One important decision many New York City parents face is whether the advantages of a bilingual school align with their family’s needs, no matter what language is spoken at home. Bilingual education has gained popularity in New York City, especially given the city’s
diverse linguistic landscape. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, over 52 percent of residents speak a language other than English
at home. Bilingual programs play a crucial role in helping students develop language skills while fostering cultural understanding,
among many other benefits. With many Bilingual options available, parents have the option to find the right choice.
Battery Park Montessori
21 S. End Ave.
212-235-2320
batteryparkmontessori.com
admissions@greenivy.com
Battery Park Montessori is New York’s first trilingual Montessori school offering English, Mandarin, and Spanish, and focuses on serving the absorbent minds of children who are eager to learn and discover. Activities in the classroom are designed to foster independence, curiosity, and collaboration. Nature is essential in a Montessori education, and the school’s location offers an unparalleled setting. Whether it’s riding tricycles overlooking the Hudson or planting in the school garden, the environment enriches the learning experience.
Collina Italiana Italian Language and Cultural Center
1556 Third Avenue , suite 602-603 New York, NY
212-427-7770
collinaitaliana.com
Collina Italiana offers immersive after-school programs for kids and teens (ages 2-16), as well as fun morning drop-off sessions for toddlers (ages 2-4). These programs are designed to foster a love of learning through engaging activities. Additionally, the center hosts special events, Saturday workshops, and year-round language mini-camps for children ages 3-10. These initiatives provide not only educational enrichment but also cultural experiences, making it a perfect environment for young learners to thrive.
The École
111 East 22nd Street New York, NY 10010 | 206 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10010
theEcole.org
bonjour@theEcole.org
Located in New York’s Flatiron District, The École is an intimate and independent French-American school that cultivates an internationally-minded community of students from Maternelle to Middle School. At The École, the goal of education is to develop well-informed, well-rounded, responsible and compassionate students who can create and connect to a world filled with possibilities. This belief is at the heart of their unique bilingual program, in which students learn to not just speak, read, and write in two languages but also to think, feel, and act in ways that are informed by two cultures.
German International School New York (GISNY)
White Plains, NY 10605
admissions@gisny.org
914- 948-6513
GISNY.ORG
German International School New York (GISNY) offers a world-class bilingual education.Located in White Plains, GISNY offers a rigorous academic program from Pre-K to Grade 12, fostering global citizens fluent in both German and English. Graduates earn a high school diploma and the prestigious German International Abitur. With small class sizes, vibrant extracurriculars, and a nurturing community, GISNY inspires curiosity, creativity, and success. Rolling admissions for the 2025-2026 school year are still open, with a few spots available.
German Language School of Greater New York
Manhattan and Long Island
212-787-7543
german-american-school.org
kidslearngerman@aol.com
The German Language School of Greater New York* has taught German to children since 1892. Initially for German immigrants, it now welcomes children of all backgrounds. Lower grades receive bilingual instruction, while upper grades are taught in German. Accredited by NY State Regents since 1911, students complete the FLAC exam. College-bound students take AP training, and all are prepared for A1/A2 exams.
*dba German-American School Association
Kennedy International School
225 East 43rd Street, New York, NY 10017
Admissions@kennedyinternational.org
www.kennedyinternational.org
212-681-1877
Kennedy International School offers fully bilingual programs from preschool through 12th grade (ages 3-18). Located in the heart of Manhattan, Kennedy International School provides programs in French, Japanese, and English, with curricula that comply with the French Ministry of Education, the New York State Education Department, and the Japanese Ministry of Education to ensure a well-rounded and cohesive education. Kennedy International School’s transformative education fosters global citizenship and cultural competence within a genuinely diverse international environment while providing rigorous curriculums in all languages offered.
L’Alliance Preschool
22 East 60th Street New York
lallianceny.org/preschool-manhattan/
preschool@lallianceny.org
L’Alliance Preschool is a French-immersion program for toddlers ages 2 ½ to 5 years old, designed to spark curiosity and a love for learning in young children, through combining the best of the French and American educational frameworks. Delivered entirely in French, our program emphasizes academic excellence, creative exploration, personal development, and a global awareness, with a curriculum that includes art, music, movement, reading, math, writing, experimentation and plenty of play! Perfect for non-native and native French-speakers alike.
La Maternelle
Multiple Upper West Side Locations
80 Riverside Blvd, NYC
212-957-1234
166 W. 97th Street, NYC
212-381-2004
406 W. 55th Street, NYC
info@lamaternellenyc.com
lamaternellenyc.com
La Maternelle Daycare/Preschool Center offers a nurturing, bilingual French and English education for young learners. With multiple locations, La Maternelle provides a rich curriculum that fosters cognitive, social, and emotional growth through immersive language learning and engaging activities. The dedicated educators create a warm, inclusive environment where children thrive academically and personally. Committed to excellence, La Maternelle blends structured learning with creative exploration, ensuring every child develops confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Lycée Francais de New York
505 East 75th Street
212-369-1400
Lfny.org/admissions
La joie means joy—joy in learning and growing at Lycée Français de New York, one of NYC’s (and the world’s) top bilingual French schools. Nursery students are immersed in French to build strong foundations. Pre-K and Kindergarten, classes are taught in French and English with a team of teachers. Preschoolers explore reading, math, writing, art, music, and movement—with lots of play. No French is needed to start Nursery or Pre-K—early start makes all the difference!
Pine Street School
25 Pine Street
212-235-2325
pinestreetschool.com
admissions@greenivy.com
Located in the financial district, just steps away from some of the world’s most recognizable landmarks, Pine Street School prepares students for future success by equipping them with the essential skills to impact the world. The school’s language immersion model has a direct impact on academic achievement. As an International (IB) World School, Pine Street School delivers an inquiry-based curriculum that encourages critical thinking and a deep understanding of global issues.