BIS-NY was one of the very first schools to not only participate but also to host a tournament in the newly formed “New York Debate League”. In conjunction with the English Speaking Union and the Middle Years Debate Program, BIS-NY hosted this inaugural event on Saturday 3rd December. Students from Years 6-8 discussed, mused, asserted, refuted, argued and examined topics such as nuclear power use in the US, NATO’s role in Afghanistan and whether television was a bad influence. Four [...]

Her Royal Highness Princess Alexandra visited New York’s only British International School, The British International School of New York on October 26, 2011. During her visit the Princess enjoyed a choral recital, two pieces of music and some moving poetry performed by students ranging from 4-14 years old. Other visitors present included the Board of Governors, the Parent Association and the heads of The British International School’s sister schools Abercorn School in London and Abercorn International School in Austin, Texas. [...]

The British International School of New York Hosts Chess Tournaments Sunday, November 13, 2011 Sunday, May 20, 2012 15 Waterside Plaza New York, NY 10010-2612 (BISNY Dining Hall) Open to All Players from Kindergarten – Eighth Grade Trophies for All Players TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE: On-site registrations: From 9am – 9:30 am. Rounds begin at 10 am. Pre-registration rates end at Noon on the day before the event. Pre-K and Kindergarten Section: From 10 – 1 ; Awards at 1:15 PM Novice: [...]

Today Mr. Baxter introduced Ms. Ottley’s Reception class to our new iPad cart and they had a great time exploring the letter G and the number 3! The iPad cart will be accessible to all students and offers another technological tool for exploring and learning while in the classroom in addition to our existing lap-top carts.

On my very first day of school I was quite nervous like anyone but the strangest thing that had happened to me was after the first day of school I knew all the teachers and the way around school although my parents where quite a long way away I was seeing them as much as any other student. When we first wake up on, say a Wednesday, we wake up at around 7:30. The first thing we have to do [...]

Boarding school, for me, and just being away from my family is a whole new experience. Whenever one thinks of boarding school, the mind simply averts to Harry Potter and so on. However, I’m afraid to say that Harry Potter’s boarding experience is far different to us of non-magical background (we mere muggles). There is so much to learn not just at school but about ourselves. In my case, that includes real tennis and subjects such as geography, which have [...]

The families and staff at The British International School of New York are delighted to announce the visit of Her Royal Highness Princess Alexandra to their school this October. The Princess will be visiting the school in order to rededicate the Princess Alexandra Library, the academic heart of the school which directly overlooks Manhattan’s east river. The school is busy preparing for her visit. An evening celebration will follow for the families of The British International School of New York [...]

Please enjoy these videos from our annual Speech Day, which marks the end of term for our students and faculty. Nursery – Year 2 Year 3 – Year 8

Mr Phelps met and spoke with HRH Princess Alexandra at the annual COBIS conference in London. HRH Princess Alexandra is the patron of COBIS.  We hope one day to welcome the Princess to our wonderful school in New York City.

BBC journalist Matt Frei entertained and informed students from Years 5 to 8 with his anecdotes from across the world. Students were rapt by his thrilling stories that ranged from landing in disaster torn Haiti to interviewing his personal hero, Aung Sun Suu Kyi, whilst she was under house arrest in Burma. The seemingly perilous journeys, near death collisions and experiences with all manner of famous and infamous personalities kept everyone on the edge of their seats! Dominic thanked Mr. [...]