Admissions

As NYC reopens, BIS-NY has been delighted to welcome back so many of its families for a return to school in-person school, 5 full days a week. Our open campus with distinct buildings, each with their own entrances and exits, allow for all our children to attend school, staying safely within their smaller classes (pods).

For more information about limited openings to join our in-person program this year, we welcome you to explore our re-opening measures. Our team is here to provide flexibility and reassurance at every stage of our admissions process to give you the support you need as you look ahead, and we are available from 8am to 6pm daily via email, telephone or live chat here on the website. We also welcome you to book a virtual visit or video call at your convenience so you can get a sense for our vibrant and welcoming community.

For families looking for the 20/21 school year next year, we are optimistic to a return to a more normal existence, but for now our admissions process is staying virtual. Applications are now open and we look forward to connecting as you consider the schools that might be the best fit for your family.

With families coming to BIS-NY from NYC and from all over the world, we have always worked with families individually to make our admissions process as simple as possible. Now, more than ever, our team is here to support families at every step.

The Application Process

Step 1: Apply Online

Step 2: Email admissions@bis-ny.org a copy of your child's birth certificate or passport

Step 3: Email supporting documents*

*the documents required vary slightly by age group. The information below will tell you exactly which documents are needed for each year group.

Names of grade / year at BIS-NY

At BIS-NY we follow the British “Year group” system,
split into school divisions & use a September 1st cut off date to determine the correct year group for students.

At BIS-NY our student’s social and emotional growth is equally as important as their academic development. With this in mind, our teachers are motivated to ensure that all children are both stretched and supported in class, differentiating the learning to enable them to reach their academic potential and make visible progress, as they develop physically, socially and emotionally alongside their peers.

We may occasionally admit rising 3’s (aged 3 by Dec 31st). Please speak to Admissions regarding progression and requirements

Across Early Years, Lower School and Middle School we deliver the content of the English National Curriculum, delivered through the framework of the I.B. approach.

Year Group	US Grade	Age	Birth Dates for academic year 2020/21	Birth dates for academic year 2021/22
Nursery	Nursery	2.9-4	1 Sep 2016 - 31 Dec 2017	1 Sep 2017 - 31 Dec 2018
Reception	Pre-K	4-5	1 Sep 2015 - 31 Aug 2016	1 Sep 2016 - 31 Aug 2017
Year 1	K	5-6	1 Sep 2014 - 31 Aug 2015	1 Sep 2015 - 31 Aug 2016
Year 2	Grade 1	6-7	1 Sep 2013 - 31 Aug 2014	1 Sep 2014 - 31 Aug 2015
Year 3	Grade 2	7-8	1 Sep 2012 - 31 Aug 2013	1 Sep 2013 - 31 Aug 2014
Year 4	Grade 3	8-9	1 Sep 2011 - 31 Aug 2012	1 Sep 2012 - 31 Aug 2013
Year 5	Grade 4	9-10	1 Sep 2010 - 31 Aug 2011	1 Sep 2011 - 31 Aug 2012
Year 6	Grade 5	10-11	1 Sep 2009 - 31 Aug 2010	1 Sep 2010 - 31 Aug 2011
Year 7	Grade 6	11-12	1 Sep 2008 - 31 Aug 2009	1 Sep 2009 - 31 Aug 2010
Year 8	Grade 7	12-13	1 Sep 2007 - 31 Aug 2008	1 Sep 2008 - 31 Aug 2009
Year 9	Grade 8	13-14	1 Sep 2006 - 31 Aug 2007	1 Sep 2007 - 31 Aug 2008
Year 10	Grade 9	14 - 15	1 Sep 2005 - 31 Aug 2006	1 Sep 2006 - 31 Aug 2007
Year 11	Grade 10	15-16	1 Sep 2004 - 31 Aug 2005	1 Sep 2005 - 31 Aug 2006
Year 12	Grade 11	16-17	1 Sep 2003 - 31 Aug 2004	1 Sep 2004 - 31 Aug 2005
Year 13	Grade 12	17-18		1 Sep 2003 - 31 Aug 2004

Early Years Programme (ages 2.9 months to 5)

How to apply for Nursery, Reception (Pre-K) and Year 1 (K)

Apply online
Email admissions@bis-ny.org a copy of your child's passport of birth certificate
For Pre-K (Reception) or K (Year 1) applications, we ask for copies of your child's past school reports and a Teacher Recommendation Form, to be send to us directly from your child's current school.

Once you apply, we will arrange a fun & engaging Stay & Play session with your child's classmates to help familiarise them with the school environment. For international families we will arrange a video call and an individual Stay & Play session prior to starting school.

Primary Years Programme (ages 5 to 11)

In addition to your online application, we require the following supporting documents:

A copy of your child's birth certificate or passport
A copy of 2 years past school reports
A copy of the PYP Teacher Recommendation Form completed and sent to us by your current school.

Once we receive your application we will be in touch to schedule an informal interview and assessment which may be done remotely if you are unable to visit.

Middle Years Programme (ages 11 to 14)

In addition to your online application, we require the following supporting documents:

A copy of your child's birth certificate or passport
A copy of 2 years past school reports
A completed Teacher Recommendation Form sent to us by your child's current school.
A recent, graded sample of numeracy and literacy work.

Once we receive your application we will be in touch to schedule an informal interview and assessment which may be done remotely if you are unable to visit.

Upper (ages 14+)

In addition to your online application, we require the following supporting documents:

A copy of your child's birth certificate or passport
A copy of 2 years past school reports, including a current year report.
All ISEE Test Scores or equivalent. These help us form a fuller picture and are not designed as a single determining factor in the admissions decision.
A recent graded essay, in any subject.
A completed Teacher Recommendation form, completed and sent to us by your child's current school.

Once we receive your application we will be in touch to schedule a student interview which may be done remotely if you are unable to visit.

Apply now, decide later...

Our team and simple application process are here to provide flexibility and reassurance.

Discover

Arrange a virtual visit, video call or get in touch with our team

Apply

Apply online & provide supporting documentation*.

Decide

Once we have your completed application we endeavor to make a speedy decision, so you have your options as soon as possible.

* Supporting documentation varies per age group. see full requirements in the left hand table.

Applying from the UK or internationally?

For UK and international families that cannot visit us in person, we welcome remote applications and our team will work with you on an individual basis as you plan your relocation.

We encourage you to contact our Admissions team either by phone or email in order that we can help fully support you and answer any questions you may have. We recognise that some of our families may be applying from the UK or elsewhere overseas and may require some assistance with an unfamiliar application process, and are able to work with our families to manage streamlining the process for those who are remote as effectively as possible.

Rolling Admissions

As part of our mission to serve these families who cannot be in New York during the usual Admissions cycle, we do offer rolling admissions throughout the year, where space is available. If you are unable to visit us in person please do get in touch. Our team will be delighted to answer your questions and talk through mid-year admissions and life at BIS-NY with you.

Reopening Guide

We are delighted to welcome back our in-person learners for a full day 5 days a week. To find out how we are offering a safe return to school please review our Back to School Guide.

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BIS-NY is a school of knowledge and of principles. Classic themes are taught in a breathtakingly modern, relevant and dynamic way. My son is immersed and engaged far past the time the school day is done. He is thinking, not just learning.

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