Marymount’s Lower School program inspires true joy in learning. Students engage in active learning that draws upon their curiosity, imagination, and problem-solving skills, establishing a strong academic and socioemotional foundation for their educational journey. 

Our Lower Middle School program continues to foster students’ intellectual and personal growth. Students draw connections across disciplines through robust cross-curricular collaborations. With an emphasis on effective communication, students begin to find their voice and hone their skills as clear and confident speakers and writers. 

To apply, follow the process below and complete each step by the included dates.

APPLY TO NURSERY - CLASS V 

Our Lower School consists of Nursery (3s) to Class II. We accept applications for all grade levels, with key entry points in Pre-K (4s) and Kindergarten. By August 31 of the entry year, students must have turned 3 years old for Nursery, 4 years old for Pre-K, and 5 years old for Kindergarten. 

Our Lower Middle School consists of Classes III-V. We accept applications for all grade levels, though spaces are limited.

Nursery - Class V Admissions Process

1. Submit Application

Click on “Apply Now.” For prospective families, select the “Create Account” link and complete the initial form. You will receive an email from Marymount with a link to finish setting up your account and log in to begin your application. Within 48 hours of submitting your application, you will have access to your online application checklist. 

For current Marymount families, log in using the email address you use to access the Marymount parent portal.

2. Schedule Parent Tour and Interview

Use your checklist to make an appointment for a parent/guardian campus tour and interview with a member of our admissions team. Marymount requires both parents/guardians to attend the tour and interview. We encourage parents to bring Class III-V applicants along with them for the tour!

All K-V tours and interviews will take place at 1026 Fifth Avenue. An optional tour of our Upper School campus at 115 East 97 Street will be available in October.

3. Schedule Student Assessment

Use your checklist to schedule a time for your child’s group (N-K) or individual (I-V) assessment in-person at 1026 Fifth Avenue.

4. Request School Records

Applicants are required to submit the ISAAGNY School Report for their grade level: Nursery - Pre-K, Kindergarten - Class I, and Class II-V. Class II-V applicants are also required to submit two years of school transcripts. 

School forms are available through your checklist and by clicking on the links above. Request that your child’s current school send school records directly to admissions@marymountnyc.org.

5. Register for Our Admissions Events

Admissions events are an excellent opportunity to engage with Marymount’s faculty, students, parents, and alumnae. We know that attending many events during the admissions season can feel overwhelming, so please know that your attendance is always welcomed but optional. Please use your checklist to register for events.

6. Applying for Financial Aid?

Please click here for more information and here to begin the process.


Nursery - Class V Admissions Timeline

Online Application Opens

August 30

TADS Financial Aid Application Opens

September 1

N/PK/K Early Decision Application with Materials Due; Appointments Completed (sibling and legacy applicants only)

November 17

Application Due

December 1

TADS Financial Aid Application Due

December 1

Lower School/Lower Middle School Open House 

1026 Fifth Avenue (6:00 p.m.)

December 4

All Application Materials Due

January 11

 

N/PK/K Early Decision Notification Deadline

December 8

N/PK/K Early Decision Parent Reply Deadline

December 15

K Notification Deadline

February 8

K Parent Reply Deadline

February 15

I-V Notification Deadline

February 13

I-V Parent Reply Deadline

March 4

N/PK Notification Deadline

February 29

N/PK Parent Reply Deadline

March 7

Applicants should log into their Marymount admissions portal regularly through the "Apply Now/Applicant Login" button to keep track of pending items on their admissions online checklist and for information, deadlines, and updates. Admissions decisions will also be shared through the online portal. We invite you to contact the Admissions Office at 212-744-4486 or at admissions@marymountnyc.org with any questions.