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.
Admissions
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Find out what makes Dwight so special. Schedule an appointment to visit us on campus!
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.
Student Life
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.
Alumni
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.

Preschool & Kindergarten

The Junior Passport Program, available to all Preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten students 3 years of age and older, offers a variety of after-school classes (2:45-3:30 pm) on a trimester basis. Riverside Club House extends the day until 5:30 pm for students in the Little Lions Program, full-day 3s, Pre-K, and Kindergarten.

The Little Lions Program, available to all 2s and morning 3s students, is an arts program offered Monday through Friday (5-day, 3-day, or 2-day options), from 12-2:30 pm.

Linda Fussell
Associate Head of Preschool and Kindergarten
Jr. Passport and Little Lions Clubhouse Program Supervisor
(212) 362-2350
lfussell@dwight.edu

Shalini Trehan
Jr. Passport Coordinator
(212) 362-2350
strehan@dwight.edu