Ethical Culture Fieldston School:
Where Education Meets Character
A coeducational Pre-K-12th Grade progressive school in New York City, fostering intellectual curiosity, ethical responsibility, and social justice.
Why choose Ethical Culture Fieldston School?
Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
Our School challenges students to reach their full potential in body, mind, and spirit through the humanities, sciences, arts, and physical education. Dedicated teachers foster active learning and engaging discussions in an atmosphere of intellectual discipline and creativity.
Ethical Learning
Ethical Learning
The exploration of being an ethical and responsible member of society forms the core of our curriculum and community. We value inclusion and diversity, honoring all students for their unique contributions, cultural backgrounds, and beliefs.
Progressive Education
Progressive Education
Our curriculum empowers students to become independent thinkers who ask their own questions and seek their own answers. Cooperative, student-centered, and discussion-based learning, along with the freedom to make mistakes, are integral to our studentsâ experiences.
The school teaches children to love learning and to learn to think in ways well beyond their years in such a loving and supportive way.
â ECFS Parent