The Hewitt School – Lower School

The Hewitt School - Lower School is an elementary school for girls in New York, NY. The school provides a dynamic, student-driven education for girls in kindergarten through 4th grade.

The Lower School faculty members are trained experts and research practitioners who implement the latest research on how girls learn best. The curriculum is designed to be girl-focused and evolving, covering science, mathematics, arts, technology, physical education, literacy, and Spanish. Kindergarteners engage in a structured environment that includes morning meetings and cooperative work to foster a love of learning. The school maintains a century-long legacy of educating women, emphasizing a mission to inspire girls to become ethical leaders and game changers. Additionally, the school established the Center for Girls' Research and Leadership in 2022 to provide research-informed practices that improve outcomes for girls in school and the workplace.

The school is located on East 76th Street, near 5th Avenue and Madison Avenue. It is a short walk from the Sophie Loeb Fountain, the Alice in Wonderland public artwork, and the New York University Institute of Fine Arts.

The Hewitt School is known for its commitment to nurturing confident and resilient girls through an educational experience where academic rigor and joy coexist. The school stands as a leader in educational research focused on girls' learning.

The Hewitt School - Lower School provides a purposeful, research-informed education for young girls in New York.

Services:

• Academic Programs
• Admissions Services
• After-School Programs
• Lower School Education for Girls
• Summer Camps