An Unparalleled Boarding School Experience in New York City
Global Learning in a Vibrant Downtown Setting Located in Manhattan s most historic district and home to New York City s only boarding program, Léman Manhattan Preparatory School provides students with a rigorous academic program in the most dynamic, international educational setting in the world. In this unique urban boarding school community, Léman students are enriched by NYC s tremendous cultural resources, where a new learning opportunity exists at every turn. Léman students graduate as engaged global citizens, ready for success at top universities and beyond in our increasingly borderless world.
Academic Rigor As a school committed to preparing students to be confident, critical thinkers, Léman offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. Long considered the gold standard in college preparatory coursework, the IB is an academically challenging, in-depth, creative curriculum that prepares students for success in university life and beyond. IB students are much more likely to be enrolled at top higher education institutions than entrants holding other qualifications. With a long-standing reputation for academic achievement, the IB is recognized and respected by top colleges worldwide. Jacob, Class of 2017 Full IB Diploma Student Cornell University LÉMAN AT A GLANCE 370 Total High School Students 100 Residential Students 50+ Nations Represented 30+ Languages Spoken 17 Average Class Size 7:1 Student-Faculty Ratio 45 Athletics Teams 20+ After School Clubs Expert College Advising Léman graduates are well prepared for the academic demands of college. Our students have been accepted to numerous Ivy League and top-tier colleges including Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth, Duke, Haverford, Johns Hopkins, New York University, Oberlin, Princeton, The American University in Paris, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, University of Pennsylvania, University of Southern California, University of Virginia, Wellesley, Wesleyan, and many others. Léman s Office of College Counseling provides comprehensive and personalized advisory services to help students achieve their college admissions goals and find the school that best aligns with their aspirations and interests. Our wealth of resources include best-in-class SAT and ACT test preparation and ongoing, customized student and family work sessions throughout the admissions process. In addition, representatives from hundreds of top colleges routinely visit Léman to meet with our students and learn about our globally-minded academic program.
Global Learning Community Léman attracts talented students from all over the world to be part of a one-of-a-kind global high school experience that prepares them for today s increasingly borderless world. Students engage in open discourse with others who offer different perspectives and enrich our community. Residential students are fully integrated into the daily life of the Léman experience, collaborating with day students in the classroom, on the athletic field, and in myriad activities and school initiatives. Léman students graduate as knowledgeable, principled leaders with a global perspective on the world. Luxury Student Accommodations Léman students live in modern apartments located at 37 Wall Street, an impressive Art Deco residential building a short walk from the academic campus, and convenient to the city s major transportation lines and attractions. Each suite is complete with its own kitchen, bathroom, study area, Wi-Fi, and hi-tech security system. Students enjoy amenities such as concierge laundry, cleaning services, and three chef-prepared meals a day. Our dedicated and experienced Residential Counselors care for the everyday life of boarding students, and ensure they have the resources they need to thrive academically and socially. Artistic & Athletic Excellence Léman s robust Fine Arts program couples our talented faculty many accomplished artists and performers themselves with the endless resources in NYC across the arts, theater, media, and entertainment. Our range of course offerings enable students to express themselves creatively in theater, film, visual arts, ceramics, mixed-media, and design and form. Our Léman Conservatory Program offers students private lessons with leading NYC musicians. Léman Main Stage, our premier theatrical organization, delivers exceptional productions and provides students with access to top Broadway talent to hone their artistic skills. With more than 45 athletic teams, students have ample opportunities to participate in competitive sports ranging from basketball and volleyball to squash and swimming. Featuring two indoor pools, a rock-climbing wall, a full gymnasium, and access to the city s many parks and waterways, Léman student athletes are challenged to achieve their personal best. City as Classroom With two state-of-the-art campuses in the heart of NYC s Financial District, Léman is located in a secure, residential neighborhood. With historic landmarks including the New York Stock Exchange and Federal Hall steps away, coupled with the world s finest museums such as MoMA and the Guggenheim easily accessible by subway, Léman students take full advantage of the city s endless cultural resources. Students gain real-world experience with internships, externships, and in-residence programs at esteemed institutions such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and the Juilliard Pre-College Division. Enriching weekend activities include Broadway shows, NBA games, Central Park tours, fitness at New York Athletic Club, excursions to destination neighborhoods such as Soho and Fifth Avenue, movie nights, and exploring Manhattan s world-renowned restaurants.
To inquire, call 212.232.0266 or email admissions@lemanmanhattan.org 41 Broad Street 1 Morris Street New York, NY 10004 lemanmanhattan.org