St. Brigid School (Closed 2022)

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St. Brigid School (Closed 2022)

185 E 7th Street
New York, NY 10009

St. Brigid School Photo #1 - St. Brigid School offers a unique handbell ringing program. Students grades 3-8 receive in-class handbell instruction. Students who are excelling in handbell ringing can try out to be a member of the after-school ringers. St. Brigid Ringers travel to out-of-state handbell festivals to perform.

St. Brigid School Photo #2 - St. Brigid School students come from diverse backgrounds. As a part of our values-based education, they learn to respect each other as individuals.

St. Brigid School Photo #3 - St. Brigid School Students love to work in groups.

St. Brigid School Photo #4 - St. Brigid School has a fully-enclosed yard that is not visible from the street where students have recess every day.

St. Brigid School Photo #5 - St. Brigid School has SMART Boards in every classroom.

St. Brigid School Photo #6 - St. Brigid School supports hands-on learning in all subjects.

St. Brigid School Photo #7 - St. Brigid School students have hands-on art class twice-a-week, hands-on music class twice-a-week, and choir once-a-week.

St. Brigid School Photo #8 - St. Brigid School offers after-school violin, cello, and piano lessons.

St. Brigid School Photo #9 - St. Brigid School is located on the corner of East 7th Street and Avenue B.

Nestled in the East Village, St. Brigid Catholic School is an educational beacon preparing Nursery and PreK through 8th Grade students of all faiths for full lives.

Named after the patron saint of the arts, St. Brigid combines a broad-based curriculum with an emphasis on the arts as a means of self-expression.

St. Brigid will nurture your child's mind and spirit to be able to meet the challenges of a changing world.

Dedicated teachers customize their teaching approach to suit our students' individual learning styles.

In addition, we provide experience-expanding field trips, opportunities to participate in concerts and plays for the community and a unique Guest Artists Program.

St. Brigid offers a safe, community atmosphere, strong Catholic education and a structured learning environment, along with affordable tuition, free breakfast and lunch and an after-school program.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Title One Reading; ESL; Speech; SETTS

Year Founded

1856

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

239 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

96%

State avg.: 39%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

66%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,895

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

$6895 Kindergarten to 8th Grade $12,895 PreK 2 $8895 PreK 3 FREE PreK 4 ALL - 4Year Old

Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Jackie DeLucia

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

1 extracurricular

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

After-School Program

School Notes

Nursery, Pre-K/3 and Pre-K/4 through 8th grade
Full-day Early Childhood Program
Associated with St. John's University Partnership Program in literacy and math
Integrated hands-on computer education Early Childhood through 8
SMART Boards in every classroom
Hands-on art program
Music program
Choir
Handbell Program
Italian Language Program
Physical education
Dedicated and experienced faculty
Safe and nurturing environment
Small classes, personalized attention
Early morning drop-off
After-school program
Fully-enclosed playground
Full Sacramental program
Be a Student's Friend Scholarships
Children's Scholarship Fund

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Brigid School cost?

St. Brigid School's tuition is approximately $6,895 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Brigid School?

The acceptance rate of St. Brigid School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 76%.

When is the application deadline for St. Brigid School?

The application deadline for St. Brigid School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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