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Description: Garden School was founded in 1923 to meet the need for a high-quality, independent school in Queens. This mission remains unchanged as the faculty and administration work to offer the student body the best possible education in an atmosphere where both individual goals and those of the community are respected and nurtured.<br /><br />The Garden School course of study emphasizes strong basic skills, with challenge and discovery as part of the educational process. The co-curricular experience includes sports, drama, art, music, and a commitment to community service.<br /><br />Although The Garden School is an independent school, its low tuition, compared with others in the metro-New York area makes it an affordable option to a broad group of families. The Garden School's student body reflects the ever-changing population of Queens, New York. The Garden School is easily accessible to students from all sections of New York City and Long Island.<br /><br />The Garden School is a college preparatory school with 99% of its seniors continuing at a four-year post-secondary school.<br /><br />The Garden School Holds Active Memberships In Professional Associations Including:<br /><br />* Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges <br />* National Association of College Admission Counseling <br />* National Association of Secondary School Principals <br />* New York Association for College Admission Counseling<br />* New York Association of Independent Schools <br />* The Guild of Independent Schools <br />* The Parents League of New York. * English Language Academy/ESL * Extracurricular Activities * Facilities and Physical Plant * Lower Division * Upper Division Garden School Summer Camp ProgramsOur nursery program,for ages 1 1/2 to 3 years old,is play-based. We incorporate a full range of arts and crafts,water play,music,cooking,games and sporting skills all by a certified teacher.Our UNIVERSAL PRE-K program for 4 year olds is sponsored by the City and State of New York. These government bodies will pay for 2.5 hours of pre-school.Our junior program,for ages 3 to 6 years old,continues on the nursery program becoming more focused. This group has swim lessons.Our F.A.S.T. program is where your child specializes in one of four areas of fine arts,academics and science,sports and theater.We also have a summer teen travel program. Read more