Léman Manhattan Preparatory School

Focus

Forming future-ready students

Day fees 2025/26

$42,000–$68,600

Boarding fees 2025/26 

$98,000

Pupils

700

Ages

1–18

Spear's Review

Located in the heart of New York City, Léman Manhattan offers students aged 12 months to 18 years a uniquely urban and dynamic education. Founded in 2005 with the goal of educating children in Lower Manhattan, the school has now grown to represent students from 70 nationalities among its 700-plus students.

The school offers the IB programme alongside the option of SATs and ACTs; students in the high school are given lessons set at a university level, and extracurriculars are highly encouraged. It is no surprise then that Léman graduates matriculate at some of the world’s top universities, including Harvard and Yale.

The legacy of its Swiss counterpart, Collège du Léman, continues to shape the school's approach to education, especially in its boarding program, which emphasises a holistic and immersive learning experience.

School Profile

As one of the first ongoing, independent schools to serve Lower Manhattan, Léman Manhattan Preparatory School has a long-standing history as a neighbourhood school – with a global perspective. Our traditions reflect our vibrant, international student body and our location among NYC's most culturally rich landmarks.

Parents choose Léman Manhattan for its exceptional academic programmes, wide-ranging athletic and extracurricular offering, diverse and international student body, and its location in the heart of Lower Manhattan. Our graduates are engaged global citizens and confident leaders with a sense of purpose.

The International Baccalaureate approach to teaching and learning is integrated throughout Léman Manhattan’s academic programme starting in early childhood, culminating with the Diploma Programme in 11th and 12th grade. IB Diploma students are more than 20 per cent more likely to be admitted to the most prestigious world universities, and Léman graduates are accepted to highly selective colleges each year.

Studying in a global hub for culture, business and innovation allows our students to access internships at blue-chip institutions, attend cultural events at world famous venues, and form friendships and experiences that enrich their education in one of the world’s most dynamic cities.