid application payments (Clarity/Parent Financial Statement) may be paid by credit card (MasterCard, Visa, American Express). - Spiritwear and uniform store purchases are processed through the school's online store (card payments). - The school's Admissions Center and Parent Portal (Veracross) manage enrollments, billing and the family account; deposits and tuition balances are processed and recorded through the school's Finance Office and parent portal. Other notes on fees - Tuition assistance (need-based financial aid) is available beginning in Primary 3 (Kindergarten); the student application fee is waived for families applying for financial aid. Family eligibility and award amounts follow the school's published financial aid process. The financial aid program does not reduce additional costs such as Parents' Association dues, trip fees, the Tuition Refund Plan premium, or after-school activity fees.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Boarding is available for students in Grades 9–12. Léman Manhattan is New York City's only boarding program. Boarding students live in modern apartments at 37 Wall Street; each suite includes a kitchen, a bathroom, a study area, Wi-Fi, and a hi-tech security system. Residential counselors provide 24/7 supervision and meals consist of three chef-prepared meals per day.	Boarding arrangements Day school; no boarding facilities.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement All students from Primary 1 through Grade 8 are required to wear the Whitby School Uniform.
Food options	Food options Three chef-prepared meals per day are provided to boarding students.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The governing body is the Léman Community Association, a non-profit parent organization.	Governance and ownership Whitby School is governed by a Board of Trustees that sets strategic direction and oversees fiduciary responsibilities, in partnership with the Head of School. Board committees include Finance, Governance, Building and Grounds, and Development.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Léman Manhattan is an International Baccalaureate World School that delivers a rigorous, inquiry-based curriculum. The Four Pillars guide learning: Academic Rigor, Global Education, Personalized Learning for Each Child, and Partnerships that Drive Results. The curriculum emphasizes a globally minded community representing more than 50 countries. Personal Learning Plans differentiate instruction to support each student's growth. World language instruction begins in PreK 2 with Mandarin, French, and Spanish offered, continuing through 5th grade. Academic divisions include the Center for Early Childhood Education, Lower School, Middle School, and High School.	Curriculum details Whitby offers Montessori-based early childhood education (Whitby Montessori Children's House) for ages 18 months through early childhood years, with Lower School (Grades 1–4) and Middle School (Grades 5–8). The Middle School follows the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 5–8, and Spanish is taught beginning at 18 months.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio 5:1
Exam results	Exam results MAP tests show Léman students consistently score above national and New York State averages in reading, math, and language, with many students demonstrating more than a year's growth in a single school year. In the most recent testing cycle, Léman students outperformed the national average in every grade and subject tested and exceeded New York State averages in reading, math, and language.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Expert College Advising provides comprehensive college counseling, including PSAT and practice ACT, advisory sessions, parent workshops, and one-to-one college planning meetings starting in junior year. The college counseling program also hosts workshops with college admissions officers and an annual college fair. Léman graduates have been accepted to colleges and universities such as Harvard University, Yale University, and Columbia University. Eighty percent of Léman graduates are accepted to highly selective colleges.	Higher education progression Whitby graduates are accepted at their first choice of high school; they attend competitive secondary schools including Brunswick School, Greenwich Academy, Greenwich Country Day School, Greenwich High School, and other regional day and boarding schools.
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 The Center for Early Childhood Education is a joyful, nurturing place that sets the foundation for each child's academic, social, and emotional success. Social and emotional development is supported through a play‑based, inquiry‑driven program and a Responsive Classroom approach, including Morning Meeting to help students feel welcomed and connected and daily emotional support to form secure relationships. In PreK 4, students learn to express themselves, cooperate, take turns, and show empathy, creating a nurturing classroom community that supports social growth and academic learning.	Social & emotional learning Social and emotional learning (SEL) is embedded in the curriculum through Montessori and IB frameworks. The timetable includes dedicated time for community building and SEL instruction. SEL helps students manage and communicate feelings, understand health and safety, build relationships across diverse backgrounds, resolve conflicts, and develop self-management to become successful learners.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) A multidisciplinary Student Support Services program includes Learning Support, Counseling, and Nursing. Each division has a Student Support Team of Learning Specialists who collaborate with teachers and administrators to identify interventions and ensure equitable access to all programs, including the IB curriculum. The program emphasizes meeting the whole student—intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically—through a team approach that involves families and staff. Student Study Teams and targeted instructional interventions are used to support students who need additional help.	Special educational needs (SEN) Whitby supports the educational, social, emotional, and behavioral needs of all students and works to remove barriers to learning, reflecting a commitment to inclusive education.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English For Speakers Of Other Languages (ESOL) is offered as part of Student Support Services. ESOL includes leveled courses (ESOL 2, ESOL 3, ESOL 4) aligned to CEFR levels B1, B2, and C1, with instruction focused on listening, speaking, reading, and writing and delivered through projects and individualized work. Students are placed using the Oxford Online Placement Test and reassessed annually with the WIDA framework; ESOL placement can be adjusted based on performance, with ESOL becoming optional once a student meets proficiency thresholds.	English as an additional language Whitby runs an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program. Lower School EAL students in phases 1-2 attend EAL classes with an EAL teacher in place of Spanish, while continuing to reinforce language learning in the context of classroom units. The EAL program provides instruction to promote English language proficiency. All students learn additional languages of either Spanish and/or Mandarin starting in Stepping Stones and through Middle School.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The Léman Counseling Office provides mental health resources for Middle and High School students, offering advisory lessons and guest speakers to promote awareness, coping skills, and general wellness. The program includes mindfulness activities and talks by external experts, such as crisis intervention and wellbeing professionals, to help students recognize mental health needs in themselves and others. Resources include connections to crisis support services, such as Crisis Text Line, to provide immediate assistance when needed.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through social-emotional learning, a zero-tolerance bullying policy, and programs that foster empathy, resilience, and leadership.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The Antiracism Action Plan establishes safeguarding‑oriented structures, including a Mandated Reporter Policy and a transparent Incident Reporting System to address harassment and discrimination. The plan also outlines policies to prohibit hate speech and discrimination and creates a Student/Faculty Honor Council to review disciplinary matters and improve the school community's safety and wellbeing.	Safeguarding Whitby has safeguarding policies focused on protecting the welfare and safety of children, including inclusion policies that support removing barriers to learning and addressing the educational, social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Upper School is housed in the Cunard Building at 1 Morris Street. Light-filled classrooms use state-of-the-art technology and offer views of New York Harbor, the city, and the Statue of Liberty. The campus includes a research library, art and music studios, multiple technology labs, and a café. Athletic facilities comprise a 25-yard pool, a full-size gymnasium, and a fully equipped fitness center. The Broad Street Campus serves younger students and provides science labs, art studios, music rooms, a library, a swimming pool, a gym, and a ballroom.	Facilities overview Whitby School sits on a 32-acre campus in Greenwich. The campus features 76,000 square feet of modern facilities and resources. The Athletics Center was completed in February 2016, doubling the gymnasium. In November 2014, four classrooms were added, including a Grade 4 classroom, a World Language classroom, a Design Technology lab, and a Science Lab. The grounds include a separate Performing Arts Center used for theatrical performances and cultural events, plus tennis courts and outdoor playing fields, with a library featuring a Makerspace in the Lower School.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Two indoor pools provide swimming facilities across Léman's campuses, with the Morris Street Aquatics Center featuring a competition-sized pool for instruction and teams. A rock-climbing wall supports physical education. A full gymnasium and a fitness center support conditioning and team practices. The Broad Street Campus provides additional gym facilities and a swimming pool for younger students.	Sports facilities Whitby's Athletics Center was completed in February 2016, doubling the gymnasium. The campus includes tennis courts and outdoor playing fields. Whitby is a full member of the Middle School Fairchester Athletic Association (MSFAA), with three seasons of sports. Seasonal sports include soccer (5th–6th and 7th–8th), cross country, winter basketball, and spring baseball, softball, and tennis. The athletics program emphasizes participation and teamwork and develops transferable skills such as time management, resilience, and leadership.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities SMART Classrooms are equipped with the latest technology and audiovisual capabilities. The Technology Lab houses software resources, 3D printers, and spaces for computer science, digital music, and digital design. Multiple Science Labs support inquiry-based science learning. The Library offers print and digital resources and is supported by librarians with advanced degrees. Art Studios, an Art Gallery, and a 400-seat Theatre support visual and performing arts, while Music and Practice Rooms host ensembles and private lessons.	Academic facilities An expansion in November 2014 added four classrooms, including a Grade 4 classroom, World Language classroom, Design Technology lab, and Science Lab. The main building houses separate wings for the different divisions, each with its own entrance. The campus includes modern academic spaces such as language, technology, and science facilities. The library houses a Makerspace that supports hands-on learning in the Lower School.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Children in PreK through Grade 5 can participate in after-school programming, with Middle School students joining clubs and sports. Léman Plus offers enrichment courses including performing and visual arts, chess, newspaper, martial arts, STEM, swimming, sports, and cooking. The Center for Early Childhood Education After-School provides a program for PreK 2 through PreK 4. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is available to students aged 14-24. Camp Léman is Léman's summer day camp for ages 3 through rising 6th grade, featuring on-site pool time, sports, rooftop and field activities, and a range of specialty programs.	Extra curricular facilities Whitby offers a mission-driven cocurricular program with activities for Grades 5–8 that are a required part of the school day, while programs for younger students are optional. From Primary 2 to Grade 4, Enrichment programs extend learning after the normal school day and include science and nature activities, sports, robotics, digital animation, and chess. Grades 1–4 participate in Intramural Sports, while Grades 5–8 join athletic teams as part of the Middle School Fairchester Athletic Association. The Performing Arts program offers options to pursue musical instruments or participate in two annual musical productions. Grades 3–8 have access to clubs and electives, including Montessori Model United Nations, MATHCOUNTS Team, and Outdoor Club.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Rooted in a sixty-year history of academic excellence, Léman Manhattan draws on Collège du Léman, founded in 1960 in Versoix, Switzerland. Léman Manhattan was established in the heart of downtown in 2005 to bring a cross-cultural global context, personalized learning, and innovation to New York City's K-12 independent school landscape. Collège du Léman enrolls nearly 2,000 students from 100 nationalities on its lakeside campus. The school has built a strong community recognized for exceptional academic outcomes, teaching excellence, international diversity, and a genuine warmth.	History Whitby School began in 1958 when Greenwich families formed a school rooted in the Montessori philosophy. It became the birthplace of the American Montessori Society and led a revival of Montessori education in the United States. In 2007, Whitby integrated the International Baccalaureate program, and IB accreditation followed in Spring 2010, making Whitby the first U.S. school to be accredited by both AMS and the IBO for ages 18 months through Grade 8. Today, the Whitby education is built on these Montessori and IB foundations.
Community	Community The Léman Community Association (LCA) is a non-profit parent organization that fosters a sense of strong community at Léman and enriches the experiences of all Léman students, parents and faculty. Led by a Board of Directors and supported by many parent volunteers across the school, the LCA connects families across divisions, welcomes new families, fosters school pride, and funds enrichment opportunities for students and faculty. The LCA supports student enrichment including financial support for Léman Plus After School Programming, overnight class trips to Frost Valley and Nature's Classroom, and the Annual Middle School Global Games, and coordinates events across the entire school to bring students together outside of class and foster fun, community and a sense of Léman pride. The Léman community celebrates its international character through events such as the Book Fair in November, the International Festival, the Spring Gala with themes like Great Gatsby, Havana Nights, Casino Royale and Kentucky Derby, Family Socials, Spirit Wear, and a Parent-Faculty Basketball Game.	Community Whitby has a structured Parent Community with events and parenting workshops to support families. Special Visit Days invite grandparents, parents, and other special friends to visit classrooms; Student-Led Assemblies showcase student work; Grade-Level Coffees provide opportunities to connect with school leaders. The Annual Gala and Mayfair are signature Whitby events that bring families together. These activities create meaningful opportunities to be part of the Whitby community.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The Léman Community Association is a non-profit parent organization that fosters a strong sense of community at Léman and enriches the experiences of students, parents, and faculty. Led by a Board of Directors and supported by many parent volunteers, the LCA connects families across divisions, welcomes new families, fosters school pride, and funds enrichment opportunities for students and faculty. The LCA supports teacher enrichment through the Teacher Innovation Grant Program, which has funded projects such as a Broadcast Journalism Studio, a Physics Cloud Chamber, a Buddy Bench at the 41 Broad St Rooftop Playground, and World Language Spring Break Trips to Shanghai. It coordinates a range of events to bring the community together, including the Book Fair, International Festival, Spring Gala (with themes such as Great Gatsby, Havana Nights, Casino Royale and Kentucky Derby), Family Socials, Spirit Wear, and a Parent-Faculty Basketball Game. LCA liaisons coordinate communications across grades, and volunteers can contribute by emailing LCA@lemanmanhattan.org. Funds raised support enrichment and community-building initiatives.	Parent teacher association Whitby has a Parents Association that invites parents to get involved and support students. As a member, you can volunteer as a classroom mystery reader, welcome new families, share cultural experiences, lead an event, or lend a hand at family socials. The association engages in a range of volunteer opportunities and coordinates involvement in school-wide events. It supports events such as Special Visit Days, Student-Led Assemblies, Grade-Level Coffees, the Annual Gala, and Mayfair. Participation strengthens the Whitby community and supports student learning.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual FIRST Tech Challenge robotics competitions are part of Léman's STEM program. Seven Léman students collaborated with professors on scientific research projects. The school recognizes student achievement in mathematics through the Noetic Math Competition. IB science courses are offered at Higher Level and Standard Level, including Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Systems and Societies, and Physics, with laboratory work and research opportunities.	Academic & intellectual The cocurricular program supports academic enrichment through STEM and competitions. STEM enrichment includes Little Robotics w/ Sphero Indi Scratch Jr, Bright Ideas Circuitry, JR Scientists Discovery Lab, Spark Jr., LEGO Robotics SPIKE Essentials, and Minecraft Club: Rise of Civilization. The program also features the MATHCOUNTS team and Montessori Model United Nations, as well as First LEGO League and Open Lab Design. Some electives are semester-long and culminate in presentations, expanding knowledge beyond the core curriculum.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Léman features a vibrant Fine Arts program spanning music, theater, and visual arts. The music program includes a Signature Strings program for K-3, band or chorus in Elementary and Middle School, and the Léman Conservatory for after-school private lessons. Theatre offers Middle School coursework and IB Theatre in High School, with signature productions such as Main Stage, One Act Plays, and Scene Night. Visual Arts cover drawing, painting, photography, ceramics, sculpture, and more, supported by dedicated studio spaces.	Arts & creative Whitby offers a performing arts program that includes theatre and music ensembles. Theatre (Grades 3–8) produces a fall musical and a spring play; past productions include Oliver! and Romeo and Juliet. Music includes Beginner Band, Concert Band, Chorus, and private lessons, with ensembles performing twice a year. The program integrates theatre and music with other arts to showcase student collaboration and public performance.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language World language instruction begins in early childhood with daily exposure to Mandarin, French, and Spanish in PreK; Léman Explorers expands language experiences for 12 to 24 months with exposure to Mandarin, Spanish, and French through stories and songs. In Upper School, IB language courses are available in multiple languages. The Model UN Club participates in United Nations conferences, developing diplomacy skills and global awareness.	Cultural & language Spanish is taught beginning at 18 months. Montessori Model United Nations is offered as a cocurricular activity for students. Language and cultural experiences are integrated through enrichment and global projects, supporting a broad international perspective.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies After-School Programs extend learning beyond class with Léman Plus, offering classes in chess, newspaper, martial arts, STEM, swimming, and cooking. Camp Léman provides summer experiences with sports, outdoor play, and specialty activities such as live animal shows, cooking, science, visual and performing arts, and martial arts.	Social & hobbies The cocurricular program offers a broad spectrum of clubs and electives, including chess, design technology, world dance and hip-hop, tennis, and outdoor activities. Enrichment offerings also feature technology and arts experiences, fostering exploration of personal interests and collaboration across grades. Students have opportunities to engage in performance-related activities and group projects that build social and teamwork skills.
Community & service	Community & service Léman builds a culture of service through monthly student service projects that engage partners in the local and global community. Upper School students participate in clubs such as The Red Cross Club, The Volunteer Club, National Honor Society, and National Junior Society, and IB Diploma students complete Creativity, Activity, and Service projects. Each year Léman supports multiple service partners including City Harvest, Meow Squad, New York Cares, Rise Against Hunger.	Community & service Whitby's Community Service Program connects students with local organizations such as Adopt a Dog, American Red Cross, Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich, Bruce Museum, Domus, Family Centers, Greenwich United Way, Nathaniel Witherell, Neighbors Link, SoundWaters and Special Olympics. Students in Grades 7 and 8 begin by meeting representatives from these organizations to learn about service opportunities. The program develops empathy, humility, leadership, and an understanding that individual actions can positively impact others.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is a globally recognized program for students aged 14 to 24, with Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels across four areas: Service, Skills, Physical Recreation, and Adventurous Journey. The Award develops leadership, teamwork, goal setting, and community contribution and is recognized by universities and employers worldwide. Upper School students also participate in National Honor Society and National Junior Society, which offer leadership opportunities and service experiences in line with the IB CAS framework.	Leadership & professional Public Speaking & Business-Minded Activities include Broadcast Journalism, Reader's Theater, Money Makers, Kidtrepreneurship, and Debate Team. Upper School electives and clubs offer leadership opportunities, and participation in organizations like Montessori Model United Nations and the MATHCOUNTS team reinforces collaboration, problem-solving, and professional skills.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Léman offers 45 competitive athletic teams across fall, winter, and spring seasons. The facilities include two indoor pools, a rock-climbing wall, a full gymnasium, and access to city fields and parks, emphasizing health, fitness, and teamwork. Camp Léman provides summer experiences with sports, outdoor play, and a range of specialty activities such as live animal shows, cooking, science, visual and performing arts, and martial arts.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Athletics offers seasonal sports for Grades 5–8, including soccer, cross country, winter basketball, baseball, softball, and tennis, emphasizing physical health, resilience, teamwork, and leadership. The Wellness Studio provides yoga, mindfulness, and emotional wellness practice as part of enrichment, supporting overall well-being.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught include Mandarin, Spanish, and French. In PreK 2, students receive weekly instruction in Mandarin, Spanish and French; in PreK 3, students receive daily world language instruction in Mandarin, French or Spanish; PK4 through 5th grade continues daily language instruction. Léman already offers a bilingual IB Diploma in Mandarin, and a French bilingual high school program with The École began in 2022 with plans to introduce a Spanish bilingual diploma.	Language provision Spanish and Chinese are offered as world languages in the Lower School. The Lower School Language Acquisition Program focuses on oral language development and aims to build language skills and cultural understanding. The program is integrated with the IB Program of Inquiry and connects language learning to transdisciplinary units. Teaching uses three proficiency levels—emergent, capable, and proficient—across six phases; most learners begin in Grade 1, entering the Chinese program, with the option for students with prior Chinese knowledge to join Grades 2–4.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Mandarin, Spanish and French are offered as world languages. In PreK–5, PreK 2 has weekly instruction in Mandarin, Spanish and French; PreK 3 has daily world language instruction in Mandarin, French or Spanish; PK4 through 5th grade continues daily language instruction. Léman already offers a bilingual IB Diploma in Mandarin, and launched a French bilingual high school program with The École in 2022 that transitions to a bilingual IB Diploma; there are plans to introduce a Spanish bilingual diploma.	Bilingual teaching —
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Accreditations	Accreditations IB World School New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) Member Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools accreditation Independent Schools Admissions Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY) Member Parents League of New York member school	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Start the online Ravenna application and register for an admissions tour. Admission is selective and Léman Manhattan cannot admit every applicant, so begin the online process early. The birthday cut-off for PK2, PK3, PK4 and Kindergarten is December 31 of the enrolled school year. Applications are submitted on Ravenna for Léman Manhattan. 2. If you will seek financial aid, indicate this on your child's application. The financial aid process has two steps: Step 1, indicate that assistance will be sought on the application; Step 2, create a Clarity account and begin the financial aid application (Day Applicants). 3. Submit the preliminary Ravenna application and gather required supplemental materials according to grade. The Preliminary Application includes basic contact information, educational history, and a student/guardian statement; Supplemental Materials differ by grade and may include school reports, teacher letters and standardized test scores if required. 4. Follow the published timelines by grade; Regular Admission follows ISAAGNY and Rolling Admission may occur on a space-available basis after the final ISAAGNY dates. 5. If admitted, enroll by the specified deadline, sign the enrollment agreement and have tuition payment (deposit or pay in full) clear by the deadline; extensions are not guaranteed for spots or financial aid.	Admissions Step 1: Submit Inquiry Form. Submit the Online Inquiry Form to request information about Whitby School. The Inquiry initiates the admissions process. After submission, you receive a login to the Online Admissions Portal to continue with the application and supporting materials. Step 2: Schedule a Virtual Overview and/or Campus Tour. Schedule a Virtual Overview and/or Campus Tour. The overview introduces Whitby's classrooms, programs, and co-curricular activities and helps families learn about Whitby in a first-hand way. The Admissions Team coordinates these experiences as part of the process. Step 3: Apply. Submit an Application for Admissions after completing the inquiry. You will receive login access to the Online Admissions Portal to submit the online application and any required recommendations and transfer documents. Whitby uses the Standard Application Online (SAO) framework and rolling admissions begin in early March, space permitting. Step 4: Submit Records, Recommendations, and other Relevant Forms/Information. Submit Records, Recommendations, and other Relevant Forms/Information. These materials provide the Admissions Committee with a complete view of the applicant. The online portal is used to submit these documents and additional information as requested. Step 5: Schedule Candidate Visit and Assessment. Schedule Candidate Visit and Assessment. The candidate visit and assessment help evaluate readiness for Whitby's program. The Admissions Committee reviews the results as part of the file and moves toward a decision. Step 6: Candidate File Reviewed by Admissions Committee. Candidate File Reviewed by Admissions Committee. The committee reviews the complete file and determines placement. Whitby offers rolling admissions; decisions depend on space. Applicants with English as an Additional Language are assessed and placed according to Whitby's language-proficiency procedures (including interviews, language assessments, and appropriate placement).
Scholarships	Scholarships Financial aid is available starting in Kindergarten. The financial aid process comprises two steps: Step 1, indicate on the application that you will seek assistance; Step 2, go to Clarity to begin the financial aid application. Clarity webinars are offered to help families understand the process. Léman also provides a $2,000 sibling tuition discount.	Scholarships Financial Aid Options. Whitby School offers Financial Aid Options to support a diverse community. Financial aid is available for new and existing Whitby families and covers tuition costs based on need; the process uses Clarity for information collection. Tuition assistance is available beginning in Primary 3 (Kindergarten). The financial aid application must be completed through Clarity, including submission of required financial information; awards are determined by the Whitby Financial Aid Committee and are contingent on available funds and timely submission. The aid includes tuition remission and need-based awards; the enrollment deposit remains 20% of tuition net of aid and is refundable if withdrawal occurs within two weeks of notification.
Waitlist	Waitlist Léman follows the ISAAGNY admissions timeline; deadlines apply by grade and, after the final ISAAGNY dates, applications may continue to be accepted on a space-available basis.	Waitlist —
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