Harrow International School New York

Midway between New York City and The Hamptons, Harrow New York sits on a waterfront campus in Oakdale, New York. The Bourne Mansion is the central building on the campus. It is located at 500 Montauk Highway, Oakdale, NY 11769, United States, with travel options including a 1 hr 25 min train ride from Penn Station via Oakdale LIRR Station (1.5 miles from campus) and driving times of about 15 minutes to Long Island MacArthur Airport, 45 minutes to JFK, and 50 minutes to LaGuardia.

Pre Shell (Grade 6); Shell (Grades 7 & 8); Remove & Fifth (Grades 9 & 10); Sixth Form (Grades 11 & 12).

Day and boarding school.

Dedicated EAL/ELL support; MYP English Language Acquisition; IB Diploma Programme English B.

Affiliated with Harrow School as part of the Harrow Family of Schools.

The curriculum combines British, American, and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme curricula. Harrow New York is an IB Candidate School for the Middle Years Programme and the Diploma Programme. The school offers Pre Shell (Grade 6), Shell (Grades 7–8), Remove & Fifth (Grades 9–10), and Sixth Form (Grades 11–12). Upon graduation, students receive the International Baccalaureate Diploma and a Harrow International School New York Diploma, a New York State High School Diploma. Three competencies—digital, social, and cognitive—shape learning and how students apply knowledge in the real world. All lessons and examinations are conducted in English, with the exception of modern and classical languages.

Nearly all students progress to university after completing the IB Diploma. University Counselors provide bespoke guidance to help students apply to top universities. The Careers program supports understanding of the world of work and planning beyond Harrow New York.

Harrow New York offers a Super-Curriculum that expands the academic program beyond examinations, focusing on research skills and the ability to debate, communicate confidently, solve problems, and think critically and creatively. The Super-Curriculum includes wide and habitual reading, extended project work, debate, public speaking, research, competitions, lectures, study trips and our extensive program of student-led societies. It also includes an Electives program taught through university-style seminars to foster independent, enquiry-led learning from the outset.

The school has a robust system of individual care that places safety and wellbeing at the center. PSHE lessons are delivered by Tutors and developed and overseen by a full-time Head of Department. The Wellbeing Committee ensures consistency of individual care across the School and coordinates responses for more significant support needs. Students have access to School Counselors and Peer Mentors. Formal channels for student voice include the Wellbeing Committee, Food and ICT Committees, House Councils and an annual survey.

Dedicated EAL/ELL support is provided to help international students with English language acquisition. MYP English Language Acquisition classes are offered when student numbers allow. IB Diploma Programme English B is offered for students developing English skills when there is sufficient interest. The approach creates a supportive environment and integrates language development into the curriculum. Parents are kept informed about their child's progress.

Dedicated EAL/ELL Support is provided. MYP English Language Acquisition classes are offered when student numbers allow. IB Diploma Programme English B is offered for students developing English skills when there is sufficient interest. The approach provides a supportive environment where students can practice and develop English, using a variety of methods and curriculum integration. Parents are kept informed about their child's progress.

The Wellbeing Committee ensures a coordinated response for cases requiring significant support. Students have access to School Counselors and Peer Mentors. The PSHE program supports mental wellbeing and life skills. Tutor time provides opportunities to discuss matters of the moment and check in. Student voice is encouraged through Wellbeing Committees, House Councils and an annual wellbeing survey.

The school has a Safeguarding Policy.

Step 1. Application: Families submit the application form via the applicant portal, pay the non-refundable application fee, and submit the required supporting documents. They upload three years of transcripts and the current year through the applicant portal, and request two recent teacher recommendations from their current school. Grade placement is determined by the School using the student's date of birth, grade-appropriate social preparedness, academic history, and results of the admissions assessments.

Step 2. Interaction: Connection Call is an optional 20-minute private video meeting with the Admissions Team, including the Director of Admissions, arranged online through the applicant portal. A Campus Tour is offered through virtual and on-campus events; on the Harrow Test day a campus tour is included. For overseas or long-distance applicants who cannot travel to New York, the admissions assessment and interviews may be conducted remotely via video conferencing.

Step 3. Review & Decision: The Admissions Committee and the Principal review the applicant's assessments, school records, interview results, proper grade placement, and residency status to make the admissions decision. Once all requirements are fulfilled, families are notified of the decision typically within two weeks of completing the file, and admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis. All lessons and examinations are conducted in English, with exceptions for modern and classical languages; for non-native English speakers, evidence of English language ability is required, with potential support through English as an Additional Language (EAL) if needed.

Step 4. Rolling Admissions: Applications are being accepted for Grades 6-10 for the 2026-2027 academic year and for Grades 6-9 for the 2025-2026 founding year; Grades 11-12 will open in subsequent years. The school operates on a rolling admissions basis and encourages prompt applications due to limited spaces.

Step 5. Financial Aid: If applying for financial aid, submit all PFS (Parent Financial Statement) forms via the School's financial aid platform; there is a $60 financial aid application fee. The Financial Aid Committee reviews materials promptly, with aid decisions based on demonstrated need and the availability of funds. Financial aid is need-based and awarded in relation to need and funds; most aid is allocated early, and any rolling admissions awards are made on a first-come, first-served basis with remaining funds.

Pioneer's Scholarship: A two-year award recognizing families joining Harrow New York in its formative years. Open to all new day and boarding students entering Grades 6-10 in September 2026. Value: $15,000 reduction in base annual tuition per year for two consecutive academic years (total award $30,000). Automatic Award: Automatically applied upon acceptance and enrollment—no separate application is required, and the scholarship is reflected as a Pioneer's Scholarship credit on the tuition invoice. Renewal Terms: Renewable for the second year (2027-2028) provided the student remains in good academic and disciplinary standing. Financial Aid Note: The Pioneer's Scholarship does not disqualify eligible families from applying for or receiving additional need-based financial aid; financial aid is limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Enrollment Cut-off: This scholarship is limited to students who enroll for the 2026-2027 school year. Most families joining in Fall 2026 may also pursue need-based aid, with awards determined by need and funds available.

In addition to the Pioneer Scholarship, financial aid for need-based support is offered. Financial aid is awarded based on need and availability of funds, with most aid allocated early in the process; any additional awards for rolling admissions follow a first-come, first-served basis.