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Welcome to City and Country School

Leading progressive education since 1914 for children ages 2 through 8th grade. Housed in seven landmarked brownstones in NYC's West Village, our campus boasts four outdoor yards, a sun-filled art studio, a science lab, a stunning movement room, and a library featuring more than 29,000 titles.

Imagine a place where learning transcends textbooks and children's real-world experiences and responsibilities fuel growth and enthusiasm.

Where our collective commitment to equity, inclusion, social justice, and community life ensures all families know that they belong and feel respected. Picture your child, guided by gifted teachers, not only well-prepared academically, but also grounded in a strong sense of self, ingenuity, purpose, and social responsibility.

Welcome to City and Country School - a small world tucked into the heart of New York City where children are big thinkers.

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Serving Children Ages 2 Through 8th Grade

Ages 2-4

Early childhood learning happens through play, building, and storytelling. Teachers design activities based on what sparks children's interest each day. Learning how to express themselves, make friends, and gain confidence matter as much to preschoolers as early reading and math. These foundational years celebrate young children as capable, creative thinkers who love learning.

Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd Grade

Elementary-aged students explore through hands-on activities and real experiences. Social studies connects reading, writing, math, science, and arts to questions children actually care about. Working together becomes more intentional as students share ideas and take on classroom responsibilities. Teachers help them think critically and creatively while building independence.

3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade

Complex concepts emerge through studies rooted in everyday life. Social studies weaves together all academic subjects around questions that genuinely interest our older elementary-aged students. Teamwork becomes central as children take on more leadership roles, working through challenges, like those in the Jobs Program, with growing autonomy. Teachers guide them to express thinking clearly, consider different viewpoints, and see themselves as contributors.

6th, 7th, and 8th Grade

These years focus on independent thinking, leadership, and real-world connections. Students assume significant responsibilities, strengthening how they collaborate and communicate with others. The final year offers a powerful sendoff: self-directed and academically rigorous projects reflecting on growth and readiness for what's ahead. This experience launches confident, thoughtful young people prepared for their next chapter.