Private Schools in and around Westchester
The private schools in Westchester cater to every educational need and parent philosophy. This is KidsOutAndAbout's list.
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King School
The Harvey School
The Harvey School is an exceptional place for students in grades 6–12. Students thrive in an environment with a challenging academic program, vibrant student life, and a supportive community that defines the school’s culture. Harvey teachers know their students well and guide them to embrace their strengths, discover their passions, and become their best selves. Opportunities are alive at Harvey, with students able to choose from a wide variety of electives, extracurricular offerings, and athletics, in addition to challenging themselves with honors and AP courses. Japanese language study, robotics, and their schoolwide Speech and Poetry Contests, are just four of Harvey’s unique Signature Programs. Harvey truly is an inspiring place to learn and grow.
The Montfort Academy
The Montfort Academy is the only classical curriculum co-educational Catholic high school in New York. Montfort focuses on the formation of mind, body and soul, and trains students to write well, think logically, and speak confidently in public. Montfort has over 20 clubs, 16 athletic teams, APs, and college-level electives including Astronomy and Oceanography with a boat on the LI Sound. Montfort offers a capstone trip to Sicily. 100% college admission including to Ivy League, Catholic, and State Schools. 30% of class accepted into top 1% of colleges. Rated A+ by Niche. Montfort: where relationships matter and true friendships form.
Simon's Rock at Bard College
Simon’s Rock at Bard College is designed for students ready to enter college after the 10th or 11th grade and begin college two years early. In fall 2025, Simon’s Rock will relocate and open the doors to its new campus adjacent to Bard College in Barrytown, NY. Simon’s Rock offers a curriculum in the liberal arts and sciences, taught by supportive, highly trained faculty, who are leading scholars in their field. Students will then earn their A.A. degree through Simon’s Rock, then matriculate to the main Bard College campus to earn their B.A. degree.
