International Private School in New York | Dwight School

About
Dwight's Rich History
Founded in 1872 as a feeder school for the nation's best colleges, Dwight is named for Timothy Dwight V, twelfth President of Yale University.
Academics
Personalized Learning
We customize a personal educational journey for every student based on their strengths and passions.

International Baccalaureate
The IB curriculum is the international "gold standard" in college preparation. Dwight has been an IB trailblazer for over 30 years.
Community
A Special Place
At the core of a great school is its community. Dwight fosters a warm, welcoming, and inspiring community, which embraces diversity and mutual-respect to help build a better world.
Programs
Sparking Innovation
Student entrepreneurs can receive monetary grants to take their ideas and innovations with real-world application into the marketplace.

After-school Programs
Athletics and extra-curricular activities, ranging from A (Art) to Z (Zumba), spark minds, bodies, and imaginations.
Global
Global Vision
Dwight is committed to educating students who can thrive anywhere in the world.

Four Campuses
With campuses in New York, London, Seoul, and Shanghai, Dwight students have a myriad of opportunities for international travel, exchanges, and cross-cultural collaborations.
Admissions
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Our Pillars

Personalized Learning

Dwight embraces the individuality of each learner as no two students are the same. We recognize and foster each student’s gifts and talents.

Community

Dwight’s community is a family of diverse individuals whose collective goal is to build a better world.

Global Vision

Dwight’s mission, vision, and pillars extend globally across our network of schools and are supported by the IB ethos.

Our Schools

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Middle Schoolers Put Their Own Stamp on the Play Anon(ymous)

Middle Schoolers Put Their Own Stamp on the Play Anon(ymous)

One play, two casts, eight weeks, and 38 ensemble members.

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