The Parents League currently has approximately 350 member schools, comprised of New York City private and independent preschools, elementary and secondary schools, country day schools in the tristate area and boarding schools across the country and globe.
How Does Parents League Choose Schools?
Independent and private schools must apply for membership, meet the requirements set by the board of directors and go through an approval process.
New York City Schools Membership Requirements
- Elementary and secondary schools must have been in operation for at least five years; preschools must have been in operation for at least three years.
- Elementary and secondary schools must be accredited by NYSAIS or by one of the regional accrediting agencies, or an international accrediting body with a recognized evaluation process.
- Preschools must be licensed by the NYC Department of Health, Division of Day Care.
- School Membership Application and fee
- Letters of proposal from the Heads of two New York City Parents League member schools
- An official site visit by Parents League
Country Day and Boarding School Membership Requirements
- The school must have been in operation for at least five years.
- The school must be accredited by a regional accrediting association, or an international accrediting body with a recognized evaluation process.
- School Membership Application and fee
- Letters of proposal from the Heads of two Parents League member schools, one of which should preferably be a New York City member school.
How can schools apply?
To begin the school membership application process, please review the requirements and submit the School Membership request form. Contact us at 212-737-7385 if you have any questions.
