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Our Mission

We ignite curiosity for the world and for learning.

We instill confidence to advocate for themselves and others.

We inspire courage to lead in service to our community, world, and future.

Academics

Our academic program at St. Luke’s is rigorous, developmentally informed, and interdisciplinary: we use students’ strengths to help them progress in all areas. Our K-8 model is designed to instill students with flexibility, empathy, and curiosity in their early education. They enter the Upper School equipped with creative problem-solving skills, ready for a curriculum that is both challenging and supportive.

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Arts

ARTS

Our arts programs are grounded in experience and discovery. Children are encouraged to take risks and explore creative expression in multiple forms. They develop artistic literacy through visual art, dance, drama, and music programs. Our interdisciplinary curriculum allows students to both cultivate emergent talents and uncover new ones. Because the arts are woven into our core curriculum, all students gain confidence and learn to see themselves as an artist, both individually and in collaboration with others.

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Athletics

A hallmark of our interscholastic athletics programs is its inclusive support of all students. The program allows students to pursue their interest in sports while developing leadership and teamwork skills. Because all students are encouraged to participate in any clubs and teams that appeal to them, they’re introduced to sports as a place to learn, build community, and have fun. Students begin to see themselves as a crucial member of the team and to build confidence in all they are capable of, both on the field and off.

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Field Trips

Field trips

At St. Luke’s, we understand that though some lessons begin in the classroom, the learning doesn’t stop there. We intentionally support our curriculum, mission, and values with experiences in the field. Aligning with developmental and curricular landmarks, students go on local trips in our immediate community, intentional explorations around the greater NYC metropolitan area, and educational adventures outside our city and state. An early understanding that we are all citizens of the classroom, but also citizens of a larger world, allows our students to become just and kind leaders.

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After School program

St. Luke’s supports the development of well-rounded children who are empowered to grow both deeply and widely across their interests and passions. After the traditional school day ends, our After School Program begins and offers students across ages a great variety of extracurricular classes and activities to learn a new skill, practice a cherished one, and build community with their peers. From cooking classes to individual music lessons to skateboarding instruction, our students have opportunities to develop passions and enrich their learning.

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355

Students Enrolled

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Dignity

21%

receiving financial aid

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Compassion

18

Average Class Size

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Respect

28

Languages spoken at home

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Excellence

41%

students of color

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Honesty

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Learning with Joy. Leading with Heart.

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Lower School

JK - Grade 4

Upper School

Grade 5 - 8

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Building “A Place”
for Students

From nurturing pre-K childhood development activities, through a challenging yet balanced elementary and middle school curriculum, St. Luke’s School offers one of the very best private school academic programs in Manhattan. Along the St. Luke’s journey, students find a place in the classroom and beyond.

A place in the
classroom

Our rich and rigorous curriculum develops confident learners who are both independent and collaborative

A place at the
table

We intentionally embrace diversity, inclusion, and equity—every person has a place at the table and every voice is valued.

A place in the
world

Our ethical underpinning guides our children in nurturing their social consciousness and their ability to face challenges with grace, courage, and resilience as they go into the world.

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voices from our Community

Stay up to date with upcoming events and our newsletters, written by a different guest contributor each week

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Dear St. Luke’s Community,

Dec 6 2024

The Thanksgiving season brings families together and provides the space and time to break bread, share laughter, and reflect with gratitude. We are allowed to slow down the cadence of work and instead bring our energies to making and eating delicious food, connecting with others, toasting to loved ones, walking in the crisp fall air, and, most importantly, expressing gratitude.

Read the whole letter here.

-Tracy Fedonchik

Dear St. Luke’s Community,

Nov 24 2024

When my dog Riso first came into my life in the summer of 2020, I was not–at least primarily–thinking about his role in any community beyond my immediate family’s. Coming out of lockdown in the spring, the New Yorker in me who had firmly resisted getting a dog for nearly a decade (“How will I have time to walk them?” “How would they fit in my apartment?” “I would never be one of those people with a dog stroller!”) quickly caved at the prospect of the love and support a dog brings to your life...

Read the whole letter here.

-Amy Francisco

Dear St. Luke’s Community,

Nov 17 2024

Last year when I wrote a reflection for the Newsletter, I wrote about community and challenged us to think about how we can each dig in and build community. One of the best ways to build community is to show up and be present—it’s giving your time and your talents. I am constantly struck by the different ways that this incredible community continually shows up...

Read the whole letter here.

-Peggy Chen

Dear St. Luke’s Community,

Nov 10 2024

As we come to the end of an eventful week, I feel a profound gratitude for the St. Luke's School community, our deeply rooted values, and the work we do together in support of our students. When I was installed as St. Luke’s School’s 6th Head of School, students sang “This Little Light of Mine” as they passed a flame from their candle to the next, ultimately lighting the candle I was holding. As each ‘little light’ sparked to life, we were illuminated by our collective light: a light that was strong because it was held by so many. In the Episcopal faith and many other faith systems, there is the belief that within every human there exists a divine spark-–a light from which beauty, grace, and goodness shines...

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-Tracy Fedonchik

Dear St. Luke’s Community,

Nov 3 2024

“The health teacher? What do you teach?” Over the past two months, I’ve received this question a lot, especially from LS students when I introduce myself in passing during the school day. Naturally, I want to launch into a mini TED Talk about all the enriching, connecting, life-affirming lessons that make up comprehensive health education. But they’re on their way to P.E., so I better be quick. “In health class, we talk about taking care of our bodies, our feelings, and our relationships. This also helps us show kindness and respect for other people’s bodies and feelings and relationships..."

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-Jess Haliburton